Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Shoulder(May, Jun & Sep)
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Wildflowers and mild days are ideal for hikes and outdoor activities.
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Lively festivals take place in June.
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Crowds and prices are average.
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Colder ocean temperatures.
Low Season(Dec-Mar)
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Shorter, rainier days with freezing temperatures in the interior.
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Lower prices, fewer crowds.
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Attractions keep shorter hours.
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Frigid ocean temperatures.
Websites
Lonely Planet
(
www.lonelyplanet.com/portugal
) Destination information, hotel bookings, traveller forum and more.
Portugal Tourism
(
www.visitportugal.com
) Portugal's official tourism site.
Inside Portugal Travel
(
www.insideportugaltravel.com
) The Portuguese National Tourist Office site in North America.
ViniPortugal
(
www.viniportugal.pt
)
Fine overview of Portugal's favourite beverage, covering wine regions, grape vari-
eties and wine routes.
Important Numbers
Country Code
351
International Access Code
00
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
Police
112
Exchange Rates
Australia
A$1
€0.70
Canada
C$1
€0.72
Japan
¥100
€0.74
