FAQs

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What is the closest airport to the wedding venue?

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Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto International Airport)

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What if I fly into Lisbon? How do I get to the wedding venue?

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One of the easiest and most scenic ways to reach Porto from Lisbon is to take the high-speed Alfa Pendular train. You will want to visit the official train operator website to book your tickets: https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en. We have found the fastest route is from Lisbon Oriente station to Porto Campanha station, where Porto Campanha station is only a 5-minute car ride to the hotel/venue. Lisbon Oriente --> Porto Campanha Duration: ~3hrs Cost: starting from $30/person Daily Departures: 38 Alternatively, you can always catch a 55-minute flight with prices starting at $38/person for a one-way ticket. Keep in mind travel times to and from the airports, as well as check-in and boarding times.

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How do I get from Porto Airport to the wedding venue?

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Uber is widely available in Porto, and a car ride is only 16 minutes. Cost: $17+. If you need assistance arranging a car for a larger group flying together, please contact Helen.

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What is the best mode of transportation when I am in Porto?

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Porto boasts an extensive public transportation system operated by the Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos do Porto (which includes the metro, buses, and trams). The metro will get you to most major attractions. Uber is another great option for getting around. Fares are relatively inexpensive compared to the US and other European countries. Additionally, Uber now enables you to schedule a ride up to 90 days ahead of time. Renting a car is not recommended for getting around the city or even exploring areas outside the city. Porto's older neighborhoods have narrow, winding, and poorly marked streets that can be challenging to navigate, especially for unfamiliar drivers. Parking can also be difficult and expensive to find. Destinations you may want to drive to outside Porto may prove difficult to navigate as well. Also, note that about 90% of rental cars have manual transmissions.

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Do you have reserved rooms at the hotel? How do I book a room?

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No, we do not have reserved rooms. We ask all our guests to please book directly with the hotel through their website. You may also visit the "Travel" section of our wedding website to learn more. Hotel/Venue: Pestana Palacio do Freixo Address: N108 206, 4300-316 Porto, Portugal Website for direct booking: www.pestanacollection.com/en/hotel/freixo-palace Group Discount Code: WEDHD24

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What is the dress code for the Wedding?

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Formal, Black Tie optional.

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What is the dress code for the Welcome Dinner?

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Cocktail.

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Will the wedding be indoors/outdoors?

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We plan to have the wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception outdoors. The reception will be tented with canopy coverage. In the event of uncooperative weather, we will move festivities indoors.

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Are cellphones allowed during the wedding?

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We kindly ask that for the duration of the wedding ceremony, you refrain from taking photos and videos. We would prefer an unplugged ceremony.

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What is Porto weather like in October?

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Historical highs average 72 degrees Fahrenheit with lows averaging 54 degrees Fahrenheit. Feedback from locals living in Porto has been that recent years have seen unseasonably warmer Octobers. Please pack a few layers as there may be a great temperature variation. Rain is possible. Overall, the weather should be temperate - comfortably warm during the day and slightly brisk in the evenings.

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Will there be babysitting services available during the festivities?

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Yes! We are able to provide babysitting services for your children. All care providers have been vetted by the hotel and will speak English. We have an option of setting up a childcare section in the wedding space, where you will be in the same room as your children. Or you may elect to have your children cared for in a space/room separate from the wedding happenings. Please contact Helen if you are interested in taking advantage of this service.