Bairrada Bringing
2024
What to Bring
Imagine that you are living in the 1920's and staying in a hotel from the turn of the 20th century where the décor is in the Art Nouveau style. You then you make your through a Manueline arch into a late gothic style chateau. What would you be wearing? We suggest Tuxes for the men and flapper dresses for the women.
WHAT ARE WE BRINGING?
Friday Glamorous Gala Outfit – Flappers and Tuxedos
DIVAHHH Drinking Vessel (We are sold out.)
Lanyard for DIVAHHH Name Tag
Running/Walking Gear for 2 trails
Shot glass in case we find something interesting
Space in your luggage for bottles of Bubbly
WHERE ARE WE GOING?
Coimbra, Portugal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
All locations and websites are in The Schedule.
Again, here is the hotel: Astória Hotel em Coimbra
See Frisky's Transportation Guide for how to arrive in Coimbra.
Here is one travel tip: The Coimbra B Station is where most intercity trains and Flixbuses stop. This is 1.5 to 2 km from the hotel. There are regular to Coimbra A which is about 200 metres from the hotel. The cost is less than 2 €.
WHAT ARE WE DRINKING?
We will be drinking vihno espumante called Bairrada in the famous Bairrada wine region. Here is a website to prepare:
WHAT CAN I BUY?
Lots of Bubbly at Caves Sao Domingos and Caves Messais (optional tasting)
DIVAHHH Haberdashery: Everything, except long sleeve shirts, will be selling at 5 € all weekend! There will be a free DIVAHHH water bottle with every purchase.
If you spend 20€, you can choose one free 5€ item.
Whoever spends the most will receive a free very cool suitcase to take your wine home in!
FACEBOOK: - DIVAHHH Face Book Page for photos and fun!