Due to the venue limitations, we can only accommodate a certain number of guests. If your invitation is addressed to you and a guest you are welcome to bring a plus one. If you are uncertain, type your name in the RSVP tab and it will list all the people who are included in your invitation.

Your presence is the greatest gift! We appreciate any gifts and cards you chose to honor us with but ask that they not be brought directly to the wedding as we won't have a place to collect them. We ask that everything be shipped or mailed directly to our home address in Connecticut, USA. Thank you!

As of April 2025, American citizens need a visa to enter Brazil. In order to apply for a visa you need to show proof of roundtrip travel so be sure to book your flight before applying for the visa. We recommend applying for your visa at least 30 days before your travel date to allow ample processing time. If you have any questions please reach out to Lorenza or Colin.

Like any major city, there are some extra precautions you should take while visiting Rio. We do not recommend walking around unfamiliar neighborhoods alone or carrying large amounts of money or valuables. Do not have your phone out while walking around. It is better to 'lay low' and not easily identify yourself as a tourist. Plenty of foreigners visit Rio every year and have a wonderful time! We will have plenty of safe, local recommendations for you to enjoy, but always remain vigilant. Do not enter "favelas" (even if for a guided tour). Your tour guide cannot guarantee your safety.

We do not recommend drinking tap water. Hotels, restaurants, beaches, etc. will all have bottled water either included or available for purchase so we recommend you stick to that for the duration of your time in Brazil.

Taxis in Rio are safe and reliable. Make sure to have addresses written down in case the driver does not speak English. Clarify beforehand if they accept cash or card. Short walks in familiar neighborhoods are okay, and we recommend staying with a group. Do not have your phone visible while walking around. Hotels are a safe place to pick up taxis, and these drivers are more likely to speak English. Uber and other ridesharing apps are safe and reliable (and usually very inexpensive), but use your judgement as always. Rio has a zero tolerance policy for driving under the influence and there are numerous checkpoints set up around the city, especially at night. If you are caught driving after even one or two drinks it is very possible you will be arrested. We strongly urge against driving yourself while in town.

The Brazilian currency is the real (pronounced 'hey-al', plural 'hey-ice') and is worth around 20 cents on the dollar. Since food and everyday purchases are generally less expensive in Brazil, we recommend taking out cash at a reputable location. To get the best exchange rate, you can order currency with your bank ahead of time (this sometimes take a week or 2 so we encourage you to order it a few weeks before your travel rate). You are also able to get cash at the airport or your hotel but the exchange rate will not be as good. We do not recommend you to exchange cash with unknown vendors or individuals. Most restaurants and establishments also accept credit card which most people use when going out for meals or making larger purchases.

Our wedding attire is formal. We encourage full length gowns for the ladies and suits with ties for the gentlemen (suit with tie, 3 piece suit, and black tie are all acceptable). The ceremony will be held in a Catholic church so we ask that guests keep that in mind when selecting their attire. Shoulders do not need to be covered but we ask that guests be mindful of cleavage or very high slits. It is also acceptable to bring a shawl to the church and remove it at the reception if guests prefer.

Rio is a casual (but fashionable!) city. Flip flops are fine almost everywhere, and most restaurants by the beach will allow you to stop by in a bathing suit and cover up. We do not recommend wearing anything with flashy logos or that identifies you as American (e.g. fraternity shirts, hockey jerseys). Like Miami, it will be hot during the day and cool down at night. Our wedding will be during the Brazilian winter so the city will not be as unbearably hot as it is during other seasons. We encourage you to check the weather in the days before your trip since the temperature around June can slightly vary year to year. All businesses will be blasting AC indoors, so it can be helpful to bring an extra layer for restaurants. Do not wear expensive (or expensive looking) jewelry while walking around.