….Belek. It’s the hotel more than anything for us these days.
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- Thread starter Billy Dean
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….Belek. It’s the hotel more than anything for us these days.
Easily one of my favourite cities, alongside Seville. Heading back to Lisbon in November myself, going to take advantage of remote working and stay for 2 weeks which should be bliss.
Depends what you're into though mate. LX Factory is a class little spot, decent food options and trendy boutiques.
Sintra like previously poster mentioned is good although could be a bit miserable if it's raining.
Their transport system is top quality but you can walk most places. Get your boots on and just wander through the old town and meandering streets.
Pink Street is a great spot for drinks - it's a little different.
Park Rooftop is a rooftop bar with great views of the city although the service is a bit shoddy. Not bad for 1-2 drinks.
If you're into tattoos, Alla Prima Lisboa are incredible.
Leylo
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Go the Neville pub all Everton and big nev memorabilia boss it is nice pint also
…I’ve been drunk there on occasion, mind you I’ve been drunk in plenty of places in Ireland. I’m sure you’ll love it.
YoboCopter
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thinking of goin this year whats party/bar/club scene like?
Decent enough if you know where to go. Avoiding tourist areas is a good start - you’ll get offered gear at least 10 times a day but don’t go near it, pure council.
It’s a funny one cause a lot of bars close at like 10 cause they’re residential but could dig out a few places for you from the archives if you end up going.
Billy Dean
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Back from Spain on Wednesday (which makes me very sad) then off to Sofia on Friday. Anyone been there who could recommend something? @DualityNSNO maybe? I wouldn’t mind going to Rila Monastery and the socialist art museum. And that big cathedral. Only there for 3 days so that might be enough
Been there once years ago for a go karting comp. All I remember is the track and the big waterpark!
Yeah, Sintra is really cool (spent a couple days looking around there when I went). Belem is nice to check out down on the coast, if you're in to old castles and forts etc, plus the castle up above the city, nice views from there.
ChesterBlue
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Off to Japan 4 weeks today. Absolutely can’t wait! Slightly nervous though as it’ll be my first time outside of Europe, and my first time properly travelling alone (mostly I’ve previously travelled solo to Ireland, but I have tonnes of family and friends there so I’m not sure that really counts)
I'm probably being harsh on Salou tbf. We cycled through and stopped off for lunch one day (we were further down the coast). It's a bit more commercialised and built up. Seriously crowded. Probably great if you like that and the bar scene, like.
JimmyJeffers
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Can rain a fair bit in December so be ready for that but can be 20 degrees and sunny. If you get the weather right sintra is really nice. Is 40 minute train from the centre.
Belem is away from the crowds a bit and has nice places down the river. 10 minute train ride from cais do sodre. LX factory is nice for a walk around but swerve drinks or food there. Is overpriced and terrible service.
If you with family, barrio alto is best avoided in evening. If you’re partying it’s where you’d go although is a bit much for me unless I’m in the right mood. Time out is pretty much guaranteed good food but can be rammed at weekends.
There are a lot of wanky bars popping up that have an almost faux hipster thing going on. Avoid anything like this as they’re weird and overpriced.
Depending where you’re staying I know a few good restaurants. Really like Picanhas in Santos but it’s not for everyone as is very basic and is pointless if you’re veggie. In fact veggie options are pretty poor all round I think. Alfama is nice for casually walking around. There’ll be lots of roast chestnuts being sold by street vendors and plenty of ginjinha.
Do not buy any street drugs.
JimmyJeffers
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I’d personally avoid eating here. Had some of the worst service and meals in Lisbon. Get the impression it’s changed a lot and It’s now a tourist trap.
Nice artwork and shops.
Billy Dean
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IMO Japan is a great place for a first time solo traveller. Very safe, and the locals are very helpful if you're lost etc. All train stations have a dedicated employee to help tourists with questions in English. Despite everything being in Japanese, trains and tubes get very easy to figure out after a day or 2 of getting used to it
ChesterBlue
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That’s perfect then! I can speak a bit of Japanese, but can’t read any so that’ll definitely be helpful thanks mate!