Quick question for the Portugal regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there in 2024 and had a great time but I've heard some crackdowns happened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Portugal — meeting girls online first?
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27 Feb 2026 at 21:11
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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How does it compare to Germany?
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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28 Feb 2026 at 22:45
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 8/10 destination.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $104/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $104/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try going midweek next time.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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