Lisbon, I mean Lisbo is the capital of Portugal and once the richest city of Europe. Today it lives in the shadow of its next door neighbor Spain but it is still a great place to get away for a couple of days. Just make sure your laundry is done before you go. More.... 
A short 45 minute train ride from Lisboa takes you to Sintra - home of some really cool castles. In fact, the Pena palace so far gets our best worldwander castle award. More...