So right Mário: travelers should always come with respect for the country and its culture and history. You can have fun anywhere and get drunk. Don’t waste a trip in another part of the world and not observe its riches.

Mario and his Tuk Tuk are a “MUST DO” if you’re visiting Lisbon!!! We just spent 5hrs riding with him on 11/22/2023. After watching this video my wife and I contacted Mario through FaceBook as the video suggested. He’s incredibly personable, responsive, and professional. We had options of a 3, 5, or 8hr tour. He picked us up outside our hotel, and offered to drop us anywhere afterwards. The tour included scenic beauty and lookouts over the city, churches, amazing architecture, monuments, street art, unique neighborhoods, tastings, and HISTORY. So much history. Mario is an absolute wealth of knowledge, and I really respected how he shared Portugal’s greatest triumphs alongside the defeats, and some dark times. Along with some personal stories during the 1974 revolution. While he obviously has national pride (deservedly so), he also paints a complete narrative which was fascinating and illuminating. Lisbon is now in my Top 3 favorite international cities along with Rome and Paris. Mario brought it alive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Mario for anyone needing a first or more complete exploration of Lisbon. Next time we are in Lisbon I’ll make arrangements to meet him long enough for a hug and a hello.

The fact that Dave has the courage to meet his critic say something about his character. Much respect ❤. I will book a tour with Mario soon.

"Colorful organized chaos" Perfect quote to describe Lisbon ❤

I just got home from 5 nights in Lisbon. My first ever foreign holiday, much less doing it alone. All I can say now that I'm home far away from it all, is that I feel like a part of me was left in Lisbon. Such an incredibly beautiful city, culture and population. My heart goes out to this city, and to Portugal.

That was a highlight of my day when Mario tuc tuc driver happily greets Dave smiling and saying I apologise for my harsh comment ! People let’s all be respectful , friendly and open as Mario and Dave 🙌

As a Portuguese living and working in London, and missing my city and my country dearly every single day, your videos always warm my heart. Thank you Dave!

Bravo Dave! As a Portuguese/Canadian who doesnt live in Lisbon but visits multiple times a year, its refreshing to see a video on the city that captures it's beauty, history and people so eloquently and respectfully. Loved it 👏

Great video and better comments. Best of all was to notice the respect and love you shown about Lisbon and Portugal. Hope you find the peace, meaning and happiness, which we all seek in our lives.

I'm so happy I found this video before my trip to Lisbon. I was able to book a tour with Mario and it was amazing. Mario has so much passion for his city and so knowledgeable historically and anecdotally. By the end of the tour, I felt like a new friend was made. If you are in Lisbon, I highly encourage you to take this tour with Mario. Thanks @daveinportugal for posting this video!!

Both my partner (British) and myself (Portuguese) have decided to leave cold old Britain and move to the center of Portugal. He has never lived in Portugal, although we have visited together a few times, you have been instrumental to his detailed education about my beautiful country. After almost 30 years away you have also been responsible for rekindling my love for Portugal, for those reasons we are truly grateful, keep posting and we will keep watching. Thank you ❤

I was trying to decide where to study abroad between Portugal, spain, Italy and Scotland and this made me decide on Lisbon. So beautiful!

I’ve been living in Lisbon for over a year now and I couldn’t agree more. It’s magical but people need to take care of it to keep it that way. I‘m glad you mentioned not only positive sides but also talk about things like the housing crisis. It’s insane! I encourage everybody to be interested in this beautiful country and it’s people. PS: Don’t think we didn’t notice you showing us a clip from Manteigaria yet talking about Pastéis de Belém, the original one! 😅

Wow, this was definitely one of the best vlogs you have done to date. It's obvious the love and pride that Mario has of his Lisboa. I truly understand his every words and the fact that people need to respect where they go and appreciate the history and culture. I did my first trip to Portugal in May and started in Porto, then Tomar, Evora, Sintra, Alcobasa, Coimbra, Nazare, Lisboa, and I was ready to say i want to live in any of those cities. The sights were breath taking, the people were so nice and welcoming, and the food.... Yummy. I loved the nanny ways to cook bacalao and the awesome pasteisl de nata, as well as the many other treats I savored. I'm definitely looking forward to another trip to explore even more cities/areas. It has been by far my most favorite European designation so far. Cheers to the Portuguese culture and people that made my stay so extraordinary, muy Obrigado. Until next time.

Deeply in love with Lisbon and I've got to say this video captures exactly what I love. So nice to see a better representation of the city. Well done. (And YES! to please leave this city better than you found it. 🙂)

Very informative and well shot. Thank you!

This video touched me differently than your other videos. Thank you for allocating time and energy in creating it. I watched it with my two teenage children.

Thanks so much for the thoughtfulness and intention you put into the storytelling of the video. It’s beautifully shot and shows a fuller view of Lisbon than other videos I have seen.

Oh my gosh, this is my favorite of all your wonderful videos, Dave! Your passion and respect for Lisboa comes through loud and clear. Thank you!!

Beautiful video, Dave! As a young portuguese, this video made me very proud. Lisbon is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe by far, unfortunately for us, young people wanting a better future, Portugal is no longer a place we can live in. As I'm currently moving out, Lisbon will always stay in my heart and a place that I will love forever. Thank you for making such a good video about our city. Wish you all the best.

Beautiful video! I loved how you gave Mario a chance and the great stories he told. Thanks for all the info and tips! AMAZING!

Dave! This video so beautiful! I think it’s your best! I’ve been watching your content for a while. I moved to Lisbon 5 months ago and couldn’t be happier! I love your conversations with Mario. I’m going to be sharing this with several friends that are coming to visit soon. You’re the best! Obrigado!

Thank you Dave for a beautiful view of Portugal. Nice video.

Dave .. truly enjoy your videos and thanks for reminding us to be respectful of another's culture. You never know what beautiful nugget you may uncover. Keep on sharing. Can't wait until our upcoming trip this Fall.

Wow Dave, this video was so well done. I enjoyed every second. Thank you for taking the time to create it.

Thank you Dave for portraying lisbon in such a lovely way. I often forget how beautiful it is and how lucky we are to live here (I’m from the suburbs of Lisbon). Yes Portugal is far from perfect and life is hard for us with our low wages and high living costs. But wow… it’s beautiful here! Great video!

Probably one of the best videos about Lisbon for tourists. Very well done. As a Lisboeta it made me proud

This is an outstanding video Dave!! I'm starting to give your videos a thumbs up before I even watch!! I can't say enough...great content! 👊👊

What a beautiful description of our city and our history, thank Dave, obrigado Mário.

Thank you for capturing such beautiful scenes and cultures aspects of Portugal! Glad you love my culture and respect us as individuals ❤

One of the best videos you produced so far. Congrats Dave and thanks for enjoying my little country

I'm portuguese and this video made me cry. Thank you for such authentic content!

Really enjoyed this video Dave! I’m travelling to Portugal with my friend in September! I’m so excited as this is my first trip to Europe. Thank you so much for all the great information you provide. Glad you and Mario are now friends!

Dave, my favourite video so far, you dug deep and you found gold, very informative.

Wow. This was an amazing video. Thank you so much!

What a beautiful video, Dave. I love the way you capture the feeling, the spirit, the mood of Lisbon. One thing I find amazing in Lisbon is all those callors combined with clear sky, it's really pretty and provides a good energy.

Thank you. I've been to Lisbon dozens of times, but you've given me some ideas for my next visit in September.

Super Mario should’ve a KZfaq channel with his daily adventures in Lisboa. I hope this video becomes viral!

Dear Dave, follow your channel since the D7 visa video. And your production quality became so amazing! Especially the audio, it’s making me cry 👏

Lovely, informative video of a city that sticks to my soul like a beautiful melancholic 'xaile'. A unique capital that I adore! Thanks, Dave for your perfect pronunciation of the different places and locations in Lisbon. ❤

This was beautifully made. A real pleasure to watch.

Thanks Dave - great video. Will keep info handy as we are visiting in Sept. and it’s been 20 years for me. Wow, so many changes.

The most amazing, heartwarming, and delightful video I've ever seen in my life

Great work Dave ! So much is packed in this short video. Mario is superb.

Perfect timing as I'm heading there in September. Can't wait!

Awesome video great work I really enjoyed watching it. I am going to Lisbon tomorrow!

Thanks for another great video! We are in the midst of planning our second Lisboa visit. I added the following to my planning notes based on this video - O Corrido Casa de Fado, Tiffin Café, Ramiro, and, of course, Super Marío the tuk tuk driver. I’m excited to revisit our Lisboa favorites and add some new ones!

Great video Dave, very knowledgeable tour guide

This was beautiful Dave. Thank you Mario❤

Thank you for the video, Dave, I just came back from a 7 night-stay at Lisbon, and I found it such a beautiful city. A colourful organised chaos. Your description says it all. Gentle, melancholic and very friendly people, a lot of climbing up the narrow streets of Bairro Alto, where good food and cafes are plentiful. The dishes with bacalao and the pasteis de Nata are definitely my favourite!

Dave, by far the best video I have seen from your channel or any other channel regarding Portugal. Born and raised in Lisboa and matured in the states. Outstanding work!!!

Hi Dave, this is by far the best video I've seen made by a foreigner about my City, you nailed it. In my opinion, despite being a beautiful city, the people's spirit is what makes it extra special. I think Mario truly represents it. Congrats.

The video on Lisbon is fantastic! The talented creator skillfully captured the essence of the city, providing a captivating and immersive experience. Kudos to the author for their talent in showcasing the beauty and charm of Lisbon. It's truly an enjoyable and well-crafted piece of work.

You brought a rtear to my eye with this one! Thank you so much!!

Your best video so far, the content and the quality of the images!

I instantly fell in love with Lisbon when I visited last year. As a huge fan of fado, I knew I would have liked it, but I wasn't expecting to feel the connection that drawns me to the city. I really wish tourists would start going back to hotels.

This is so beautiful, thoughtful and touching. Thanks for creating this amazing video and taking so much time to understand this beautiful place and delivering all of your observations with so much respect and attention to detail! Enjoyed it a lot! Coming to Lisbon in two weeks and feeling even more excited than before :)

Thanks for sharing Lisboa with us.

This was beautifully made! The panning, interviews, archived footage of Salazar, and storyline was executed marvelously. I also see some hints of No Reservations/Parts Unknown in the production (the transition to A Gina) and VOs (Ramiro "If the waiter looks upset with you he probably is. And if he's not, you're in the wrong restaurant."). Keep churning out amazing videos!

Brought back happy memories of our several very happy visits to Lisbon over the years and, yes, I endorse your sentiments wholeheartedly! 🤗

Thank you! I’m going to Portugal in 2 weeks and will definitely check out a tuk tuk ride!

Great vlog, the best I've seen. I am going there again in Octouber, can't wait. Thank you!

Protect Mario at all cost

As always great show Thanks Dave

This is a brilliant video, as was your Porto one. It has sold us on coming to Lisbon and Porto for my 40th next July! We cannot wait!

Excellent video! Thank you for sharing.

This is a very special video. You obviously love this place as well as your craft. Obrigada!

Dave… thank you for this video!!! “Mario” was awesome too!!😉👍 We will be there in April!!!

Hey Dave!! Your videos never disappoint Agree Portugal has much history Thank You 🤗☮️🌞🌎

What an awesome video...loved it and learned a lot about this beautiful city and the culture of Portugal... thanks Dave ...btw loved Mario

A really very soulful and detailed report about this extraordinary city. Thank you Dave and Mario.❤❤❤

love your video. Beautifully done. Im going to lisbon next week and i cant wait after watching your video. You captured the city's soul perfectly.

Greetings from SE Massachusetts. A sometimes colony of Portugal. Dave, you do absolutely wonderful job with your videos depicting Portugal. Your story with Super Mario was so heartfelt. I loved it. Your pronunciations of Portuguese names and words are great as well. Keep more great videos coming and I cant wait to get back to Portugal!

Hi Dave, Love your videos. I am looking forward to revisiting Portugal after 11years. Thank you so much for your great tips of things to do in Lisbon and especially for Mario's details. Keep up the great work Julie -Anne

Great video. We are visiting Lisbon for the first time in September. My grandparents visited there in the 1970's and I still have photo's and souvenirs from their trip. They loved Portugal so much and I am glad my sisters and I will get to experience it 40+ years later.

You are a class act! You gave Mario the respect he deserves. Will definitely ride Mario's Tuk Tuk when I visit. Great video. Keep them coming.

I rode on a TukTuk when I was in Lisbon and I had a blast! This is an amazing video, it made me emotional!

Beautifully photographed, informative, heartfelt. Kudos

love your atitude David! Another great video! Obrigada!

Love Mario singing and talking about “ The Carnation Revolution “ Wow ♥️ what a beautiful video this is so heartwarming thank you 🙏

Beautiful video, I am heading to Lisbon in about two weeks, and from the looks of it, it seems like a very romantic city. Thank you for the insight and overall great video editing really enjoyed it!

Lovely work Dave.. the best depiction of Lisbon I’ve seen on youtube yet 👌🏼

I love this video, and what I love the most is too see how you took the time to understand where Mário was coming from.

I'm definately looking him up when I get to Lisbon. Thanks for sharing. This video was very inspiring and informative. ❤

Visiting in literally two weeks and this video couldn't have came at a better time!

Well done Dave. Was just there a couple of weeks ago and half expected to show up in some of the scenes as we visited many of the same locations you shot from. Absolutely loved Lisbon and Lagos.

Great stories! Thank you!

“Fado Music is the Art of the Portuguese Soul” better be careful my friend, you are starting to become assimilated, pretty soon you will be one of us. 😊

"once a dj, always a dj." absolutely loved mario!

What a wonderful video, so much culture and history I want to visit one day soon!

I enjoyed this video a lot because it doesn’t have the same standardized fake messages you hear when watching KZfaq videos about moving to Portugal: “move to Portugal, it is cheap and everything is great”. This video helped me to experience Portugal through the eyes of a local person, who is sharing his love and passion for his country . The video also tells you a sad truth about locals who are priced out of their homes and have difficulty finding a job after the age of 40 y.o. I enjoyed learning the culture, seeing the art and learning the history of the Portugal. I would love to see more if this kind of videos in the future.

My Portuguese husband and I just returned from Portugal two weeks ago. I miss it terribly. I absolutely loved the history, culture, food, hospitality. It is a beautiful country with so much to do and see. Respect is so important when you visit another country. Soak in their way of living and you may find you fall in love with it as well. Mario is a beautiful soul! Thank you for this video it was done soo well Dave.

Dave, I enjoy your videos. This one is superior! I love Mario's recollections & the Revolutionary footage. You covered all of the reasons I fell for Portugal during my first visit. Bravo

Oh, What a lovely way to start a video on Lisboa! I love the song, Lisboa Menina é Moça 🫶🏻🇵🇹💛 By the wonderful Carlos do Carmo.

Thank you for a wonderful video. Loved seeing Mario and that you highlighted a veggie friendly restaurant!

Wow! What a great video of Lisboa! Obrigado!

Your content addressed a lot of "Whys, Whens, Whats and Why Nots "... One of the best videos about Lisbon for tourists. Very well done.

Dave congrats! Amazing work 👏. Thank you for everything you doing for our country. I have spent 3 hours seeing your news videos. Is 4am in the UK and every time I see your videos gives me such a joy. But can't sleep after lol and i just get anxious to come back there and find again that great peace you talk. that I only find in portugal. Al the best 👌

You are now oficially called David...cause you are Portuguese in heart. Thank you.

Thanks again. I always go to your page for the content. My wife and I are Portuguese ourselves. She was born there, and and i am one generation removed. We are both Azorean, but never visited the mainland. Love your insight, and trust me i am writing this all down for our trip next summer. Thank you!