Fully vaccinated passengers on domestic flights NO LONGER need a negative COVID-19 test to enter Puerto Rico. Negative COVID-19 tests are only required for passengers arriving on international flights and those who have not been fully vaccinated; a negative antigen test will also be accepted for these travelers. You DO NOT need a COVID-19 test to return from Puerto Rico to mainland USA. If you are returning to other countries, you must follow your country's guidelines.
All persons entering Puerto Rico must fill out a Travel Declaration Form on the PR Health Department's online portal, which produces a QR code to proceed. Passengers need to present ID matching the Travel Declaration Form. We suggest you fill out this form before your flight, to expedite your arrival process in Puerto Rico. Here's the website to access the online portal: www.travelsafe.pr.gov
Yes! To enter the hotel, you need your vaccination card and an ID, but a picture on your phone works just fine for both. We suggest you bring a photo of your vaccination card, and leave your physical card at your hotel so you don't lose it! Make sure you have that picture on your phone at all times in Puerto Rico, as well as an ID, because a lot of establishments require it.
To protect our family and guests, and to comply with Puerto Rico guidelines regarding COVID-19 protocols for parties, our wedding will be for fully vaccinated guests only.
Once you are fully vaccinated, you can copy and paste this URL to fill out the vaccination form and upload a picture of your vaccination card: https://forms.gle/w4eneHcqovxKcgUZ6
You need to wear your mask to enter the hotel, and to walk around the hotel. When you reach the second floor, where our ceremony and reception will take place, you may remove your mask.
Masks are required when you are indoors and outside when in a large group of people. If you are sitting down at a restaurant and wish to use the restroom, you must put on your mask in order to walk to the restroom and back. All establishments that offer food require their employees and guests to be vaccinated. Have a picture of your vaccination card handy, as well as an ID. If a guest is not vaccinated, they must provide a 72 hrs or less PCR test. Establishments that do not comply with the executive order must reduce their capacity to 50%.
The wedding is Black Tie. Tuxedos for men, long dresses for women. Here are some examples: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1dqdUvl5_j9heCCFSM2OZzobUlMn3QUrLV4-pYph1Uy4/edit?usp=sharing
For the gentlemen interested in renting your tuxedos for the wedding, you may do so through Leonardo 5th Avenue (Registry #22863), where you will receive a discount. Make your reservation as soon as you can, to ensure that your order may be filled on time. If you are in Puerto Rico, you may visit any Leonardo store to have your measurements taken. If you are not in Puerto Rico, please contact Miguel Quiñones, store manager at the Santurce store, at 787-908-5517 or at mquinones@l5a.com, and he will provide you with instructions to place your order online to be picked up upon your arrival in Puerto Rico. Don’t forget to use our registry number to get your discount. Note: The store is closed on Sundays and Mondays. So, if you leave PR before Tuesday, make sure you leave your tuxedo at the designated area at the Vanderbilt on Sunday, and we will return it for you. Don't forget to include all items on the garment bag, and also your paperwork so we know who each belongs to.
We suggest you make your hair and makeup appointments as soon as possible, since they fill up quickly. Here are some suggestions in the Condado area, close to our hotel: Cardon & Erman - Hotel Vanderbilt - 787-721-7020 ** Velvet Salon - 1050 Ave. Ashford - 787-910-9477 ** Esteban Montes - 1451 Ave. Ashford - 787-725-1111 ** Saline Salon - 66 Calle Luisa - 939-338-1176 ** Miranda Beauty - 1302 Ave. Ashford - 787-723-8625 ** Beyond Salon - 1400 Ave. Magdalena - 787-722-4603
Please share your wedding weekend photos with us! a. Download the following app to your cell phone: The Guest – Photo Sharing b. Open the app and you will be asked for your phone number, name and a picture c. Enable Notifications and Location d. Go to Find an Event and use code name: DaniGioWedding2021 to join e. Deactivate Auto-Share so you only share the photos you choose (if you leave Auto-Share on, every single photo you take with your phone during the entire weekend will be shared!). Then don’t forget to manually upload your chosen photos using the App so everyone can enjoy them!
Both hotels offer full refund if you cancel up to 2 days before your arrival.
The best way is either by car or Uber. Our public transportation system can be unreliable. If you stay in Condado or Old San Juan, most attractions are walking distance.
** Ashford Presbyterian Hospital, 1451 Ave. Ashford ** Walgreens, 1130 Ave. Ashford ** CVS, 1307 Ave. Ashford **
#seacaboladistancia means “the distance is over” in Spanish. For Gio and I, it meant the end of our long-distance relationship after I got back to Puerto Rico. Now, it has a second and special meaning as social distancing is coming to an end. Get ready for a double celebration!