Planning a visit? Whether it is sunny beaches or bustling cities, here is what you need to know from currency and climate to history, lodging, tours and more.

The main cities of Lisbon, Faro all have international airports and are served by many international carriers, with connections to destinations to South America and North America. Portugal has a privileged location facing the Atlantic Ocean, fantastic beaches and sunny weather making it an ideal destination. Charming towns and ports along with tasteful new resorts and the natural beauty of the landscape add to the atmosphere. The people of Portugal are known over the world for their warmth, hospitality and welcoming smiles. Why not spend some time with the locals on a ranch in the Ribatejo region of Portugal, famed for its horses, or enjoy a day in the almond groves of the Algarve? Portugal has infinite possibilities to experience small towns and diverse landscapes that remain very much like they were a hundred years ago. For a traditional taste of Portugal, drive to the Minho plains to see the ox-drawn carts, or spend a night in a Pousada in Alvito.