This past week has been spring break for the kids in addition to the Easter holiday, so things are hopping. Even Google maps says so. “Busier than usual” appears a lot as we scan the map. Busses are jam packed and popular areas like Ribera, are full to bursting. We see Camino pilgrims hiking through with…
Day: April 17, 2022
Photos: A Taste of Porto 3
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Easter is for the Birds
All of the above were strutting their stuff in the Jardim de Cristo Palacio this morning. The Palacio is a circular dome that serves as an events arena. The Jardim is a gathering of gardens terraced into the steep hillside overlooking the Douro River. Paths lead up and down and all around with medieval turrets…
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Our big meal of the day was a hit. Especially after the cacophony of the immersive Kahlo experience. Grubb says he will describe the Frida experience. I am going to trust him on that. I started with a glass of sangria. Some of the best I’ve ever had. In fact, if i seem a bit…
Our day went something like…
“It’s Easter Sunday. I thought we’d go to Jardim de Cristo Palacio”, Grubb said. “OK. But will the palace be open?”, I asked. “It’s not a palace.” Grubb states. “It’s a Palacio you said?”, I asked, confused. “Yes” “But not a palace” “Yes” “Yes, it’s not a palace?” “Yes. And plus, there is a delta…