FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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May 1st, 2022. You maybe RSVP now online by searching your name.

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Where should we stay?

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Please see the Travel section of our site and after you RSVP please complete this form so we can be informed of your whereabouts while you are in the Algarve: https://forms.gle/KjGQvw8pqDXzcuQ77

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What about COVID in Portugal and while traveling overseas?

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Did you know Portugal is one of the MOST vaccinated countries in the world!? We not only want to protect the people of Portugal but also our friends and family attending our wedding. PCR (72 hours prior to boarding) or Rapid antigen test (24 hours before boarding) are required for travelers to Portugal. For up-to-date information please follow this link: https://www.visitportugal.com/en/content/covid-19-measures-implemented-portugal

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Are kids welcome?

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Kids are welcome to come to Portugal with you although we have decided not to have children attend the Ceremony or Reception. We will have babysitting options available if needed. Please reach out to us if you are in need.

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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?

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Yes! If you are a cyclist like Erika and Nick, we will be planning a cycling trip (w/ Erika & Nick) the Thursday before the wedding, Golf (w/ Nick), or a Cliffside Hike (w/ Erika) the Friday morning before our wedding. Please see the "Things To Do" tab to read more and complete the appropriate forms if you are interested in joining any of these activities!

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How did Erika & Nick meet?

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On a clear south Florida night in 2018, Erika was attending her friend Chelsea Michaels Halloween party. She specifically said "I don't want to meet anyone tonight" while dressed as Sandy from Grease complete with blonde wig. Nick was invited to this party through mutual friends and almost did not attend. He showed up as Bill Clinton (well, really a meme of Bill Clinton). The next day Nick invited Erika to brunch where they both ordered cobb salads and listened to loud electronic dance music hungover. After an awkward kiss, Erika determined that they would never speak again. Three days later Nick called and they spoke for over an hour. On this call he revealed his karaoke song is "Larger Than Life" by the Backstreet Boys and the rest is history.

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How did Nick pop the question?

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It was a beautiful fall morning just outside of Crested Butte, Colorado - 3 days after Erika's friend Emily Merchant's wedding ;) Erika and Nick drove to a hiking trail called Horse Ranch Loop where the Aspen trees were a vibrant highlighter yellow color and there were beautiful vistas at every turn. They were prepared for this hike as earlier in the week Nick purchased a CamelBak hydration pack as he refused to carry a water bottle. About 20 minutes into the hike at one particularly beautiful clearing, Erika was taking in the beauty and taking some photos when she heard "Erika, the CamelBak is leaking!" We had just purchased this pack so Erika figured something was wrong with the tubing, etc. When Erika turned around Nick was on one knee.

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What is the weather like in the Algarve in September?

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Average 72 F, with highs in the upper 70s and lows in the 60s. Pack sweaters for the evening hours.

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What is port wine?

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Port wine is a Portuguese fortified wine produced in the Douro Valley of northern Portugal. It is typically a sweet red wine, often served with dessert, although it also comes in dry, semi-dry, and white varieties. We will be serving Port at our reception, but it will be at your fingertips anywhere in Portugal.

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Cell Phones?

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There will be wifi on the premises of all the hotels, but we do recommend at least one person in your party having an international plan.

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Global Entry

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If you want to breeze through customs on your way back from your travels we highly recommend registering for Global Entry (complete with TSA Pre-Check for free!) Check out more info here: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/how-apply