July 16th
Set off at noon, heading for Belmonte. Took the Hwy, listening to Janet Evanovich's "Twelve Sharp". Weird to listen to the street smart, Philadelphian, Stephanie Plum while driving through Portugal. Spent the night in Corvilha, Corvilla Jardim with A/C on the public garden square The pousada in Belmonte wouldn't let the dog stay the night, neither did the Belsol hotel.
July 17th
Went to the Jewish quarter and synagogue in Belmonte, the men were so proud of their beautifully redone shul. One of them watched Curly so I could go inside. Then Curly and I traveled to Almeida, an interesting town/fort in the shape of a star. Had lunch outside the town, then six hours to Geres, beautiful country but very hot. Night at Quinta de Gestacos, no a/c. Slept okay with a fan. Beautiful view from here, peaceful morning except for the granchildren running around the pool. On to explore
