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Don’t be fooled by Portugal’s humble size – you’ll quickly fill your travel itinerary with sightseeing as you begin to uncover all the country has to offer. From cobblestone villages to medieval towns, to bustling beachy destinations, and vibrant cities, Portugal charms tourists seeking a wide variety of experiences. Best time to visit Summer is the best time to visit to enjoy warmer weather and sunshine, but the Algarve is often teeming with tourists (especially from other regions of Portugal and throughout Europe) who are excited for some beach time. Otherwise, late spring and early fall provide nicer weather that is perfect for comfortable sightseeing. Known for Port: A sweet, red dessert wine with a high alcohol content, port is produced from grapes grown…
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Stephanie, our social media manager and writer, recently returned from a month in Portugal with her husband and 7-year-old daughter. With its history (geographic borders defined in the early 12th century, a long list of contributions to global exploration, incredible cathedrals), people (a friendly and peaceful population that is family-focused), and culture (beautiful sites and cities from north to south), Portugal captured our family’s interest as a place to spend some extended time. Planning a month-long visit became a part-time job, and even our 7-year-old was involved with the arrangements. Beyond my experiences studying abroad in college, this would be my…
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