July 2008
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Here is a list of frequently asked questions with appropriate answers concerning Portugal. If you have any further questions Either email on info@world-villa.co.uk or call on 01756 751777 and we will be pleased to respond promptly.

Q. – Question
A. - Answer

 
 

Q. What is the change-over day for Portugal? Up

A. Saturday

 

Q. How do I get to Portugal? Up

A. Direct flights from the UK from airports up and down the country including many regional. Faro is the main airport for the Algarve.

 

Q. Can you help with booking Portugal flights? Up

A. We can offer advise. Most people find suitable flights on the web. Click on the flights arrow on the left of any page and use the skyscanner link to help you source the flight you want from an airport near you.

www.skyscanner.net/

 

Q. Can I place an option on the villa? Up

A. Yes we can hold an option for 24 hours except for last minute bookings.

 

Q. Can I book parking, car hire and insurance? Up

A. Yes just click on the link buttons at the side of each page, check availability and book online direct with the recommended supplier. We have negotiated favourable rates with all our listed suppliers for your convenience.

 

Q. What time can we arrive and when do we need to leave? Up

A. The villa is available to you from 17.00 and you need to leave by 10.00 (unless stated otherwise).

 

Q. What about security? Up

A. There are no particular security issues but you do need to take sensible precautions, particularly in the Algarve. Refer to the foreign office web site for up to date advice. www.fco.gov.uk

 

Q. What is the local language and do they speak English? Up

A. Portugese. English is commonly spoken and you will usually find tourist information and menus have been translated for your convenience.

 

Q. Do you know the villas and the country? Up

A. We have lots of experience of Portugal in particularly the Algarve and we can draw on the longstanding experience of our sister company Villas du Monde who are very familiar with the Atlantic regions of the country and have operated our villas there for many years.

 

Q. What’s the Portugal weather like throughout the year? Up

A. The Algarve weather is wonderful throughout the year with plenty of sunshine and little rain. The Atlantic coast also enjoys warm sunny weather with some humidity from the sea.

 

Q. What is the local currency and guideline exchange rate? Up

A. Euros. The exchange rate tends to be around 1.4 euros per pound sterling.

 

Q. What is the time difference? Up

A. 1 hour

 

Q. What is there to do? Up

A. The Algarve is awash with high quality facilities and distractions, golf courses, tennis clubs, theme parks and lots of sea orientated water sports. The west coast has much more cultural interest including the Porto wine growing areas and there are plenty of water sports.

 

Q. Are there any particularly good value times to go Up

A. If you are not tied to school holidays then June is probably best as the days are long and the weather warm. In school holidays Spring Bank holiday is probably best value although the weather is less reliable. Easter and October half term are great value in Portugal.

 

Q. Is it possible to arrange extra services such as cleaning locally? Up

A. These can often be arranged. Please ask for details.

 

Q. What is the food like? Up

A. The food is very good and varies nicely across the regions. The Algarve is renowned for excellent sea food and traditional dishes such as piri piri chicken.

 

Q. How does the local deposit system work? Up

A. See each villa description for details.

 

Q. Are there any local charges and how do they work? Up

A. See each villa description for details.

 

Q. What local assistance do you offer? Up

A. Our local agents offer excellent English speaking assistance.

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