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day 1, Sé Cathedral, Lisbon to Parque Nações, 8km

Posted on 02/05/2014 by magwood

2 May 2014 Elly and I had decided to take it easy on our first day. We returned to yesterday’s breakfast scene of the pasteis de nata and then decided to use the remaining credit on our daily travel cards … Continue reading →

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The new adventure begins

Posted on 01/05/2014 by magwood

30 April 2014 I have been exceptionally laid back about preparations for this new, solo, adventure. Much helped by the fact that I had found another pilgrim who is planning to start from Lisbon on the same day as me. … Continue reading →

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Making my acquaintance with Lisbon

Posted on 01/05/2014 by magwood

1 May 2014 [I have finally found the time to write up my fabulous day sightseeing in Lisbon before setting off on the camino.] Elly and I left the apartment at about 9:30am in search of some breakfast, which was … Continue reading →

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Planning the Portuguese

Posted on 02/02/2014 by magwood

I am flying into Lisbon, Portugal, on 30 April 2014 and will be setting off on the camino Portuguese on either the 1st or 2nd of May. I am travelling alone and don’t expect to see many other pilgrims on … Continue reading →