🌍 Getting to the wedding destination: Marabá, Brazil. (Google Maps link)

The nearest major airports to Marbá (MAB) are Belém (BEL) and Brasília (BSB). These are the best option for international travelers flying in from Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Orlando, USA.

✈️ Recommended Flights

We recommend looking at flights with:

• American Airlines, Delta, United – Direct or connecting flights from major U.S. cities.

• LATAM, Azul, GOL – Brazilian airlines that offer connecting flights within Brazil.

Tip: Flights to Brazil are often cheaper when booked in advance, so feel free to contact Tânia at (360) 770-6599 so she can help out out!

ℹ️ The flight path we are taking is:

 Seattle to Miami, Miami to Brasília, and Brasília to Marabá

We arrive in Marabá on the 10th at 1:20am local time, and return to Miami on the 15th at 8:30pm local time.

🛂 Travel Documents & Entry Requirements

• Starting April 10, 2025, U.S. and Canadian citizens may need an e-visa to enter Brazil — we will keep you posted on that!

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your travel date.

• Brazil does not require any vaccines for entry.

💰 Currency & Payments

• The local currency is Brazilian Real (BRL - R$). USD-BRL conversion 

• Credit cards are widely accepted.

• If you somehow end up needing cash, Tânia can use her Brazilian bank account to transfer money for a cheaper rate than local ATMs.

📞 Staying Connected

• Brazil has affordable eSIM and SIM card options with Claro and Vivo (both around $5 for calling and internet data thoughout the trip). 

• If you want local data coverage, Tânia can help set it up for you when you arrive.

• Free Wi-Fi is available at most hotels and restaurants.

🏨 Accommodations 

• We recommend staying at Hotel Augusto Palace, where we’ve arranged a group discount for guests.

• The hotel is conveniently located near the airport and the wedding venue.

• Text Tânia at (360) 770-6599 so she can provide booking details and you can secure your spot at the best rate of around USD $20/person per night with full buffet breakfast included! 

👗 Attire Rental 

• Travel light! We’ve partnered with a local dress and suit rental service offering a special discount for our guests.

• Rental prices range from USD $65 to USD $85 for party dresses and USD $20 to USD $50 for suits.

• You can browse options on their Instagram and text Tânia at (360) 770-6599 so she can coordinate the reservation in advance for a hassle-free experience.

🚗 Transportation 

• Uber and 99 (Brazil’s version of Uber) are the best ways to get around affordably and safely.

• Taxis are available but generally more expensive.

• If you prefer to rent a car, international driving permits may be required.

• For the waterfall excursion, we will look into arranging a party bus for everyone.

👗 Wedding Dress/Suit & Shoes

• Wedding Outfit 👗🤵 (Or rent one in Brazil for convenience!)

• Dressy but Comfortable Shoes 👠👞 (For dancing all night!)

🩳 Casual & Beachwear

• Lightweight Outfits 👕👗 (Breathable fabrics for warm weather.)

• Swimsuits & Cover-ups 🩱🌊 (For the river beach, waterfall, and pool!)

• Flip-Flops or Sandals 🩴 (Easy to wear and perfect for the beach.)

• Hiking/Walking Shoes 👟 (For the waterfall excursion & exploring.)

• Hat & Sunglasses 🕶️👒 (Stay protected from the sun.)

🛍️ Extras

• Waterproof Phone Pouch 📱💦 (For boat rides & waterfall trips.)

• Small First Aid Kit 🩹 (Pain relievers, band-aids, motion sickness pills.)

• Lightweight Towel 🏖️ (For swimming and day trips.)

• Brazil Power Adapter (if needed) ⚡ (Brazil uses Type N plugs.)

• A Good Camera or Extra Phone Storage 📸 (You’ll want to capture these memories!)

Pack light, bring comfortable clothing, and get ready for an amazing adventure! 😊