Portugal’s second city has a setting that calls for active appreciation, and there’s many ways to explore on foot, by bike or on water.
How to spend the day: The Palácio Nacional de Sintra is right in the historic center and one of Portugal's oldest palaces. Used by royalty during the Middle Ages, it's worth going through its extravagantly decorated rooms. There are intricate ceilings, colorful tiles with geometric and floral...
how long you stay. Beyond program fees, you’ll also have to consider airfare, transportation, accommodation, and the general cost of living during your study overseas. You canuse our country guides to find informationabout budgeting for costs in specific countries. Expect adding a good amount o...
Normally, the budgets on this site reflect a travel lifestyle, but it’s important to note that this budget is for me living here in Portugal. I have a long-term lease. I handle my own utilities and internet (instead of renting an Airbnb with all included). Etc. This means that ...
Portugal, often regarded as one of the cheapest places to travel in Europe, has struggled with steep hotel prices and inflation. Although prices have gone up, we don’t want you to miss out on your dream trip. Here are 12 different ways to help you save money on your trip to...
You run into the grocery store to pick up one bottle of water. You get what you need, head to the front, and choose the line that looks fastest. You chose wrong. People who you swear got in other lines long after you are already checked out and off to the parking lot.1 ...
What is the ideal length of stay in Lisbon? If you are new to Lisbon and are in the early stages of planning your trip to Portugal, we recommend dedicating three full days to exploring the city. This gives you ample time to see all the main attractions, discover its unique districts, ...
Portugal’s captivating northern city has its share of five-star hotels and Michelin-listed restaurants. But Porto also has good-value B&Bs and family-run tabernas where you can feast on Portuguese classics without draining your bank account. In fact, travel here can be surprisingly affordable,...
If I knowSpanishand I want to be comfortably conversational in Portuguese and have an hour a day to spend, then I think six months is enough. If I have more than an hour, maybe two or three hours a day, I could reduce that down to two or three months. That is in the case of ...
Forgot Your Number?If you’re in Portugal, head to a Finanças office. If you’re abroad, your nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate can help you reunite with your long-lost tax identification number. Married:Sorry, lovebirds – you can’t share this number like you share a bank accoun...