by Rae | Jul 30, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
The Basics: Seville, Spain Currency: Euro Thank you: “Gracias” Water: Tap water is ok to drink, bottled water tastes better. Local Coffee: “Cafe con Leche” is espresso with milk, usually served in a small glass. Restaurant Customs: Enjoy...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Elvas is a small border town, seldom visited by tourists but listed in guidebooks for its historic earthworks. Because I was en route to Caceres, Spain, I had to stop in Elvas overnight. There’s one shuttle bus per day from Elvas to Badajoz and from there I...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
Evora, Portugal is a UNESCO World Heritage city is laid out like a spiderweb on a map. Notable sights include a Roman temple, aqueduct, and the eerie Church of Bones. The Church of Bones The Basics: Evora, Portugal Currency: Euro Thank you: If you...
by Rae | Jul 28, 2019 | 2019 3 Months Europe Trip, Europe, travel
The Basics: Lisbon, Portugal Currency: Euro Thank you: If you are a man say, “Obrigado.” If you are a woman say, “Obrigada.” Water: Tap water is ok to drink, bottled water tastes better. Local Coffee: “Bica” is small back espresso....
