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Ching Ching! We're getting married!
Ching Ching! We're getting married!
October 2, 2025
Alentejo, Portugal

Rachel & JoshuaRachel & Joshua

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The Wedding Website of Rachel Van Zile and Joshua Ortman
We are so excited to celebrate our special day with you in the stunning region of Alentejo, Portugal! Known for its rich history and breathtaking landscapes of vineyards, cork forests, and olive groves, Alentejo offers an unforgettable backdrop for our wedding. We hope you have time to explore the local culture and take in the scenery of Portugal on your journey. On this page, you’ll find all the essential information to help plan your trip, including travel tips, accommodation recommendations, and event details. We can’t wait to share the beauty of Portugal with you, and we hope you enjoy every moment of your time here!

Flight

Lisbon International AirportLisbon International Airport

Lisbon International Airport (Humberto Delgado Airport) is the primary gateway to Portugal, located just 5 miles from the heart of the city. Whether you're arriving by rental car, Uber, or train, getting to Lisbon is quick and easy. The wedding venue is an approximate 1 hour and 30 minute drive from the airport, with a variety of transportation options available for your convenience, as listed below. Please note when flying out of Lisbon to the USA: you will need to go through both security (typically 15-30 minutes) and customs (15-45 minutes) prior to boarding. Customs is located far beyond the main security and just before the international gates, so make sure to check your gate before relaxing at the lounges!

Hotel

Hotel Convento de São PauloHotel Convento de São Paulo

Aldeia da Serra, Redondo, Distrito de Évora 7170-120, Portugal
 

We warmly invite you to celebrate our wedding at The Convento de São Paulo! Spanning an impressive 2,400 acres, the Convento invites our wedding guests to immerse themselves in centuries of history and stunning beauty. The property will be exclusively available to our guests to explore on October 1st and 2nd, with immediate family and the bridal party invited to stay at the Convento during these nights. Additional rooms at the property will be offered to guests on a first-come, first-served basis upon RSVP. We would love for all of our wedding guests to make full use of the Convento's beautiful amenities, including scenic hiking trails, two pools, and multiple paddle courts. You will be fully cared for with lunch, Portuguese snacks, and your favorite drinks available throughout the day, in addition to our Welcome and Wedding Dinners. Everything you need is right here, so feel free to settle in and truly relax - you won’t need to leave the property unless you want to!

Hotel

Pousada Castelo EstremozPousada Castelo Estremoz

Largo Dom Dinis, Estremoz, Distrito de Évora 7100-509, Portugal
 

We are delighted to host our wedding guests at the Pousada Castelo Estremoz Historic Hotel! Pousada Castelo Estremoz is located in the city of Estremoz, 20 minutes from Convento São Paulo, in a castle built for Queen Santa Isabel in the 13th century. In the historic city center, it is the perfect place for you to discover Estremoz and the beauty of the "White City", known for its marble buildings dating back to Roman times. From the Torre de Menagem Tower, you can enjoy panoramic views of Estremoz and Alentejo. We have a limited number of rooms available at the Pousada hotel. To help us manage reservations, hotel booking details will be shared individually after we have received your RSVP. We will follow up directly with those that we are able to accommodate within the room block. In the meantime, please explore other wonderful places to stay in Estremoz! Some of our recommended alternatives include: - Páteo dos Solares Charm Hotel - Casa do Gadanha Boutique Guesthouse - Casa Azimute Boutique Guesthouse Complimentary transportation will be available for all guests staying in Estremoz to and from the Convento for both the Welcome Dinner and Wedding Ceremony!

Shuttle

Shuttle TransportationShuttle Transportation

October 1, 2025 4:00 pm - 1:00 am

A shuttle will be available for roundtrip transportation of guests staying at Hotel Pousada Castelo Estremoz to Convento de São Paulo for the Welcome Dinner on October 1st & the Wedding Ceremony on October 2nd. The location and departure times of the shuttle will be updated as our schedule is finalized in the near future! Note: If you will be staying at alternative accommodations near Pousada Castelo Estremoz, you are more than welcome to use the shuttle service. Just kindly let the bride or groom know in advance so we can ensure to include you in the head count!

Rental Car

Rental CarsRental Cars

Rental car options and pricing from the Lisbon airport: Avis Europcar Goldcar Guerin Hertz Sixt Please note that both Europcar and Sixt have locations in downtown Lisbon. If you're planning to stay in Lisbon the weekend before the wedding, you may want to consider renting a car from one of these locations after exploring Lisbon to avoid the challenges of European city parking and driving! Pricing Overview: estimated for a 7 day rental - Economy Cars (e.g., Volkswagen Up, Skoda Scala): Starting from €80 / week - Compact SUVs (e.g., Dacia Duster, Kia Ceed): Starting from €115 / week - Premium Vehicles (e.g., Cupra Formentor): Starting from €300 / week

Rental Car

UberUber

Uber operates in Portugal, with options ranging from Uber X (economy), comfort, XL, XXL, and Uber Black. Estimated pricing from the Lisbon airport to The Convento de São Paulo: - Uber X: €120 - Uber Comfort: €140 - Uber XL: €190 - Uber XXL: €220 - Uber Black: €220 To find the Uber airport pickup location: 1. After you’ve collected your luggage and exited the baggage claim area, head towards the Arrivals Hall. Go to your LEFT and follow the "Rideshare" signs towards the pickup area. 2. Pickup area: location within the garage, Uber drivers will pull into the designated parking spaces when they arrive.

Rental Car

Madomis Tours Tailor-Made ExperiencesMadomis Tours Tailor-Made Experiences

48 Rua Vicente Pindela, Coimbra, Coimbra 3030-030, Portugal
 

Madomis Tours Tailor-Made Experiences For guests who prefer to travel via private transportation outside of Uber or rental cars, we recommend Madomis Tours: experience the ultimate comfort during your journey with Wi-Fi, refreshing soft drinks, spacious individual seats, and air conditioning for all passengers. All drivers speak English and are happy to share insights about the Portuguese culture, heritage, traditions, and gastronomy. Pricing for transportation from the Lisbon airport to The Convento de São Paulo: - Sedan (up to 3 people): €385 - Luxury van (up to 7 people): €495

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