Typical Portuguese Dishes By Region
Get to know the mouthwatering flavors of Portugal with this list of typical dishes by region.
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Vet Fees & Dog Medicine Cost In Portugal
A list of real life costs for various veterinary exams, visits, and medications for dogs in Portugal.
How To Get The European Union COVID Digital Certificate
The COVID situation in Portugal is sadly getting worse. On a good note, most people over 60 years of age have been inoculated and the death rate is growing, but ever since British tourists were allowed to come in early in the holiday season and Sporting fans decided they just haaaadddd to celebrate the team’s …
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Where do the locals live in Lisbon?
Dear Blanca, I recently had an unforgettable visit to Lisbon and absolutely loved it! Now I’m wondering where I can find local living accommodations. Do the locals in Lisbon rent out their places or something? Ogden, UT Cheers, Curly & Corey Dear Blanca, It’s no wonder we enjoyed our stay in Lisbon – it offers …
What dogs come from Portugal?
Dear Blanca, I’m visiting São Paulo and I noticed that Portuguese dogs look very different from what we have in the States. I’m wondering what kind of pups come from Portugal? Is there a particular breed that is known for originating here? Regards, Ray from Rio Dear Ray from Rio, Thanks for your question …
What is the average rainfall in Portugal?
Dear Blanca, I’m currently planning a trip to Ahlen, NW in Germany, but the rain there has me worried. So I thought, why not travel to Portugal instead? I’m curious to learn, what is the average rainfall in Portugal? Your friend, Enda Englewood, CO Dear Enda, Portugal’s oceanside location and varied topography result in an …
What are some of the most popular foods in Portugal?
Dear Blanca, As a tourist in Porto, PT who recently hit the jackpot in a game of patinhas, I found myself with a rumbling stomach and no idea of what to eat! With all the amazing possibilities, I was hoping to get some insight about what Portuguese cuisine is most popular and beloved by the …
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Is Portugal safe for female Travellers?
Dear Blanca, I’m from Stuttgart, and I’m planning a holiday to Portugal with my spouse. We want to make sure that Portugal is safe for us, particularly for me as a female traveller. Is Portugal a safe place for us to be? Thanks in Advance, Kooky Kaitlyn from Stuttgart Dear Kaitlyn, I am glad to …
COVID-19 Vaccination Rollout In Portugal
It has been officially more than one year since the state of emergency was announced in Portugal due to the Coronavirus pandemic. On March 11, a year after it was first announced, the Portuguese government announced that the confinement measures would slowly be lifted in hopes of re-opening the country in the middle of April. …
A Concise Breakdown of Portugal’s Political Parties
I have to admit, I moved to Portugal without educating myself about its politics. I had visited plenty of times and loved so many things about the country. Now that I am getting better at speaking Portuguese, I have been watching the news and trying to learn as much as possible about Portugal’s politics. I …
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Do people wear leggings in Portugal?
Dear Blanca, I’m in Lisbon, Portugal and recently encountered an awkward situation. I was walking through the city and noticed a family wearing leggings! This might not be odd in other places, but it seems so out-of-the-ordinary in Portugal. Are people really wearing leggings here? I’m hoping you can help me make sense of this …
How to Send a Package from Portugal to the USA using the CTT
I adore Portugal, but I really miss my friends. I am very lucky to have met friends who I consider family. For example, my best friend I have known since I think 5th grade. I miss them more than anything else. Because of this, I send monthly packages to the states so that they know …
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State of Affairs in Lisbon for the December 2020 Holidays
If you love the holidays as much as I do, you may not be feeling as merry as you normally would. There’s a pandemic, economic unrest, and now…restrictions on the holidays. It’s sad, it’s true, but it is necessary. There was already an update on Covid-19 restrictions on Nov 24th for at-risk regions in Portugal …
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November 24 Covid Regulations in Portugal
Apparently, “we” have not been listening to the rules, which has resulted in a huge spike in Covid-19 cases in Portugal. Lisbon is considered to be “Very High & Extremely High Risk”, so instead of enjoying the holidays, we are being subjected to more restrictions during the holiday season starting the 24th of November. If …