Health & Safety
Vaccines:Routine vaccines
Water:Tap water is safe.
āGood healthcare.ā
šµš¹ Portugal
Land of Explorers
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Essential Travel Info for Portugal
Visa Requirements
EU Citizens:Schengen Area (Visa-free).
Others:Schengen Visa required.
Internet & SIM
Quality:Great coverage.
Action:MEO or Vodafone.
Money & Tipping
Cash vs Card:Cards accepted most places. Cash for small tascas.
Tipping:Not mandatory. Round up/small tip for good service.
Getting Around
Apps:Bolt, Uber
Drive:Drive on the RIGHT. Tolls are complex (electronic).
Trains (CP) connect coast. Lisbon trams are iconic.
Safety: Safe
One of the safest countries in the world.
SOS:112
Climate & Weather
Day
28Ā°C (Summer)
Night
18Ā°C
Sunny Hours:11 hours/day
Water Temp:19Ā°C (Atlantic is cold!)
Sunny. Atlantic breeze cools things down. Best Spring/Autumn.
Electricity
230V ā¢ Type F (two round pins)
Local Etiquette
- ā¢Dinner starts late (8pm+).
- ā¢Don't compare Portuguese with Spanish.
- ā¢Try Pastel de Nata.