Phil & Gabe

The below is a suggested itinerary, travel dates to and from Brazil are completely up to you all.

Wednesday 23rd - Arrival into Guarulhos Airport

- Taxi to Paulista Avenue/Sao Paulo City (30 minutes)

- Stay 2 nights in Sao Paulo. Hotel information below.

Friday 25th - Coach to Maresias (2.5hrs)

- Stay 3 nights in Maresias

Saturday 26th - Wedding Celebration

Monday 28th (morning) - Coach to Guarulhos Airport

- Flight to Rio de Janeiro (55 minutes) for those staying on

- Flight to Ireland for those returning

Monday 28th (afternoon) - Arrival into Rio de Janeiro Airport

- Stay 2 nights in Rio.

Wednesday 30th - Return flight to Dublin

- Others continuing on to other South America destinations

Routes: Dublin to Sao Paulo (GRU)

When Gabe and I fly to Brazil we use Skyscanner and you can go through most of the big European hubs. You can either fly Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, the fastest travel time is 15hrs and we usually fly KLM through Amsterdam on the 06:55 flight. 

Taxi from GRU airport to Paulista Avenue.
- Journey time: around 30 minutes.
- Uber is used in Sao Paulo
- Cost: no more than R$60 (€10)

Route

On arrival into Sao Paulo, Gabe and I have booked into the L'Hotel Portobay. It is a really nice 5* hotel on Avenue Paulista which is the main avenue in Sao Paulo. We have secured a rate of R$880 per night for anyone who wants to book in. The hotel will hold this rate until March 31st only. If you want to book, please email Beatriz on reservassp@portobay.com.br and mention our names. 

Alternatively, Avenue Paulista has a huge choice of hotels if you would prefer to book elsewhere. 

We have arranged transport for everyone to and from Maresias for those travelling from Ireland. 

INFORMATION COMING SOON

Flights to Rio are cost effective and short.


Gabe & Phil are booked on the 16:55 flight from GRU to Rio GIG on Monday 28th November. Our flight number is LA3855.

Weather: the average weather in November is 22°, with a max of 25°. Sunglasses, caps and sun cream will be needed.



Repellent: There are mosquitos in Brazil, particularly on the coast so pick up some repellent.



Plugs: are C plugs in Brazil, which are two round prongs.



Language: Portuguese everywhere you go with little English on the coast.



Clothing: While it is not the warmest month, the humidity can get very high. Less is best. It can rain in November but it is too warm for rain jackets.



Currency: Real is the currency and normally floats around the 6:1 mark in favour of the Euro. 



Safety:  Like any capital, mind yourselves in Sao Paulo. We will generally be in a large group however. The coast there are no concerns and in Rio, for those going, we will again be in a big group.



Time Zone: In November, Brazil will be 3 hours behind Dublin.



Vaccine: You may get the yellow fever vaccine before travelling to Brazil. This can be got at the Tropical Medical Bureau. It is not mandatory but advised. Anyone who has travelled far in the last decade likely has all the necessaries but you can check in more detail here. www.tmb.ie/destinations/vaccinations-for-Brazil



Tipping: Is not required in Brazil.



Visa: You will be stamped on entry into Brazil.

Sao Paulo:

Maresias:

Rio de Janeiro:

INFORMATION COMING SOON

Maresias is a stunning stretch of beach on the Eastern coast. The area we are going to has a beach village vibe. Luai Cabana is set almost right in the middle of Maresias. Airbnb options are plentyful and are actually some of the more cost effective options for big groups. There are a number of hotels in Maresias, four of the nicer ones we have set out below. Finally, a pousada is a Brazilian style of accomodation, something between a b&b and a mini hotel.

8 Person House

8 Person House + beach entrance

10 Person House + Infinity Pool

Villa Blu Maresias

Tani

Tubes Maresias

Coconut's Hotel

Maresias Beach Hotel

Amora Hotel

Maui Hotel