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PORTUGAL
Visiting Portugal is an exploration of historic cities, stunning coastlines, and rich culture. Wander through Lisbon's colorful neighborhoods and admire the ornate Manueline architecture of Belém. Explore Porto's charming streets and sample its world-famous port wine. Relax on the golden beaches of the Algarve or discover the rugged beauty of the Azores and Madeira islands. Indulge in Portuguese cuisine, from fresh seafood to pastéis de nata, and embrace the lively atmosphere of fado music in Lisbon's tavernas. Whether exploring medieval castles, savoring local wines, or simply soaking up the Mediterranean sun, Portugal offers a vibrant tapestry of experiences that enchant visitors from around the world.
AT A GLANCE
CAPITAL
LISBON
CURRENCY
EURO (€)
LANGUAGE
PORTUGUESE
POPULATION
10 MILLION
FUN FACT
The oldest operating bookstore in the world is located in Lisbon!
ELECTRICITY
For Portugal there are two associated plug types, C and F. Portugal operates on 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
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CURRENCY
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in Portugal. Most debit cards are also accepted. If using a credit or debit card, make sure to always pay in euro instead of USD, so you get the best rate on the exchange. You can visit an ATM to withdraw local currency, which is highly recommend. Most purchases under 20 euro are cash only.
TIPPING
When having a meal at a sit-down restaurant, a 10% cash tip is customary if you received excellent service. Some places will have a service charge already included in the bill, so you do not need to tip on top of that. You should always tip your hotel staff and porters a few euro whenever you use their services. You should also tip your tour guides (5 euros per person for a half day, 10 euros per person for a full day).
ACCESSIBILITY
In the major cities, most bus stations, train stations, hotels, and airports have accessible accomodations. When traveling outside the cities, you will see fewer accessible spots.
PORTUGUESE BASICS
Hello
Olá (oh-LAH)
Goodbye
Tchau (chow) / Adeus (adeOOSH)
Yes
Sim (see)
No
Não (now)
Please
Por favor (poor fa-vohr)
Thank you
Origado/a (oobree-ga-doo)
Excuse me/Sorry
Com licença (co lee-sen-sah)
My name is...
Meu nome é…
What is your name?
Qual é o seu nome?
Nice to meet you
Um prazer (um pra-zair)
Good morning
Bom dia (bohm DEE-ah)
Goodnight
Boa noite (bo-ah NOY-teh)
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