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What is Baiona, Spain?What is Baiona, Spain?

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Nestled in Europe's western coastline, Baiona is a picturesque town in the autonomous community of Galicia—where Valentina's family is from. This quaint coastal gem is also where the Pinta, one of Columbus' famed ships, first heralded the discovery of the New World to Europe in 1493.

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Where should we stay?Where should we stay?

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Baiona and any other town within 1 hour drive works. Baiona: Parador de Baiona (the wedding venue.) Av. Arquitecto Jesús Valverde, 3, 36300 Baiona, Pontevedra, Spain Phone: +34 986 35 50 00 Talaso Atlántico Lugar As Mariñas Mougás, 36309 Oia, Pontevedra, Spain Phone: +34 986 38 50 90 Vigo: Pazo los Escudos Av. da Atlántida, 106, 36208 Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain Phone: +34 986 82 08 20 Santiago de Compostela: Hostal Real Praza do Obradoiro, 1, 15705 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain Phone: +34 981 58 22 00

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Where should we fly into?Where should we fly into?

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1) OPO = Porto, Portugal; There are direct flights to Porto from NYC and other cities in the US. (1 hour and 30 minutes to Baiona by car) 2) VGO = Vigo, Galicia, Spain (40 minutes away to Baiona by car) 3) SCQ = Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain; (1 hour and 18 minutes to Baiona) 4) MAD = (From Madrid you can take a fast train to Vigo, which is 4 hours long; then the taxi from Vigo to Baiona is 40 minutes.)

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Where to Direct QuestionsWhere to Direct Questions

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Please do not hesitate to reach out to Valentina with any questions at 781-606-4755 or valentinaalvarez2000@gmail.com: I appreciate any chance to say hello.

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Can I drive in the EU?Can I drive in the EU?

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If you have an American license, yes, for 90 days, but check with your car rental company for requirements. If you have a Mexican license you would need an international license (which you get at your local motor vehicle department in your home country; it just requires in-person paperwork.)

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Post Wedding Travel Recs?Post Wedding Travel Recs?

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Galicia Wineries & Vineyards, Spain San Sebastian, Basque Country, Spain Biarritz, France Marrakech, Morocco Portugal