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TRAVEL & LOGISTICS INFORMATION

Travel Visa

Citizens of the U.S., Canada, and Australia need a travel visa to enter Brazil. Getting a travel visa is a simple process and can be done online. You’ll need to take a passport-style photo of yourself and fill out the online form at this website:<a href="https://brazil.vfsevisa.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a> Refer to <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_DVx_B-aMem-92OyETpc0ocPueHwMEJUzCwzD7Yr0Yo/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this guide</a> if you need step-by-step instructions.

Airports

Guarulhos Airport (GRU)

GRU is the largest international airport in the area that offers direct flights. You can find a direct flight from Dulles, JFK, and Miami, just to name a few. This airport is closest to São Paulo and is about an hour drive from the venue.

Viracopos International Airport (VCP)

VCP is an international airport, but smaller than GRU. This airport is closer to the venue, but will likely require a connection.

Travel Agency

If you’d like assistance with planning or booking your trip or applying for the travel visa, we suggest this travel agency. Visit their <a href="https://intiexperience.com.br/home-english/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website</a> or send them an email: cibele@inti.tur.br

Travel Information

Photos

Wedding Party

Formal attire appropriate for an outdoor setting. Suits and long dresses preferred, color welcome! Wear what you feel best in.For the ladies, we recommend thicker heels due to the outdoor nature of the venue, and bringing a light sweater or shawl in case the weather is on the cooler side.

Dress Code

Fazenda Santa Barbara

Rod. Romildo Prado, s/n - Bairro Itapema, Itatiba - SP, 13255-750, Brazil

Our venue, Fazenda Santa Barbara, dates back to 1868 when it functioned as the main house of a coffee farm. It is located in the countryside of Itatiba, a small city less than an hour from São Paulo.

Venue

We recommend staying for 1-2 nights in Itatiba, so you're close to the venue.There will be shuttles providing transportation from the hotels below to the venue and back on the wedding day.There will also be valet parking at the venue if you choose to drive.If you're planning on staying longer in the area, we recommend staying in the larger city of São Paulo. Feel free to reach out for recommendations and advice!

Ibis Itatiba

<a href="https://all.accor.com/hotel/8279/index.en.shtml?utm_campaign=seo+maps&amp;utm_medium=seo+maps&amp;utm_source=google+Maps" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel website</a>Located in Itatiba, Ibis Itatiba has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Viracopos International Airport is 28 miles away.

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Hotel Orion

<a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/br/itatiba-orion.html?aid=356980&amp;label=gog235jc-10CAsoIEINaXRhdGliYS1vcmlvbkgzWANomAKIAQGYATO4AQfIAQ3YAQPoAQH4AQGIAgGoAgG4Atjf3cwGwAIB0gIkYjAzMzE0YzEtNjNiOS00NTNmLTgxNjgtMWRkNGY1YTFiMzBh2AIB4AIB&amp;sid=f209b442b944a2c9899f385549bf6e44&amp;dest_id=-647960&amp;dest_type=city&amp;dist=0&amp;group_adults=2&amp;group_children=0&amp;hapos=1&amp;hpos=1&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;req_adults=2&amp;req_children=0&amp;room1=A%2CA&amp;sb_price_type=total&amp;sr_order=popularity&amp;srepoch=1771532254&amp;srpvid=e3508eac7036011d&amp;type=total&amp;ucfs=1&amp;https://hotelorion.com.br/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel website</a>Located in Itatiba, Itatiba Orion Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy Brazilian dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Viracopos International Airport is 25 miles from the property.

Lazuli Hotel

<a href="https://www.lazulihotel.com.br/en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel website</a>Located 1.1 mi from Itatiba’s Zoo, Lazuli Hotel offers buffet breakfast a bar gym and sauna. The air-conditioned rooms come with free Wi-Fi and there is a convenient 24-hour reception service.

Hotels

Tips

We assume this is most people’s first trip to Brazil, so be sure to follow these tips to stay safe and have the best trip possible!

1. Don’t carry around your phone visible in your hand. Instead, keep it tucked away in your purse or front pocket.

2. Don’t wear flashy or valuable jewelry while you’re out exploring the city.

3. Because Brazil is close to the equator, the sun feels stronger than you might be used to. Make sure to use sunscreen daily to avoid sunburns.

4. Ubers are very safe and cheap and are our suggestion for how to get around. Take Uber Black or the highest/most expensive category available, avoid Uber X.

5. You can exchange some cash for Brazilian currency for emergencies, but most everywhere takes credit card or Apple Pay. If prompted to choose a currency, always select R$ / BRL for the best exchange rate with no additional fees.

Key Info & Safety

We want you to have a great trip to Brazil, so we've listed some suggestions for activities in the areas surrounding the venue. Fazenda Santa Barbara is within an hour of three cities with lots to offer: São Paulo, Itatiba, and Campinas.

São Paulo

Ibirapuera Park

The most visited park in South America, Parque Ibirapuera is located in downtown São Paulo. Go for a walk, take pictures of the scenery, and visit the museums located inside the park.

Beco do Batman (Batman Alley)

An iconic street filled with constantly changing street art and graffiti murals. The surrounding Vila Madalena neighborhood is filled with local stores, bars, restaurants, and coffee shops to visit.

Pinacoteca de São Paulo

The Pinacoteca de São Paulo is a visual arts museum focused on Brazilian production from the 19th century to the present. Founded in 1905 by the Government of the state of São Paulo, the Pinacoteca is the oldest art museum in the city.

Watch a World Cup Game

The 2026 World Cup is being hosted in the US/Canada/Mexico from Jun 11, 2026 until Jul 19, 2026. Brazil will be playing during the week before the wedding, so join in on the soccer craze and catch a game on TV.

Itatiba

Zooparque

Visit the largest private zoo in Brazil to see animals such as elephants, giraffes, and flamingos.

Campinas

Parque Portugal

This park contains a large lake and beautiful scenery. It is nearby a planetarium, a science museum, historic working tramway, and a replica of a 15th century Portuguese caravel.

Fazenda Tozan

Visit a historic coffee farm for a breakfast or sunset picnic experience. Go to the <a href="https://www.fazendatozan.com.br/informa%C3%A7%C3%B5es" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website</a> to make a reservation.

Elena & André

Elena & André

Our Story

2017 | Georgetown University Freshman Orientation

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2018 | Elena's First Trip to Brazil

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2020 | Study Abroad in Scotland & Italy

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2021 | Georgetown University Graduation

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2023 | Living in Denver, CO

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2024 | Got engaged!

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2024 | Adopted Harris the Cat

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2025 | Living in Boston