Quick question for the Portugal regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there last year and had a great time but I've heard new venues have opened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Portugal — how much to budget per day
Started by MidwestMark · 16 Mar 2026 · 1001 views
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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This matches my experience. Portugal is one of my favorites.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:12
Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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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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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the pandemic. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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18 Mar 2026 at 03:14
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try using a different site next time.
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18 Mar 2026 at 08:54
Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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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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18 Mar 2026 at 21:47
This matches my experience. Portugal is great value.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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19 Mar 2026 at 14:03
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found the outskirts to be better value.
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