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Portugal is a civilised and developed country and a fairly easy one in which to holiday and travel. Visitors arriving on package holidays will find things easiest and are unlikely to experience any major hiccups. Independent travellers straying off the beaten track should be able to negotiate it without too many difficulties although learning a little Portuguese will certainly be useful should problems be encountered.

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When to go: the summer months can get uncomfortably hot, especially for those visitors who are not acclimatised to high temperatures so it might be sensible to consider booking your holiday at the beginning or end of the season if you prefer the weather on the cooler side of scorching.

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Language: Portuguese is the official language of Portugal with some 10 million speakers in the country. There are five regional dialects which are recognised as Northern, or Galician; Central, or Beira; Southern; Insular and Brazilian. English is spoken but perhaps not as commonly as in some other European countries so it might be wise to learn a few essential phrases and to carry a phrase book, especially for the purpose of directing taxi drivers.

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Business needs: it is feasible for international visitors to do business in Portugal although depending on who you choose to do business with, it may be necessary to use the services of an interpreter. Despite high temperatures during the summer months, Portuguese business etiquette demands formal dress on all occasions unless concerned parties state otherwise.

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