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Lisbon – Restaurant Rock ‘n Sushi.
Opened in January 2005, it’s a restaurant and bar dedicated to Japanese cuisine and fusion, with a modern and relaxed environment. The space is organized in several areas: an area of entry and bar, with independent operation and complementary part of a restaurant, a central counter where you can closely examine the art of the “Sushi Master”, an area of tables for small and square groups (the main room) and a room reserved for greater privacy.
Rua Fradesso da Silveira Bolo Edifício C Alcântara Rio – Shop 5
Tlf: 213620513
Rates: Up to 20 euros
Lisbon – Belem Bar Café.
Located in the area that probably best reflects the distinctive coastal character of Lisbon, the Belém Bar Café is the space given to transform a meal, a business conversation or a casual meeting into something unique and special. In the terrace over the Tagus, in the comfort of the restaurant or the bar inside, a trip to Belém Bar Café takes it as natural invitation to enjoy a unforgettable meal, provided by a well drafted Abstract and refinement of a careful and demanding kitchen.
The bars of Belém Bar Café with a refined and relaxed environment, inside or on the terrace, gives you the opportunity to enjoy a drink.
At night with a superb view over the river Tagus, our bars offer you a selected area and fun with music and a pleasant environment
Avenida Brasilia – West Pavilion
1300 – 598 Lisbon
Tel +351 213 624 232
Barcelona – What’s happening in June?
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14 June 2009: Catalonian Moto GP
The Catalonian Moto GP is one of the most popular rounds of the World Championship. Held at the Circuit de Catalunya near Barcelona, it attracts holidaymakers and race fans alike. Drawing crowds of 100,000, the atmosphere is always electric.
The Moto GP is one of the fastest, most thrilling sports in the world. The bikes reach speeds of up to 310kph (185 mph) and the races are extremely competitive. Unlike Formula One racing, overtaking is frequent. The riders take the bravest lines to weave through the field and when the bikes close on each other they push it to the limit.
You get the feeling that the crowd is collectively holding its breath as the riders brake as late as possible into the corners. Then there is the engine noise, piercing the air as the riders fly by, a constant reminder of the sheer power that they are fighting to control.
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24 June 2009: Saint John’s Day
Every year St John’s Day (Sant Joan) is celebrated throughout Spain with an explosion of bonfires, fireworks, concerts and dances. Catalonians celebrate in their idiosyncratic way and Barcelona is one of the most spectacular places to join in the fun.
The fiesta takes place the night before Saint John’s Day, and during the short nights of the summer solstice. It is a long-standing tradition that combines fun with aspects of Catalonian identity. Old furniture is bundled onto bonfires in the villages and towns throughout the region, the fire acting as a purifier and curative element. At first, this was a rite celebrated in the main village square that brought everyone together round the fire. Nowadays fireworks are also an integral part.
For the past 50 years or so in Catalonia, the flama del Canigó (Canigó flame – an emblematic mountain in the Pyrenees) has been part of the celebration. From the top of this mountain, the flames spread throughout the region as fires are lit in each community. The flame has contributed to a new vision of the celebration and signifies Catalan unity and identity.
The most enjoyable part of the Noche de Sant Joan are the verbenas (open-air celebrations) that last from sunset on 23 June to sunrise on 24 June. As well as in each village, there are various places in Barcelona where they take place. The main ones are in Eixample, Ciutat Velha, Sants-Montjuic, Les Corts, Sarná Gervasi, Horta Guinardó, Nou Barris, Sant Andrea and Sant Martí. Alongside the bonfire and fireworks there are stages, concerts, dances and, of course, the eating of the traditional sweet cocas.
Barcelona – What’s happening in March?
3 March 2009: Fiesta de San Medir
Sweet-toothed individuals should try and catch Barcelona’s Fiesta de San Medir, held in the artistic district of Gràcia in early March. Some 30 neighbourhood groups take part in a colourful parade of decorated carriages, horses, flags and costumes. The parade originated in the 16th century as a pilgrimage in honour of Santo Emeterio, or Sant Medir, the patron saint of broad beans. Nowadays, the masses gather on Calle Grande de Gràcia to collect the volley of sweets thrown from the carriages into the crowd. The festivities come to a glorious end with a firework display in the Jardinets de Gràcia.
- Where: in the district of Gràcia, located north of the Old City, just above the Exiample district. Gràcia can be reached by taking metro line 3 (Fontana) or the Catalan Railway (FGC) to Gràcia.
- When: the festivities start at 10 o ´clock in the morning in Sarrià, and go on until late at night in the Gràcia-district
- Cost: free
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11 March 2009: UEFA Champions League Round Of 16: F.C. Barcelona vs. Lyon
The pride of Catalunya, F.C. Barça, plays against Lyon in the last 16 of this year’s Champions League at the Camp Nou stadium.
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31 March 2009: AC/DC – Ready to Rock Barcelona!
The band continue to stick to their highly successful sonic blueprint, just as iconic guitarist Angus Young has performed live dressed as a schoolboy for the last 35 years…
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Barcelona – Matches of F.C. Barcelona in 2009/2010.
22.09.09 – Racing – FC BCN
26.09.09 – Málaga – FC BCN
29.09.09 – FC BCN – Dynamo K
04.10.09 – FC BCN– UD Almería
18.10.09 – Valencia CF – FC BCN
20.10.09 – FC BCN– Rubin Kazan
25.10.09 – FC BCN– Zaragoza
01.11.09 – Osasuna – FC BCN
04.11.09 – Rubin Kazan – FC BCN
08.11.09 – FC BCN – RCD Mallorca
22.11.09 – Athletic Club – FC BCN
24.11.09 – FC BCN – Inter M.
29.11.09 – FC BCN – Real Madrid
02.12.09 – Xerez C.D. – FC BCN
06.12.09 – Deportivo– FC BCN
09.12.09 – Dynamo K. – FC BCN
13.12.09 – FC BCN – RCD Espanyol
03.01.10 – FC BCN – Vila-real CF
10.01.10 – CD Tenerife– FC BCN
17.01.10 – FC BCN – Sevilla
24.01.10 – R.Valladolid – FC BCN
31.01.10 – Sporting Gijon – FC BCN
07.02.10 – FC BCN – Getafe CF
14.02.10 – At. Madrid – FC BCN
21.02.10 – FC BCN – Racing
28.02.10 – FC BCN – Malaga
07.03.10 – UD Almería – FC BCN
14.03.10 –FC BCN – Valencia CF
21.03.10 – Zaragoza – FC BCN
24.03.10 – FC BCN – Osasuna
28.03.10 – RCD Mallorca – FC BCN
04.04.10 – FC BCN – Athletic Club
11.04.10 – Real Madrid – FC BCN
14.04.10 – FC BCN – Deportivo
18.04.10 – RCD Espanyol– FC BCN
25.04.10 – FC BCN – Xerez C.D
02.05.10 – Vila-real CF – FC BCN
05.05.10 – FC BCN – CD Tenerife
09.05.10 – Sevilla FC– FC BCN
16.05.10 – FC BCN – R. Valladolid
(photo by horitzons inesperats)
Lisbon – Praça do Comércio District.
The Praça do Comércio is presented as one of the most majestic squares of Lisbon and was once the main maritime entrance of the city. Even today you can see the marble staircase that comes out of the River Tagus towards Praça do Comércio. It is also known as Terreiro do Paço, clearly a reference to the palace that was here for about 400 years until 1755, when the earthquake destroyed it.
On the north side, the square is received by a grand arch that leads to Rua Augusta, perhaps the best known of the main areas of trade of central Lisbon. The arch is decorated with pictures of historical figures such as Vasco da Gama and Marquês de Pombal.
The magnificent arched buildings, which extend the other three sides of the square and still retain their original features, are to serve as the headquarters of government departments, banks and some of the most famous restaurants in Lisbon.
In this square there is also the oldest café in Lisbon, the “Martinho da Arcada” which opened at the time when oil lamps where used. This coffee was present in the great revolutions of the past two centuries, and received distinguished clients as Bocage, Fernando Pessoa and the muse of fado, Amália Rodrigues.
In the center of Praça do Comércio there is a magnificent statue of King Jose I, king of Portugal at the time of the 1755 earthquake that destroyed the downtown Lisbon almost completely.
Weather forecasts for Barcelona, Madrid and Lisbon now available!
From now on you can also check the current weather conditions in Barcelona, Madrid and Lisbon as well on our Rent4Days Travel Guide and Blog page!
Just click on the respective buttons at the top of this page to consult the meteorological conditions in one of our destinations, and never leave home again without the inappropriate clothing!