My husband and I will be ending a cruise in Lisbon. We will spend one night there (on the ship) and then disembark the ship the next morning probably between 9 and 9:30. Our flight is not until 6 pm so we are considering hiring a driver (as we will have our luggage) to take us on a 4-5 hour tour. We would appreciate any suggestion! Also, does the Lisbon International Airport have a VIP lounge? Thank you

<BR>Helene, on our trip there last year we hired an English speaking taxi driver for a couple hours the first day to take us around. It was very cheap and we were able to see alot, and also get out and walk around. If you have 4-5 hours, possibly you could squeeze in nearby Sintra and see the palace. I wish you had more time in Lisbon and surrounding area - very enjoyable. I don't recall a vip lounge at the airport but your airline should be able to tell you. Have a great trip.

Cheryl, Thanks so much for your response.

Sintra is definitely the best place in Portugal, but I donīt know if it is worth it considering the time you have.

You do not have much time in Lisbon; so walk around downtown and the Alfama district. go to the castle up the hill-St. George and walk around the town. You'll enjoy it. the airport is small, so have a late lunch in town.

Helene: <BR>Full day tour <BR>You will be picked up just before 09:00. <BR>Expect to be back around 18:00. Escudos Euro <BR>4 persons 65.000 324 <BR>3 persons 55.000 274 <BR>2 persons 45.000 224 <BR> <BR>Half day tour <BR>Starts at 09:00, back by 14:00. Escudos Euro <BR>4 persons 45.000 224 <BR>3 persons 40.000 200 <BR>2 persons 30.000 150 <BR> <BR>Contact: <BR>Mary Harrison-Goudie at <BR>[email protected] or [email protected] <BR>ICQ#: 51399765 <BR> <BR>If the ship is selling the Lisbon After Dark Tour, for those staying aboard, buy it. Includes dinner, drinks, fado singing. Hope this helps! <BR>Bob K.

Don't bother going to Sintra, it's great, don't get me wrong, however Lisbon is wonderful! Don't take time away from enjoying Lisbon. I would walk around the downtown, go up to either the castle or Barrio Alto for an incredible view and maybe check out Alfalma (watch out for pickpockets.) have a great time!