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✈️ John & Jane's
Portugal 2026

Your complete trip guide
Aug 27 – Sept 16 Β· 20 Nights
Open for a special welcome! πŸ’™
✈️ OPEN THIS APP BEFORE YOU BOARD THE PLANE! Once opened with WiFi, everything works offline β€” maps, restaurants, days, all of it! No internet needed once loaded βœ…
✈️ Getting There

πŸ›« Depart: Newark EWR β€” August 20 at 9:00 PM

πŸ›¬ Arrive: Lisbon LIS β€” August 21 at 11:00 AM

✈️ Flight: TAP Air Portugal TP 208

πŸ’Ί Seats: John 14A Β· Jane 14C

πŸ”‘ Confirmation: TAP AB1234 Β· Booking REF-987654

πŸš• Airport β†’ Airbnb: Uber or Bolt (~20 min, €12–€20). Do NOT take Metro with luggage!

✈️ Getting Home

πŸ›« Depart: Lisbon LIS β€” September 10 at 12:15 PM

πŸ›¬ Arrive: Newark EWR β€” September 10 at 3:30 PM

✈️ Flight: TAP Air Portugal TP 205

πŸ’Ί Seats: John 12E Β· Jane 12D

πŸ—ΊοΈ Your 4 Phases
πŸ“ Phase 1Aug 27 – Sept 1
Lisbon Β· Sintra Β· Cascais Β· Wedding πŸ’
πŸš— Phase 2Sept 1 – 6
Γ“bidos Β· Peniche Β· NazarΓ© Β· Porto Β· Braga Β· Ponte de Lima / GerΓͺs
β›ͺ Phase 3Sept 6 – 10
Santiago de Compostela Β· Galicia Β· RΓ­as Baixas Β· Porto Β· Coimbra
🌊 Phase 4Sept 10 – 15
Batalha Β· AlcobaΓ§a Β· Albufeira / Algarve
✈️ Fly homeSeptember 16
πŸš— Getting Around

πŸ“± Download Uber AND Bolt β€” Bolt is often 20–30% cheaper

🎫 Get a Navegante card (Zapping credit) for trains & ferries

πŸš— Car rental Sept 1 β€” SIXT pickup at Lisbon Airport, 10:00 AM. Return Sept 15, 6:00 PM, Lisbon Airport. Confirmation #1234567890

⚠️ MUST have Via Verde transponder in car for toll payments!
πŸ—ΊοΈ Your Route Map

πŸ“ Every stop on your trip β€” tap to open in Google Maps!

πŸ’‘ Tap to open in Google Maps β€” zoom in and explore every stop!

πŸ“ Lisbon

Aug 27 – Sept 1 Β· 5 Nights

🏠 Where We're Staying
β–Έ
🏠 Lisbon Airbnb
Central Lisbon
πŸ“… Check-in: Thu Aug 21 at 3:00 PM Β· Checkout: Tue Sept 1 at 11:00 AM
πŸ‘€ Hosted by [Host Name] Β· πŸ“ž [Host Phone]
πŸ”‘ Confirmation: [CONF-XXXX]
Amenities

βœ… Free WiFi Β· βœ… Air conditioning Β· βœ… Full kitchen

βœ… Microwave Β· βœ… Fridge Β· βœ… Coffee maker Β· βœ… Toaster

βœ… Modern shower Β· βœ… Hairdryer Β· βœ… Flat screen TV

πŸ›’ Grocery Stores
πŸ›’ My Auchan β€” 1 min walk! Portugal's neighborhood corner store β€” like a nice 7-Eleven! Fresh food, snacks, wine, cheese, deli meats, daily essentials. Perfect for stocking your kitchen. Open daily 8:30 AM–9:00 PM. Three locations within 2 minutes of your door!
πŸ›’ Pingo Doce β€” 10 min walk Portugal's biggest supermarket chain β€” like a ShopRite! Fresh produce, meat, seafood, bakery, wine, everything you need. Great prices β€” meals for two under €10! Many locations have a hot food counter with ready-to-eat meals too.
β˜• Manifest Lisbon cafΓ© is literally 1 minute walk β€” your morning coffee spot for the week!
πŸ“… Day by Day Itinerary
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πŸ›¬ Day 1 β€” Arrival & Sunset
Thu Aug 27 β–Ύ
11:00 AM
πŸ›¬ Arrive LIS Β· Uber/Bolt to your accommodation (~20 min, €12–€20)
1:00 PM
🍽️ O Cartaxinho (authentic tasca) OR Manifest Lisbon (1 min from Airbnb)
3:00 PM
🌿 Jardim do Torel
Hidden hillside garden, panoramic views, no crowds
6:30 PM
πŸŒ… Uber to Cais do SodrΓ© β†’ ferry to Cacilhas (€1.45) β†’ walk along Cais do Ginjal
Dinner
πŸŒ‰ Ponto Final or Atira-te ao Rio β€” iconic bridge sunset views
🏰 Day 2 β€” Sintra Day Trip
Fri Aug 28 β–Ύ
⚠️ Pre-book Pena Palace 9:30 AM slot BEFORE your trip β€” sells out weeks ahead!
8:00 AM
πŸš‚ Uber to Rossio Train Station β†’ train to Sintra (~40 min, €2.35)
9:30 AM
🏰 Pena Palace β€” "Park Only" ticket (€12). Terraces & exterior only!
10:30 AM
⛰️ Cruz Alta β€” 20-min hike from Palace. Best panoramic views in all of Sintra!
11:30 AM
🏯 Moorish Castle β€” Walk the ancient ramparts
1:00 PM
🍴 Tascantiga β€” Authentic petiscos away from tourist crowds
2:30 PM
πŸ₯ Casa Piriquita β€” Famous Travesseiro pastries since 1862!
πŸŽ‰ Day 3 β€” Cascais & Welcome Party
Sat Aug 29 β–Ύ
9:30 AM
πŸš‚ Cascais train from Cais do SodrΓ© β€” sit on LEFT side for ocean views!
10:30 AM
πŸ›’ Mercado da Vila OR organic farmers market at Parque Marechal Carmona (Saturdays only!)
12:00 PM
🚲 Rent Bicas bikes β€” 9km coastal path to Praia do Guincho. Stop at Boca do Inferno (FREE!)
Lunch
🦞 Marisco na PraΓ§a β€” Fresh seafood inside the market
7:00 PM
πŸŽ‰ Welcome Party!
Maat CafΓ© & Kitchen, Museu MAAT
Lisbon

πŸ₯‚ Cocktails & CanapΓ©s β€” 7:00–9:00 PM

πŸ‘— Dress Code: Summer Cocktail Attire
Ladies: Sundress + dressy sandals or heels
Gentlemen: Button-down or polo + chinos or dress pants
πŸ’ Day 4 β€” THE WEDDING!
Sun Aug 30 β–Ύ
Morning
β˜€οΈ Slow morning β€” relax, get ready, enjoy Lisbon
Last chance for a pastel de nata and coffee near your apartment β˜•
Early Afternoon
πŸ‘— Get dressed β€” it's wedding day!

Dress Code: Formal Attire
Ladies: Midi or floor-length dress + wedges or block heels
(short scenic walk to ceremony β€” comfortable heels recommended)
Gentlemen: Suits required
Shuttle
🚌 Shuttle departs from Tivoli Hotel, Lisbon
Return shuttle also provided back to Tivoli after the reception
Confirm exact shuttle times with wedding party
5:00 PM
πŸ’ Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Casa dos Penedos
21 Rua Marechal Saldanha, Sintra 2710-631
⚠️ No WiFi at the venue β€” make sure your eSIM is active before you leave Lisbon! Charge both phones fully. Recommend Airalo app β€” 7-day 5GB Portugal plan (~$12)
🏊 Day 5 β€” Pool Brunch & BelΓ©m
Mon Aug 31 β–Ύ
Morning
🏊 Pool brunch with wedding guests at Hotel Tivoli
Afternoon
🏯 BelΓ©m Tower β€” Iconic 16th century fortress. Adults €15 (~$17), under 12 free.
⚠️ CLOSED Mondays β€” Pre-book required, timed entry only. Slots sell out!
Mid-Afternoon
β›ͺ JerΓ³nimos Monastery β€” Stunning Manueline stone, UNESCO. Church FREE, cloisters €10 (~$11).
⚠️ CLOSED Mondays β€” Pre-book 1–2 weeks ahead. Queues hit 90 min without a ticket!
3:00 PM
🦞 Cervejaria Ramiro β€” Arrive 3 PM to beat 2-hour wait!
Evening
🌊 Ribeira das Naus promenade β€” beautiful evening walk
πŸš— Day 6 β€” Road Trip Begins!
Tue Sept 1 β–Ύ
10:00 AM
πŸš— Pick up SIXT car at Lisbon Airport β€” Confirmation #1234567890
11:00 AM
🏰 Γ“bidos β€” medieval town walls. Walk the ramparts!
1:30 PM
🌊 Peniche / Cabo Carvoeiro β€” Dramatic Atlantic rock formations
4:00 PM
🏘️ Check in β€” NazarΓ© β€” Stay in SΓ­tio, upper village
🍽️ Where to Eat
β–Έ
πŸ’™ Tap the heart to show what you want!
🀍 Not yet
πŸ’™ Partner 1 loves it
🩷 Partner 2 loves it
πŸ’š We both want this!
Restaurants
🍽️ O Cartaxinho
Authentic local Portuguese tasca β€” simple, traditional, delicious. Great for first lunch after arrival!
β˜• Manifest Lisbon
1 minute from your Airbnb! Specialty coffee and all-day brunch. Your neighborhood morning spot all week.
πŸŒ… Ponto Final
Iconic riverside restaurant β€” 25th of April Bridge sunset views. Traditional Portuguese seafood. Best at sunset, arrive early!
🦞 Cervejaria Ramiro
Lisbon's most famous seafood restaurant! Scarlet shrimp, crab, barnacles, legendary Prego sandwich. Arrive 3 PM to avoid 2-hour wait!
🍴 Dishes to Try
πŸ₯§ Pastel de Nata
Portugal's iconic custard tart β€” warm, flaky, perfect. Try the originals at PastΓ©is de BelΓ©m since 1837!
🦞 Scarlet Shrimp (Camarão)
At Cervejaria Ramiro β€” the best seafood in Lisbon. Also try barnacles and the legendary Prego steak sandwich!
🐟 Bacalhau (Salt Cod)
Portugal's national dish β€” 365 ways to cook it. Try bacalhau Γ  BrΓ‘s or bacalhau com natas anywhere!
⚠️ Couvert warning: Bread and olives on the table are NOT free β€” say "NΓ£o, obrigada" before you touch anything!
πŸ›οΈ What to See & Do
β–Έ
Must See
🏯 Belém Tower
Iconic 16th century fortress β€” symbol of Lisbon. Reopened May 2026 after restoration. Adults €15 (~$17), under 12 free.
⚠️ CLOSED Mondays β€” also Jan 1, May 1, Jun 13, Dec 25
⚠️ Pre-book required β€” timed entry only, ~900 visitors/day. Slots sell out on busy weekends!
β›ͺ JerΓ³nimos Monastery
Stunning Manueline carved stonework. Vasco da Gama buried here! UNESCO. Church entry is FREE β€” cloisters €10 (~$11).
⚠️ CLOSED Mondays β€” also Jan 1, May 1, Jun 13, Dec 25
⚠️ Pre-book strongly recommended β€” queues hit 60–90 min without a ticket. Book 1–2 weeks ahead for September!
🏰 Pena Palace, Sintra
Colorful fairy-tale palace on a hilltop β€” one of Portugal's most iconic sights! Pre-book 9:30 AM slot!
🌊 Boca do Inferno, Cascais
"Mouth of Hell" β€” dramatic sea cave carved by the Atlantic. FREE and spectacular!
🌿 Jardim do Torel
Hidden hillside garden β€” panoramic views, no crowds. Locals' secret! 10-min walk from Airbnb.
πŸ“š Livraria Bertrand
World's oldest operating bookshop β€” beautiful, historic, free to browse!
πŸ“Έ Best Photo Spots
πŸ“Έ Cais do Ginjal at Sunset
Bridge views from across the river β€” one of the most iconic shots in Lisbon!
πŸ“Έ Miradouro da GraΓ§a
Lisbon's best kept secret viewpoint β€” less crowded, stunning panoramic views!
πŸ“Έ BelΓ©m Tower from the river
Walk along the Tagus riverfront for the classic BelΓ©m shot!
πŸ—ΊοΈ Explore by Neighborhood
β–Έ
πŸ’ Recommended by local friends
🏘️ Alfama

Lisbon's oldest neighborhood β€” a maze of narrow winding streets filled with traditional Fado music, tiled facades, and historic landmarks. Perfect for old-world charm and panoramic viewpoints.

Must See:

🏰 Arco do CasteloπŸ“ Maps
🏰 Castelo de SΓ£o JorgeπŸ“ Maps
β›ͺ Lisbon Cathedral (SΓ©)πŸ“ Maps
πŸŒ„ Miradouro de Santa LuziaπŸ“ Maps

Must Eat:

πŸ₯§ Manteigaria
Famous for the best pastΓ©is de nata in Lisbon β€” fresh batch every 30 minutes! Watch them made right in front of you.
β˜• Copenhagen Coffee Lab
Specialty coffee roasters β€” beautifully sourced beans, great space to slow down.
πŸ”΄ Quiosque das Portas do Sol
Terrace cafΓ© at the Portas do Sol viewpoint β€” incredible Alfama rooftop views, serves cocktails. Your call.
πŸ₯ Fora Artisan Pastry
Gorgeous artisan pastry cafΓ© in Alfama β€” local favorite.
πŸ”΄ Portas Pina Colada
Local recommendation β€” cocktail bar at the Miradouro das Portas do Sol with stunning Alfama views. Bar-focused, your call.
πŸ”΄ Prado Wine Bar
Local recommendation β€” wine bar in Alfama with a food-forward menu and Portuguese small plates. Wine-bar setting, your call.
🎨 Bairro Alto

Known for its vibrant energy, colorful buildings, and boutique shops. Great for a lively, artistic daytime experience.

🍽️ Tapa Bucho
Local favorite for authentic Portuguese petiscos β€” famous for clams BulhΓ£o Pato and pica-pau beef. No reservations, arrive early.
🐟 Stasha
Cozy neighborhood favorite known for salmon with mushroom risotto β€” casual and welcoming.
πŸ₯© Restaurante CabaΓ§as
Fun and interactive β€” steak cooked on a hot stone right at your table. No reservations, leave your name at the door and wait.
🎡 O Faia
Iconic Fado restaurant since 1947 β€” classic Portuguese cuisine with authentic live Fado music. ~€50 minimum covers dinner and the show. A quintessential Lisbon experience.
πŸ”΄ Lumi Rooftop at The Lumiares
Panoramic views of the Lisbon skyline and Tagus River β€” high-quality seasonal Portuguese cuisine by Chef JoΓ£o Silva. Rooftop bar setting, your call.
πŸ›οΈ Chiado

Sophisticated and elegant β€” theaters, bookstores, designer boutiques, and charming cafΓ©s. Ideal for shopping, culture, and people-watching.

Must See:

🌸 Pink Street (Rua Nova do Carvalho)πŸ“ Maps
🍽️ Mesón Andaluz
Cozy restaurant in Chiado β€” a neighborhood favorite.
🍽️ Taberna da Rua das Flores
Traditional Portuguese petiscos β€” cash only, no reservations. Menu on a blackboard, changes daily. Get there early!
πŸ›οΈ PalΓ‘cio Chiado
18th-century palace turned restaurant β€” stunning setting. Head upstairs to the restaurant (ground floor is a cocktail bar).
🌿 Fauna & Flora
Bright, plant-filled cafΓ© β€” bowls, toasts, pancakes, great coffee. Healthy and delicious all-day menu.
🍫 Landeau Chocolate
One thing on the menu β€” the most famous chocolate cake in Lisbon. The NY Times called it "devilishly good." That's it. Go.
πŸ”΄ By the Wine
Local recommendation β€” wine bar by Chef JosΓ© Avillez with a food menu. Wine-bar setting, your call.
🐟 PÑteo - Bairro do Avillez
Stunning open courtyard restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef JosΓ© Avillez β€” known for exceptional Portuguese seafood in a spectacular setting.
πŸ›οΈ Baixa

The heart of downtown Lisbon β€” grand plazas, neoclassical architecture, wide pedestrian boulevards. Central hub, great for first-time visitors.

Must See:

πŸ›οΈ Avenida da LiberdadeπŸ“ Maps
πŸ›οΈ PraΓ§a do ComΓ©rcioπŸ“ Maps
πŸ›οΈ Arco da Rua AugustaπŸ“ Maps
🍽️ Santa Joana
Well-regarded restaurant in the Baixa area β€” great Portuguese food.
🍽️ Rossio Gastrobar
Right on Rossio Square β€” great location and solid Portuguese menu.
🍽️ Pills Grill Eatery
Casual, popular grill spot in Baixa β€” good value.
πŸ”΄ LimΓ£o Rooftop Bar
Local recommendation β€” rooftop bar with sweeping Baixa and city views. Bar-focused, your call.
πŸŒ„ GraΓ§a

One of Lisbon's highest hills β€” stunning viewpoints, authentic residential feel, local markets, and traditional Portuguese eateries.

Must See:

πŸŒ„ Miradouro da Senhora do Monte (tuk-tuk up!)πŸ“ Maps
πŸŒ„ Miradouro da GraΓ§aπŸ“ Maps
🍽️ Via Graça
Classic Portuguese restaurant with panoramic views over Lisbon β€” a real treat.
πŸ• La Matta Pizzeria
Local favorite for pizza in GraΓ§a β€” relaxed, neighborhood spot.
β˜• Neighbourhood CafΓ© Lisbon
Cozy local cafΓ© in GraΓ§a β€” great coffee, relaxed vibe.
πŸ”΄ Vino Vero
Local recommendation β€” wine-focused spot in GraΓ§a with a food menu. Wine bar setting, your call.
πŸ”΄ Secret Garden LX
Local recommendation β€” hidden bar tucked behind Miradouro da Senhora do Monte with arguably the best panoramic view in Lisbon. Lush garden setting, local art, great atmosphere. Bar-focused, your call.
πŸš— Getting Around
β–Έ

πŸ“± Uber AND Bolt β€” Bolt is often 20–30% cheaper. Both work great in Lisbon!

🎫 Navegante card β€” get one at any metro station. Load credit (Zapping) for trams, buses, metro.

β›΅ Ferry to Cacilhas from Cais do SodrΓ© β€” €1.45 each way. Best sunset views in Lisbon!

πŸš‚ Train to Sintra from Rossio Station β€” €2.35 each way, ~40 min.

πŸš‚ Train to Cascais from Cais do SodrΓ© β€” scenic coastal ride, sit on LEFT side!

🚲 Bike Rentals in Lisbon β€” great for exploring the riverfront and BelΓ©m!

⚠️ Lisbon cobblestones are SLIPPERY β€” no flip flops! Wear good grip shoes.
β˜• Coffee Guide
β–Έ

πŸ‘† Tap any Portuguese phrase to hear it!

Uma bica
Espresso
Um pingado
Espresso + splash of milk
Um galΓ£o
Latte (tall glass)
Meia de leite
Half coffee, half milk
Descafeinado
Decaf
Um abatanado
Large black coffee
Meio cafΓ©, meio descafeinado
Half regular, half decaf
β˜• Local tip: Traditional cafΓ©s won't have hazelnut. Order a galΓ£o β€” smooth and milky! Starbucks in Lisbon has hazelnut. πŸ˜„
β˜• Traveler's tip: Ask for "Meio cafΓ©, meio descafeinado" β€” 1/3 caffeinated, 2/3 decaf. Perfect every time!
πŸ’‘ Tips for Lisbon
β–Έ
⚠️ Couvert β€” bread and olives on the table are NOT free. Say "NΓ£o, obrigada" before touching!
⚠️ Cobblestones β€” very slippery, especially when wet. No flip flops!
πŸ’‘ Lunch is the big meal β€” better value and bigger portions. "Menu do dia" = set lunch, great deal!
⏰ Dinner is late β€” Portuguese eat at 8-10 PM. Restaurants empty before 8!
πŸŒ… Best sunsets β€” Cais do Ginjal across the river. Ferry over at 6:30 PM!
πŸ’§ Water β€” "Água sem gΓ‘s" (still) or "Água com gΓ‘s" (sparkling). Never free in restaurants!
❀️ A Personal Note
β–Έ
Good morning from home! πŸ’™
Personal messages from your travel planner β€” customized for each couple!
🚨 Emergency Numbers
β–Έ

🚨 Emergency Portugal: 112

πŸ₯ Pharmacies: Look for the green cross!

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US Embassy Lisbon: +351 21 727 3300

A Special Surprise
Something waiting for you in Lisbon πŸ’™
Don't open until August 27 πŸ˜„

πŸš— North

Sept 1–6 Β· NazarΓ© Β· Porto Β· Braga Β· Ponte de Lima / GerΓͺs

🏠 Where We're Staying
β–Έ
πŸ“ NazarΓ© β€” Sept 1–2 Β· 1 Night
Guesthouse, NazarΓ© Town Center
πŸ“… Check-in: 3:00 PM Β· Check-out: 12:00 PM
πŸ”‘ Booking.com [REF-XXXX]
🍳 Breakfast included
πŸ“ Porto β€” Sept 2–5 Β· 3 Nights
Central Porto
πŸ“… Check-in: 2:00 PM Β· Check-out: 11:00 AM Β· Self check-in via lockbox
πŸ”‘ Airbnb [REF-XXXX] Β· Host: [Host Name]
πŸ“ž Reach out for check-in instructions
πŸ“ Ponte de Lima / GerΓͺs β€” Sept 5–6 Β· 1 Night
Guesthouse, Ponte de Lima
πŸ“… Check-in: 4:00 PM Β· Check-out: 11:00 AM
πŸ”‘ Booking.com [REF-XXXX]
πŸ“ž [Host Phone] Β· Guest room in house Β· Coffee maker
πŸ“… Γ“bidos & Peniche β€” Passing Through
β–Έ
πŸ“… Sept 1 β€” on the way to NazarΓ©
πŸ” What to see here β€” coming soon!
⚠️ Γ“bidos β€” do NOT buy or eat the ginjinha chocolate cups β€” the chocolate cup absorbs the alcohol. Skip entirely.
πŸ“… NazarΓ© β€” Sept 1–2
β–Έ
🌊 1 Night · Sweet Dreams · Breakfast included
🏘️ Nazaré
Sept 1–2 β–Ύ
Arrive
🏘️ Check in β€” Sweet Dreams, 28 Rua Sub-Vila
Afternoon
🚑 NazarΓ© Funicular β€” 3 min ride up 110m cliff to SΓ­tio village β€” extraordinary ocean views β€” €1.50 each way
Afternoon
πŸ–οΈ Praia de NazarΓ© β€” enormous golden crescent beach. Watch fishermen in traditional plaid!
Evening
🐟 Dinner β€” caldeirada de peixe (fish stew) β€” the local dish β€” any small restaurant near the harbor
⚠️ Do NOT drive to the beach with luggage and take the funicular up β€” drive directly to SΓ­tio upper village and park there!
πŸ“… Porto β€” Sept 2–5
β–Έ
πŸ™οΈ 3 Nights Β· Rua Formosa
Restaurant tip from your host: Guindalense Football Club
πŸ™οΈ Porto β€” 3 Days
Sept 2–5 β–Ύ
Day 1
πŸ›οΈ SΓ£o Bento Station β€” 20,000 azulejo tiles β€” FREE β€” go in morning light!
Day 1
πŸŒ‰ Ribeira district β€” colorful UNESCO waterfront. Walk the riverfront β€” step 2 blocks back for real local life!
Day 1
πŸ“š Livraria Lello β€” world's most beautiful bookshop. Pre-book €8!
Day 2
🌊 Foz do Douro β€” where the river meets the Atlantic β€” flat promenade walk β€” extraordinary!
Day 2
πŸŒ… Jardim do Morro β€” best sunset spot β€” cross lower level of Dom LuΓ­s bridge on foot!
Day 3
🎨 Serralves Foundation β€” art museum and stunning gardens
Where to Eat in Porto
β˜• Majestic CafΓ©
Stunning Art Nouveau cafΓ© from 1921 β€” one of the world's most beautiful cafΓ©s!
πŸ— Pedro dos Frangos
Porto institution since 1953 β€” best piri-piri chicken. Cash only, no reservations, arrive early!
⚽ Guindalense Football Club
Recommended by a local β€” authentic neighborhood spot!
⚠️ Park the car on arrival and don't move it until you leave β€” everything is walkable or a short Uber!
πŸ“… Braga β€” Passing Through Sept 5
β–Έ
πŸ“… Sept 5 β€” on the way from Porto to Ponte de Lima
πŸ‘€ See: Bom Jesus do Monte Β· Braga Cathedral Β· Jardim de Santa Barbara
πŸ“… Ponte de Lima / GerΓͺs β€” Sept 5–6
β–Έ
🌿 1 Night · Flowers to Faces
GerΓͺs National Park is in this area
πŸ” What to see and do here β€” coming soon!
🚨 Emergency Numbers
β–Έ

🚨 Emergency Portugal: 112

πŸ₯ Pharmacies: Look for the green cross!

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US Embassy Lisbon: +351 21 727 3300

πŸš— Roadside assistance: Number is on your rental keyring!

A Special Surprise
Something waiting for you up north πŸ’™
Don't open until September 1 πŸ˜„

β›ͺ Santiago & South

Sept 6–10 Β· Santiago Β· Galicia Β· Porto Β· Coimbra

🏠 Where We're Staying
β–Έ
πŸ“ Santiago de Compostela β€” Sept 6–8 Β· 2 Nights
Hotel Monumento, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
πŸ“… Check-in: Sept 6 Β· Check-out: Sept 8
πŸ”‘ Conf [REF-XXXX]
πŸ“ž [Hotel Phone] Β· Parking Β· Pool
πŸ“ Porto 2nd Visit β€” Sept 8–9 Β· 1 Night
Architects Apt, Rua Calouste Gulbenkian, Porto 4050-145
πŸ“… Check-in: 3:00 PM Β· Check-out: 11:00 AM
πŸ”‘ VRBO IDHA-PHKXX4 Β· Parking Β· Washer/Dryer
πŸ“ Coimbra β€” Sept 9–10 Β· 1 Night
Rua Carlos Alberto Pinto de Abreu 112, Santa Clara, 3040-245 Coimbra
πŸ“… Check-in: 3:00 PM Β· Check-out: 11:00 AM
πŸ”‘ Conf 6459354072 Β· PIN 3537 Β· Parking Β· Breakfast included
πŸ“ž +351 919 014 279
πŸ“… Santiago de Compostela β€” Sept 6–8
β–Έ
β›ͺ 2 Nights Β· Sanfrancisco Hotel Monumento
πŸ” What to see and eat in Santiago β€” coming soon!
πŸ“… Galicia & RΓ­as Baixas β€” Passing Through Sept 8
β–Έ
πŸ“… Sept 8 β€” drive south: Santiago β†’ Galicia β†’ RΓ­as Baixas β†’ Porto
πŸ” What to see on the way β€” coming soon!
πŸ“… Porto 2nd Visit β€” Sept 8–9
β–Έ
πŸ™οΈ 1 Night Β· Architects Apt
πŸ” What to do on your return visit β€” coming soon!
πŸ“… Coimbra β€” Sept 9–10
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πŸŽ“ 1 Night Β· Rua Carlos Alberto Β· Breakfast included
⚠️ Joanina Library β€” must be pre-booked at uc.pt/en/bguc β€” 9:30 AM slot β€” sells out weeks ahead!
πŸ” What to see and eat in Coimbra β€” coming soon!
A Special Surprise
Something waiting for you in Santiago πŸ’™
Don't open until September 6 πŸ˜„

πŸš— South

Sept 10 Β· Batalha Β· AlcobaΓ§a β€” on the way to Algarve

πŸ“… Batalha & AlcobaΓ§a β€” Passing Through Sept 10
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πŸ“… Sept 10 β€” after Coimbra, on the way south to Albufeira
πŸ” What to see at these UNESCO monasteries β€” coming soon!
A Special Surprise
Something waiting for you on the road south πŸ’™
Don't open until September 10 πŸ˜„

🌊 Algarve

Sept 10–15 Β· Albufeira Β· 5 Nights

🏠 Where We're Staying
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πŸ“ Albufeira β€” Sept 10–15 Β· 5 Nights
Rua dos Averos 29, Plage dos Aveiros, Albufeira, Faro 8200
πŸ“… Check-in: 3:00 PM Β· Check-out: 10:00 AM
πŸ”‘ Airbnb HM49FW45Z4
πŸ’³ $890.85 paid Β· Balance $682.55 due Aug 26 Β· Card 3745
πŸ“ Star Inn Lisboa Aeroporto β€” Sept 15–16 Β· 1 Night
Aeroporto Internacional de Lisboa, Rua C, 1749-125 Lisbon
πŸ“… Check-in: Sept 15 (from 2:00 PM) Β· Check-out: Sept 16 (until 12:00 PM)
πŸ”‘ Ref [XXXX] Β· PIN [XXXX]
πŸ‘€ Guests: [Client Names]
πŸ›οΈ Standard Twin Room Β· 2 adults Β· Breakfast included
πŸ“ž +351 218 425 700
🚐 Free airport shuttle 4:00 AM–12:00 AM
πŸ“… Albufeira β€” Sept 10–15
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🌊 5 Nights · Your Algarve base
πŸ” What to see, beaches, day trips β€” coming soon!
A Special Surprise
Something waiting for you in the Algarve πŸ’™
Don't open until September 10 πŸ˜„
🎟️ Pre-Book These NOW
πŸ”΄ Must Book Before You Fly!
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πŸ”΄ Pena Palace Sintra β€” 9:30 AM slot

πŸ”΄ JerΓ³nimos Monastery β€” skip the queue

πŸ”΄ Real AlcΓ‘zar Seville β€” sells out fast

πŸ”΄ Livraria Lello Porto β€” €8 ticket

πŸ”΄ Alhambra Granada β€” book MONTHS ahead if going!

πŸ”΄ Ria Formosa Boat Tour β€” fills up fast in September

πŸ“± Download These Apps
πŸ“± Apps to Download Before You Go
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βœ… Uber β€” works in Portugal

βœ… Bolt β€” often 20-30% cheaper than Uber!

βœ… Google Maps β€” download OFFLINE maps for Portugal AND Spain before leaving!

βœ… Google Translate β€” download Portuguese & Spanish packs for offline use!

βœ… Revolut or Wise β€” best euro exchange rates

βœ… WhatsApp β€” free calls & messages in Europe

πŸ“Έ Translate any menu instantly! Point your Google Translate camera at any menu β€” it shows English in real time!
πŸ’‘ General Travel Tips
🍽️ Food Tips
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🚨 Couvert Warning! Bread, butter, olives on the table = NOT free. Say "Não, obrigada" before touching!
πŸ’§ Water is never free β€” "Água sem gΓ‘s" (still) or "Água com gΓ‘s" (sparkling).
🌞 Lunch is the big meal β€” better value. "Menu do dia" = set lunch, great deal!
⏰ Dinner is late β€” Portuguese eat 8-10 PM. Spanish eat 9-11 PM!
πŸ’³ Money & Safety
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⚠️ Notify your bank before you travel β€” cards get blocked for foreign transactions!
πŸ“‹ Keep a photocopy of both passports separate from the originals.
πŸ’Ά Carry some cash β€” small cafΓ©s, markets, and tips often prefer cash.
πŸ”Œ Bring plug adapters β€” Portugal and Spain use European 2-pin outlets (Type C/F).
πŸš— Driving Tips
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πŸ›£οΈ Drive on the RIGHT in Portugal and Spain.
⚠️ Speed cameras everywhere β€” strictly enforced, watch the limits!
⚠️ Via Verde transponder β€” MUST have in rental car for automatic toll payment!
πŸ“± Download Google Maps offline for Portugal AND Spain before leaving Lisbon.
β›½ Gas stations β€” "Gasolina" = gas, "GasΓ³leo" = diesel.
🌑️ Weather & What to Pack
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β˜€οΈ August/September β€” hot and dry, 28–35Β°C everywhere!
πŸ’§ Carry water everywhere β€” the heat sneaks up on you!
πŸ‘Ÿ Lisbon cobblestones are SLIPPERY β€” no flip flops! Wear grip shoes.
πŸ•ΆοΈ Sunscreen and sunglasses β€” essential all day every day!
😊 Local Culture
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😊 Portuguese people appreciate ANY attempt at their language β€” even "Obrigada" goes a long way!
🎡 Fado music β€” if you hear it in a restaurant, silence is respectful. It's Portugal's soul.
β˜• Coffee culture β€” always order at the counter. Sitting at a table costs more!
πŸŒ… Best sunsets β€” Cais do Ginjal (Lisbon), Jardim do Morro (Porto), Cape St. Vincent (Algarve)!
🚨 Emergency Numbers
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🚨 Emergency Portugal: 112

πŸ₯ Pharmacies: Look for the green cross!

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US Embassy Lisbon: +351 21 727 3300

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US Embassy Madrid: +34 91 587 2200

πŸ‘† Tap any Portuguese phrase to hear it spoken!
πŸ‘‹ Greetings
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Bom dia
Good morning
Boa tarde
Good afternoon
Boa noite
Good evening / night
OlΓ‘!
Hello!
Tudo bem?
How are you? / All good?
Adeus
Goodbye
πŸ™ Politeness
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Obrigado
Thank you (man speaking)
Obrigada
Thank you (woman speaking)
Por favor
Please
De nada
You're welcome
Desculpe
Excuse me / Sorry
Sim
Yes
NΓ£o
No
NΓ£o falo portuguΓͺs
I don't speak Portuguese
Fala inglΓͺs?
Do you speak English?
🍽️ At Restaurants
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Uma mesa para dois
A table for two
A ementa, por favor
The menu, please
A conta, por favor
The bill, please
NΓ£o, obrigada
No thank you (no couvert!)
Água com gÑs
Sparkling water
Água sem gÑs
Still water
EstΓ‘ delicioso!
It's delicious!
Sem glΓΊten
Gluten free
Sou vegetariano
I'm vegetarian
Pode repetir?
Can I have another?
Para levar
To take away
β˜• Coffee Phrases
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Uma bica
Espresso
Um pingado
Espresso + splash of milk
Um galΓ£o
Latte (tall glass)
Meia de leite
Half coffee, half milk
Descafeinado
Decaf
Um abatanado
Large black coffee
Meio cafΓ©, meio descafeinado
Half regular, half decaf
β˜• Local tip: Traditional cafΓ©s won't have hazelnut. Order a galΓ£o β€” smooth and milky! Starbucks in Lisbon, Porto & Faro have hazelnut. πŸ˜„
β˜• Traveler's tip: Ask for "Meio cafΓ©, meio descafeinado" β€” 1/3 caffeinated, 2/3 decaf. Perfect every time!
🏨 At the Hotel
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Temos uma reserva
We have a reservation
Qual Γ© o wifi?
What's the wifi password?
A que horas Γ© o check-out?
What time is checkout?
Pode chamar um tΓ‘xi?
Can you call a taxi?
πŸ—ΊοΈ Getting Around
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Onde Γ©?
Where is...?
Onde posso estacionar?
Where can I park?
EstΓ‘ longe?
Is it far?
Quanto tempo demora?
How long does it take?
Γ€ direita
To the right
Γ€ esquerda
To the left
Em frente
Straight ahead
Onde Γ© a casa de banho?
Where is the bathroom?
πŸ›οΈ Shopping
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Quanto custa?
How much is this?
Γ‰ muito caro
It's very expensive
Aceita cartΓ£o?
Do you take credit cards?
πŸ˜„ Fun Phrases
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Que bonito!
How beautiful!
IncrΓ­vel!
Incredible!
SaΓΊde!
Cheers! / Bless you!
Boa viagem!
Have a good trip!
VocΓͺ Γ© incrΓ­vel!
You are amazing! πŸ˜„
πŸ†˜ Emergency Phrases
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Socorro!
Help!
Preciso de um mΓ©dico
I need a doctor
Chame a polΓ­cia
Call the police
NΓ£o entendo
I don't understand

πŸ—ΊοΈ Trip Map

Coming soon β€” your complete route!

πŸ—ΊοΈ
Interactive Map Coming Soon!
Your complete Portugal route β€” all stops, all phases, color coded β€” being built now! πŸ’™
πŸ’Œ

A Special Message

This is where your personal welcome message appears β€” written just for your clients, to be revealed when they open the app on their trip.

This message is fully customizable for each couple.

πŸ”’

Not yet!

This surprise unlocks when you arrive! Enjoy every moment until then πŸ’™

πŸ“πŸ’™πŸ“

You made it to Lisbon!

From your travel planner β€” with love

You're here!! After all the planning, all the excitement β€” you landed in Portugal! Welcome to Lisbon, one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Everything you need is in this app. Take it one day at a time. Breathe it all in. You earned every single second of this. πŸ’™

β€” Your Travel Planner πŸ’™
πŸš—πŸ’™πŸš—

Road trip time!!

From your travel planner β€” with love

The wedding is done, the car is loaded, and the whole north of Portugal is waiting for you! NazarΓ©, Porto, Braga, Douro Valley β€” all of it!

You two on a road trip through Portugal. I can't think of anything more perfect. πŸ’™

β€” Your Travel Planner πŸ’™
πŸŒžπŸ’™πŸŒž

Β‘Hola EspaΓ±a!

From your travel planner β€” with love

You made it to Santiago de Compostela! The Cathedral, the pilgrims, the square β€” all of it just for the two of you! πŸ™

Enjoy every second. You are exactly where you're supposed to be. πŸ’™

β€” Your Travel Planner πŸ’™
πŸŒŠπŸ’™πŸŒŠ

You made it to the Algarve!

From your travel planner β€” with love

You did it! From Newark to Lisbon, through the wedding, up the coast, and now here you are at the most beautiful coastline in Europe.

I am so proud of both of you. Every step of this journey you took together β€” clean, free, and exactly where you're supposed to be.

Enjoy every single second of the Algarve. You earned this. πŸ’™

β€” Your Travel Planner πŸ’™