Portugal - Travel beyond the ocean of dreams

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We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us

Love to the country is not subject to appeal because all it’s the nuances that touch a precise string of the archaic  harp.
In each one of us lives a small, but vocal dreamer. We are more than sure that sometimes you need a change,  a spiritual reincarnation,  the courage to open the box with temptations, and as a little excited child to tear of the colorful packaging off each of them, and hug them as strong Ʉas strong  your desire is of a shadowy dreamer in you that makes you weep out of pleasure and divine delight. We did not have the patience to let you know that your ticket to escape from reality carries the   warm name of Portugal, and it is waiting for you to grab it. Before the instinct to refuse  kicks in, allow us to discourage you and prove to you, that you deserve to relax and live at full speed.
Portugal is like a long-sought oasis that will quench your thirst for an unforgettable experience and inspirational adventure. Portugal is as a quote from a favorite book that will sound in your mind again and again and again, even after your heart stops beating. Is that not enough? Then read to the end.
The country of hot desires extends to the southernmost point of the the modern Western European map. To the north and to the east of Portugal lives the rhythm of "passo delle", and passion is lurking in the air as if it were going to explode and turn into summer love rain. If you head to the south or to the west, happiness might smile at you, and you can encounter a letter in a bottle, thrown on the Atlantic coast and waiting for years it`s discoverer.

The whirlwind of our dreams takes us first to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal and the starting point of your soulful catharsis. Stepping in it you have to prepare for a long and irrigating day because the list of tourist temptations is very long. Here the is time entirely yours, and you can use it through the life-giving power of nature in the Botanical Garden of Urban University, to observe the song of the story, which notes spring from the Belém tower, the San Jorjy Castle and the Tomarin Monastery. You will feel as a guest of the past in all of  the numerous museums and galleries that tell you about culture, art, and age-old traditions. If your passion is directed toward the sea depths and the life that boils under the waves of the waters, you will be left without a breath at the sight in the oceanarium in Lisbon, which is a part of the  "Park of Nations" tourist complex. 


If you want to upgrade your skills in the spiritual infrastructure, you don’t need to be scared to look down from Vasko da Gama bridge. For connoisseurs of the "silent" beauty and classics are available trams that present, as  a ghostly movie,  the hospitable urban neighborhoods.
The tramline of your trip in Portugal will take you from Portico, for tempting melange of baroque and medieval flavor, elegantly served with a glass of aromatic wine, through the magnificent palaces of the Guimaraes and a fabulous boat trip in "Venice of Portugal" – the city of Aveiro, to the night renaissance lights of Evora. This is not the end, of course. Waiting for you is the resurgent communication with the island-garden Madeira, a gateway to ancient Rome in Coimbra, and also a touch to the religious glory of the city of Braga.
Portugal is the mecca of extreme experiences. The levels of adrenaline in your blood can apply for a decent place in the book of the "Guinness World Records". Do you want to get down on the cableway linking Portugal and Spain to argue with waves, surfing, flyboards or canoes, exploring the marine world through  scuba diving, battling the mountain majesties and heights, merging with the scenery of nature through one of the everyday buggy expeditions or jet flying through the clear waters ? That's where you are in the right place! You can enjoy the paradise here also by riding a horse and flying with a balloon. In the winter the extreme experiences are also in their apogee, with only a small part of them where tourist attractions include rafting, skiing and snowboarding.

 

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Lisbon - Where dreams become reality
Lisbon, Portugal

The capital is everything a tourist can dream of – cultural centers, tempting food, a symbiosis between the past, present and the future, impressive attractions, botanical garden of the City University, the Castle of San Jorge and the oceanarium in Lisbon are all the places that will leave you with lasting memories.

Porto - The hill of history
Porto, Portugal

Porto is the city that will dazzle your head with perfect natural forms, architectural patterns, streets of dreams and wine. It is certain that you have to dive into the daily challenges of this exquisite coastal town, to take a boat trip along the Duero River.

Guimaraes - A time machine
Guimaraes, Portugal

When visiting this fabulous city, you will have the unique chance to have a touch to the time machine and feel the epochal vibrations around the castle "Guimaraes", immerse yourself in numerous religious places and admire the exemplary urban architecture.

Braga - Divine glow
Braga, Portugal

Braga impresses with its religious glow. Here you can enjoy many Baroque sites including the Cathedral of  Braga, the church "St. Our Lady of Samaria "and the chapel of “San Frutiozu de Montellous ". Among the tourist attractions are also the “Porta Archway new ".

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Location

Portugal is located on the Pyrenean peninsula in the westernmost part of Europe. In the north and in the east it borders with Spain, in the  south and in the west with the Atlantic Ocean. Its territory includes the islands Madeira, Azores, and Selvagenski. The capital is Lisbon, and the city of Portu gives the name of its state.

Transportation

If you are in Lisbon or Porto, the best way to travel is by metro, and for all other cities there are  well-developed bus  lines. Train traffic is well developed between all cities in the country, and the coaches are comfortable and fast. Taxis are relatively inexpensive and are the  preferred transport in the big  cities.

Languages Spoken

The official language is Portuguese. In essence is a Roman language, part from the Ibero-roman language group. Portuguese is spoken in Brazil and in many of the African and some Asian countries. Over 230 millions of people in the world speak Portuguese.  The second most spoken language in Portugal is English.

Currency

The official currency in Portugal is the Euro and the Portuguese escudo was used from 1772 until 2002. You can exchange currency in every exchange bureau. Before you do this, check the course on the internet because you may not be that lucky, and you will be in the wrong exchange office with a bad course.

Visas

The visa requirement is determined by citizenship. Citizens of the EU member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland,  Norway  and Malta can  travel only with an ID card, while US citizens, Australian, Canadian and Japanese - with a passport. There are other countries that do not have a visa required for a stay for up to 90 days.

Electricity

The tension in Portugal is standard - 230V, as almost in the whole of Europe, Australia and other large number of African and Asian countries.
Contacts are type F corresponding to C and E.

Vaccinations

Mandatory travel vaccines in Portugal are not available. There are recommendations, for which you can check for information with your GP. Before a trip, it is useful to check if there is a change for mandatory vaccines.

Emergency Calls

The European emergency number Ʉis also valid in Portugal is 112.
The operators of this phone also respond in English.

When to visit
Best time to visit the destination

Portugal is welcoming  over 12 million tourists each year  especially during the summer when you can see clearly the shine of every temptation - the beach stripes, the mountain and the island secrets, and the countless cultural and historical  inheritance whispering for multi-layered historical treasures.  Also, in the winter,  you will not be bored and your impressions of Portugal will be extraordinary.

What to do?
Don’t miss to challenge your world

Visit the beach of Algarve

The stunning Portuguese region of Algarve captivates you with indescribable beautiful views. Magnificent beaches, amazing fun time, culinary masterpieces and pristine nooks from the coast create a great  sense of delight. Alvor, Farou, Tavira, Lagos are only a small part of the resorts on the South Coast offering all of these temptations for the senses.

Visit Fado at night

Traditional dinners for the Portuguese include, of course, their folk music Fado. In most restaurants, dinners are accompanied by a performer of the favourite local music, but if you do not  want to  engage in a dinner, just walk downtown during the sunset and you will probably hear a performer singing Fado. 

Walk around Alphama

Visiting Lisbon, surely you have to go through the oldest neighborhood of the capital. Get on the emblematic tram “28” which  will go along  the Cathedral and you will reach this old place filled with beautiful sights,  such as the medieval fortress "St. George". Surviving the great earthquake in the 18th century, this neighborhood reflects the bright contrast in the capital between the modern and the old.

Walk around Aveiro channels

The city, known for its canals, creates the feeling that you are in Venice. In the beginning the boats traveling along the canals were collecting seaweed, and subsequently turned into a tourist attraction. Surely, take a boat trip and immerse yourself in the beauty of the city with fairytale bridges, beautiful buildings and small fishing houses.

Eat traditional dishes

Portugal is also famous for its incredible cuisine. Culinary wonders, which you can taste, are very delicious. Ingredients from all over the world make up the traditional dishes of Portugal and have left a mark on the Portuguese culinary art. Fresh sea bass or shrimp, pork on alentejan, the traditional sandwich “Francesinja” or the "Tripas a moda du Porto" are a small part of the folk culinary delights that it is necessary for you to try.
 

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FAQs about Portugal

What tip should I leave in Portugal?

The restaurants do not charge a service fee, so it depends on your desire. To leave a tip usually it is about 10% of the value of the bill. You can leave a tip of 1-2 Euro at the hotel bellhop, and for the maid at the departure of the hotel about 5 Euros.

Taxi rates vary according to the city you are in. Average the starting price is € 3 and per kilometer it is about € 0.7. The greater part of the taxi drivers, especially older ones, do not speak English.

Portugal is one of the safest countries in the world to visit. However, you can always become a pet victim for stealing, so we recommend leaving your personal belongings in the place you are staying.

There is no official religion in Portugal. Christians predominate, from which about 80% are Catholics.

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