Portugal
Portugal travel tips Planning a trip to Portugal? Here are some important things to know about this country so you can enjoy its delicious pastries and wonderful landmarks without any unexpected surprises. Let’s dive in! Important things to know before visiting portugal Get reservations for dinner because you will not eat otherwise, especially in Lisbon and Porto. Since they are bigger cities, the “good” restaurants are usually booked during 8–10 PM, when people typically eat dinner. Locals eat lunch between 1:00 and 3:00 PM, so many restaurants don’t open until then, if they are primarily known for serving lunch. Another important thing to know is that if people are begging you to eat at their restaurant, it probably isn’t ideal. I once made the mistake of accepting an invitation from a woman outside a restaurant, and instead of letting me choose, they just served me a dish I ...