faq

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WHAT AIRPORT SHOULD I TRAVEL TO?

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Option 1: Travel to Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) in Cartagena. CTG Airport is 6.4 km (4 miles) to the Ciudad Amurallada, which is typically a 15 minute car ride. Option 2: Travel to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) in Barranquilla. BAQ Airport is 138 km (85 miles) to the Ciudad Amurallada, which is typically a 2 hr car ride. IMPORTANT: If you choose Option 2, please contact Christian so he can assist with arranging transportation to Cartagena.

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WANT TO KNOW WHAT TO PACK? WHAT IS THE WEDDING ATTIRE?

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Cartagena is on the coast of Colombia meaning that it can get hot and humid. So, make sure you dress accordingly because no one wants to be that sweaty one... Wednesday Cocktail Night - tropical casual (pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, rompers, etc) Thursday Wedding Ceremony and Reception- Formal Garden Cocktail Attire or Summer Formal. Keeping it nice but also want you to be comfortable! The ceremony is outdoors but the reception is indoors. There will be ALOT of dancing so be prepared! ideas: For women: - Long dresses or cocktail dresses. - Tailored jumpsuits - Light For men: - tie and bow tie optional - pant suit - light colored suit - linens

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WHAT'S THE COVID SITUATION IN COLOMBIA? WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO ENTER?

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To enter the country, you have to provide proof that you have either been fully vaccinated against COVID 19 for at least 14 days prior to travel OR you must present a PCR test with a negative result taken within 72 hours of boarding or an antigen test within 48 hours within traveling. As of May 1, they JUST lifted the vaccine mandate y'all! WOOHOO!! BUT PLEASE CHECK ALL REQUIREMENTS on governmental sites prior as things may change. Monitor the Colombian Health Ministry as well as CDC website for the latest guidance regarding testing requirements.

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WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO REENTER THE U.S.?

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To reenter the U.S. you are required to show a negative Covid test taken within one day of departure. The test can be a rapid antigen test, or PCR (we recommend taking a rapid as results will be more quickly available to you). We will arrange Covid 19 Testing on Friday, June 17th for anyone interested. Location TBD.

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HOW DO I GET AROUND?

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We will provide in detail, a list of trusted cab companies you can hire to take you from the airport to your individual hotels. While in the City, you can either walk, bike, taxi or use horse carriages.