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A Mosaic of Memories
in Europe’s Timeless Capital
by Lee HALL & Mitch Hall (Convention Chairs) and Alycen MOSS & Kevin Moss (Program Chairs)
During our second site visit to
Lisbon, we didn’t even ask for our
coffee or tea to be “take away.”
Perhaps I never will again. Instead,
I took the simple pleasure of
watching the first light of dawn
wash over the terracotta rooftops,
as the ancient city slowly emerged
from its slumber. As Holly Harwell
perfectly captured it, breakfast in
Lisbon feels more civilized—an
experience savored slowly, with
intention.
In the distance, the soft murmur
of the Tagus River carried the
echoes of a city that has welcomed
explorers, artists, and dreamers for
centuries. And next summer, this
timeless city will welcome us, as we
Lee Hall Alycen Moss
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gather for our 82nd Annual Meeting
in one of Europe’s most captivating
capitals.
In Lisbon, medieval alleyways
and traditions that have survived
centuries live side by side with
contemporary art, dynamic
cuisine, and cutting-edge design.
In October, 2025, Portugal was
celebrated as Europe’s 2025 Leading
Travel Destination for the sixth time
in seven years—an accolade you
can understand in just a few steps
through Lisbon’s winding, vibrant
streets.
Each neighborhood has its own
distinct beat —from the creative
hub of LX Factory to the refined
elegance of Chiado; from the
imposing grandeur of Rossio to
the historic richness of Belém
and the soulful Alfama. Lisbon is
best discovered neighborhood by
neighborhood, traveled by foot,
trams, commuter trains, and lively
tuk-tuks. Our excursions are crafted
to immerse you fully, letting you feel
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