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Porto Ercole

Porto Ercole is a city in the region of Tuscany. It is part of the town, Monte Argentario, in the province of Grosseto. Porto Santo Stefano (the most populous) is one of the two major towns that form Monte Argentario.

See
The historic core is enclosed within its walls, which were erected by Siena in the Renaissance, on pre-existing structures.

The Palace of the Rulers overlooks the picturesque Piazzetta Santa Barbara, which overlooks the harbor. The building, built in the sixteenth century, preserves the facade in Renaissance style of the past. The building housed the Spanish rulers, and at the opposite end of the square on the side that looks towards the sea, is the fifteenth bastion of Santa Barbara.

Worthy of note is the Giardino Corsini, in which there are many rare tropical and subtropical botanicals.

The country is dominated by the mighty fortress Aldobrandesca, a fortification built on several occasions between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance around existing structures.

Eat
A great pizza place is Il forno del porto which does many different types of freshly baked pizzas, bread and cakes. Cakes can be asked to be made for someone in specific. Next to them is another great pizza place. Warning: these places are usually packed during the summer from 10am to 1230pm.

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Portofino

Portofino is a small fishing village in the Liguria region of Italy on the Ligurian Sea. It is a popular yachting destination.

By air
The closest international airport to Portofino is in Genoa. Two other options if you are unable to get to Genoa are Nice, France and Milan, Italy ( and ). They are a bit farther away but within driving distance and the drive(s) are beautiful.

By car
From Genoa you can rent a car, as it is a relatively short (22 1/4 miles, 35.8 km) ride. Overall the drive takes a little over an hour, due partly to some light traffic leaving Genoa and mostly to the roads once you leave the major highway (the A12). The streets between Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino are very narrow and windy, as you might expect in a Riviera town. Proceed with great caution, especially around corners and be alert of oncoming traffic and pedestrians on both sides of the often only one lane wide road. There is parking available in Portofino, however with very limited availability and steep prices.

By public transport
The nearest railway station, Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, is about 5 km away in Santa Margherita Ligure. A train from Genoa takes around 30-45 minutes and costs around €3, there are frequent regional services by Trenitalia which however can be crowded as they also serve the nearby Cinque Terre.

From infront of the railway station, Bus 782 departs every 15-30 minutes directly to Portofino. Tickets (€5 oneway) can be bought via the AMT app (in Italian only, but no registration required and accepts Apple Pay) or for the return journey at ticket vending or contactless touch and go machines at the final bus stop in Portofino. The busses are very small due to the roads they have no navigate and can be overcrowded during high season, however they are accessible for walking impaired and air-conditioned.

By hiking
Walking along the shore road from Santa Margherita Ligure is a beautiful introduction to the area and takes just over an hour. However some sections of the road do not have walkways and you have to be extra careful due to the heavy traffic on this partially extremely narrow road. There is also a pleasant hiking trail between the two towns which begins at the end of the harbour area and passes through Paraggi.

By boat
Also available is a pleasant ferry ride along the coast. In summer, there are two direct daily departures in each direction from Genoa, which allow for a pleasant day trip. Otherwise, the region's well-developed ferry network provides various connections that could get you to Portofino with a change of boats in such as Santa Margherita Ligure. Expect the ride to take a little longer than driving, but it will certainly be far less nerve-wracking! One final option should you happen to have the resources, just sidle into the harbour or a cove in your personal yacht. Portofino is a popular destination for the world's wealthy, and the luxurious yachts constantly dot the horizon in this lovely Mediterranean port.

Get around
Once in Portofino walking might be your best option. The town is not large and most hotels and beaches are a short walk from the harbour. Alternatively, mopeds seem to be a popular choice for getting about, especially for those people visiting several of the small regional towns like Paraggi or San Fruttuoso on their own schedule. Be careful when walking the streets are cobbled and the roads full of potholes, many steps abound in this beautiful village.

The swimming in Paraggi is world-class and the sea beautifully clean, there are many expensive commercial beach areas and one tiny crowded free area in the middle.

Once again, should you be fortunate enough to have a boat at your disposal, that would be another convenient way to move around the area. There are rentals available in the harbour.

Taxis are available, but very expensive. Minimum charge is €20.

See
Everything! Truly, the most impressive thing about Portofino is the lifestyle, so running off and "seeing the sights" probably won't be your number one priority when you plan your trip. There are some notable attractions that might be able to lure you from the beaches, but the view from the harbour or any of the surrounding beaches is unforgettable and one could spend the entire day marvelling at it.

Do
One of the best things you can do in Portofino is relax. Walk around the small city, hear the sea, take a rest at the end of the left Marconi quay. There is a small wine bar where you have an occasion to drink something seated less than one meter from the sea.

Usually all the boutiques are open from the end of February until the end of October. Don't forget to bring something for your shoulders even if you came in the summer time. After 18:00-18:30 the sun goes behind the Portofino promontory and cools off considerably.

Also, you can visit San Fruttuoso Bay and try to see the sculpture of Christ of the Abyss. You can reach San Fruttuso only by sea. You can choose a public boat at reasonable price. If the money is not a problem, try to rent a small taxi boat. It's an unforgettable experience.

If you have some days off, you can also visit the Aquarium on Genoa (30 km from Portofino) — the biggest one in Europe — and walk around the port streets. There are a lot of museum and historical buildings.

Buy
There are a couple of small shops in the harbour area offering regional foods and wines for reasonable prices. The bakery is an inexpensive way of getting lunch, selling a variety of foccacias, small pizzas and cakes

There are several posh boutiques selling haute couture, but as the shops are small, by definition, so is the range. If you aren't looking for runway attire, there are also several shops selling craft items, including Murano glass jewellery.

Of course there are a few tourist shops and kiosks as well, with the usual assortment of beads, magnets and t-shirts. Be aware that many of the shops operate on Italian time, which means opening hours are somewhat erratic and it is more usual to be 'closed' rather than 'open'.

Eat
The Portofino harbour is surrounded by restaurants, all of which serve broadly the same selection of pasta, frozen seafood and €7 soft drinks.

Three things to remember about dining in Portofino. First, you're on Italian time, especially in the summer, so breakfast is whenever you can get it after you awake, lunch is some time between 14:00 and 16:00 and dinner won't begin until 20:00. Second, as a popular destination for weekend travellers and yacht or line cruisers, the weekends can get busy. If you have your heart set on a particular restaurant for a weekend meal, be sure to make reservations if you'll be dining during a busier time.

Third, bring a lot of cash. The restaurants operate in price-fixing cartel which means prices are broadly the same everywhere — which is approximately three times what you would pay in an expensive city like London. There is a cover charge of €7 per person, so four people going out for a meal will already be down €28 just for sitting down. A glass of wine will set you back €20, while a seafood main course will be €40-50. Pastas and salads are around €20. Despite being beside a harbour, seafood is not fresh and you will see small print on the menu explaining it is frozen. You get a good view of the fake buildings and billionaires on their yachts, but if you want a good meal without spending the best part of €120 per person, you would be better off heading to San Margherita, where prices are much more reasonable.

As with most things Italian, the gelati (ice cream) is spectacular so make sure to treat yourself to some from the stalls along the harbour, particularly the nocciola, a hazelnut and chocolate delight.

Drink
Wine. Surprised? The region is known for some unique white varietals, including some notable Pinot Grigios. The available reds are also quite flavorful, so don't avoid them completely. Several of these wines may not be available outside of Italy, so sample liberally while you can.

Some shops offer locally produced Limoncino (Limoncello), so if you'd prefer a cordial you will have some options.

Of course you'll have plenty of non-alcoholic options if you're driving (really, you shouldn't be) or boating (better idea) that day. Soft drinks and water are readily available and the afternoon coffees and cappuccinos are very good.

Sleep
There are several fine hotels in Portofino. All are within convenient walking distance of the harbour and offer packages and accommodations to suit most travellers.

Some of note:

Wherever you sleep, rest up! There may not be a better place to relax and embrace the casual lifestyle of the Riviera, so live like a local and enjoy!

Go next
Many people who visit upscale Portofino also find the nearby Cinque Terre appealing, as well as the characteristic Ligurian towns around the Gulf of La Spezia of Portovenere, Lerici, and Tellaro.

The quaint beach town Paraggi is a short walk on the pathway (pedonale) from Portofino toward Santa Margherita Ligure and it seems to cater to a younger and more family-oriented crowd.

The main city and capital of the region is Genoa and can be easily accessible via ferry. Genoa is the birthplace of Christopher Columbus and boasts the biggest historical centre in Europe.

The ferry service from Portofino harbour provides frequent service to other towns on the Gulf of Tigullio including Santa Margherita Ligure, which also boasts a beautiful public beach. In that slightly larger town you'll also find more shopping and with a little walk off of the main road you will find several shops specializing in local foods and libations, and lining the streets will be antique dealers with all kinds of aged treasures.

Pisa is also only roughly 2 hours from Portofino, and if you simply can't miss its leaning tower, it is well within reach of a day trip.

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Port of Spain

Port of Spain, on the northwest coast of Trinidad island, is the capital city of Trinidad and Tobago. The city is famous for its carnival, second only to that of Rio in importance but preferred by many because of its perceptions of being safer. A bustling and friendly city, Port of Spain is a great place to spend a couple of days and is the hub for the Trinidad's famous carnival. It has been the capital since 1757 and is the main administrative center, although not the largest town.

The main shopping area is between Frederick Street and Charlotte Street, running south to Independence Square (Brian Lara Promenade). As well as the bricks-and-mortar shops, there are numerous stalls on the street selling everything from fruit to CDs.

In the evening Independence Square is full of locals liming - hanging around, chatting to their friends and sampling food from the stalls scattered throughout. Wandering through here is a great way to get a feel for what Trinidad is about.

Climate
Port of Spain enjoys warm temperatures all year round. It is slightly cooler in January and February.

By plane

The airport is served by:
 * Air Canada (Rouge) - Toronto-Pearson
 * American Airlines - Miami
 * British Airways - London-Gatwick and St. Lucia
 * Caribbean Airlines - Antigua, Barbados, Caracas, Curaçao, Fort Lauderdale, Georgetown–Cheddi Jagan, Grenada, Havana, Kingston–Norman Manley, Miami, Nassau, New York–JFK, Orlando, Paramaribo, St. Lucia–Vigie, St. Maarten, St. Vincent–Argyle, Tobago, Toronto–Pearson
 * Copa Airlines - Panama City
 * JetBlue - Ft. Lauderdale and New York-JFK
 * Surinam Airways - Curaçao and Paramaribo
 * United Airlines - Houston-Intercontinental and Newark
 * WestJet - Toronto-Pearson

From Tobago there are 14 flights a day on Tobago Express, which is operated by Caribbean Airlines. Flights are on a De Havilland Dash 8, cost US$24 each way and last about 20 minutes. Despite the great frequency of flights these can get booked out very easily.

By car
There is an authorized taxi dispatch at the airport. A trip to Port of Spain costs 30 USD (eq. ~205 TT as of July 2019).

By bus
There is a coach from the airport at Piarco weekdays only and it costs 4 TT. The coach will drop you off at City Gate.

When the coach is not running and you aren't carrying massive luggage, you can take a local taxi with a licence plate starting with H at the taxi rank (100 metres to the right of the arrival hall exit) towards what's called "The Junction" and, there, hail a frequently running red-white minivan (Maxi Taxi), which also will drop you off at City Gate (South Quay bus terminal). The taxi is 5 TT, although you'll have to wait for the vehicle to fill up with 4 passengers (which does not take long), and the minivan is 7 TT - altogether considerably cheaper than the 30 USD for the authorized airport taxi.

By boat
There is a Wednesday ferry from Venezuela. See Trinidad.

From Scarborough, Tobago there are hydrofoils that take 2 1/2 hours and conventional ferries that take 5 1/2 hours to Port of Spain. Hydrofoils cost 50 TT one way.

Taxis
Taxis are expensive, with a minimum price for a journey within Port-of-Spain being US$10. There are no standard color coded markings for taxis in Port-of-Spain e.g. yellow taxis and by all appearance resembles private motor vehicles. However, all vehicles for hire will have a license plate starting with H instead and you should not be surprised if one stop by and ask if you want a ride. Remember to check if it is a taxi! It is preferable to contact the taxis through your hotel.

During the day, in the central areas, you can move easily even on foot. At dusk, it is recommended for tourists not to venture alone on foot.

By public transportation
The urban area is covered by a bus service. It is necessary to have the travel document before boarding because the drivers do not accept cash, much less credit cards.

See

 * The beaches.

Do

 * Queen's Park Savannah is a large park in the middle of the city. It has a circumference of 3.5 km and is a popular spot around sunset for joggers and walkers. With one-way traffic circulating clockwise, it claims to be the world's largest roundabout or traffic circle.
 * Cricket:

Eat
There are many types of traditional and Trinidad food that must be tried, some of these include:
 * Roti
 * Doubles
 * Bake and Shark
 * Chow (e.g. Mango/Pineapple Chow)
 * West Indian Style Curry
 * Jerk Chicken/Fish

Budget
Western Main Highway at St James is a popular night spot with a long stretch of bars and eateries. There are also many food stalls selling Rotis, Doubles, and other local delicacies.

A local flour and chick peas delicacy called Doubles (available all over the island, even just outside the airport). There are several stalls on Independence Square can get these for 5TT each - make sure to get their early though as they tend to sell out pretty quickly.

Mid-range
Ariapita Avenue, in the Woodbrook neighborhood of Port-of-Spain, is a popular dining and nightlife area with a good selection of mid-range restaurants.

To eateries like - Benihana and many others available at Trincity Mall, 15 mins from Piarco Airport

Drink
Beer is a little expensive, priced 10 TT (1.5 USD) at grocery stores and 15 TT (2.5 USD) at restaurants for a 275mL bottle. The local brew consist of Carib and Stag (lager). Rum is widely available and the local distiller Angostura is among one of the top producers in the region with its Royal Oak line.

For non-alcoholic drinks, Trinidians in general favor a sweeter flavor. Some of the local beverages can be found in the list below:
 * Sorrel, a sweet dark pink beverage made from the Roselle plant
 * Mauby, a bitter sweet drink with a herbal flavor made from the bark of a local tree
 * Peanut Punch, a drink made from peanut butter, milk and sugar

Splurge
There is now a surfeit of "Splurge" rooms for much of the year. Try bargaining to get rates less than those listed.

Connect
SIM cards are easily available.

Stay safe
Trinidad has a bad reputation (it has a shockingly high murder rate), but if you are sensible and stick to the main areas, you shouldn't have a problem and will find the locals incredibly friendly. Avoid any ostentatious display of wealth, and don't wander down dark backstreets at night on your own, and you shouldn't experience any problems at all.

Wear sunblock, even in early morning or late afternoon, since Trinidad is very close to the equator.

Embassies and High Commissions

 * 🇦🇺 Australia
 * 🇧🇧 Barbados
 * 🇨🇦 Canada
 * 🇨🇳 China
 * 🇫🇷 France
 * 🇬🇾 Guyana
 * 🇳🇱 Netherlands
 * 🇪🇸 Spain
 * 🇸🇷 Suriname
 * 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
 * 🇺🇸 United States
 * 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Go next

 * Chaguaramas
 * Arima
 * Crown Point (Trinidad and Tobago)

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Portola Valley

Portola Valley is on the Peninsula in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. The city is in San Mateo County and is south of Woodside and west of Menlo Park.

Get in
There is only 3 main ways to enter Portola Valley, Highway 280, taking Sand Hill Road, or taking highway 35.(Skyline BLV)

There's no public transit to speak of, just a couple of once-a-weekday bus routes from the local schools.

Get around
Portola Valley is a smaller town, and typically has less crosswalks or public transportation. There is 3 shopping centers in Portola Valley, and able to reach them from Portola Road, or Woodside Road. Sam Trans also runs routes to Portola Valley, though mainly used for Corte Madera School.

See
There is many hikes around Portola Valley, including Portola Redwoods State Park.

Do
Hiking is one of the main activities you can do within Portola Valley.

Drink

Alcohol is also available at other restaurants (except Portola Valley Deli) And also available at Roberts Market (On Portola Road.)

Sleep
There are no hotels in Portola Valley. However, lodging is available in nearby Menlo Park and Woodside.

Go next
Going onto Highway 280 is your best bet of leaving Portola Valley. Highway 280 leads to bigger towns and cities, such as San Francisco. You can also use Highway 84 to reach the coast, but usually takes longer.

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Porto-Novo

Porto-Novo is the capital of Benin, located on the coast in the southeastern part of the country. Benin’s second largest city of approximately 250,000 people is a nice change of pace from the bustling Cotonou and has many nice features.

Understand
It is an easy one-hour car ride from Cotonou, and only 20 minutes from the beach.

Porto Novo, named by the Portuguese in the 1500s, still shows significant Portuguese influence. For its size, Porto Novo has quite of bit of culture and tourist attractions. Ouando, a district 3 km north of the city center, has a large market and pretty good nightlife.

By plane
Although the capital of Benin, one must fly in to Cotonou and take a taxi (600cfa) to Porto Novo.

By minibus or taxi
Minibuses and taxis go to Cotonou regularly and are cheap (600cfa for the 45 minute trip). You will most likely end up at the big market Dantopka in Cotonou unless you choose to descend somewhere before that. It can be quite intimidating getting out there especially in peak times. You will be immediately surrounded with people wanting to give you rides. They will grab your bags and start to usher you to their moto or car, so make sure you have a good handle on things before stepping out of the car.

Also, from the Porto Novo auto gare, there are taxis to Abomey and Lagos, Nigeria. For traveling north, head to Marche Ouanho and say you are looking for a car for your destination. Every hour or so, when filled, cars leave for Pobé and Ketou.

By boat
There are pirogues leaving from Porto arriving less-visited lake villages nearby. Ask around down by the lagoon, about 50 m east of the bridge for prices. No fixed prices, but usually expect to pay around CFA 2,000 round trip.

Get around
Traffic isn't overwhelming like in Cotonou. However, like Cotonou, the best way and easiest way to see Porto Novo is by zemidjan. A full day with driver waiting on you should cost CFA 5,000 maximum. Not bad.

See

The unique and perhaps most colorful building in West Africa is the 19th century Brazilian style church now converted into a mosque. A must-see.

Do

 * Centre Songhai. Project Songhai has an interesting story and is a good example of a self-sustaining learning community. They attract students from all over West Africa for agriculture studies and they are pioneers in waste management and resourcefulness.  The compound includes a dormitory residence, beautiful open-air conference centers, cyber café, nice restaurants and bar, and a small general store with fresh produce.

There is in mid- January a fete which celebrates Afro-Brazilian legacy is a large festival of food, music, and dancing; definitely worth checking out if you are around. Contact Musee de Silva for more information.

Ask around in Ouando, there is a decent swimming pool.

Across from the National Assembly, there are two nice parks with an outdoor patio/restaurant, and walking paths.

Buy
There are about four supermarkets with lots of variety. The big ones to ask for are Champignon, Paniere, Universe 7, all located on the same boulevard through town.

 * Adjarra Market, located 10 km north of Porto. Held every fourth day, this market is certainly one of the best in Benin.  One can find unique types of tie-dyed fabric, amazing pottery, unusual musical instruments, various voodoo ornaments, and of course mainstream market items.
 * Ouando Market is the largest market in the city.

Budget

 * Loving Hut, vegetarian or probably even vegan. +22961 39 29 91

Mid-range

 * AfricanFoodseum, 3ème Arrondissement. Kind of a novelty showcasing local fare. +229 62 74 76 28

Splurge
Hotels Dona, Beaurivage, and Ambassadeurs have restaurants with both big menus and big prices.

Sleep

 * Hotel Beaurivage, tel. 21 23 99. Rooms from CFA 16,000. Comfortable, air-conditioned rooms overlooking the lagoon in the western part of town.
 * Hotel Dona, tel. 22 30 52. Rooms from CFA 17,000. Just north of city center, this hotel is most expensive but nicer than the others.
 * Hotel Les Ambassadeurs, +229 64 64 64 10. Hotel with glass exterior juxtaposed with surrounding mud/metal shanties.
 * MB-Group Hotel, has a dining area on site as well. +229 63 10 05 64

Connect
There are plenty of internet cafes that work well especially in the town center. Prices are usually around CFA 400 per hour.

Go next

 * Dangbo
 * Aguegue
 * Avrankou

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Porto Pino

Porto Pino is a town in southwest Sardinia.

Understand
Porto Pino features long beaches, coves with crystal clear water and pink sand, dunes, cliffs, pine forests, amazing backdrops, and within vineyards, caves, forests and a great deal of culture.

By car
For the great variety of places to see around the availability of a car is recommended.

From Cagliari (Porto or Aeroporto Elmas)
1. Follow the signs to the highway to 4 lanes Iglesias (will cross Assemini-Decimomannu-Siliqua museum) - 2. After passing the exit to exit Museum DS Villamassargia-Carbonia - 3. At the traffic light Villamassargia a DS for Carbonia (4 lanes) - 4. Near Carbonia continue up and take the SS126 direction S. Antioco - 5. We will be on SS with various round exit Carbonia - straight ahead. - 6. Continue in the direction of San Giovanni Suergiu and cross it. - 7. Staying on the coast, after a detour to Porto Botte finish great bend slightly uphill and out of a DS on the SP73 (ref. Directorate Villarios-Cannigonis) - 8. Stay on the coast road SP73 to the bottom of the T Is Pillonis where there will be a DS for Porto Pino.

 * Note: the shortest path are cross-mountainous part between Siliqua and Giba, very scenic with beautiful lakes, but a bit 'twisty.

Da Olbia (Porto or Aeroporto)- Porto Torres - Alghero
1. Follow the signs for highway 131 to 4 lanes for Cagliari 2. We pass Oristano 3. After passing the exit to exit Sanluri DS Samassi on SS197 4. Continue for Vallermosa and cross it. After about 500m from the end of the town at the fork to hold the DS (direz. Domusnovas) 5. After about 7km you will find a street on the SN with a small junction - turn SN 6. Near the junction with highway 130 to hold the DS in the direction Iglesias 7. After passing the exit to exit at Museum DS Villamassargia Carbonia-8. At the traffic light Villamassargia a DS for Carbonia (4 lanes) 9. Near Carbonia continue up and take the SS126 direction S. Antioco 10. We will be on SS with various round exit Carbonia - straight ahead. 11. Continue in the direction of San Giovanni Suergiu and cross it. 12. Staying on the coast, after a detour to Porto Botte finish great bend slightly uphill and out of a DS on the SP73 (ref. Directorate Villarios-Cannigonis) 13. Stay on the coast road SP73 to the bottom of the T Is Pillonis where there will be a DS for Porto Pino.

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Port Orange

Port Orange is a city in Volusia County, East Central Florida. Port Orange is considered to be part of the Greater Daytona Beach Area, although Port Orange does have its own mailing address, separate from Daytona Beach. Tourism marketing continues to tie these two cities together.

Understand
Port Orange is made up of several distinct neighborhoods. The city encompasses 26.4 square miles and is home to over 50,000 residents. While it has a city center surrounding a lake, there isn't a commercial downtown area, as it's not a particularly tourist-oriented destination. It is farther from the beaten path than either Daytona Beach or New Smyrna Beach, cities to the north and south respectively, but enough of it is upscale that it's worth a visit for its shopping and partially-suburban, partially-urban landscape.

History
The original settlers of the Port Orange area were the Timucuan and Seminole Indians. During Florida's plantation period, Patrick Dean was granted 995 acres in 1804 from the Spanish Crown which later was named the Dunlawton Plantation. The fertile soil was favorable for citrus, indigo, and sugar cane which could be shipped to market on the Halifax River. The plantation was destroyed by the Seminole Indians during the Second Seminole War in 1836. The Dunlawton Sugar Mill on Old Sugar Mill Road is the last remnant of the old plantation.

The second major era for Port Orange occurred after the Civil War. Dr. John Milton Hawks, an abolitionist and United States Army Surgeon, along with other Union Army officers formed the Florida Land and Lumber Company and brought 500 freed slaves to public lands along the Halifax River, north of Spruce Creek in 1866. Dr. Hawks moved the settlement he was credited with naming Orange Port in February 1867 from the Mosquito Inlet (Ponce Inlet) to where the community lies today. By April 1867, the settlement's name change to Port Orange because another town in the United States already had the former name. Port Orange was incorporated in 1926.

By plane
Port Orange only offers Spruce Creek Airport, a small private airport, which is part of the Spruce Creek Fly-In real estate community. If you need to fly here, you will need to find a commercial flight arriving to either Daytona Beach International Airport (the closest), Orlando International Airport, or Jacksonville International Airport.

By train
Amtrak offers the Amtrak Auto Train service with its southern Terminus located in Sanford (Florida), about 35 miles west of Port Orange. The Amtrak Auto Train carries passengers and automobiles between Sanford and Lorton, Virginia, effectively serving as a car-rail link from Florida to the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. You can easily drive your car into Port Orange after departing from the Auto Train.

Amtrak offers regular passenger service with the closest stop being near the city of DeLand. This stop is rather remote and is not recommended as an option.

By bus
Greyhound Bus Lines offers bus service to nearby Daytona Beach. Upon arrival at the Daytona Beach bus station, you will need to either transfer to a local Volusia County bus or take a taxicab to complete your trip to Port Orange.

By car
Port Orange is easily accessed by car, as Interstate 95 passes by just west of the city, and U.S. Highway 1 passes through the center of the city; it is named "South Ridgewood Avenue."

By bus
Votran is the name of the local Volusia County bus service, which also provides a public transit connection to nearby Daytona Beach. The buses offer service in Port Orange, M-Sa 7AM-7PM. Votran is a cheap way to get around and is handicap accessible. The website provides maps and timetables. Buses travel to most sites and places of interest. Cost: $1.75 per trip, or $3.75 for a one-day bus pass (Valid for all routes).

By car
Getting around by car is generally easy and convenient in Port Orange. The major roads are all wide and easy to drive on with all the major areas signposted, but traffic jams around major intersections are common in the afternoons, and around the tourist areas on Saturday nights. Important roads in the city include Williamson Boulevard in the west, Dunlawton Boulevard connecting the east/west portions of the city, and US-1 going from north to south in the east. Traffic can be heavy on Dunlawton and slow on US-1.

Events
One of the largest annual events in Volusia is Port Orange Family Days held in October. This four-day festival which takes place at the City Center Complex focuses on celebration of family and quality of life in Port Orange and features a carnival, business and non-profit expo, children's games, parade, food court and entertainment.

Golf

Learn
Daytona State College has one campus in Daytona Beach and another in New Smyrna Beach/Edgewater.

Connect

 * Seven digit dialing is in effect for local calls in Port Orange. The local area code is (386).

Internet
It is common for many of the larger hotels and lodgings in the area to offer free internet access for their guests.

Public libraries
Public libraries in the area offer free computer internet access to Volusia County residents. There is a small charge for non-residents.

Stay safe
Florida has a high occurrence of hurricanes. You might want to check the Hurricane safety page if you are visiting Florida. Beware of lightning in the central part of the state. Also, there is a high occurrence of tornadoes in Florida, so check the Tornado safety page.

Port Orange has varying crime intensity by neighborhood. Tourist areas rarely have violent crimes, but theft is an occasional occurrence. The 911 number for fire and police emergencies is in effect in Port Orange.

Go next

 * Daytona Beach - Port Orange's famous neighbor to the north offers NASCAR racing and other special events.
 * Daytona Beach Shores - A quiet, small city northeast of Port Orange along the beach peninsula.
 * New Smyrna Beach - Just to the south of Port Orange lies New Smyrna Beach. The city lays claim to excellent backwater and offshore fishing, golf, historical sites, cultural events and eclectic shopping and dining experiences along historical Flagler Avenue and Canal Street.
 * Ponce Inlet - A scenic fishing village located the southern tip of the beach peninsula. Here you will find the historic Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, Marine Science Center, local charter fishing boats, along with several of the area's best seafood restaurants.

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Port Orchard

Port Orchard is located on the Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound region of Washington state. Like many towns in the area Port Orchard used to be only accessible by boat, and the town grew around the harbor. Its downtown core has kept its original small-town character and is accessible by foot from the harbor.

Understand
It is 13 miles due west of West Seattle and connected to Seattle and Vashon Island via the Washington State Ferries run to Southworth.

Port Orchard has grown considerably from its beginnings and includes spread-out suburbs and big box stores. From the waterfront Port Orchard offers commanding views of the Sinclair Inlet and nearby Bremerton with its historic naval shipyard. The city is very family-friendly, with child-friendly parks, a library with activities for kids, and friendly neighborhoods. Port Orchard's identity is anchored in its connections to the past, and its vision of the future. Port Orchard began as a booming lumber town called Sidney and became Kitsap County’s first incorporated city in 1890. It wooed the county seat away from Port Madison on Bainbridge Island in 1893 and remains the center of county government.

By car
The main highways to Port Orchard are WA Highway 3 from Shelton, north through the county to the Hood Canal Bridge near the northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula. From Tacoma and Interstate 5, take WA Highway 16 north from Tacoma across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, then follow Highway 16 through Gig Harbor then take one of the several exits marked for Port Orchard.

By boat
Arriving by water, you'll find a large, destination public marina making Port Orchard a favored boating venue. Marina Park, with its boardwalk and covered gazebo, offers beach access and is the site of the summer outdoor Farmers' Market and the center of town is within steps of the marina. There is a buffer zone around US Navy vessels and facilities to the north.

Get around
Although Port Orchard is quite spread out and as a whole is mostly appropriate for car travel. The historic downtown shopping area is small and very accessible on foot or bike and includes easy access from the foot ferry and marina.

See

Museums
Port Orchard has several small museums all within walking distance from downtown and the marinas. This is a great way to explore some local art or learn more about Port Orchards maritime history.

State parks

Events

 * April -Port Orchard Farmers Market Opens
 * May -Kitsap Harbor Festival: Bremerton.Port Orchard Marina
 * May -Annual Seagull Calling Festival - Port Orchard Waterfront Park
 * May- Concerts on the Bay (usually Thursday evenings)-Port Orchard Waterfront Park
 * June/July
 * June- Fathoms O’ Fun Grand Parade- Downtown
 * July 4th- Fathoms O’ Fun Grand Fireworks- Sinclair Inlet
 * July -Chris Craft Rendezvous- PO Marina
 * August - The Cruz Classic Car Show and Festival by the Bay
 * August - Olalla Bluegrass Festival- Olalla
 * Sept- Taste of Port Orchard- Port Orchard Waterfront Park
 * December- Festival of Chimes & Lights

Birdwatching
The Kitsap Audubon Society has been actively meeting since 1972 and has a broad coalition of birders actively tracking and sharing sightings since then. They also maintain an active website with updates of the latest sightings, suggestions on areas for birders and even a regular newsletter. They also developed a checklist of birds likely to be seen birds in the area.

The state Audubon Society developed 'The Great Audubon Birding Trail' which includes key migration flyways. Flyways are major north-south routes of travel for migratory birds and likely areas to see birds along the route extending from Alaska to Patagonia. The Sinclair Inlet north of Port Orchard is one of only a handful of locations in the area along the trail and an excellent area for birdwatching.

Golf
Port Orchard is blessed with several of the top golf courses in the state some of which offer shuttle service to their courses from the marina for those arriving by boat.

Sea kayaking
Sea kayaking can be a rewarding way to explore the Kitsap Peninsulas' nearly 400 miles of coastline and Port Orchard is a popular place to launch with its convenient downtown boat launch giving paddlers a closeup look of the harbor and the nearby naval shipyard. There is a buffer around military vessels and ferry traffic is common, but shipping lanes are easily avoidable by boating close to shore and there is still plenty to see and do. Port Orchard is also home to the Port Orchard Paddle Club organizing many local kayaking events.

Kayak trails
Organized trails offer overnight camping options and maps of appropriate lengths and scenic travel destinations.

Scuba diving
Scuba diving the cold waters of the Puget Sound takes a bit more gear and training than warm water locations, but the rewards are incredible. The area offers some of the best diving in the world and many areas are accessible from the Port Orchard via boat. The state offers a guide to parks with launch sites HERE.

Dive areas
Watermans Wall is a well-known advanced dive accessible by boat near Port Orchard. When rounding Point Glover, you will see a very prominent navigational marker on a large concrete foundation on the shore to your left (mistaken for a lighthouse by some). Find the wall with a depth sounder on a straight line between this navigational marker and a little red house on the far shore that sits all by itself. This puts you just south of the marker, with the wall starting in about 75 yards offshore. Anchor in about 40 feet of water on the shelf above the wall, about 10 yards from the wall. The wall starts in about 50 feet of water.

The wall has some shear faces, lengthy ledges, boulders, rock piles, and some large crevices. Here you can find most of the famous marine creatures that make Puget Sound the marine-life Mecca that it is. Lots of little Pink Scallops and some big Rock Scallops, Giant Barnacles, a wide assortment of sea stars including Sunflower Stars. Brown Rockfish and Quillback Rockfish, Lingcod, Buffalo Sculpins and Orange, purple, and yellow sponges are in abundance, as are yellow Sea Lemons nudibranchs. Wolf Eels and Giant Pacific Octopus can be seen here also. However, the steep terrain and currents make this an advanced dive.

Conservation areas

 * Well-known to regional scuba divers, Orchard Rocks Conservation Area is located northeast of Manchester State Park in the waters and bedlands of Rich Passage within a 400-yard radius of Orchard Rocks day marker and accessible by boat from Port Orchard. The natural bedrock and boulders provide habitats for rock-associated fish and invertebrate species. Copper rockfish and quillback rockfish once were common at this site but now are rare. Brown rockfish are common as are lingcod, red Irish lord, buffalo sculpin, striped seaperch, and pile perch. Kelp greenling, painted greenling, and cabezon are consistently present in the reserve. Dominant invertebrates include red rock crab, spider crabs, red sea cucumber, and orange sea cucumber. Harbor seals frequently visit the site and are often seen hauled out on the exposed rocks at low tide. California sea lions are also commonly observed at the site and may be seen hauled out on nearby navigational buoys.

Buy
Port Orchard has expanded over the years to include strip malls, big box stores and chain fast food, however through these changes the historic downtown core which is accessible by foot from the marina has kept its small town character intact and is well worth exploring.

Eat
Like the rest of the area, Seafood is a specialty so look for seasonal specials and locally sourced ingredients. Dungeness crabs, clams, oysters, mussels, and of course, Salmon can all be found in abundance but look also for fresh produce from local farms. Blackberry season towards the end of summer usually means these tasty local berries will find their way into local dessert menus. Port Orchard offers a variety of dining options, including seafood, Italian, gourmet hot dogs and hamburgers and of course, pizza.

Coffee
Like the rest of Puget Sound, Port Orchard takes its coffee pretty seriously. Chain shops like Starbucks are prevalent but try these coffee shops for some local flavor.

Bars
Bars are scattered across the area. However, there are enough of them downtown close to the marina to be able to perform a mini bar crawl.

Camping
Nearby Manchester State Park offers 35 tent spaces, 15 utility spaces, and two restrooms/showers. Several campsites are reserved for non-motorized campers such as kayakers or bicyclists.

By car
Olalla and Gig Harbor are to the south, Manchester and Manchester State Park is to the east and Bremerton is to the north via Highway 3 to the west by driving around the inlet.

By boat
Located on the Sinclair Inlet, Port Orchard is an excellent starting point for exploring the area by water. Bremerton and its historic Naval Shipyard and convenient marina are directly across the water via boat or foot ferry. Bainbridge Island, Manchester State Park, and Blake Island State Park are also nearby to the east.

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Portorož

Portorož (Italian: Portorose) is a town in the Coast and Karst region of Slovenia.

Understand
Portorož (Italian: Portorose, literally "Port of Roses"), is an Adriatic - Mediterranean coast settlement in the Municipality of Piran in south-west of Slovenia. Its modern development began in the late 19th century with appearance of first health resorts. In the early 20th century, it became one of the grandest seaside resorts in Central Europe, along with Opatija, Lido and Grado, then as part of the Austrian Littoral. It is now one of the country's major tourist areas. Located in the centre is the Hotel Palace, once one of the most important resorts for the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, and one of the finest hotels between Venice and Dubrovnik.

By air
Portorož has its own international airport,, which is the smallest of the 3 international airports in Slovenia. It has limited capacity and few international flights, however, it is used for charter flights and general aviation.

By bus
All buses to or from Piran stop in Portorož along the way.

A travel planner for buses is available at https://www.ap-ljubljana.si/en/

Get around
City bus is connecting Portorož with Piran, Bernardin and Lucija every 15 minutes or longer.

Go next

 * Piran. A bus links Portorož to nearby Piran, a beautifully preserved gem of a Venetian city.
 * Trieste is the nearest larger city.
 * Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia and a two-hour bus drive from Portoroz
 * Venice can be reached by boat or bus.

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Porto Santo

Porto Santo is the northernmost and easternmost island in Portugal's Madeira archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean. The only significant settlement on the island is the town of "Vila Baleira". The island is about 9km long, and the main industry is tourism.

Porto Santo is an ultra-peripheral region of the European Union.

Understand

Porto Santo (POHR-too SUHN-too, /ˈpoɾ.tu ˈsɐ̃.tu/) has 5,483 residents (2011).

By plane

It takes roughly one and a half hours to fly to Porto Santo from the airports at Lisbon and Porto.

By car
Insularcar, Moinho Rent-a-Car, Auto Jardim, and Rodavante.
 * Rent a Car - Porto Santo has a good road network, that links the main points of the island. Several companies rent cars in Porto Santo, such as:

See

Do

 * Porto Santo's beaches - With 9 km of beach, these are the best beaches in the archipelago. They are also known for their alleged healing properties, relieving the pain of rheumatism and helping to accelerate the recovery of bone fractures.
 * The "Nossa Senhora da Graça" Feast - The main feast of the island. The feast is composed by a mass, followed by a procession and an "arraial", a traditional party.

Go next
Madeira - The larger island of Madeira is only 15 minutes away by flight. A visit to the beautiful city of Funchal and the Madeirense countryside would be a good idea. Boats can also be rented for the trip.

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Porto Santo Stefano

Porto Santo Stefano is a city in Tuscany.

History
Porto Santo Stefano is the capital of the municipality of Monte Argentario, in the province of Grosseto. It is one of the 2 major towns that form the townships along with Porto Ercole. The town is divided into 4 historical districts, all with their own banner. The Cross, whose nobles are called crociaioli, coat of arms depicts a gray seagull on a red background and at the bottom the red cross of St. Andrew on a white background The Fortress, whose nobles are called fortezzaioli; coat of arms depicts a Spanish fortress in gold on a red background on the left, and a golden horse to the right on an amaranth background. The Pilarella, whose nobles are called pilarellai; coat of arms depicts a golden vase in a red background on the left, and a light gray dolphin on the right on a blue background. The Valley, whose nobles are called vallaioli; coat of arms depict an axe and the lighthouse.

See
Among the most important events taking place in Porto Santo Stefano, the most important is the "Palio marinaro" an annual 4000 m rowing regatta (with boats known as "Guzzi") which is held every August between the 4 districts.

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Porto Seguro

Porto Seguro is in the southern part of the Brazilian state of Bahia. The region possesses amazing beaches and preserved areas of Mata Atlântica, an original tropical jungle found by the Portuguese discoverers in the year 1500.

By car

 * BR-367 is the main road into town, connecting from Eunápolis, about 60 km to the west, where it crosses BR-101. It also follows along the coast from Santa Cruz Cabrália to the north.

By bus
If you are already in Brazil, it is cheaper to take a bus from a major city than to fly. You can take a bus from Salvador. It is an overnight bus ride that takes around 12 hours.

Get around
If you are staying in the downtown area, you can walk most places. You can actually walk down the hill from the bus station to down town. If you are unfamiliar with the city and have bags, it's better to get a taxi.

If you book tours, they will provide transportation. There is also a bus system if you want to get out of down town. To see Arraial d'Ajuda, take the ferry across the river and take a bus to Arraial.

By buggy
There are numerous reputable buggy rental companies with offices around the center of town. Prices range from R$ 60-80 per day.

Steer well clear of the car rental company Terra Matter. Their buggies are very poorly maintained. In the case of a breakdown, they offer absolutely no compensation.

See

 * Replica of Pedro Alvares Cabral's Ship You can walk there from downtown.  It's north of downtown on the beach.  If it's closed, you can see all you really need to see from the beach.

 * Historic City - Up the hill near the bus station is a historic area that has some of the first houses and churches the Portuguese built in Brazil. There are local "guides" that stand at the top of the stairs and give decent tours of the historic city but it's tough to find one who speaks English.

Do

 * Recife de Fora - This is a very popular tour. During low tide, the tour guides will take you out to the reef so you can see the sea life in the reef. Be aware that in the tour they have you stand on the reef which kills the reef. This tour is not recommended because by taking the tour, you are contributing to the destruction of the reef.
 * Pirata Island -
 * Arraial d’Ajuda Eco Parque - This water park is across the river from Porto Seguro in Arraial d'Ajuda. Be sure to check the operating hours before you take a trip across the river. On the off season, they are not open every day.
 * Praia do Espelho - Curuípe has one of the best rated beaches in all of the country. Don't forget to stop at the indigenous village and see the sloths on the way.
 * Praia do Espelho - Curuípe has one of the best rated beaches in all of the country. Don't forget to stop at the indigenous village and see the sloths on the way.

Scuba diving
Although Porto Seguro is not a diving destination, you can go diving here. Most dive trips are around Recife de Fora at a shallow depth (max. 8 m). Visibility is rather poor at only a few meters.

Drink
Porto Seguro's nightlife is one of the most popular attractions for young people.

Go next

 * Arraial d'Ajuda, or simply Arraial, is a small town south of Porto Seguro. You can get there by crossing the river on the ferry and taking a quick bus ride.  It is also included in many of the tour packages.
 * Trancoso - The easiest way to get to Trancoso is to take a tour. If you want to explore on your own, you can rent a car and drive there.  The beach in Trancoso is beautiful.

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Porto Torres

Porto Torres is a town in northern Sardinia. Its main attraction is the Asinara National Park. The Aragonese seaport tower is considered the symbol of the city. Other main attractions are the Roman bridge of Riu Mannu and the Basilica of Saint Gavinus.

Understand
The town includes two islands, Asinara and the smaller Isola Piana, which sit off the Northwestern tip of Sardinia. The islands form the Asinara National Park. In 2020, the town was home to 22,000 people.

Founded during the 1st century BC as Colonia Iulia Turris Libisonis, it was the first Roman colony of the island. It sits on the coast about 25 km (16 mi) east of Falcone Cape in the centre of the Gulf of Asinara. The port of Porto Torres is the second biggest seaport of the island, followed by the port of Olbia.

Get in
The town is very close to the main city of Sassari.

By plane
Alghero airport is the nearest one to the town (40 min. by bus).

By boat

A shuttle bus operates in the port.

By bus
Buses to Sassari, Alghero, Castelsardo, Stintino (ARST), Olbia (Sunlines) and other destinations.

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Porto-Vecchio

Porto-Vecchio is the third largest town on the French island of Corsica.

Understand
You will find in Porto-Vecchio a unique mix of both idyllic unspoilt beaches along Corsica's southern coast and breathtaking mountain scenery. The city boasts an historical Old Town bustling with picturesque bars, restaurants, designer boutiques, hotels and a beautiful marina in the majestic Porto-Vecchio gulf, attracting international yachts.

By plane
The closest airport is Figari South Corsica Airport (approx. 23 km south-west of Porto-Vecchio):

By bus
There are buses from other major Corsican towns: Bonifacio, Ajaccio, Bastia, Zonza, Conca, Figari.

By boat
There are connections by ferry with Marseille (by Corsica Linea). See also Bonifacio for ferries to Sardinia.

By car
If driving to town in the summer months, it is best to arrive very early, before 10:00 (or even 09:00 in August) to ensure parking near the town center. On cloudy or rainy days in August traffic jams may stretch 2 hours long getting into or through town.

Get around
The center of Porto-Vecchio is best navigated on foot, as the town has a one-way traffic system that makes it virtually impossible to navigate by a car.

See

 * Other beaches include the Plage de Palombaggia, Plage de Saint Cyprien, Plage de Pinarello and Plage de Tarco. You can find a nudist beach resort at La Chiappa.

Do
Scuba-diving is excellent in the Iles Cerbicales, about 20 min boat ride round the headland. These rocky islets are part of a marine reserve that span the straits to Sardinia, so there are plenty of grouper, barracuda, morays, and smaller stuff down to neon tetras. Dive operators include Plongee Nature, based at 9 Av de Georges Pompidou facing the marina. About €50 for a one-tank dive. If later you're driving inland, many island roads crest at over 1000 m altitude, so allow a suitable interval after surfacing.

Buy
Porto-Vecchio has several souvenir shops, as well as some stores selling specialty Corsican food, such as wild boar sausage and local cheeses. There are several hyper-markets (bigger than super markets) just north of town along the main road.

Eat
The town has dozens of excellent restaurants, some with beautiful views over the harbour, and a main square where you can sip your latte while people watching.

Connect
As of June 2022, Porto-Vecchio has 4G from Buoygues and SFR, and 5G from Free and Orange.

Go next

 * Bonifacio is perched on cliffs at Corsica's south tip and has ferries to Sardinia.
 * Ajaccio is the pleasant island capital where Napoleon was born.

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Porto Velho

Porto Velho is the capital of the state of Rondônia in Brazil. At first sight for the traveler, Porto Velho has little to offer but a main street with rather uninteresting shops that can be found anywhere else in Brasil. Look a bit beyond that, and you'll find Porto Velho a lively community with plenty to keep you occupied.

Understand
Porto Velho started to exist about 1910, with the start of the construction of the Madeira-Mamoré railway. As a city, it's fairly young. Don't expect to see colonial architecture or old buildings. For exploration, rent a car for a few days as there is no tourist infrastructure whatsoever. You will need local help in finding the interesting places, as there is no formal tourist office.

By train
Although Porto Velho has a railway station there are no trains in or out of the city. For tourist purposes the train was expected to work but don't expect this to happen at any time in the near future. For the Maria Fumaça telenovela part of the track has been cleaned.

By car

 * From Rio Branco, follow the BR-364, 544 km. From Cuiabá, take the BR-070, then BR-174, and then the BR-364, total distance 1456 km.

By bus
From the Rodoviária (bus station) there are buses to most big cities in Brazil. Cuiabá is 24 hours away, Brasilia is 36 - 48 hours away, and São Paulo/Rio de Janeiro are about 60 hours. To the west the nearest big city is Rio Branco, about 7 - 10 hours away, all depending on the type of bus service you buy.

The town of Guajará-Mirim on the border with Bolivia is five hours away, and from the small airport across the border there are flights to anywhere and everywhere in Bolivia.

Transacreana buses go all the way to Recife, in the Atlantic coast, almost 5,000 km away. Tel.: (11) 6698-7399 and (61) 8402-8418.

Eucatur is the main line in this region with well equipped buses and staff.

By boat
There is a boat to Manaus two-three times per week. Hammock class (bring your own hammock) is about R$100, a cabin R$300, and a double cabin R$350. Prices are somewhat negotiable. Before booking a boat make sure to check the boat, captain and crew out and try to negotiate with them instead of one of the 3 or 4 agents at the entrance of the harbour. Take care walking in the harbour area, it is not one of the nicest places to be in, take as little as possible with you when going there.

See

 * Railway station Estação da Ferrovia, Ferroviária. Built as compensation for Brazil taking over the state of Acre from Bolivia, and to transport rubber and other Amazon produce. Since long not operational, the station is rapidly suffering from decline. The once excellent museum is now closed for reforms, with nobody able to tell when it will open again. The trains have long since seen their last maintenance due to lack of funding. For the novela Maria Fumaça part of the track was restored. The train was also supposed to be operational for tourism purposes, but the project has not finished to date. All in all, the terrain is interesting enough to see and imagine the hardship it took to build in the heat.

 * There's a small promenade (Beira Rio) with a number of bars looking out over the Rio Madeira at the end of Av. 7 de Setembro. A nice place to watch the sunset.
 * Caixas D'água, Porto Velho's post card. Built for the Bolivia railway now 3 water towers on a square in reform. To get there: Facing the entrance of the railway station go to your right and keep walking. Can't miss. Sometimes illuminated at night for nice photos. To make the best one go to the last square on 7 de Septembro, walk up to the Clube da Ferrovia and turn left.
 * Casa da Cultura just off the square with the Caixas D'água. Here you'll find changing expositions by local artists and once done an exhibition of local culture. Free.

 * Catedral On Dom Pedro II the main church of Porto Velho. Simple on both the inside and outside but well worth a visit.

 * Weekly Market Porto Velho hosts a lively weekly market, Feira Cai na Agua, turn left at the Clube da Ferrovia on 7 de Setembro. Starting as early as 05:00 on Sundays, this is your opportunity to buy and taste good local flavors such as açaí, tacacá, vatapá, molho tucupi apimentado or see a live chicken slaughter on the off side of the market. Lots of local fruit and vegetables, fresh caldo de cana (sugarcane juice) and açaí. Try the last one with guaraná, banana and granola.
 * Edificio Feitoza is one of the older structures in the centre. dated 1945.

Do
When available do go and eat an açaí with guaraná and granola. You'll love the taste of this dark brown sweet local fruit. On the weekly market or on the central square get a vatapá or tacacá. Maybe you won't like the taste but when you eat the included green leaves in the latter, you'll be sure to have a numb tongue for an hour or so.

As there is virtually no tourist infrastructure in Porto Velho, you'll be better off renting a car to explore the surroundings. Go either west on the BR-364 and look for signs Candeias, the place where Porto Velho actually started (to be reached by local bus as well). Move a bit up and visit the cemetery or visit the Santo Antonio waterfall. To the west take the balsa and drive up to Humaitá (about 200 km, no gas intermediate gas stations) on the road to Manaus.

Rent a car from a respected car rental agency; The cost of car rental is about R$100 per day excluding insurance (about R$25 per day). Make sure you rent your car at the local Hertz, Localiza or Avis. They are close to the rodoviária (bus station). When you exit walk to your right and look for it on the other side of the road. There are plenty of other car rental places around but you will probably end up renting a car from a private person with no guarantees nor insurance. The costs are about the same so don't expose yourself to the risks involved with renting from private persons.

Buy
Nothing much typical to buy here except or the wooden replicas of the Caixas d'água or a hammock when you want to undertake the boat trip to Manaus. There are some souvenir shops on and close to 7 de Setembro if you want to give it a try.

Eat

 * SESC Centro, For a real cheap and if you like healthy meal go here. Next to the postoffice (correios) on Av. 7 de Setembro on Dutra. Government subsidised training centre/ school.
 * Restaurante Clube Ferroviaria, Av. 7 de Setembro, two blocks from the river, in a sports complex. Comida por kilo place, serving the standard rice and beans for reasonable prices. Good service.

Budget

 * Cha, a little bit further up on Dutra you will find one of the better Por Quilo's you'll ever find at around R$20 per kilo.

Mid-range

 *  Nova Roma  At the end of 7 Septembro right across the Mercado Municipal you'll find one of 3 branches of Nova Roma, a very good, efficient and hygienic Panificadora. You'll probably have the best hamburger in Porto Velho if not the entire Amazon region. The Nova Roma Especial at R$6.95 serves most as a complete meal. Make sure Paulo does the cooking. First time visitors will probably receive double the amount of suco (fruit juice) than ordered. Don't expect the same to happen at your next visit. If you don't like your juices too sweet order without sugar!

Drink
Every Tuesday, Thursdays and Saturdays there is a Forro (dance) at the Mirante I & II. Walk all the way up from Av. Farquar - parallel to the Beira Rio (riverside) and follow the noise a bit to your left. The street gets blocked, there is security, you probably will be checked entering, but don't let that set you off. You'll probably have a good time doing what the locals do.

For a bit more upscale experience take a taxi and go to a pseudo authentic beer brewery. The hot one in Porto Velho is Public Haus.

Budget
There are some cheap hotels just across the street from the Rodoviária.

 * Missionario Av. 7 de Setembro. Cheap, 10 reais for a room with fan, but many cockroaches and mosquitoes. Not very clean.
 * Nunes Av. 7 de Setembro. Cheap at R$45 for a room with fan - A/C, a bit noisy, friendly famaliy run. Lots of truckdrivers. Doubles as central 'love hotel'
 * Yara Av. 7 de Setembro. reasonable at R$65 a double. Rooms are better as Nunes, the beds seem to be made from the same hardboard.
 * Tia Carmen Av. Campos Sales 2895, (almost corner of Carlos Gomes) about six blocks from Av. 7 de Setembro. Most expensive rooms have a/c, private bathroom and tv, cheapest only a fan, for R$25. Clean, breakfast included, lanchonete in front of hotel.

Mid-range

 * Hotel Samaúma de Porto Velho Around R$125 but expect to pay more on holidays. Clean rooms, noisy AC, nice service. Breakfast included. Rua Dom Pedro II, 1038 - (69) 3224-5300 - hotel.samauma@hotmail.com

Stay safe
Porto Velho has the dubious honor of being one of the most dangerous cities in Brazil, so take care!

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Port Pirie

Port Pirie is a coastal town on the Spencer Gulf in South Australia, developed around its port and industry.

Get in
Port Pirie is just off the Port Augusta Highway (A1) around 250 km north of Adelaide, and an hour or so south of Port Augusta. The A1 leaves the coast at Port Wakefield and, with the exception of the salt lakes at Locheil, takes a direct route lacking in attractions. The Copper Coast Highway is an alternate route, hitting a few towns along the coast.

The Ghan and the Indian Pacific both pass through here but do not stop.

Premier Stateliner runs coach services daily.

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Portree

Portree (Gaelic: Port Rìgh) is the main village on the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. With a population of 2300 in 2022, it's the obvious base for exploring the island. The name means "King's Port", probably a reference to James V. It's not a ferry port but in bygone years was a significant port for emigration, for trade when the roads were just muddy tracks, and for naval patrols against the king's foes - in 1746 Bonnie Prince Charlie snuck through town under their noses.

(tel +44 1478 612992) is the tourist office, on Bayfield Road IV51 9EL, open Apr-Sep M-Sa 9:30AM-5PM, Oct-Mar M-Sa 10AM-4PM.

Get in
By bus: Citylink Bus 914 / 915 runs 2-3 times a day from Glasgow Buchanan Station, taking 8 hours via Glasgow Airport, Dumbarton, Loch Lomond west bank, Crianlarich, Glencoe, Fort William, Invergarry and Kyle of Lochalsh, then over the Skye Bridge to Broadford, Sligachan and Portree. Most buses continue to Uig ferry terminal.

Bus 917 runs twice a day from Inverness via Loch Ness and the Skye Bridge, then via Broadford and Sligachan to Portree; 3 hr 30 min.

Stagecoach Highlands Bus 52 runs three times a day from the ferry pier at Armadale via Broadford to Portree, 75 min.

Bus 56 runs 3-4 times M-Sa from Portree via Skeabost and Edinbane to Dunvegan (50 min) and Lonmore, with a couple continuing west to Colbost and Glendale.

Bus 57 circles the Trotternish peninsula. Bus 57C is clockwise, Portree > Uig > Flodigarry > Staffin > Portree and 57A is anti-clockwise the reverse route. It runs every 2-3 hours M-F plus Sa Apr-Oct and Su May-Sep

is the bus stand. No facilities beyond a draughty perspex shelter, but it's surrounded by pubs and eating places.

By car follow the main road A87 across the toll-free Skye Bridge and continue northwest.

Get around
Almost everything in town is within 5 minutes walk. You might want to take a bus to the Co-op supermarket on the edge of town.

Taxi firms are Gus's (+44 1478 613000), Don's (+44 1478 613100), BW's (+44 1478 612865), Portree Taxi Tours (+44 7384 284373), Lynx (+44 1478 611909) and Portree Taxi (+44 1478 612444). Any of these can do island tours.

Bikes on the Brae hires bikes including mountain and e-bikes, and has a coffee shop. They're open Tu-Sa 10AM-4PM.

Car rental is available from Morrisons (+44 1478 612688).

See

 * has colourful houses and shingle beach, with attractive hills sheltering the bay from the ocean gales.
 * is the headland just south of town; events are often held here. The Apothecary Tower is a folly of 1830, wrecked by a storm of 1978 but rebuilt, and you can ascend the interior steps for fine views. The hills seen east across the channel are the island of Raasay; until the 20th century you could only get from one end of that island to the other by ferry to Skye and out again.
 * are a cascade on the road between Lochs Fada and Leathan. By this point the Old Man of Storr should be in view, unless the clouds are right down and you're not destined to see him today.
 * is the contorted landscape created 10,000 years ago when its ice straitjacket melted and there was a 20-mile long landslide along the east coast of Trotternish. This exposed the rugged peak of The Storr (719 m, 2359 ft), with the distinct 50-m pinnacle of The Old Man of Storr. The Old Man can be seen from the road, an anti-clockwise circuit gives the best views. Or hike up for a closer look: Walkhighlands suggest a 3-mile, 3-hour return hike. Signage at the car park indicates a two hour hike, but this is over-optimistic.
 *  See Uig for points further north in Trotternish, such as Kilt Rock, the Quiraing, and Museum of Island Life.

Do

 * What's on? See Skye Events for ceilidhs and live music, at various venues.
 * Isle of Skye Pipe Band parade on summer evenings, usually on Thursdays at 7PM around Somerled Square.
 * Look up your ancestors: Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre has records back to the 17th century. The bulk are 19th century, when many emigrated especially in the famine years. The Centre is within the Hostel on Dunvegan Rd, open M Tu Th 10AM-1PM, 2-5PM.
 * Boat trips from Portree harbour are run by Stardust and Spindrift. Wildlife spotting, fishing, and some trips land at Applecross or Rona.
 * Shinty: Skye Camanachd play in the MOWI Premiership, the top tier. The playing season is April-Oct.
 * Golf: see Sconser for Isle of Skye Golf Course.
 * Skye Live is a music festival held on The Lump, with the next probably on 8-10 May 2025, tbc.
 * Skye Highland Games are held on The Lump in August, with the next on W 7 Aug 2024.
 * Skye Agricultural Show is on the first Saturday of August on King George V playing fields on Park Road, with the next on Sa 3 Aug 2024.
 * Skye Agricultural Show is on the first Saturday of August on King George V playing fields on Park Road, with the next on Sa 3 Aug 2024.

Buy

 * Gulf filling station at the south edge of Portree has fuel for only a few pence more than mainland supermarket prices. It's open 24 hours.

Eat

 * Eating places, like accommodation, get booked solid in summer, and you may even face a long queue for takeaway fish & chips.

 * Somerled Square the bus stop has The Granary, Caledonian Cafe and Cuchullin restaurant.
 * The Quay has The Chippy, Cafe Arriba (below), Restaurant Rosedale, The Lower Deck (below) and Harbour Fish & Chips.
 * Dulse and Brose is within Bosville Hotel, open daily noon-2PM and 6-8:45PM.
 * An Talla Mòr 1820 on Bank St serves pub grub, open daily 11AM-1AM.
 * Prince of India on Bayfield Road gets poor reviews. It's open daily noon-11:30PM, cash only.
 * An Talla Mòr 1820 on Bank St serves pub grub, open daily 11AM-1AM.
 * Prince of India on Bayfield Road gets poor reviews. It's open daily noon-11:30PM, cash only.
 * Prince of India on Bayfield Road gets poor reviews. It's open daily noon-11:30PM, cash only.

Drink

 * Bars include Pier Hotel on Quay Street, Merchant Bar within Bosville Hotel, and Caberfeidh Bar and The Isles Inn on Somerled Square.
 * Distillery: Isle of Skye Distillers make gin and vodka in Portree. No tours, their shop is on Rathad na Slignich.

Sleep

 * There are over 50 B&Bs in Portree, which routinely sell out in summer, and the best are full up any time of year. You need to book early.

 * Tongadale Hotel is a simple place on Wentworth St by main square, noisy from the pub below, B&B double £130.
 * Tongadale Hotel is a simple place on Wentworth St by main square, noisy from the pub below, B&B double £130.
 * Tongadale Hotel is a simple place on Wentworth St by main square, noisy from the pub below, B&B double £130.
 * Tongadale Hotel is a simple place on Wentworth St by main square, noisy from the pub below, B&B double £130.

Connect
As of June 2024, Portree and its approach road A87 have a basic mobile signal from Three, 4G from O2 and Vodafone, and 5G from EE.

Go next

 * Portree is so central that you'll probably explore the whole island while based here, but you could relocate to Broadford or Armadale to see Sleat.
 * Raasay is usually done as a day-trip via Sconser. Stay longer if you want to unwind.
 * Uig is the ferry port for North Uist and Harris.

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Port Renfrew

Port Renfrew is a community of about 144 people (2016) on Vancouver Island in British Columbia.

Understand
Port Renfrew is the home of the Pacheedaht First Nation, meaning "People of the Sea Foam", who have traditional village sites in and around the main town centre. The West Coast Trail, a world-famous hiking trail built in 1907 along the west coast of Vancouver Island to save shipwrecked sailors, is on the Jordan River adjacent to Port Renfrew. During the days of sail, 1830–1925, 137 major shipping tragedies occurred in the immediate vicinity of the entrance to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. International recognition was given to this stretch of water off Port Renfrew. It became known as the Graveyard of the Pacific. Founded as Port San Juan, the settlers changed the name to honor Lord Renfrew who planned to settle crofters there. The name was changed due to mail being sent to the San Juan Islands instead of Port San Juan. Port Renfrew's bay is still called Port San Juan. Like many coastal Vancouver Island communities, Port Renfrew has a rich history in forestry and fishing.

By car
110 km from Victoria: take the Trans-Canada Highway/Island Highway/#1 north to Goldstream, turn west onto the Westshore Parkway, and follow that to Highway 14/Sooke Road/West Coast Road.

See

Do

 * Local natural attractions include:
 * The West Coast Trail within Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
 * Juan de Fuca Trail and Botanical Beach within Juan de Fuca Provincial Park

 * Port Renfrew is considered one of the best locations for salmon and halibut fishing in North America.

 * There is also excellent sea and freshwater (San Juan and Jordan River) kayaking and birding.

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Portrush

Portrush (Port Rois, "promontory port") is a resort town on the north coast of Northern Ireland, historically within County Antrim. The council area is Causeway Coast and Glens District. As that name implies, Portrush is a good base for visiting Giant's Causeway and other major attractions along the Antrim coast. It has a population (as of 2011) of 6454, greatly swollen in summer by visitors, when you need to book ahead with accommodation. It also houses many students and staff of the University of Ulster in Coleraine.

The visitor information centre is in Town Hall by the railway station, open Apr-Sep.

Get in
Trains run hourly, daily from Belfast Great Victoria Street via other Belfast stations, Antrim (for International Airport), Ballymena and Coleraine. There you change for the connecting train for Portrush, total travel time just under two hours, while the train from Belfast continues to Derry.

is central, near West Strand Beach. Trains also stop at south side of town, the main area for B&Bs.

Bus 140b runs a triangle from Coleraine to Portrush (20 min), Portstewart and back to Coleraine; 140a is the reverse triangle. It's every 20 min M-F, hourly Sa, every two hours Sunday.

Bus 402 runs from Coleraine to Portrush, Dunluce (for castle), Portballintrae, Bushmills (for distillery), Giant's Causeway, Ballintoy (for Carrick-a-Rede bridge) and Ballycastle. It runs M-F every 2-3 hours with only one on Saturday. Don't take the 172, which from Coleraine heads straight to Bushmills and bypasses Portrush.

Goldline Bus 278 runs in university term-time, with one bus Su-F from Monaghan via Armagh, Moy, Dungannon, Cookstown, Magherafelt, Garvagh, Coleraine, Ulster University and Portstewart to Portrush.

By car from Belfast or the south, the direct route is M2 / A26 north past Ballymena and Coleraine. If it's fine and you've got all day, meander along the scenic route by the coast, see County Antrim.

Get around
Walk. The town is small and easy to navigate.

The peninsula layout means driving in town centre is slow and parking difficult to find during the holiday season.

Take Bus 140 for Portstewart. Take Bus 402 for Dunluce Castle, Bushmills and points east.

See

 * is the breezy head of the peninsula where Portrush stands. Nice views.
 * Portrush town centre was spruced up when the Irish Open golf tournament came here in 2012. It's perhaps due another clean.
 * West Strand beach starts south of the harbour near the railway station, so it's the main destination for bucket & spade day-trippers. It's flanked by Curry's Fun Park, a large funfair.
 * East Strand stretches for a couple of miles, and is quieter as you get away from town. It's backed by rugged sand dunes, great for a picnic or beach party. Eventually it ends beyond the golf course at White Rocks.
 * are the rocky islets a mile offshore. They're a nature reserve; boat trips to Giant's Causeway sail close by.
 * Portstewart 3 miles west of Portrush is a similar small harbour and seaside resort in County Londonderry.
 * Portstewart 3 miles west of Portrush is a similar small harbour and seaside resort in County Londonderry.

Do

 * Surf: West Strand is the main beach. Surf schools and shops include Portrush Surf School, Troggs, Woodies, SUB6 and Alive Adventures.
 * Curry's Fun Park (formerly Barry's) is the funfair on East Strand, see above.
 * Playhouse theatre and cinema is at 47 High St.
 * In 2023 boat trips no longer sail from Portrush, try Portstewart or Ballycastle.
 * Open Golf tournament is next hosted by Royal Portrush on 13-20 July 2025.
 * Ballyreagh is a council-run golf course west side of town.
 * The Ulster Way is a hiking trail that circles the province. Locally the best section is the waymarked trail east along the coast to Dunluce Castle, Port Ballintrae, Bushmills and Giant's Causeway; you could walk one way and ride the bus back. West the trail takes you to Portstewart: it's not worth continuing beyond as you then have to trudge for some miles along ratty roads before you regain the trail at Castlerock.
 * Portrush Raft Race is a fundraising event for the lifeboat service in May.
 * Northwest 200 is a motorbike race held in May on a triangular on-road circuit between Coleraine, Portrush and Portstewart. The next is probably 5-11 May 2024, tbc.
 * NI International Airshow (formerly Airwaves) is in September, but it's unlikely to happen in 2023.
 * NI International Airshow (formerly Airwaves) is in September, but it's unlikely to happen in 2023.

Eat

 * Babushka on South Pier alas doesn't offer pierogi or borscht, but it's a continental-style cafe open daily 9:30AM-5PM.
 * Portstewart to the west has the usual seaside fare. Amici serves Italian daily noon-2:30PM, 5-8:30PM.
 * And see Sleep for hotel restaurants: Royal Court gets good reviews.
 * Babushka on South Pier alas doesn't offer pierogi or borscht, but it's a continental-style cafe open daily 9:30AM-5PM.
 * Portstewart to the west has the usual seaside fare. Amici serves Italian daily noon-2:30PM, 5-8:30PM.
 * And see Sleep for hotel restaurants: Royal Court gets good reviews.

Drink

 * Pubs in Portrush include
 * Springhill Bar, Atlantic Bar and Kiwi Brew Bar.
 * Kelly's is a complex off Bushmills Rd near the golf club with a slew of bars, live entertainment venues, Lush! Nightclub, and Golflinks Hotel.
 * Bushmills is the famous distillery six miles east, producing a variety of blended and single malt whiskey. The taste is distinctive.

Sleep

 * Golf Links Hotel is a modern place east side of town, but it's within the Kelly's / Lush! Nightclub complex, noisy until late.
 * There's more accommodation in Portstewart 3 miles west.
 * Golf Links Hotel is a modern place east side of town, but it's within the Kelly's / Lush! Nightclub complex, noisy until late.
 * There's more accommodation in Portstewart 3 miles west.
 * Golf Links Hotel is a modern place east side of town, but it's within the Kelly's / Lush! Nightclub complex, noisy until late.
 * There's more accommodation in Portstewart 3 miles west.
 * Golf Links Hotel is a modern place east side of town, but it's within the Kelly's / Lush! Nightclub complex, noisy until late.
 * There's more accommodation in Portstewart 3 miles west.
 * There's more accommodation in Portstewart 3 miles west.

Connect
As of July 2022, Portrush has 4G with all UK carriers, but the signal on the coast road towards Bushmills is poor with EE and Three. 5G has not reached this area.

Go next

 * The coastline east has Northern Ireland's top attractions: Bushmills, Giant's Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Bridge and Ballycastle, for ferries to Rathlin Island. It's very touristy, continue east for the Antrim Glens.
 * Portstewart west is a small resort similar to Portrush.
 * Coleraine is a transport hub and hosts the University of Ulster. South of town, Mountsandel Mount is a huge earthwork.

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Port Said

Port Said (Arabic: بورسعيد bōr sa`īd) is Egypt's third largest city (603,787 people), its second largest seaport and the entry point of the Suez Canal by the Mediterranean.

Understand
Port Said has a cosmopolitan heritage and seems special in its various architectural styles for its buildings. It is on the west bank of the canal, facing its twin city, Port Fouad (Bur Fouad).

History
Port Said was founded by Sa'id of Egypt on Easter Monday, April 25, 1859, when Ferdinand de Lesseps gave the first symbolic swing of the pickaxe to signal the beginning of construction.

The Lighthouse of Port Said was built in 1869 by Francois Coignet using reinforced concrete for the first time in the history, The height of the lighthouse is 56 meters. The lighthouse now is the only original building still standing in Port Said.

Port Said flourished particularly during the nineteenth and the first half of the twentieth century when it was inhabited by various nationalities and religions most of them were from Mediterranean countries, they coexisted in tolerance forming a real cosmopolitan community.

Since its establishment Port Said had a prominent place among Egyptian cities and we do not exaggerate if we said among global cities as well, for instance the city was the third in Egypt to witness a film screening after Cairo and Alexandria in the year 1898, also it enjoyed electricity in 1891, nine years after New York City.

Rudyard Kipling described the vitality of Port Said's community when by saying "If you truly wish to find someone you have known and who travels, there are two points on the globe you have but to sit and wait, sooner or later your man will come there: the docks of London and Port Said".

Port Said suffered from several wars and played an historic role during the Suez crisis in 1956 that failed to achieve any of its objectives.

Today's Port Said is considered one of the Egyptian business centers, as it was declared a duty-free port in January 1976, attracting people from all over Egypt.

Climate

 * See also: Egypt

has a hot desert climate (BWh), but highly influenced by sea breeze, with sunny hot humid summers and mild slightly wet winters. The daytime can be humid in summer, with summer temperatures averaging 31 °C (88 °F), but evenings are usually cooler and breezy, especially by the Corniche. Winters can get cool, with daytime highs down sometimes to 12 °C (53 °F), with occasional rain. Humidity is high throughout the year. The best time to visit Port Said is in spring (March-June) and autumn (September-November), preferably in early autumn when the sea water is warmer, since it's at its busiest in summer, when Egyptians flock down to escape the searing heat of Cairo.

By bus
Several bus companies offer a bus service into Port Said at a very low price range: LE20-35. Buses are air conditioned and come complete with a hostess trolley service. Companies include East Delta, Super Jet and Pullman. Operating times vary from one company to another, but there are trips between Cairo and Port Said virtually every hour from early morning until midnight.

Note that while the buses themselves are perfectly comfortable, the duration of your journey from Cairo to Port Said (and vice versa) will depend on your pick-up/drop-off point. Most buses start out from the El-Torgoman Bus Station in Cairo and stop by the Almaza Bus Station in Heliopolis before finally setting out to Port Said; if you join from El-Torgoman expect a 4-hr trip rather than the average 2-3.

Port Said Bus Station is the place you can catch the bus in order to travel to Cairo and other major cities in Egypt.

By train

From Cairo, there are up to five daily trains to Port Said. Additionally, there are one to two daily direct connections from Alexandria.

By car
To travel from Cairo to Port Said by car, the journey usually takes around 3 hr, depending on speed and surrounding traffic.

The Desert road has a speed limit of 100 km/h for private cars and has 2 lanes in each direction. True to the name, this crosses the desert and is less crowded and faster. There are cafeterias every few kilometers.

The usual cautions for driving in Egypt apply; see Egypt for details.

By boat
Louis Cruise Lines used to operate a passenger ferry from Limassol (Cyprus) to Port Said. Another operator for the same connection was Salamis Lines. Both options seem to be discontinued as of October 2021.

Get around
Port Said is quiet and relatively small city; you can get pretty much anywhere by using the local transportation available anywhere.

By taxi
Port Said's white and blue taxis are a good way to travel in the city, and a cheap one as well. No taxi ride between any two points in the city should cost more than LE5.

To get into a taxi, wave at the driver and yell the name of your destination. If the driver agrees they would park at the side of the road as soon as possible. Some taxis will stop to pick you up even if they already have a passenger, but such offers are best refused. Furthermore, always check back once you get out of the taxi, there is no number to call if you lose anything of value, and nearly no chances of having it returned.

By ferry
Port Said is linked by the ferry to its twin city Port Fouad which is considered the Asian part of this Afro-Asian governorate "Port Said" on the eastern bank of the Suez Canal, the ferry is used to cross the Canal between the two cities holding both people and cars for free, the trip time between the two cities doesn't exceed 10 minutes, It is a nice journey that you can enjoy for free.

By bus
There are a variety of local bus services which have improved significantly in the past few years, but they are rather confusing for those who haven't lived in Port Said for a while. Apart from city buses, you will also find "mini-buses", which work on hop-and-go basis. They are easily recognizable 14-person buses, which will stop when you wave and stop where you need to get off. The drivers rarely speak English, so make sure you know the Arabic name of your destination or that you already know where to stop. The routes are usually along the main streets and cost between LE 2.50.

See
Most obvious sights includes the port, where some ancient facilities remain. Also, the passing of the huge container ships and supertankers into the canal is an impressive sight. The rest of the old town, bombed during the Suez crisis, is also worth a visit.

The local bazaar is a great way of spending a day looking at all the shops.

Museums

Do

 * Football: Al Masry FC (aka "Green Eagles") play soccer in the Premier League, Egypt's top tier. Their traditional home was Port Said Stadium on the north corniche, but in 2021 this was demolished. They'll be ground-sharing until a new stadium is complete, perhaps in 2024.

Buy
Some oldies from the French and English communities can be found from time to time (books...), and of course the unavoidable and omnipresent tourist collectibles.

Drink
No night life in Port Said or Port Fouad, except at the numerous chicha bars. But there are lots of nice and cheap fruit bars.

Stay safe
Although crime is rarely violent, beware of pickpockets and don't flash your valuables or wear a bum bag/fanny pack. Street kids, taxi drivers, and others may harass tourists. They will usually desist after a stern "La!" or two. Or you can say "la shukran!" (no thanks) or "emshi" (go!).

Port Said is a conservative city, so women should cover their shoulders, midriffs, cleavage and legs. Even still, women can expect to be heckled or harassed in the street, especially if walking alone. The best response is to ignore the offender and pretend you don't hear anything. Cover your head when entering places of worship.

Emergency

 * Emergency number: 123
 * Police number: 122
 * Fire HQ number: 180

Consulates

 * 🇨🇳 China
 * 🇫🇷 France
 * 🇬🇷 Greece
 * 🇹🇷 Turkey

Go next

 * Dumyat
 * Mansoura
 * Tanta
 * Zagazig
 * Port Suez
 * Arish

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Port-Salut

Port-Salut is a coastal town in Southern Haiti, with some of the best beaches on the island. There are a handful hotels and guesthouses and restaurants, but this pretty little slice of beach paradise remains largely undiscovered by international tourism.

Understand
As of 2023, there is no power in the town. Whatever power you have will be provided by generators.

Get in
Tap-taps will come direct from Jérémie and Les Cayes, with Les Cayes being much closer, but having fewer flights from Port-au-Prince.

title: Port-Salut