We were fortunate to stay in both the homes of Francois and Fatima in Lisbon and on the island of Fayal in the Azores. Both homes were special in very...
Read More...ELISABETH
Portugal
May 15, 2023 - May 25, 2023
Became a member in: 2005
Renewal Date: 21/Mar/2025
Profession
Medical doctors
ELISABETH
Portugal
Madelon
Netherlands
paolo
Kenya
Shireen & John
Turkey
We were fortunate to stay in both the homes of Francois and Fatima in Lisbon and on the island of Fayal in the Azores. Both homes were special in very...
Read More...We were fortunate to stay in both the homes of Francois and Fatima in Lisbon and on the island of Fayal in the Azores. Both homes were special in very different ways, a luxurious and very spacious apartment in a good area of Lisbon and a small, rustic cottage in a village a few miles from Horta, the capital, on the green island of Fayal. We spent longer on Fayal than in Lisbon, a city whose charms are well know. We knew nothing of the Azores but instead of barren rocks we were enchanted by green field and woods, spectacular dormant(?) volcanoes, great food in hearty portions and friendly if rather shy but English speaking islanders.If you are looking to unwind, to walk to be surrounded by hydrangeas of all colours wherever you go, Fayal is the place for you. The cottage is very comfortable for two people but would be a squeeze for any more unless they were very good friends and the galley kitchen is OK for simple meals. Do book your car rental at Fayal airport well in advance, though as a car is essential to explore the island.Don’t, as we did, miss your flight to Fayal as the local airline, SATA is unsympathetic and you may get stuck in Lisbon or another Azores island.for some days. Thank you Francois and Fatima for all the help and introductions and for making our stay so special. John and Shireen
Read Less...Jeroni
Spain
Estancia muy agradable,casa muy grande y agradable.Tuvimos mala suerte porque cogimos una ola de calor sofocante.Era agosto.
Read Less...Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Weekend Home Exchange
Hospitality Exchange Offered
Hospitality Exchange Wanted
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
Generous, sunny flat in Central modern Lisbon, near park and subway. Possible stay in our typical cottage on Faial Azores - Islands.
Type
Apartment/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Outdoor Activities
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
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Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2005
Renewal Date: 21/Mar/2025
Profession
Medical doctors
ELISABETH
Portugal
Madelon
Netherlands
paolo
Kenya
Shireen & John
Turkey
We were fortunate to stay in both the homes of Francois and Fatima in Lisbon and on the island of Fayal in the Azores. Both homes were special in very...
Read More...We were fortunate to stay in both the homes of Francois and Fatima in Lisbon and on the island of Fayal in the Azores. Both homes were special in very different ways, a luxurious and very spacious apartment in a good area of Lisbon and a small, rustic cottage in a village a few miles from Horta, the capital, on the green island of Fayal. We spent longer on Fayal than in Lisbon, a city whose charms are well know. We knew nothing of the Azores but instead of barren rocks we were enchanted by green field and woods, spectacular dormant(?) volcanoes, great food in hearty portions and friendly if rather shy but English speaking islanders.If you are looking to unwind, to walk to be surrounded by hydrangeas of all colours wherever you go, Fayal is the place for you. The cottage is very comfortable for two people but would be a squeeze for any more unless they were very good friends and the galley kitchen is OK for simple meals. Do book your car rental at Fayal airport well in advance, though as a car is essential to explore the island.Don’t, as we did, miss your flight to Fayal as the local airline, SATA is unsympathetic and you may get stuck in Lisbon or another Azores island.for some days. Thank you Francois and Fatima for all the help and introductions and for making our stay so special. John and Shireen
Read Less...Jeroni
Spain
Estancia muy agradable,casa muy grande y agradable.Tuvimos mala suerte porque cogimos una ola de calor sofocante.Era agosto.
Read Less...Over 70 years of home exchange experience
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