FAQs

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HOW DO I GET TO ALL THE EVENTS?

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We have arranged complimentary shuttle service from Penha Longa Resort to both the Sangeet & Reception (exact timings will be given at Check-In). The Mendhi, Pithi, and Wedding will be taking place at the Resort itself.

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ARE KIDS WELCOME?

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While kids are welcome. there is a kids club at the resort that will be available throughout the events. We also are hoping to have baby sitting services at the venues away from Penha Longa so everyone is able to celebrate with us stress free.

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WHAT ARE SOME TIPS I SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TRAVELING?

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1. Tap water is SAFE to drink in Portugal 2. Customary tip is 10%, and only necessary if very happy with the service at a Restaurant, tipping at a Bar is uncommon. 3. The main language is Portuguese, but most locals speak English. 4. 1 Euro = $1.15 Dollar

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WHAT ARE SOME HELPFUL PHRASES?

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Do you speak english? - Fala ingles? Please- por favor or se faz favor Thank you- obrigado/obrigada Good Morning- bom dia Good afternoon/evening- boa tarde Good night - boa noite

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WHEN SHOULD I RSVP BY?

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We are requesting that we get all RSVPs by February 18,2020

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DO I NEED TO GET A VISA?

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Visas are not required for visits not exceeding 90 days per six-month period for passport holders from the USA, Hong Kong, Singapore and the European Union. For those of you coming from India, you DO need a VISA. This would be a tourist visa and This is given for a travel period of less than 90 days

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WHAT CURRENCY SHOULD I BRING?

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The official currency in Portugal is the Euro (€). If you haven’t exchanged money back home or you aren’t pulling funds out of an ATM machine in Portugal, exchanging money is more streamlined at the big banks in city centers. The use of major credit cards is widespread among Portugal shops, making shopping easier. This is also the easiest way of having money without having to carry large amounts of cash, which minimizes your losses in case of loss or theft.

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WHAT ELECTRICAL PLUGS ARE USED?

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The electric current in Portugal is 230/400 volts at a frequency of 50 hertz and the electrical plug is Type F (two circular pins) which comply with European standards. You will need a 230-volt transformer and an adapter to use American-style flat-prong plugs.

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WHAT IS THE WEATHER LIKE IN PORTUGAL?

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May temperatures average between 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 C) on the high end and 55 F (13 C) for a low. ... And sea temperatures hovering in the 60s F make for a refreshing dip should the air reach the 90s F. *We recommend packing some light jackets and sweaters since Sintra is known to have a micro-climate*