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Lisbon is famous for having a big variety of events, exhibitions, theatres and live concerts. See what is going on in Lisbon, in May.

Estoril Open
1-9 May 2010
Estadio Nacional - National Stadium, Lisbon

Some of the world's premier tennis players head to Lisbon to compete at the Estoril Open, with many televised games and crowds of cheering tennis fans, who play on clay tennis courts. Enjoy the views and sightseeing around Estoril Open and get to know the best of Cascais, Estoril, Sintra and Lisbon.

Feira do Livro - Lisbon's Book Fair
29 April to 16 May 2010
Eduardo VII Park, Lisbon

Lisbon's Book Fair is always popular and is held within the centrally located Eduardo VII Park. This is a good opportunity to meet authors and purchase some great cut-price books. Enjoy the views and sightseeing around Lisbon's Book Fair and get to know the best of Lisbon historical centre, such as the Chiado and the Bairro Alto districts.

Rock In Rio Lisboa
21 May 2010
Parque da Bela Vista, Lisbon

The City of Rock comes to life again in May 2010, with more great bands, with numerous tents for every musical taste, and lots of other attractions within the Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon.
Shakira, John Meyer (May 21), Elton John, Leona Lewis (May 22), Muse, Snow Patrol (May 27), Miley Cyrus (May 28), Rammstein and Megadeth (May 30) are among the confirmed bands for this year's Rock In Rio Lisboa, set to take place May 21-30 at Parque da Bela Vista. Enjoy the views and sightseeing around the City of Rock and get to know the best of Parque das Nações.

Black Eyed Peas
30 May 2010
Estadio Nacional - National Stadium, Lisbon

LA-based quartet Black Eyed Peas perform at Lisbon's Estadio Nacional as part of their world tour on the back of latest album, The E.N.D.. The release showcases the outfit's current slick, techno-pop sound.

Other live concerts
If you are a fan of live concerts, don't miss the Metallica concert on the 18th of May. They will act at Pavilhão Atlântico at Parque das Nações. In May 25th, Carlos Santana returns to Lisbon. The concert will also take place in Pavilhão Atlântico. In the same date you can see the concert of Jamie Cullum in Coliseu dos Recreios, near Restauradores Square.

So, if you intend to do a weekend break in Europe or a cultural city break, Lisbon is an easily affordable travel option and a fascinating place for your holiday.
To make the most out of your city break we have a wide range of self catering apartments in Lisbon with a central location, near the tourist attractions you must not miss, and close to good restaurants and Casas de Fado (Fado Houses) for unforgettable evenings.

The magic Mountain of the Moon watches the sunset form on its west side. It sees the sun, not only failing asleep, but also sinking into the ocean. It is on this side - on the beautiful and exclusive Guincho beaches and the Cabo da Roca cliffs - that Sintra kisses the Atlantic.

Discover the beaches of the Sintra coast, with their fine golden sands bathed by the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. You will certainly appreciate the trip to Praia de São Julião, Praia das Maçãs and Praia Grande.

No visit to the Sintra coast would be complete without a trip to Cabo da Roca, Europe's westernmost point, "where the land ends and the sea begins" as Luis de Camões has put it in his epic poem "Os Lusíadas" . The Cabo da Roca lighthouse has been operating since 1742. The surrounding landscape is breathtakingly beautiful.

With a strong maritime influence, the wets side of Sintra is full of deep leafy valleys and proud hills, namely Peninha that, from its 486 metres peak, dominates nearly everything around it. In Peninha you will find the Peninha Chapel, founded by Frei Pedro da Conceição at the end of the 17th Century. This chapel is situated at one of the most attractive points of the Sintra Mountain, by the ruins of an older one - the Chapel of São Saturnino.

Vacations in Lisbon Region offers a completely variety of choices. Culture, Nature and fantastic sandy beaches. Choose an apartment in Lisbon for your vacations and discover the capital city, the sea and the mountains around. Don't forget to check the special offers! There's always promotions and last minute accommodations in Lisbon.

Are you planning a romantic escape in Europe to surprise your loved one? Lisbon region is the perfect destination for an holiday or a weekend break full of romance.

Lisbon, the city of seven hills, full of narrow streets and alleys, closed to the Tagus river, is a city made for romance. Tram 28 will take you through Lisbon historical neighbourhoods like Alfama, Mouraria. Nearby you have Church of Santo António who gained fame as the matchmaking saint, protector of young brides, and patron of the lost and found. Mass marriages known as "St. Anthony's Weddings" are held here during the mid-June St. Anthony's Day celebrations.

Outside Lisbon you can enjoy the magic of Sintra. Take a ride in a horse and carriage through the historic centre of Sintra. Take a walk through the gardens of Quinta da Regaleira, discovering some of the mysterious symbols of the decorative and leisure structures that can be found everywhere throughout the park. You won't have truly seen Sintra unless you pay a visit to Portugal's most romantic palace, the Palácio da Pena. These fantastic palace stands on the top of a hill above the town of Sintra, and on a clear day it can be easily seen from Lisbon and much of its metropolitan area.

Drive to the other side of the Tagus River and take a romantic walk in the Natural park of Serra da Arrábida discovering the mountains and the fantastic beaches around. Admire the wonderful setting of the Convento da Arrábida, visit Palmela and its castle and the fantastic town of Azeitão.

Enjoy your holidays in Lisbon with this routes that were specially made for romance. If you are looking for an accommodation for your romantic holidays or city break in Lisbon, Travelling to Lisbon offers a wide range of apartments in Lisbon historical neighbourhoods and Parque das Nações. Don't forget to check the special offers! There's always promotions and last minute accommodations in Lisbon.

The third edition of Lisbon fish & flavours (Peixe em Lisboa ) bring some of the best restaurants from the Lisbon area, including three Michelin stars. It also makes a bet on the Brazilian Cuisine and reinforces the internationalization of the initiative.

Organized by the Tourism Association of Lisbon (Associação de Turismo de Lisboa), the event will take place, just like last year, in Pavilhão de Portugal, in Parque das Nações from April 10th to 18th.

As for the participant Chefs, the Spanish Joan Roca, one of the most quoted Chefs of today and co-owner of the restaurant El Celler de Can Roca, who in 2009 received his third Michelin star, and with that reaching the highest rate, will certainly receive the major attention. The event is also betting in the cuisine practice in Brazil with the participation of six Brazilian renowned chefs.

Lisbon fish & flavours (Peixe em Lisboa), will have 12 restaurants led by renowned Chefs. These restaurants will be open permanently from midday to midnight and will have tastings of fish and seafood.

Visitors can also enjoy several theme gourmet areas such as the Gourmet Market, in addition to presentations on fish and seafood by Portuguese and foreign chefs.

If you visit Lisbon in April don't miss this opportunity. Stay in one of Travelling to Lisbon's apartments in Parque das Nações. Either coming for business, honeymoon or for tourism in holidays, Apartments rent in Lisbon gives you the possibility of living a genuine Lisbon taste!.