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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 …
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 …
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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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 …
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 …
Dear Blanca, Amidst visiting ancient castles in Coimbra, I find myself wondering if Portugal is in financial crisis. Is that bewildering for a visiting tourist? Is it possible to have fun and still have to worry about the economy? From Dancing Daisy. Dear Dancing Daisy, No, you don’t need to be worried about the economy …