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Setubal
Posto de Turismo de Setubal
(Alongside McDonalds on the main Avenue)
Rua de Santa Maria Apt 80
Setubal
Tel. 26 553 4222
Posto de Turismo da Regiao de Turismo de Setubal
Travessa Frei Gaspar 10
Setubal
Tel. 26 553 9120
Azeitao
Rua Jose Augusto Coelho 17 (On the main high street)
2925 Vila Nogueira de Azeitao
Tel. 21 218 0729
Palmela
Posto de Turismo de Palmela ( In the castle ramparts)
Castelo de Palmela
Palmela
21 233 2122
Sesimbra
Posto de Turismo de Sesimbra
Largo da Marinha 27
Sesimbra
Tel. 21 228 8540
General Airport Information (24h)
Tel +351 218 413 500 - Fax 218 413 675
Flight Information (24h)
Tel + 351 218 413 700
International airports are:
Lisbon, Oporto, Faro.
Funchal (Madeira).
Ponta Delgada (S. Miguel, Azores).
Lajes (Ilha Terceira, Azores).
The national airline is TAP Air Portugal.
Electricity
The current is 220 volts AC, with a continental round pin plug.
Telephone
All over Portugal, there are crediphones where phone cards can be used. These can be bought in post offices and news agents. At post offices, calls can be paid for at the end of the conversation. To phone abroad, dial 00 then the country code and city/local code.
Postal services
Post offices are open Monday to Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 6 p.m. In main cities there are one post office station open on Saturdays.
Stamps are sold here and also on shops bearing the sign of the red horse. The Portuguese word for post office is "Correios" and for stamp is "selo".
Weather Service (7 am - Midnight)
Tel + 351 218 478 441
Average Temperatures C
Dentist
Open from 10 am to 13 pm and from 3 pm to 7 pm, Monday to Friday, and sometimes Saturday mornings.
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Chemists
Chemists Are open 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. /3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings. In every area, you can always find one that is open all night or on Sunday. See the sign on the door (white cross on green background) to find your nearest chemist. The Portuguese word for chemist is "Farmacia".
Tourism Offices
Banks
From 8:30 am to 3 pm from Monday to Friday; closed on official holidays.The unit of currency is the Euro. Some banks have automatic exchange machines. Reception in most hotels will change money and they are entitled to charge a small extra amount to cover fluctuation exchange rates. Traveler cheques and Eurocheques are accepted by all Portuguese banks and exchange bureaus. Visa, Amex, Eurocard, Diner Club and Master Card are the most useful credit cards.
ArrabidaFAQS
Do I need a car to get around in Arrabida?
To really experience the Arrabida Secrets, you should consider renting a car.
What should I pack on my trip to Arrabida?
From May to September, its warm, so pack your summer attire. You may want to bring a light jacket or sweater for the evenings. Suits and ties are very rarely worn here. Bring some casual dress clothes or resort wear if you plan on experiencing nightlife.
The currency of Portugal is the Euro. Travelers checks are not necessary since credit cards are widely accepted and ATM machines are plentiful. Do not worry if you forget something. Portugal retail stores and malls have everything you need, including plenty of sunscreen.
When is a good time to visit Arrabida?
Anytime of year is a good time to visit the Arrabida Region. Summer, between May and October is warmer and drier (average temperature is 23) while winter, between November and April, is more temperate and can be more humid with rainy days(14).
What is the language spoken in Portugal?
Portuguese is spoken throughout the country. English, French and Spanish is well understood.
Credit cards most accepted in Portugal are :
Visa, Eurocard , Mastercard, Eurocheque, Diners Club , American Express.
Shops
From 9 am to 1 pm and from 3 pm to 7 pm (working days). On Saturdays, most shops close at 1 pm.
In the shopping centres located in larger towns, shops are normally open too on Saturdays, Sundays and other holidays from 10 am to 11 pm.
Museums
Open from 10 am to 12:30 am and from 2 pm to 5 pm. Closed on Mondays. Some palaces also close on Wednesdays.
Handicrafts
Wicker basketwork, copper utensils, embroideries and lace, pottery and ceramics, rugs.
Health (Health Services Directory)
Medical facilities Medical assistance is available in hospitals providing 24 hours a day emergency service. There are also many clinics open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. In case of emergency dial the number 115. In case of road accident use the nearest SOS phone (orange).
Hospitals
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Private :
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Hospor Hospital de Santiago
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E.N. 10 Km 37, Nossa Senhora Anunciada,
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Apartado 25 -2904-540 Setubal
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+351 265509200 - www.clipovoa.pt
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Hospital Cuf Descobertas
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R. Mario Botas - Expo Lisboa
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1998-018 LISBOA
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+351 210025200
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Public :
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Hospital de Sao Bernardo, S.A.
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Rua Camilo Castelo Branco
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2910-446 Setúbal
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+351 265 549 000
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Hospital Garcia da Orta
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Apartado 10
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2806 Almada
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+351 212 940 294
Portugal
Portugal is the country lying along the Atlantic coast of the Iberian Peninsula in south western Europe. It is bordered on the East and North by Spain, and on the West and South by the Atlantic Ocean. Occupying about 16 percent of the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has a total area of 35 672 square miles, occupied by ten million people. Despite its small size, the country displays a great diversity of geographic features, creating a contrast between plain areas and extremely mountainous zones.
Until the 1970s, Portuguese overseas territories included the Cape Verde Islands, Sao Tome and Principe, Portuguese Guinea, Angola and Mozambique (all in Africa), Macau (in Asia) and Timor (in Oceania). Of these, by the late 20th century, only Macau remained a Portuguese dependency, now under the dependance of China.
As a member of the European Community and NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), Portugal plays a greater role in both European and world affairs than its size would suggest.
Population : 10,605,870
Total area: 92 389 sq km (including Madeira and Azores)
Land: 91959 sq km
Water: 430 sq km
Land use: 26 percent arable land; 9 percent permanent crops; 9 percent permanent pastures; 36 percent forests and woodland; 20 percent other.
Terrain: Mountainous north of the Tagus river, rolling plains in south.
Dial 112 any time of the day or night anywhere in the country. In case of a road accident, use the nearest orange coloured SOS telephone.
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Take great care driving in Portugal, here motorists do not always follow road safety rules.
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Except when otherwise indicated, all vehicles approaching from the right have priority at intersections.
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Safety belts are compulsory.
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Drink-driving : the upper limit for alcohol in the bloodstream is 0,5 g/l.
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The maximum speed in towns and villages is 50 km/h, except where otherwise indicated.
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On main roads and motorways speed limits are 90 km/h and 120 km/h respectively.
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Petrol stations are generally open from 8 am to 12 pm, and some work 24 hrs a day.
Did you know?
That films are shown in the original language with subtitles in portuguese...
Dialing Portugal from Abroad
To dial the telephone and fax numbers shown from outside Portugal, dial your international access code (check with your telecoms provider if you do not know what to dial), then 351, then the rest of the number except the 0 shown in brackets.
INTERNET POINTS
Biblioteca
Avenida Luisa Todi 188
2904-515 Setubal
265 537 240
At the entrance of the public library there is a computer with internet access that can be used free of charge for up to 15 minutes.
Open Mondays-Fridays 9am-7pm
Pao Quente
Rua Francisco Martins Cardosa Lote 42
Quinta do Anjo
Palmela
21 288 1575
Pao Quente (2)
Av. D Joao II 48F
26 552 6004
Cinema Charlot
Av. Dr Antonio Manuel Gamito 11
2900 Setubal
265 522 446
This is an internet kiosk located in the foyer of the cinema. Open Monday-Friday 4pm-10pm Saturday-Sunday 2pm-10pm
Although a high understanding of English, French and Spanish, the effort to say a few words in portuguese is always appreciated...
Have a try!
Thank you
Obrigado (if you're male)
Obrigada (if you're female)
Please Por favor
Good morning Bom dia
Good afternoon Boa tarde
Good evening Boa noite
YesSim
NoNao
Do Do you speak English?Fala ingles?
I don't understandNao compreendo
oneum
twodois
threetres
fourquatro
fivecinco
sixseis
sevensete
eightoito
ninenove
tendez
hundredcem
thousandmil
Online Hotel Reservations
Lisbon South Side
Bank Banco
Change Cambio
How much is it? Quanto e?
Where is? Onde esta?
Today Hoje
Tomorrow Amanha
Now Agora
When is... Quando vai ser ...
Sorry Perdao
Excuse me Desculpe
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