Portugal Culture Smart The Essential Guide to Customs and Culture 2nd Edition by Sandy Guedes De Queiroz, Culture Smart ISBN 1857338642 9781857338645

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ISBN 10: 1857338642
ISBN 13: 9781857338645
Author: Sandy Guedes De Queiroz, Culture Smart

Portugal is a small country that has had a huge cultural and political impact on the modern world. Portuguese explorers were the first to sail round the Cape of Good Hope and open up the sea route to East.

At its peak its vast maritime empire embraced colonies in South America, Africa, and Asia, and the Portuguese language is the fifth-most-spoken language in the world. Portugal is now on the radar of world travelers and multinational corporations alike, and this has made its people more receptive to change and more modern in their outlook. The 1974 Peaceful Revolution, which liberated Portugal from dictatorship, also launched it into decades of political and social instability, giving rise to a mood of inertia and pessimism.

Today, it is once again living up to its legacy of discovery and invention. This adventurous spirit is evident in the urban and cultural renewal that has swept the country, in harmonious contrast with its historic and traditional backdrop. Portuguese idiosyncrasies can be both confusing and enchanting. The people are famous for saudade, a yearning for the past, a soulful trait that is at once charming and fatalistic. They are collectively proud and personally self-deprecating. They can be romantic, impulsive, set in their ways, resourceful, and loyal. While rising to the challenges of the times, they have managed to maintain their values intact, preserving the history and traditions that give their country its flavor.

Culture Smart! Portugal will help you to navigate this multifaceted society. It gives insights into different aspects of life, from sleepy seaside towns to modern, trendy cities, so that you can experience at first hand how this society, which protects family and privacy so fiercely, is eager and proud to show visitors everything the country has to offer.

Portugal Culture Smart The Essential Guide to Customs and Culture 2nd Edition Table of contents:

• Chapter 1: Land and People

  • Geography and Regions

  • Demographics and Key Facts

  • A Brief History of Portugal

• Chapter 2: Values and Attitudes

  • Core Cultural Values

  • Social Norms and Beliefs

  • Attitudes Toward Family, Work, and Leisure

• Chapter 3: Customs and Traditions

  • Festivals and Celebrations

  • Traditional Customs and Practices

  • Important Holidays and Their Significance

• Chapter 4: Making Friends

  • Social Etiquette

  • Hospitality and Visiting

  • Building Relationships in Portugal

• Chapter 5: Portuguese Society

  • Structure of Society

  • Gender Roles and Family Dynamics

  • Education and Healthcare Systems

• Chapter 6: Business and Professional Life

  • Business Etiquette

  • Workplace Culture and Practices

  • Effective Communication in Business

• Chapter 7: Communicating

  • Language and Dialects

  • Non-Verbal Communication

  • Tips for Effective Communication

• Chapter 8: Food and Drink

  • Traditional Portuguese Cuisine

  • Dining Etiquette

  • Popular Dishes and Beverages

• Chapter 9: Leisure and Entertainment

  • Sports and Recreational Activities

  • Arts and Cultural Events

  • Nightlife and Entertainment Options

• Chapter 10: Travel and Transportation

  • Getting Around in Portugal

  • Travel Tips and Advice

  • Key Destinations to Visit

• Chapter 11: Practical Information

  • Money and Banking

  • Health and Safety

  • Useful Contacts and Resources

• Conclusion

  • Summary of Key Insights

  • Final Thoughts on Portuguese Culture

• Appendices

  • Glossary of Terms

  • Additional Resources

• References

  • Comprehensive Bibliography

• Index

  • Detailed Index of Topics and Terms

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