Flag day

Clearly the local populous had heard of our arrival in Lisbon and had run out the flag in our honour.  Scant reward for having to rise at an unearthly time of day to catch our flight out there. These budget airlines have taken all the fun and excitement out of the holiday industry but I suppose it's a small price to pay for not having to wear a suit to travel. The downside is having to wait until your hotel room is ready because you've arrived before the previous occupants haven't even vacated the premises yet.

A long overdue catch-up nap followed after we were allowed entry into our room and then a short trip to the nearest restaurant we could find for a taste of original Portugese cooking. A bit rough and ready but not as bad as its surroundings. No matter, it was wholesome enough and not far from our hotel – and for this particular evening that was all that was required of it.