The niche, practical, "why didn't anyone mention that?" stuff I wish I'd known before Portugal, from my own trip. For real, these matter.
I just got back from Portugal. Gorgeous, vibrant, so worth it. But there are a few things I really wish someone had told me before I went. This guide skips the generic advice and covers the small stuff that made me feel more prepared, more connected and less stressed: from the sidewalks that will humble you to the dinner that doesn't start until 8.
What's inside:
• 10 tips from my June 2025 trip to Lisbon and Porto, each with a "good to know" box
• My sunset list of free viewpoints in Lisbon and Porto
• An allergy card in Portuguese, with pronunciation, to screenshot
• What to book ahead (Sintra, Livraria Lello, Jerónimos)
• How to set up an eSIM before you fly
• A Portuguese phrase cheat sheet with how to say each one
• The couvert, the late dinners, and the cash rules nobody explains
• A printable before-you-go checklist
Instant digital download (PDF, 10 pages, letter size). Print it or save it to your phone for the trip. For personal use only, please don't share or resell.
The niche, practical, "why didn't anyone mention that?" stuff I wish I'd known before Portugal, from my own trip. For real, these matter.
I just got back from Portugal. Gorgeous, vibrant, so worth it. But there are a few things I really wish someone had told me before I went. This guide skips the generic advice and covers the small stuff that made me feel more prepared, more connected and less stressed: from the sidewalks that will humble you to the dinner that doesn't start until 8.
What's inside:
• 10 tips from my June 2025 trip to Lisbon and Porto, each with a "good to know" box
• My sunset list of free viewpoints in Lisbon and Porto
• An allergy card in Portuguese, with pronunciation, to screenshot
• What to book ahead (Sintra, Livraria Lello, Jerónimos)
• How to set up an eSIM before you fly
• A Portuguese phrase cheat sheet with how to say each one
• The couvert, the late dinners, and the cash rules nobody explains
• A printable before-you-go checklist
Instant digital download (PDF, 10 pages, letter size). Print it or save it to your phone for the trip. For personal use only, please don't share or resell.