Saturday, 12 October 2013

Newark to Lisbon

Liberty International Airport n Newark New. Jersey turned out to have a pretty decent place to have a margarita or two.  The Caliente Cab Co. has great staff and an even better bartender.  Boy could she mix a drink!   She particularly liked to free pour a highball.  I think Shirene's  vodka/soda had 3 oz of vodka and precious little soda.  We had to order a separate glass of soda to mix in!  Needless to say, we sorta dozed a bit before boarding the flight!

After a smooth 7 hour flight, Lisbon greeted us with balmy, breezy grey sky weather.  Arriving so early meant our room wasn't ready for several hours.  We took advantage of the spa to shower/change and get rid of the road travel dust...oh that felt soooooo good!  Then off to explore.

I  think every city in Europe has a hop on-hop off bus tour.  We had a great time killing a couple of hours riding around getting the lay of the city and learning some history.  The other here is Starbucks - perfect for a caffeine fix.  Yes...I know I should have avoided what I buy at home but we couldn't find a cafe - really!

Then for SHOPPiNG!!  Leather bags,  shoes,  jewelry....!!  Trying to decide what won't push the severe weight limit restriction for the Morocco leg.  Oh well, the souks await......



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