HAND LUGGAGE
- Please clearly mark each piece of your luggage with your full name and phone number.
- Passport/visa
- Photocopy of your passport
- Credit cards/cash
- Health & travel insurance documents
- Prescription medications (and any medications you will need while traveling, including Tylenol/Aspirin)
- Snacks
- Mobile device/charger/camera
- One change of clothing
- Books and magazines
- Reading glasses/sunglasses
- Hand sanitizer/wet wipes/tissues
- Any liquids should be in containers no larger than 100 ml (3.4 ounces) and placed in a transparent re-sealable plastic bag (up to 20 x 20 cm)
- No tweezers or sharp instruments
WEATHER
- Considered one of the warmest countries in Europe, Portugal is known for its mild weather.
- As Portugal’s largest city, Lisbon enjoys mild weather most of the year, with almost 300 days of sunshine annually It’s common to see some rain from November to February, but the city is on the drier side for the rest of the year.
- Summer can get very hot, with several days reaching over 90 degrees F in July and August. Due to its proximity to the ocean (and its cooling breezes), the temperature is not excessively uncomfortable, however, if you find it to be too oppressive in summer, there’s relief close by! Lisbon is close to Portugal’s loveliest beaches—with several situated less than 30 minutes away.
- Up north, Porto is the second-largest city in the country and features moderate weather year-round.
- Use a website such as weather.com to find average temperatures and rainfall during your travel time.
TRAVEL WARDROBE
- Winter: Be sure to pack long pants, long-sleeve shirts, sweaters, and closed-toe shoes during the winter months. It’s always a good idea to bring a jacket, raincoat, and/or umbrella and rain boots during this time of year. Snow is not common, but depending on which region you visit, there can be snow showers in the colder months.
- Spring: Pack light clothing and a lot of layers. Jeans or casual pants are ideal and can be paired with a T-shirt during the day. Plan to wear flat shoes or sneakers when sightseeing (no matter which season you visit). In the evening, add a sweater or a light jacket for additional warmth if needed.
- Summer: You can’t go wrong with light, breathable clothing, such as shorts and sundresses, sandals, and bathing suits when visiting Portugal in summer. Remember to bring a hat, carry water, and use a lot of sunscreen if you’re planning to spend a lot of time outdoors. The weather is usually dry, so unless there is an unexpected storm, you won’t need an umbrella, either.
- Fall: You will feel most comfortable wearing jeans or light trousers during daytime sightseeing activities and a short-sleeved shirt. It’s also wise to bring boots, an extra scarf, and a sweater or jacket for the evening.
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