Travel Tips

While they made it look easy, so much work went into making this VT meet a great event for everyone - from the activities, the meals, and all the details, I know we will remember Portugal for many years to come.

Obrigada Antonio and Tere!

With Antonio's help I planned to spend some time in vineyards along the Douro in the north of Portugal - then I came down to Lisbon for the meet. If you are planning to visit the north of Portugal I invite you to check this
gallery - first part traveling alone, second part are VT Meet photos - please note it takes a couple of seconds to load. It rained the first day, so the first 20 or so photos are a bit darker.

What could be best than a little wine tasting between the day's activities and dinner?

It was reported that a tram in Lisbon was invaded by people from all over the world. The event took place late afternoon and early evening. The few locals in the tram were not used to this type of excitement but in true Portuguese hospitality allowed the group to carry on uninterrupted.

Arrived in Sintra bright and early, early to seize the day!

... is the comraderie and dialogs with old friends.

California dreaming? More like California screaming, but with good help from all the passers by. The UK table kept this table in check.

There really is a Hansi behind the camera - and here he is!

VT meets are about seeing good friends again - and no better way to adjourn my meeting than by sharing some wine with the Matt-crazies and DAO.