A very bumpy flight to Calgary - lots of turbulence, but we got there safe and sound. Not too long a layover and we were on board our flight to Frankfurt. Arrived there with no drama, but not much sleep either. Just in time for a marathon trek through the airport to get to our gate for the flight to Porto. Glad we had lots of time in between flights because besides the long trek, there were long lineups to get through security again and then to get into the gate area. Fortunately had time to grab a quick panini, but turned out we had more time than we thought because our flight was about half an hour late leaving. But we eventually arrived in Porto, as did our luggage. Always good when that happens. Grabbed the Metro into town and when we exited the underground, who was there waiting at the top but Geoff! Pam had had the other exit covered as well so they could lead us to the apartment which was just a short hop from the Metro. Off to Villa Bolhao a lovely 3 bedroom place that Nicole and Jay, Geoff’s sister and BIL, had rented. It is in a great location, right next to the Bolhao Market. Irv knew Nicole from when he stayed with her during the Olympics in Sydney but hadn’t met Jay and I knew either of them. But like typical Aussies, we hit it off right away!
Got settled in to the digs then off in search of some place to eat. Found a great place not far from the apartment. Pam and I tried a local dish - Franschesina - a sandwich made with layers of beef and ham over which sliced cheese is melted by pouring over a hot tomato and beer sauce. It was very yummy but very filling. Irv enjoyed the grilled grouper. Back to the apartment for a short catchup and then to bed to try and catch up on some sleep.