Portugal's Passenger movement in the first half of 2022 inches closer to the pre-pandemic level

Portugal named Europe’s Leading Destination at World Travel Awards

For the fourth yr working, Portugal has secured the title of ‘Europe’s Main Vacation spot’ on the 2020 World Travel Awards, which passed off just about for the primary time resulting from COVID-19.

The nation gained over 20 particular person awards – together with Porto being named ‘Europe’s Main Metropolis Break Vacation spot’ and Lisbon bagging ‘Europe’s Main Cruise Vacation spot’.

The southern European nation sees as much as 12 million worldwide guests yearly. It’s residence to stunning Atlantic islands corresponding to Madeira (which additionally gained ‘Europe’s Main Island Vacation spot’) and Porto Santo, beautiful seashores, UNESCO World Heritage websites, and much-loved native delicacies. Portugal achieved a complete of 23 awards throughout the journey and tourism spectrum.

At present, Portugal is exercising travel restrictions in-line with COVID-19 requirements. These embrace social distancing, sporting masks, hand sanitization, and well-being screening upon arrival to the nation.

Fortuitously, Pastel de Nata manufacturing continues regardless of the adversity – a nationwide delicacy that frankly deserves an award in itself.