Travel
Flight
Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) or Rio de Janeiro Airport RJ Santos Dumont (SDU)
Rio de Janeiro has two airports. The RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG) is a little further away (approx. 45 minutes from Ipanema), and the Rio de Janeiro Airport RJ Santos Dumont, which has only domestic flights, is 30 minutes from Ipanema.
Travel Note
Where should I stay?
We have a list of hotels available for our guests, but if you want to find something on your own, I strongly recommend staying at Leblon, Ipanema, or Copacabana. These areas are safe, close to the beach, and full of restaurants/bars.
Hotel
Arpoador
New + Modern hotel. Offering guests a 10% discount between 02/01 and 02/05 if you use our discount code when booking. Ocean View Rooms: ~$400/night Standard Rooms: $175/night Transportation to the wedding will be provided from here.
Discount Code - NATTIM
Hotel
Sol Ipanema Hotel
Old hotel, but w/ better rates overlooking the sea. Excellent location. Unfortunately, we are unable to block rooms and rates. So if you're interested booked early. Ocean View Rooms: ~$285/night Standard Rooms: $210/night Transportation to the wedding will be provided from here.
Hotel
Arena Ipanema Hotel
Older hotel, located 2 min wake from Arpoador Hotel. There's a 20% discount on rooms between 01/31 to 02/06. The hotel offers 10% off Food & Beverages and a complimentary welcome drink. Standard Rooms: ~$130/night **No ocean view**
Discount Code - NATHALIEANDTIM
Hotel
Ipanema Inn
New hotel. & 1 block off Ipanema beach. Standard Room: ~$150/night Ocean View Duplex (sleeps 4): ~$240/night
Discount Code - NATTIM
House Or Rental
Airbnb
There are some great deals on Airbnb's for whatever you're looking for. We just recommend booking in Ipanema or Leblon neighborhoods so you are closer to everyone else in the hotels & shuttles.
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Transportation
Uber is the best option. And it is usually much cheaper than here in the US.
Travel Note
Will I be safe travelling to Brazil?
For the most part, yes. The areas we're staying in (Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana) are safe with a lot of people walking on the streets and plenty of police around. However, you do need to be cautious about your surroundings. For example, it's not unheard of for thieves to steal loose phones off your towel on the beach or for motorcyclists to quickly grab phones from people using them on the sidewalk and speed away. Be cautious of your surroundings and you'll be fine.
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What is the currency exchange for the Dollar?
The currency exchange for the Dollar usually hovers around 1 US Dollar to 5.00 to 5.3 Brazilian Reais.
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Tip
Tipping is not part of the culture, but feel free to do it if you like the service. At restaurants, 10% will be inclusive in your bill.