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Talia Bartelmo

and

Federico Aristizabal

Talia Bartelmo

and

Federico Aristizabal

January 17, 2026

Cartagena, Colombia
208 days208 d11 hours11 h21 minutes21 min9 seconds9 s
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Here's what to expect during our wedding weekend. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Friday, January 16, 2026

The Night Before - Welcome Party

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Botika Santa Clara Bar
39-29 Carrera 8, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar 130001, Colombia

Join us for a golden hour welcome cocktail to kick off our wedding celebrations! Set against the stunning backdrop of Cartagena, we'll gather on the fourth-floor terrace of BOTIKA at the Sofitel Santa Clara Hotel. Passed Hors d’Oeuvres (light bites)

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Wedding Ceremony

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Catedral de Santa Catalina de Alejandría
Carrera 4, El Centro, Bolívar 130001, Colombia

Black-Tie Attire

We invite you to witness the sacred moment as we exchange our vows in a traditional Mass ceremony at the breathtaking Catedral de Santa Catalina de Alejandría in the heart of Cartagena. ⏳ Ceremony begins at 3:00 PM (Guests should arrive and be seated no later than 2:30PM) We can’t wait to celebrate this meaningful chapter of our love story with you.

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 4:00 pm - Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 1:00 am

Black-Tie Attire

Immediately after the ceremony, please join us for a celebratory cocktail hour at the stunning Casa 1537. Reception to follow... We will remain at Casa 1537 for our Wedding Reception. Join us for a night filled with love, laughter, and dancing as we dine and toast to this special moment. Enjoy a plated dinner and open bar before we hit the dance floor and party the night away!

Travel

For all guests, we strongly recommend that you stay in the "Walled” or "Old" City which is a 10-15 minute Uber or taxi ride from the airport. Specifically we have a Room Block reserved at the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara. There are hotel options for every budget including larger hotels, small boutique hotels and Airbnbs. Some of our suggested hotels are listed below, but feel free to contact Talia or Federico if you have specific questions about a stay or location. We suggest booking early since there are multiple events and weddings in the Old City on any given weekend!

Flight

Rafael Núñez International Airport (Cartagena Airport)

Crespo Calle 70, Provincia de Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

Hotel

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

39-29 Calle Del Torno, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar 130001, Colombia
 

We have a Room Block reserved for January 16 – 18, 2026 To book one of these rooms, please call Sixth Star Travel at 954-475-7700 and ask for Monika Dysart.

Hotel

Charleston Santa Teresa Cartagena

31-23 Carrera 3, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar 130001, Colombia
 

Hotel

Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias

Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar 130001, Colombia
 

Travel Note

TRANSPORTATION WITHIN CARTAGENA

We recommend you take Uber or an authorized official airport taxi to your hotel (most are Colombian Peso cash only). Airport taxis are safe to use! The ride should cost around $5-$10 USD and is 15 min away from the Old City.

Travel Note

Where to Eat

Breakfast/Brunch: Cafe de la manana Crepes & Waffles La Brioche Buena Vida Amasa Café Brunch Epoca Café Bar Nia Dinner: Restaurante Celele - recognized as one of Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants, reservation required! Marea - Colombian Cuisine Carmen - Colombian Fusion La Cevichería - Seafood in the Plaza Alma - Romantic Restaurante La Única - Mexican Food Buena Vida Marisquería - Rooftop, Dancing, Cheat night! Candé - Live Music & Colombian Cuisine Cuzco Cocina Peruana - Peruvian Fusion Zaitun - Colombian-Lebanese Cuisine Moshi - Japanese Cuisine Época Espresso Bar La Vitrola - Cuban Food with Live Music

Travel Note

Rooftop Bars

Movich Rooftop Alquimico Bar Cafe del Mar Mar y Zielo Mirador Gastro Bar 51 Sky Bar Townhouse Rooftop

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