FAQs

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When should we book our flights?

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The best time to book was a month ago. The second best time to book is today!

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We can't make it to Portugal, will there be any events in the US?

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We absolutely understand that a trip to Portugal is not feasible for all of our loved ones. We invite everyone to join us for a casual celebration in NYC on Saturday, July 25th, 2026.

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What dates should we be in Portugal?

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We would recommend arriving at least one day ahead of the wedding (so, May 13th) and staying at least one day after (May 15th) but we also encourage everybody to make a trip out of it! Portugal is fantastic, and the country is roughly the size of Maine or Indiana, so there is plenty to see and do.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Absolutely, we have a wide price range of hotel and guesthouse suggestions. Please review our recommendations on the Travel page of this website.

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Can I bring my children?

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While we highly encourage international travel from a young age, children may not attend the wedding activities on May 14th. We will soon have a recommendation for local babysitting services to share with you.

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Is there a dress code?

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The dress code is Formal, so please dress to impress. Pull out that awesome piece in the back of your closet that you never have an excuse to wear. Except David Bennett- Asher says you are required to wear your seersucker suit.

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Is there parking for the ceremony?

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NO! Sorry to yell at you there, but there is no parking at the venue, and street parking is extremely limited nearby. We very strongly suggest you take a Bolt/Uber/taxi/tuktuk to the venue.

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We don't speak Portuguese!

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Don't panic. English is widely spoken! Here's a good guide for some basic phrases to help you get by: https://www.trafalgar.com/real-word/basic-portuguese-phrases/ One thing to note: "a coffee" (um café) in Portugal means an espresso!

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Do I need cash?

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While you don't strictly need cash, all businesses in Portugal are legally required to accept it, and some smaller places are cash-only. The situation is similar to most US cities, and ATMs are widely available. Avoid Euronet ATMs, however, as they charge a large fee. When paying with cards, you will also have the option to pay in USD or Euros, in almost every case it is better to pay directly in Euros.

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What's the etiquette for tipping?

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Tipping isn't standard or expected. Once servers realize you're a tourist, they will probably imply you should tip, but you aren't obligated to do so. If you do decide to leave a tip, 5-10% is the normal range, not the 15-20% you may be used to in the US.