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Category: Lisbon (Portugal)
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Funicular Crash Has Jarred Lisbon’s Sense of Itself
Lisbon has transformed itself in recent years into a destination for international investors. A funicular crash that killed 16 people has prompted soul-searching about the changes in the city.
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At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails and Crashes, Officials Say
The funicular line, one of three in Lisbon, is a popular tourist attraction.
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Anti-Tourism Protests in Italy, Portugal and Spain Draw Attention to Quality of Life Issues
In Italy, Portugal and Spain, activists used water pistols and a “noisy stroll” of suitcases to draw attention to rising housing costs and the environmental toll of tourism.
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Traveling to Europe? Here’s What to Expect From Tourism Protests on June 15.
On Sunday, activists in Barcelona, Lisbon and other hot spots plan to take to the streets to voice their concerns about “touristification.”
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European Anti-Tourism Groups Plan June 15 Disruptions
Driven by rising rents, crowds and what many see as neighborhood degradation, activists are calling to continue the kinds of protests that erupted last summer.
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5 Spring Break Destinations for a Sunny or Scenic Trip
Ideas for a last-minute trip, whether you want wildflower meadows or white-sand beaches.
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Anna Sui Shares Her Favorite Lipstick and Eyeliner
Plus: jewelry with a resilient spirit, a riverside hotel in Lisbon and more recommendations from T Magazine.
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The Craft of Making Portuguese Azulejo Tiles
A tradition dating back centuries survives in Portugal as artists and companies fill private and public commissions for the celebrated designs.
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A Portuguese Jeweler Focuses Solely on Hand Work
Rosior, a family business, does not even use computer design programs.
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Lisbon Museum Houses a René Lalique Collection
A wealthy businessman’s acquisitions include a gem-studded diadem and large dragonfly brooch.
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Middle East Conflict Threatens Global Economic Growth
Oil prices climbed again on Friday as armed clashes intensify in Israel and, increasingly, beyond.