Portugal
Porto ⏐ Lisbon ⏐ Algarve
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About Portugal
Language(s): The official language of Portugal is Portuguese. English is widely spoken throughout the country.
Currency: EUR - Portugal is part of the Eurozone, which consists of 19 countries who use the euro as their main currency.
Transportation: There is a large developed public transport system in Portugal. You can take trains between cities and use trams, buses and metros within the major cities. Uber is available in most cities in Portugal.
Safety: Portugal is (similarly to Western Europe) safe to visit. You do need to watch out for pickpockets and other petty crimes. Limit the amount of cash you carry and make sure to watch your bags on public transport / busy streets.
Climate: The climate in Portugal is a warm Mediterranean climate with a wet season in the winter time.
Where to go
The Algarve has become a popular holiday destination for families to retreat to in the spring and summer time. But over the past few years it has also become more and more popular with younger people to explore the area. The easiest way to see all the Algarve is by renting a car and heading up and down the coast. There are a few places where you can start your road trip from depending on where you are arriving from. If you are flying into the Algarve, you will most likely start in the capital of the region Faro. If you are driving from Lisbon, I’d recommend starting in Sagres.