Summer matters

I am on vacation this week in the Southern Province of Portugal, known as Algarve. It is still the peak of the holiday season in this part of the world. The beach going crowd is still very busy getting tanned. People from Portugal and from other places in Northern Europe live side by side practising the same old cult of Sun worship. This is a very non-violent way of celebrating life and a certain standard of living. Many might not be able to afford it, but the fact of the matter is that it opens a large number of jobs and business opportunities. A good Summer is synonymous of good business.  

Lisbon stroll

I spent the morning walking in downtown Lisbon. And I enjoyed it. 

The city centre has benefit from some serious renovation and at this time of the year is full of light, colour and tourists. Many young tourists, from many corners of Europe, can be seen in the public places, little terrace cafés and other shops that make the heart of the Portuguese capital. 

As we stroll around, we feel safe, which is a key concern when you are visiting a big city and a foreign place.  And if you are just a visitor, you do not notice the crisis the country has been experiencing. Life looks normal. 

Well, that’s good news.

Seville

Week end in Seville, Spain. Lots of young people from different corners of Northern Europe and from Japan and China. The city might have fewer tourists this year but is still a major international attraction. And it’s worth the visit. Ever. 

View from home (Lisbon)

Copyright V.Ângelo

Life with a view, a wider view of life.

Migrations

Copyright V.Angelo

A sense of freedom and beauty.