Get broadband Internet access. If you don't currently have an Internet Service Provider, now is a good time to get one. There are websites, such as audible.com that allow you to stream books, but it requires a high-speed Internet connection. Check with your local telephone or cable company for additional options.
Purchase a Portuguese audio lesson. If streaming a site isn't an option for you, consider purchasing an audio lesson, such as an audio book for you to use as part of your home lessons. Being able to hear the proper annunciations of Portuguese words will help you sound out correctly as you learn.
Have a Portuguese lesson guide on hand. When purchasing audio books or audio lessons, some programs provide a supplemental study guide. You should use this to practice along with the audio version for at least 15 to 30 minutes every day.
Download lessons to your MP3. This is an effective way to learn Portuguese. Many online audio book sites will allow download versions to a number of electronic devices. The more practice you get in the more you will retain.
Purchase a Portuguese dictionary. There are many English-to-Portuguese online dictionary resources to use as you learn at home. However, purchasing a pocket- or purse-size dictionary is a helpful quick reference when traveling to Portugal.