Portugal: Algarve Details

Checked Luggage

• Pack light—you’ll be carrying your own bag.

• We suggest bringing one checked bag and an extra foldable duffle for souvenirs.

  • Check your airline’s baggage rules on your ticket.

• Larger purchases can be shipped home through DHL, which is reliable.

Carry-On Bag

• Pack essentials + medications and at least two changes of clothes in case your luggage is delayed (this happened before on tours).

• You may also bring a personal item (like a purse, backpack or camera bag), but check your airlines for their policies.

Small Waist Pack or Crossbody Bag

• Great for keeping your passport, tickets, and documents handy.

• Usually doesn’t count toward your carry-on allowance if small.

• Perfect for exploring markets and keeping things secure.

• You will be given an A&N tote to use during your tour to carry all your market goodies.

Here’s a suggested packing list. We’ll go over details in our pre-trip meeting if you have further questions. Keep it light — you’ll re-wear clothes, and layers are key in Morocco. Days are cool-warm in February, but nights (especially in the desert and mountains) can be chilly and even cold, so bring at least one jacket or wool sweater. Check the weather before packing.

Clothing: Modest clothing is important. Avoid shorts, miniskirts, tank tops, see-through, tight, or low-cut clothes. No bare shoulders, flashy styles, torn clothes, or offensive t-shirts. Good options are dresses, tunics, pants/jeans with blouses or button-up shirts. Layers are good.

• 4–6 casual outfits + 1–2 nicer outfits (you’ll repeat outfits)

• Lightweight jacket + 1 sweater for cool evenings

• Scarf for entering holy sites and for warmth.

Undergarments + Socks:

• Bring enough for the entire trip (pack an extra in carry-on) as the laundry services may not do your undergarments. You can wash on your own in the sink if needed. 

• Socks: enough for trip and remember to bring a wooly pair for keeping warm at night.

Shoes

• Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes.

• Sandals comfortable for walking.

Swimwear

• Swimsuit for the pool at our final stop (towels provided).

• A swimsuit can also be worn at the Hammam if you prefer modesty.

• Bring a small bag for carrying a wet swimsuit.

Jewelry

• Jewelry is fine, but leave valuables at home.

Laundry

• Available at some hotels (small fee, 24-hour turnaround).

• Undergarments may not be included — bring enough or wash in the sink.

Toiletries: Liquids must be under 3.4 oz and fit in a clear quart size zip bag if you have them in your carry one bag. Remember to check other airport regulations if you have a connecting flight.  

• Personal toiletries (keep it as simple as possible).

• Pack sunscreen, bug spray and hand sanitizer.

• Whenever possible, try to choose eco-friendly products.

• Keep your essentials in your carry-on so they’re easy to reach.

Hair Styling Tools:

There may or may not be a hair dryer available at our accommodations. It depends on the location.

• Pack Healthy Snacks such as nuts, bars, dried fruit, etc, that won’t spoil or melt.

• You may want to pack extra snacks for the longer car rides as well. 

Personal Medications: Please bring your regular medications + a few days extra and keep them in your carry on bag.

Car sickness medications: If you are prone to car sickness, you may want to bring some medications to help especially during a few long travel days. we have a few long travel days.

Sleep aids: Consider melatonin or other sleep aids that may be helpful during your first few days.

Travel Medications: Ask your doctor to provide a prescription in case you contract a parasite and need an antibiotic, as well as prescription medications for diarrhea. It’s better to be safe than sorry! 

Electronics: Phone, charger, earphones, and a portable charger. An iPad/Tablet may be helpful for the long flights.

Plug Adapter(s): Portugal uses C and F. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins and type F has two round pins with two earth clips on the side.

Portugal’s power: is 230 V / 50 Hz

Credit / Debit Card: ATMs in Marrakech are limited, so having both cash and a card is important.

• You can use your card at the airport, banks, or money exchange to get local cash.

• Call your bank or credit card company before travel so your card doesn’t get blocked.

• Bring a credit card for emergencies and personal purchases (some places take cards, others only cash).

Cash:

• Bring $300–500 in new, clean $20 bills. Ask your bank for unmarked bills.

• Exchange them at the airport after baggage claim—we won’t have time to visit a bank.

• Sun hat, sunglasses

• Book, journal, pen.

• Sleeping aids: We are staying in small historic houses and in historic medinas where noise does travel, (part of the experience). There are also prayer calls at regular times from local mosques throughout each day and evening. 

  • Ear Plugs

  • Eye Mask

  • Consider Melatonin or other sleep aids.