Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Hostels
Portugal has a growing network of hostels, with stylish, award-winning options
in both Lisbon and Porto.
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Turihab Properties
Unique options to stay in manor houses, restored farmhouses or in
self-contained stone cottages.
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Pousadas
Accommodation set inside former castles, monasteries and estates. Nearly
three dozen
pousadas
are spread across the country, and are well worth planning a trip
around.
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Private rooms and apartments
Airbnb (
www.airbnb.com
)
has loads of listings
throughout Portugal.
Money
ATMs are the easiest way to get cash in Portugal, and they're easy to find in most cities
and towns. Tiny rural villages probably won't have ATMs, so it's wise to get cash in ad-
vance. The ATM withdrawal limit is €200 per day, and many banks charge a foreign trans-
action fee (typically around 2% or 3%).
Most hotels accept credit cards; smaller guesthouses and budget hotels might not, so be
sure to inquire before booking. Likewise, smaller restaurants don't often take credit, so it's
wise to have cash with you. Armed robbery is virtually unheard of in Portugal. Petty
thievery (such as pickpocketing) is a concern in popular tourist areas.
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Bargaining
Gentle haggling is common in markets (less so in produce markets); in all other instances
you're expected to pay the stated price.
Tipping
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Restaurants
10% on average, up to 15% in pricier places.
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Bars
Not expected unless table service is provided, then around 10%.
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Snack bars
It's courteous to leave a bit of spare change.
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Taxis
Not expected, but it's polite to round up to the nearest euro.
