Welcome Dinner Party

Wedding Day

Welcome

Dear Family and Friends, We are so excited to celebrate our wedding with you in the stunning Douro Valley, Portugal. There is nothing we’d enjoy more than spending an unforgettable weekend surrounded by the people we love most. This will be an intimate destination wedding, and our venue has limited on-site accommodations—only 19 rooms for our entire guest list. Because of this, we kindly ask all guests to RSVP as soon as possible. Don't worry about booking your room in advance. We have reserved all of the hotel rooms on the property. Your exact room and rate will be confirmed and the hotel will contact you directly with your room details in Spring 2026. It would mean the world to us to have you there, and we can’t wait to share this adventure with you! With love,Larissa &amp; Ethan

Our Wedding

All wedding events will take place at the vineyard, so there’s no need to worry about travel or logistics—just relax and enjoy the celebration!

FRIDAY, July 10, 2026

Check-In

3:00 PM

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Attire: Garden PartyThink florals, soft colors, and fresh prints that feel light and festive

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SATURDAY, July 11, 2026

Breakfast Buffet

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Enjoy an open breakfast buffet served at the Hotel Restaurant. Attire : Casual

Wine tour and tasting

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Attire: Casual Enjoy a wine tour and tasting experience before the festivities begin! Guests can choose between two start times: 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM. Each session lasts about one hour and includes a guided tasting of local wines. Please select your preferred time when you check into the Hotel on Friday, July 10.

Lunch Buffet

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Attire: Poolside Casual Take a break, soak up the sun, and enjoy a casual lunch buffet by the pool! Feel free to come and go as you please.

Ceremony

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Attire: Formal Our ceremony will take place by the River Pool at the hotel, starting promptly at 5:00 PM. Please make sure to arrive before 5:00 PM. There is a short 10–15 minute walk from the hotel down to the ceremony site, so please allow time to arrive comfortably.

Reception to follow

Sunday, July 12, 2026

Brunch

Attire: Casual

Check-Out

12:00 PM

Schedule

Accomodation

A reservation for the full weekend is required for all guests—single-night bookings are not available. Room rates range from €315 to €455 per night, depending on the room type. Each room is double occupancy. Once you're at the vineyard, all meals and events on the wedding weekend schedule will be included—so you can just relax, enjoy, and soak in the experience with us. Don't worry about booking your room in advance. We have reserved all of the hotel rooms on the property. Your exact room and rate will be confirmed and the hotel will contact you directly with your room details in January 2026.

Quinta do Vallado - Wine Hotel

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Airport

For more details about travel, please visit our FAQ page. If you have any additional questions, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to help!

Porto Airport (OPO) - Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport

PASSPORTS

Passport Requirements:Make sure your U.S. passport is valid for at least 6 months after your return date. No visa is required for stays under 90 days.Need a Passport?Apply or renew as early as possible! Processing times are typically 4–6 weeks.🔗 <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apply or Renew Your U.S. Passport</a>More Info:🔗 <a href="https://pt.usembassy.gov/travelling-abroad/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">U.S. Travel to Portugal</a>

Travel

We’re a Hinge success story—both of us swiped right, and the rest is history. From the very start, the connection felt easy. We skipped all of the small talk and Ethan came in with a date, time, and place: Temperance Wine Bar in the West Village. We met at a tiny table there and spent hours deep in conversation, discovering how much we shared in common—especially our love for family, close friends, quality time, and travel. One of the wildest coincidences? We both studied at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland—just a few years apart. We were destined to meet, it seems… it just took a little help from an app. Since that first date, our story has been full of adventure. We’ve been lucky to travel the world together, always finding connection, laughter, and new friends we meet along the way. One trip took us to Portugal, where we fell in love with a stunning vineyard hotel in the Douro Valley. As we looked around, we both had the same thought: This could be the place. So we asked the staff if they ever hosted weddings… and were promptly handed a brochure about working at the vineyard, complete with instructions to wake up at 6am and start picking grapes. (Turns out, they thought we were applying for jobs.) Luckily, we became friends with the sommelier, and after a few follow-ups and a little fate, everything aligned. We’re so excited to celebrate our wedding at Quinta do Vallado—our favorite place in the world. And as our story continued to come full circle, Ethan chose to propose back at Temperance Wine Bar, the very spot where it all began. We returned to that same little table, the place where hours of conversation first sparked a lifetime of memories, and the question was popped- we got engaged! We can’t wait to celebrate the next chapter of our story with all of you. Always,L &amp; E

Our Love Story

Our Story

The Venue

Future Aaron's

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Wedding Party

We know many of our guests are making a longer trip for our wedding, and we’d love to help you make the most of your time in Portugal. Over the years, we’ve traveled to a variety of cities and regions nearby, discovering amazing restaurants, sights, and experiences along the way.If you’re looking for personalized recommendations, suggested itineraries, or just want tips on the best spots to explore, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re happy to share our favorites so you can create your own unforgettable adventure while you’re here! Here's a spreadsheet we created with some of our favorite spots in Porto! (copy and paste the link) https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oAxukHEf5Fahr5JJ8m9FMm469sCljTt3bslOjtsjs1U/edit?usp=sharing

Enjoy a guided tour of Quinta do Vallado’s winery and aging cellars, where you’ll learn about the wine-making process and enjoy a tasting of their signature wines. Tours will be offered on Saturday, July 11, with two start times available: 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM. Each session lasts about an hour. You’ll be able to choose your preferred wine tour time when you check in.

Guided tours and wine tasting

Panoramic views to enjoy a refreshing experience after basking in the Douro's hot sun. Don’t miss it! Bar service available, with a selection of light meals and wines, available from 12am to 7pm. All guests are invited to enjoy a lunch buffet on Saturday, July 11, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Swimming Pool

The spa is equipped with a jacuzzi, Turkish bath, and sauna, as well as a relaxation area where you can enjoy tea beside the orange grove. Guests staying two nights or more receive one hour of complimentary access. A variety of spa treatments are also available, including facials, relaxation massages with essential oils from Quinta do Vallado, and vinotherapy. Advance booking is required.

Take a closer look at places that only a few know and enjoy unique moments of direct contact with nature. Observe the diversity of fauna and flora and let yourself be carried away by the abundant wildlife around you. With due care, you might even have a swim in the river.