PORTUGAL
Welcome
Anthem: A Portuguesa (Portuguese)
"The Portuguese" (English)
Endless coastlines, magnificent seaside resorts and sandy beaches facing the ocean; all this makes Portugal a perfect destination for a holiday in the sun. But the country has other assets in the hinterland, a tourist facet that will surprise more than one.
Capital: Lisbon.
Population: 46,748 million inhabitants.
Gross Domestic Product - GDP (PPP): $465.117 billion.
Official language: Portuguese.
Recognised language: Mirandese.
Area: 92,212 km2.
Water (%): 1.2.
Currency: Euros (EUR).
Safety rating: Ranked 6 on the Global Peace Index with a score of 1.30.
Food
Portuguese cuisine is among the most underrated (and scrumptious) in the world. Portuguese cuisine owes a lot to the famous bacalhau or cod, which the Portuguese eat in all sauces as well as a multitude of seafood, meats and vegetables. Indeed, Portugal has a rich and cosmopolitan history and its cuisine has inherited centuries of exchanges around the world.
Pastel De Nata
It’s probably Portugal’s most famous food, and there’s a good reason for that. Pastéis de nata (or Portuguese custard tarts as they’re known outside of Portugal) are just delicious. They’re also considered one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Gastronomy.
Bacalhau
Bacalhau (dried, salted cod) is Portugal’s national dish, although saying national dish is a bit confusing as there really isn’t just one recipe for bacalhau: rumour has it that there are more than 365 different ways to cook bacalhau, and some people say that’s even an under-estimation. Some estimates suggest there are more than 1,000 different recipes.
You won’t have time to try all 1,000, but a few favourites to look out for are:
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Bacalhau com natas (bacalhau with cream and potatoes)
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Bacalhau à lagareiro (bacalhau with lots of olive oil)
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Bacalhau com broa (bacalhau with a type of cornbread)
Most cafés or snack bars will also have pastéis de bacalhau (or bolinhos de bacalhau, depending on what part of the country you’re in). You should be able to spot them in the glass counter where you’ll also find other salgados (savoury snacks).
Piri-Piri Chicken
Frango piri-piri or frango no churrasco com piri piri is piri-piri chicken, a dish that has its roots in the Portuguese colonies in Africa but is famously from Guia in the Algarve. You’ll find piri-piri chicken on menus all over Portugal and you can order it as a takeaway from the churrasqueiras dotted around the country, but the best piri-piri really does come from the Algarve. Not necessarily from Guia, although there are some great restaurants there, but from the Algarve in general. If you’re visiting the Algarve as part of your trip to Portugal, wait until you get here to sample it.
Caldo Verde
Caldo Verde is a simple soup that contains shredded kale, onions, potatoes, garlic, and chouriço. It originates from the North of Portugal but it’s served all over the country. It’s also listed as one of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Gastronomy. Depending on the way it’s cooked, it can be vegetarian (before the obligatory chouriço slice is added) but it’s always a good idea to check.
Bolinhos De Bacalhau
Bolinhos de bacalhau (or pastéis de bacalhau) are little deep-fried patties of salt-dried cod and potatoes. This is another bacalhau dish, yes, but it’s one that’s definitely worth trying, especially as you can easily find these in cafés and snack bars in Portugal.
Arroz De Marisco
Arroz de Marisco is a rich seafood stew that’s made up of fish and rice. It’s a Portuguese favourite, and it’s also another of the Seven Wonders of Portuguese Gastronomy. Some people say it’s like a Spanish paella, but it’s very different due to the amount of sauce. As well as arroz de marisco (seafood rice), you’ll also find similar dishes like arroz de tamboril, arroz de bacalhau, and arroz de polvo.
Sardines
Grilled sardines are one of the most quintessential Portuguese things that you can eat and every summer, particularly during the month of June, the air is filled with the smell of barbequed sardines.
Cataplana
A cataplana is also a stew, but, in particular, a stew that’s cooked in a clam-shaped cataplana dish. The dish originates from the Algarve, and it’s quite hard to find it in other parts of the country. There are many different types of cataplana, both meat and fish, and some of the most popular types are cataplana de bacalhau, cataplana de peixe, and cataplana à alentejana.
Transportation
Here is a quick summary of the different transport companies that circulate in Porto:
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Metro do Porto, the company that manages the 6 metro lines circulating in Porto and its surroundings
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STCP, the company that manages Porto's buses and trams
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Telef, the company that operates the Vila Nova de Gaia cable car
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CP, the company that manages the trains in Portugal and that manages the urban, regional and national train lines circulating through Porto.
TYPES OF TICKET IN PORTO – Opt for magnetic passes
First thing to do to get around by public transport in Porto: choose your transport ticket to travel serenely and easily. The best choices you can make is to choose between one of these 2 passes:
The Porto Card
This card, which you can book online in advance and allows you to access any means of transport in Porto and its suburbs for free. Whether it's the metro, STCP company buses and suburban trains on the Espinho and Valongo lines , access is at no additional cost with this magnetic pass. Another advantage of this card, you also get free entry to 11 museums and monuments in the city.The Porto Card also gives the right to many discounts on guided tours (especially for the Port cellars) and excursions. Discounts are also offered at some restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and for some attractions and shows. This map is offered by the Porto Tourist Office.
Prices?
for 1 day: €6 without access to transport and €13 with access to transport
for 2 days: €10 without access to transport and €20 with access to transport
for 3 days: €13 without access to transport and €25 with access to transport
for 4 days: €15 without access to transport and €33 with access to transport
Where to get it?
At Porto airport, in the "Nova Câmbios" arrivals area : open from 7 a.m. to midnight every day
The offices of the Tourist Office in Porto :
Office of the Tourist Office in the city center : Calçada de D. Pedro Pitões 15, Porto – open from November to April from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from May to October from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Office of the Tourist Office near Porto Cathedral : rua Club Fenianos 25, Porto – open from November to April from 9am to 7pm and from May to October from 9am to 8pm http://bit.ly/bureaux_office_tourisme_porto
The Andante Pass
This transport ticket is an individual, rechargeable magnetic pass. If you are not going to visit museums or monuments and just want to get around town, choose this pass. The pass can be purchased for €0.60 and then can be recharged for the number and type of journeys desired: between 1 and 30. This pass only works in the metro and buses. and trams. For the funicular, tickets must be purchased separately.
Prices?
Magnetic pass: €0.60
From €1.20 per trip to €4 per trip depending on the zone (zone 2 to zone 9)
Every 10 identical trips purchased, you get a free trip
24-hour Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €7
3-day Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €15
Where to buy it?
at vending machines in metro stations in Andante shops located in particular in metro stations with agents at your disposal.
Tip: always keep the proof of reloading of your card in case of demagnetization to have it replaced
The Official website : https://www.stcp.pt/en/travel/
THE PORTO METRO
The Porto Metro is different from most European metros, it is a hybrid underground and surface network. The metro serves many towns in the immediate and more distant suburbs of Porto such as Maia, Matosinhos, Póvoa de Varzim, Vila do Conde, Vila Nova de Gaia and Gondomar. The Porto Metro is a fast and safe way to get around the city center and you will travel in clean, neat and air-conditioned stations and trains. For even more complete information, you can consult my complete guide on the Porto metro . The network consists of 6 lines, spread over 82 stations (including 14 underground):
Line A : Estádio do Dragão > Senhor de Matosinhos over 15.6km
Line B : Estádio do Dragão > Póvoa de Varzim over 33.6km
Line C : Campanhã > ISMAI over 19.6 km
Line D : Hospital São João > Vila D'Este for 12.7 km
Line E : Estádio do Dragão > Aeroporto for 16.7 km
Line F : Fânzeres > Senhora da Hora over 17.4 km
Line G : Casa da Música > São Bento for 2.7 km
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? Yes
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? Yes
Hours : 6 a.m. to 1 a.m.
Prices?
Andante magnetic pass : €0.60 (which will allow you to load your transport tickets and which works in all means of transport in Porto and its suburbs)
Single ticket (Zone 2) : €1.20
24-hour metro and bus pass in the center (zone 2) : €4.15
24-hour Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €7
3-day Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €15
Full Porto Metro fares are available here: http://en.metrodoporto.pt/pages/397
Where to buy tickets?
at vending machines in metro stations or in Andante shops located in particular in metro stations with agents at your disposal.
PORTO BUSES
The buses of Porto and its suburbs are managed like the trams by the company STCP (in their great majority). The network has 80 lines and nearly 600 buses. Since 2008, the vehicles have been sporting blue and white with an orange line. In Porto, the bus is a very complementary means of transport to the metro to access districts only served by this means of transport.
The + : convenient for accessing areas not served by the metro
pleasant to discover the city without being underground
The – : slower than the metro
Not to be missed : take the bus lines along the Douro to admire the landscape
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? Yes
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? Yes
Hours : 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., some lines run until 1 a.m.
Prices?
€2 per ticket purchased on board the bus
24-hour metro and bus pass in the center (zone 2) : €4.15
24-hour Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €7
3-day Andante Tour pass (metro and bus, unlimited zones) : €15
Where to buy tickets ?
on board the buses
in Andante shops located in particular in metro stations with agents at your disposal
Website : https://en.metrodoporto.pt/pages/378
TOUR BUSES
In Porto, the double-decker tourist buses are shared between 2 companies: Yellow Bus and City Sightseeing. The advantage of tickets with these buses is that you can take them freely by getting on or off the bus as you wish.
Yellow Bus Tourist Bus - Porto
Yellow Bus tourist bus traveling in Porto
– The Yellow Bus : this company offers a very complete and original circuit which includes access to the tourist bus coupled with a cruise on the Douro to discover the 6 bridges of Porto and a visit to the cellars of the Porto Calém brand.
Departure point : Avenida dos Aliados, Porto
Schedules?
Historical visit of Porto in 1h30
from October to June from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., departure every 30 minutes
July to September: 9:20 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., departure every 20 minutes
Tour of the castles of Porto in 2 hours
from October to June from 9:20 a.m. to 5:20 p.m., departure every 40 minutes
July to September: 9 a.m. to 5.30 p.m., departure every 30 minutes
Cruise the 6 bridges of Porto in 50 minutes (included in the combined bus + cruise + visit to the Porto cellars)
departure from Praça do Cubo in the Ribeira district
April to September: 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., departure every 30 minutes
October to March: 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., departure every hour
Visit to the Porto Calém cellars in 50 minutes (included in the combined bus + cruise + visit to the Porto cellars)
departure from Cais de Gaia, in Vila Nova de Gaia
every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Prices :
2-day ticket : €15.30
2-day ticket + cruise on the Douro + visit to the Porto Calém cellars : €25.20
– City Sightseeing: by choosing this company, you will be able to visit one of these 3 Port wine cellars for free: Quinta da Boeira, Quevedo or Porto Cruz. A departure is scheduled every 30 minutes between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. every day, the journey takes between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes if you do not get off the bus en route to take it back.
Hours : daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., departure every 30 minutes
Prices :
1-day ticket : €15
2-day ticket : €17
BOATS
In Porto and its region, the boat is a rather touristy means of transport. The boats are therefore not managed by a public operator. However, many boat trips as well as real Douro cruises are offered and you can book them in advance directly from my blog (with the links below). Services are offered in all price ranges to satisfy all wallets. I have also made below a selection of the best boat trips you can take on the Douro (the river that crosses Porto):
The price : 15€ per person
Duration : 50 minutes
Cruise on the Douro on a 10 meter boat : from the Marina to the mouth of the Douro River with a complimentary glass of Porto
Price : from €46.5 per person
Duration : 2 hours
THE PORTO TRAMWAY
Tram line 1 - Porto - Route along the Douro
Line 1 Tourist Tram in Porto
The Porto tram has only 3 lines and is more of a tourist attraction than a real means of transport . The first tram line dates back to 1872. Today, only half a dozen trams circulate in the streets of Porto. It is nevertheless an excellent way to discover the oldest parts of the city of Porto with charm. Small warning, some pickpockets are rampant in the Porto tramway taking advantage of the tourist crowds, be careful.
The 3 lines that make up Porto's tram network are:
Line 1 or Linha da Marginal : from Infante (near the São Francisco church) to Passeio Alegre, passing by the tram museum (museu do Carro eléctrico). This line runs along the Douro through the historic center to reach the Passeio Alegre Garden. Passage every 20 minutes.
Line 18 or Linha da Restauração : from Massarelos (the highest station of the Porto funicular) to Carmo (behind the Torre dos Clerigos), passing through Praça da Batalha. Passage every 30 minutes.
Line 22 or Linha da Baixa : between 9:15 a.m. and 7:15 p.m., from Carmo to Guindais Batalha. This line runs through the most emblematic streets of the center of Porto with a circular route between Carmo and Batalha/Guindais, passing through the tram museum (museu do Carro eléctrico) and rua da Restauração. Passage every 30 minutes.
The + :
transport that is a real tourist attraction
access by tram to areas not served by the metro
The – :
few tram lines in Porto
watch out for pickpockets
Not to be missed : line 1 of the tramway which runs along the banks of the Douro River, a magnificent panorama
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? No
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? Yes
The price on board :
Single ticket for one journey (purchased on board the trams): €3 or €4 with entry to the tram museums
2-day ticket for an adult: €10
2-day ticket for children aged 4 to 12: €5
Where to buy tickets ?
all tickets are available on board the trams
2-day tickets are sold in the following places : at the Museu do Carro Eléctrico, in some hotels, in some travel agencies and in some kiosks
Website : https://www.stcp.pt/en/tourism/porto-tram-city-tour/
THE GUINDAIS FUNICULAR
The Guindais funicular was inaugurated in 2004, it occupies the same route of an old funicular which was created in 1891 but ceased to operate in 1893 after a serious accident. It is more of a tourist attraction than a real means of transport but it offers a superb view of the Douro and the D. Luis I Bridge. It allows to join the Ribeira district (along the Douro) to the district de Batalha on the heights of the city, while skirting the medieval wall of Porto. The funicular runs every 8 minutes to overcome 230 meters of elevation in 2 minutes.
The + :
get to the highest point in Porto very quickly
the exceptional view
walk along the medieval walls of the city
The – :
such a short trip, 2 minutes…
2.5€ per trip or 5€ round trip
Not to be missed : The unique panorama of the D. Luis I bridge and the Porto cellars, just opposite in Vila Nova de Gaia
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? No
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? Yes
Schedules :
from May to October : every day from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., until midnight on Friday and Saturday
November to April : every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday
Easter weekend (Thursday, Friday and Saturday): 8 a.m. to midnight
June 23 to 24 (São João Day – city festivals): continuous service
December 24: closing at 7 p.m.
December 25: closed
December 31 to January 1: continuous service
The price on board :
2.5€ per trip
€1.25 per trip for children aged 4 to 12
Where to buy tickets ?
at the entrance to the funicular access
Website : https://www.metrodoporto.pt/frontoffice/pages/295
VILA NOVA DE GAIA CABLE CAR
Vila Nova de Gaia cable car - near Porto
Vila Nova de Gaia cable car that flies over the Porto cellars
Here we are in Vila Nova de Gaia, in the city facing Porto, after the D. Luis I bridge . the metro station of the same name, a few steps from the D. Luis I bridge). The lower station of the cable car is located at the level of the river, near the market of the quays of Gaia. The upper station is 57 meters high, near the Jardim do Morro on Avenida da República. The journey time lasts 5 minutes and 8 passengers can fit in each of the 14 cabins.
The + :
an original way to move
a magnificent aerial view
The – : €9 round trip
Not to be missed : you will be facing Porto and the cellars of many Port Houses will be at your feet
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? No
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? No
Schedules :
October 25 to March 23: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
March 24 to April 25: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
April 26 to September 24: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
September 25 to October 24: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
closed on December 25
Prices : €9 round trip or €6 one way for adults, €4.5 round trip or €3 one way for children aged 5 to 12
Where to buy tickets ? in the 2 access stations
Website : http://www.gaiacablecar.com/Teleferico_FR.html
THE TRAIN
The national train company in Portugal is called the CP (Comboios de Portugal). From Porto, it is possible to connect all the major cities of Portugal, from North to South. In particular, it is possible to connect many cities in the interior of the country, as well as connecting Lisbon in 2h30 by express train. If you are staying in Porto, the most interesting thing may be to take the opportunity to visit the beautiful big cities of northern Portugal, located less than 2 hours away. Braga, Guimarães and Aveiro are very easily accessible.
The various urban connections accessible from Porto :
Porto-São Bento ↔ Caide
Porto-São Bento ↔ Guimarães
Porto-São Bento ↔ Braga
Porto-São Bento ↔ Aveiro
The various regional and national connections accessible from Porto :
Northern line : Braga ↔ Porto ↔ Coimbra ↔ Lisbon ↔ Faro by express train (Alfa Pendular) or standard train (Inter-cidades)
Minho line : Braga ↔ Porto by express train (Alfa Pendular) or standard train (Inter-cidades)
Guimarães line : Guimarães ↔ Porto by city train
Douro line : Porto ↔ Pocinho by regional train
The + : reach many cities in Portugal without a car from Porto
The – : sometimes a bit long journeys for trains that are not express
Don't miss : the arrival in Porto when you arrive from Lisbon and you can see the whole city at a glance
Accessible for free with the Porto Card ? No
Accessible with the Andante Pass ? No
Where to buy train tickets ?
at major stations
online on the website of the national company: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en/buy-tickets.
Website : https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
THE TAXI
Like all major cities in Portugal, many taxis circulate in Porto and it is quite easy to call one to get around. If you have to go downtown and you are a group of 3 or 4 people, it may even be cheaper to take a taxi than to take a metro or bus ticket for each. Without forgetting that some journeys can even be faster by taxi as soon as you move away from the hyper center of Porto. In general, the journeys you can make in town will never exceed 10€. A little more expensive if you cross one of the bridges to go to Vila Nova de Gaia. Night rates are increased by 20%.
However, be very wary of taxi drivers who are more and more likely to scam tourists. The taxi meter must be on when you pick it up and there is no flat rate to go to this or that place. In addition, all taxis in Portugal have a luminous plate indicated TAXI on the roof of the vehicle. And the cars are either black and green or beige.
Be especially careful with taxis serving the airport. To reach downtown Porto from the airport, the fare should not exceed more than €25 during the day. Unfortunately, scams are so common that I prefer to advise you to book a private taxi for your journeys from or to Porto airport.
THE CAR
If your stay in Porto focuses solely on visiting the historic center and the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia, there is no need to rent a car. You will be able to easily cover all the areas you want to go on foot and with the other means of transport mentioned above. Indeed, the center of Porto is a vast semi-pedestrian zone and many streets are very narrow, not to mention parking which is generally very difficult.
On the other hand, if you want to discover other cities in northern Portugal such as Braga or Guimarães, it may be worth renting a car. For shopping, a trip by car can also be more practical to access certain shopping centers in Porto or even certain outlet stores in northern Portugal.
The + : very convenient to get out of Porto and easily access other cities and beaches in the region
The – : not easy to park and get around in the city center
Not to be missed : discover the surroundings of Porto with magnificent landscapes and spots off the beaten track
How to rent a car in Porto ?
Different sites offer to rent a car in Porto. The ideal is to pick it up at the airport as soon as you arrive, but know that you can also pick up the vehicle in agencies located in stations or in town.
How much does it cost to park a car in Porto ?
In the streets, parking is payable from Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Depending on the district, the hourly rate is €0.5 to €1.
In the underground car parks, parking costs around €20 per day. Some hotels, when they do not have their own car park, offer reduced rates on these car parks of around 50%.In hotels, some establishments offer free parking for your vehicle. Others offer a flat rate per day.
THE PLANE
Of the ten airports in "mainland" Portugal (excluding the Azores and Madeira) only those of Porto (in the north), Lisbon (in the center) and Faro (in the south) really have regular traffic. For the others, apart from Vila Real and Bragança which have a flight to the capital, there is no commercial activity or more than occasional with an episodic departure/arrival of charter. Lisbon‑Portela thus welcomes more than 18 million passengers a year and serves as the main base for the national company. Porto and its 7 million passengers combine scheduled, low cost and charter flights. As for Faro, which is the air gateway for millions of holidaymakers traveling to the south coast, it is mostly seasonal traffic and/or lower cost charter that drives the airport.
Best things to do
Go hiking
The first leisure activity that we suggest when you are on vacation in Portugal is hiking . Whether by the sea, between the sea and the mountains or on the southern coast of the Algarve , there is enough to do. For example, there is:
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The Porto hike;
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The Alentejo trek;
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The Madeira trek.
Note that these regions offer magnificent itineraries in this regard. However, to facilitate traffic, many paths have been marked out. Thanks to the hike, you will discover several faces of Portugal. If necessary, do not hesitate to use a tourism professional to discover the many Tours and trips to Portugal.
Sea fishing
Another interesting activity to do on vacation in Portugal is sea fishing . Indeed, in Portugal, the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, which occupy the edge of the Algarve, are quite full of fish. You will therefore find several varieties of fish such as: sardines, tuna, etc. However, you can take short trips to fish at the most famous ports such as Vilamoura, Tavira in the Algarve . It is also an opportunity to learn new fishing techniques
Take a moliceiro ride in Aveiro
For those who are not interested in sea fishing, you can choose to take a moliceiro ride. In reality, the moliceiros are boats that were previously used for harvesting seaweed in Aveiro. These boats are about 15 meters in length and are multicolored. Today, the moliceiros have become a tourist tool for doing tours, sea rides. During the moliceiro ride, you will have the opportunity to contemplate a beautiful view of several buildings that you can enjoy. Visiting it when you are passing through Portugal is really recommended.
Visit caves
In Portugal, there are not only beaches, beautiful houses to visit. Some areas do indeed have caves that you can explore. Because we do not find them in all circles. They often contain valuable items that you can discover. In addition, you will learn more about their formation, their composition as well as the particularity of each type of cave. In the Algarve, there is for example the Cave of Benagil , one of the most magnificent marine caves.
Practice surfing
Considered the activity most carried out by the Portuguese, surfing is one of the activities that might interest you on vacation in Portugal. The best thing is that you don't need to be a professional to practice it, because there is something for all levels. It is super interesting and fun.
Experience a football match
Football is THE national sport in Portugal. Many Portuguese people support their favorite team, whether at stadiums or in restaurants and bars. Moreover, you will notice that the latter are almost all equipped with televisions, precisely intended to broadcast football matches.
Other top activities:
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The multicolored umbrellas of Agueda
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Dive into the Gerês waterfalls
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Take a tour of the pretty medieval village of Óbido
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Discover the Douro Valley (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
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Eat grilled sardines during the Santo Antonio celebrations in Lisbon
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Participate in the longest night of the year, for São João in Porto
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Climb the steps of Lamego Shrine
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Take a sailboat ride on the Rio Tejo in Lisbon
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Have a glass of Porto
Best time to visit
The best time to travel to Portugal is from June to September. Over the year, the average temperature varies moderately. It is around 17°C. The lowest temperatures are in January, with minimums around 8°C. With an average maximum temperature of 30°C, temperatures are highest in August. There are usually 61 days of precipitation each year in Portugal. July is the least rainy month with 4 mm and 0 days of precipitation and October the most rainy with up to 84 mm and 8 days of precipitation.
Quick tips
In addition to the passport, identity papers, bank card, driving license and contact details of your insurer which must always be part of your luggage, you must think about choosing the right clothes according to the region and the seasons.
To spend a winter in northern Portugal, consider bringing warm fleece-type clothing and waterproof clothing. In summer, in the sunny and bright south, it's lightweight clothing and accessories like sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats that should be on the packing list.
Those planning to hike in the heart of the beautiful national parks in the north of the country should bring hiking shoes. The same is true for beach and sea bathing enthusiasts who must bring swimsuits.
