LISBON WEEKEND

British, Canadian and American citizens do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days.

Different cities and regions in Portugal are popular at various times of the year. For those who are looking to visit the main cities such as Lisbon and Porto, May to August is ideal. These cities can be very busy with tourists during the later summer months and the weather can be hotter as well. Crowds are less in the Spring and Fall months. If you are interested in visiting Portugal’s wine country, April to June or September to October is recommended. The weather is pleasant allowing for picturesque sceneries and enjoyable temperatures to visit wineries. During the North American winter months, clients often will visit the Algarve region in the South of Portugal. The weather during this time in this area is pleasant and much warmer than the North American winter season making it the perfect escape for snowbirds. They enjoy taking advantage of the long stay programs that are offered in the Algarve.

Travel by train, buses, taxis, trams, and planes is widely available throughout Portugal. For some clients who want to travel to the areas of Portugal where the main transportation does not reach, they can easily rent a car and do a self-drive. Driving is done on the right side in Portugal and North American tourists who wish to drive must possess an international driver’s license. Lisbon, Porta, Algarve and Coimbra are the only cities in Portugal that offer Uber transportation services. When visiting the cities of Porto, Lisbon, Sintra or Coimbra, it is highly recommended to take a tram ride as a quintessential experience of Portugal.

Portugal is most certainly a family-friendly destination. Families with young children can always take advantage of the extensive coastlines and many beaches. Families with adult children often opt to visit the wine region.

There are many halal restaurants in Lisbon that Muslim travellers can visit after a long day touring the city.

Lisbon has several mosques that cater to the thousands of Muslins in the city; it also what makes the city so Muslim-friendly. From the 2019 census, the approximate population of Muslims in Portugal was 65,000, so you will definitely not feel alone.