Join us as we celebrate the exciting days leading up to our wedding!
Join us as we celebrate the exciting days leading up to our wedding!
Celebrating in Porto and Braga!
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We’re so excited to share this special time with you! Our wedding journey will take us through two beautiful cities in Portugal—Porto and Braga—offering a unique opportunity to explore the best of both.
From Friday, July 4th, to Monday, July 7th, we’ll be in Porto for our pre-wedding celebrations. During this time, we’ll be staying at the InterContinental Porto - Palácio das Cardosas, but guests are welcome to stay wherever they choose! To make things easier, we’ll provide additional hotel recommendations at a variety of price points to help you find the perfect fit.
On Monday, July 7th, we’ll provide transportation for all guests from the InterContinental in Porto to the main wedding hotel in Braga, the Hotel Vila Galé Collection Braga.
WEDDING IS TUESDAY, JULY 8th.
We understand that switching locations and hotels might feel like a bit much, but trust us—it’s worth it! This plan allows you to enjoy the rich history, culture, and flavors of both Porto and Braga. Think of it as a mini vacation with an incredible wedding as the highlight!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you and make unforgettable memories together in these stunning locations.
HOTEL CODES
PORTO
PRE-WEDDING HOTEL:
July 4th - 7th
InterContinental Porto - Palácio das Cardosas
Promocode: HidalgoWedding25
Benefits: -10%OFF of our Non-refundable rate
It is mandatory, for you to contact directly the reservations department by email and mentioned the promocode, to: ICPorto.Reservations@ihg.com
BRAGA
MAIN WEDDING HOTEL:
July 7th - 9th
Hotel Vila Galé Collection Braga
Promocode: HidalgoWedding
Benefits: -5%OFF
***When booking this hotel, make sure to enter the promo code when searching for your dates. Also, when selecting the guest’s country, choose "EUA," which is the Portuguese abbreviation for the USA.***
friday, July 4th
DETAILS TO COME
Friday, July 4th, marks the first night of our wedding celebrations, and we can’t wait to kick things off with everyone! We’ll be gathering for a casual evening to hang out with our guests and soak in the excitement.
The location and details will be shared closer to the date, so stay tuned! Feel free to join us if you’re in town—we’d love to see you there.
Saturday, july 5th
DETAILS TO COME
Sunset Cocktails by the Beach
What’s a trip to Portugal without a visit to the beach? We’re planning a relaxed evening at a beautiful beach bar to enjoy sunset cocktails with stunning ocean views. Closer to the date, we’ll finalize the location and share all the details so you can join us for this special moment. Get ready to unwind, sip on some refreshing drinks, and take in the magic of Portugal’s coastline!
sunday, july 6th
Welcome Party: 6pm - 11pm
Pestana Palácio do Freixo
Welcome Party
Join us for an unforgettable Welcome Party at the stunning Pestana Palácio do Freixo in Porto! On Sunday, July 6th, we’ll kick off the celebrations with an evening of cocktails, dinner, and music from 6 PM to 11 PM.
Transportation will be provided from the InterContinental Porto - Palácio das Cardosas to Palácio do Freixo, so you can relax and enjoy the evening.
Set along the water, this picturesque venue offers breathtaking views and a magical ambiance. Most of the party will take place in the gardens, so depending on the weather, we recommend bringing a wrap or light jacket to stay comfortable.
The dress code is cocktail attire, so get ready to dress up, mingle, and capture some beautiful memories!
Monday, July 7th
Travel from Porto to Braga.
Heading to Braga
On Monday, July 7th, we’ll be providing transportation buses to take everyone from the InterContinental Porto - Palácio das Cardosas to the Hotel Vila Galé Collection Braga. The drive is about 45 minutes, so sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic views along the way. Even if you’re not staying at the InterContinental, no worries—just meet us in the lobby to hop on the bus. Exact departure times will be shared closer to the date.
Once we arrive in Braga, the evening is yours to explore and enjoy this charming city while we share an intimate dinner with our family.
TUESDAY, JULY 8th
WEDDING DAY!
The day you’ve all been waiting for is finally here—our wedding day! We’ll have buses transporting all guests from the Hotel Vila Galé Collection Braga to our stunning venue, Solar da Levada. The ceremony will begin at 2:30 PM, followed by dinner, music, and a celebration to remember.
The party goes until 3 AM, but don’t worry if you’d like to leave earlier—we’ll have three staggered bus times after the cake cutting to take you back to the hotel.
Get ready for an unforgettable day filled with love, laughter, and lots of dancing!
Let the countdown begin.
Whether you’re able to attend the whole weekend or just the day of, we’ll be honored to have you there.