Experiencing Porto
Greetings from Porto!
Breathtaking landscapes, delicious cuisine, and rich culture. Porto is such a wonderful city! That’s what I heard people say about Porto, and I just had to see it myself.
So, here I am, a Finnish information science student, a member of the BOBCATSSS 2009 organizing committee, having the time of my life in Porto. I arrived in Porto in August 2008, five months before my Finnish colleagues’ arrival.
Besides studying at the University of Porto and getting acquainted with the city, I’ve had the chance to get to know the Portuguese team members. By frequently being in contact with my Finnish colleagues, I believe, the communication between the two teams has improved. The organizers both in Finland and in Portugal are working hard on creating yet another great BOBCATSSS.
And I have to tell you, everything I heard about Porto beforehand is true. Porto is amazing and I’m sure you’ll love it too. Looking forward to seeing you in Porto in only 7 weeks!
Até já.
Johanna Varpila
Porto & Tampere



February 9th, 2009 at 1:49
Porto is a wonderful city, full of history and culture. I’m impressed that you call it Porto and not Oporto, which is an easy error since the Portuguese often say O Porto. Anyway, glad you are having a great time. Cheers!