Have you ever visited Portugal without understanding Portuguese? If you have, you might be one of many tourists surprised by the amount of Portuguese who speak fluent English. Wherever you go in big cities and coastal areas, you will find English speakers eager to help. Most native Portuguese speakers know at least two languages. They…
Most people know Portugal as a Summer destination. It has bright days, golden beaches, tasty food, and a panoply of fun activities to do. Still, the country has much to offer all year round. Lately, national organizations have been trying to promote tourism in less popular seasons. Their goal is to turn Portugal into a…
Science claims most people take 7 seconds to construct a first impression upon meeting someone else. This initial judgment can dictate what kind of relationship will result from the conversation. It also means you have less than the time it takes to drink a bica to make a great first impression. The same applies to introductions in foreign…
Do you want to start learning Portuguese? Then, this post is for you! Prepare yourself to explore the essential Portuguese phrases and words. These tools will allow you to kickstart your language-learning journey already one step ahead. There are many reasons why you should learn Portuguese From Portugal. Learning a new language is exciting! It opens many…
The first-ever Christmas celebration happened in Rome in AD 336. Since then, this religious festivity spread all over the world. As a mainly Catholic country, Portugal also celebrates the Christmas season. It is simultaneously a religious holiday, an old tradition, and a family celebration. “Natal” is the Portuguese word for Christmas. Like in other countries,…
In 2022, Portugal was rated 13th on the World’s Cuisines Ranking, according to Tasteatlas. It also earned four spots in the best traditional dishes in the world, with one of them reaching 3rd place. Thus, there is no doubt you should explore Portuguese food as much as you possibly can. And what better place to start…
Hundreds of tourists visit Portugal every summer. They want to enjoy the hot weather and explore the country’s culture and beautiful sights. Hence, most people don’t even think about traveling to the Iberian country at any other time of the year. Yet, there is so much you can discover on both island and mainland Portugal…
Portugal is a fashionable country. According to a study by Statista, over 15 million international travelers visited the country in 2022. Its popularity comes down to three main factors: weather, safety, and culture. With sunny days and warm nights, Portugal stands the 6th safest country in the world in 2023. Besides, with over 800 years of history, it has…
Portugal is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Despite being a small country, it gathers everything you want in a vacation spot. It has warm weather, delicious food, fantastic beaches, a rich culture, and many fun activities. Until a few years ago, people only visited the country during the Summer. This…