Portugal
This tiny little sliver of land that hangs off the western edge of Europe was once the mightiest colonial power that ever existed, lasting nearly 6 centuries, right up until Macau was handed over to the Chinese in 1999. It has the distinction of being the oldest country in Europe, with one of the oldest existing universities (University of Coimbra), and Lisbon is home to the oldest bookstore in the world – the humongous Bertrand Bookstore. From north to south, Portugal will dazzle you with its culture, natural beauty and cuisine; sample the legendarily spicy Piri Piri sauce as you sip on delicious wine from Porto (Europe’s oldest city), while being mesmerized by the legendary fados, songs of fate, which have been classified as an UNESCO cultural heritage. Sports and nature lovers, with 800 kilometers of pristine Atlantic coastline, Portugal is a mecca for surfers, with 365 days of action, and home to the highest wave ever, a whopping 90 feet!
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
Peak Season Description:
June and July sees mostly foreign tourists visiting Portugal, and August is when local come out to play as well. Days can get uncomfortably hot in August, and many local establishments take their own break. September sees an easing off of the summer crowd. Booking in advance for this period is imperative.
Shoulder Season Description:
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Portugal. The weather is marvelous, the crowds are less, hotel availability and prices are optimal. Flowers light up the countryside, and the water in October is superb for swimming, with less crowds on the beach as well.
Low Season Description:
Winter in Portugal is mostly temperate in the center and the south, though there is a good chance of rain. Swimming is out of the question as the waters are too cold; beaches will virtually shut down over this period. Days are sharp and crisp (when its not raining). If you must travel at this time, avoid the north where it gets pretty cold and grey.
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Trip Idea Description:
All Tripifini journeys are completely customizable. Our Portugal trip ideas are designed to give you any easy starting point for your personal experience - feel free to make changes. Want to make your trip a little longer? Have multiple generations in your family or group members that want to do slightly different things? Is there a special anniversary or birthday you want to celebrate? Your Tripifini Portugal travel expert will custom craft an amazing experience just for you.
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With very few exceptions, there is always a good time to visit Portugal at any time of the year. Low seasons can work best for those wishing lesser crowds and better prices. A shoulder season is often the best time to visit, weather and accommodation-wise. Conversely, the peak season can be the most crowded and expensive times of the year. Always check with your travel expert; their advice on when to go to Portugal is invaluable.
Local Experts Description:
Read as many country-guides as you wish; there is no substitute for on-the-ground expertise of a local travel expert. Apart from customizing your Portugal vacation entirely and advising you on best things to do and best hotels to stay at, our local travel expert will also provide 24/7 support. Let our team of travel agents in Portugal help make your vacation the best it could be.
Blog Article Description:
Here are a few must read travel articles in case you are planning a family trip to Portugal soon. These Portugal travel tips & insights will help familiarize you with the best places to visit, culture, cuisine and all those travel details a first time traveller to Portugal should be aware of.
