FAQs
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Are there any events Saturday?
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There are no formal events on Saturday. We want everyone to have an opportunity to explore Mexico City at your own pace. For those who’d like to meet up with the newlyweds to rehash the night before, we’ll be at Jardín Chapultepec from 1:00–3:30 PM. It’s a very casual spot (think picnic tables), just a short four-block walk from Galeria Plaza Reforma. Address: Avenida Chapultepec 398, 06700 Mexico City
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How do we get around CDMX? Schedule a Tour?
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We will provide transportation to and from the wedding and reception on Friday for guests staying at the Galeria Plaza Reforma and the Sofitel Mexico City Reforma. More details to come. Uber is widely available throughout Mexico City, and we recommend selecting Uber Black for a more comfortable experience. Due to traffic, walking or using local city bikes is often the fastest and most enjoyable way to get around. We recommend always traveling with a buddy or group! For private transportation or tours, we recommend booking with Gonzalo Ledezma: M: +52 55 3016 4040 Email: gonzlv@yahoo.com
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Can we drink the tap water in CDMX?
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No; even locals stick to bottled water. All water and ice served at our wedding events will be purified and safe to enjoy. For everything else, we recommend drinking bottled water.
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Altitude
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Mexico City sits at approximately 7,350 feet above sea level, so be sure to stay well hydrated before and during your trip. You may also consider bringing altitude sickness medication if you’re sensitive to elevation… or if you happen to have a body like Brett’s.
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How should I pay for things in Mexico City?
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Most places in Mexico City accept credit cards, but it’s a good idea to carry some pesos for tips, street tacos, and smaller purchases. Tipping is customary, and leaving 10–15% at restaurants is standard.
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Hey Frank, can you hit us with some facts?
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- Mexico City has over 22 million residents, making it the most populous metropolitan area in North America. - The city sits on the ancient lakebed of Lake Texcoco, where the Aztecs founded Tenochtitlán in 1325. Because of this, parts of the city are slowly sinking - up to 15 inches per year in some areas. - On clear days, you can spot Popocatépetl and Iztaccíhuatl, two majestic volcanoes guarding the city. - Mexico City has over 170 museums; more than any other city in the world! - Mexico City’s street food is called antojitos or “little cravings”. It's the best in the world! - Mexico City has over 300 public markets (mercados) and 1,000 open-air markets (tianguis). These are awesome and definitely worth checking out! - Local hangover cures in Mexico City include vuelve a la vida (a spicy, cold seafood salad), licuados (a smoothie - don't ask what's in it), birria (stew), and barbacoa (slow-cooked meat). Or go with the classic taco, tequila, rinse and repeat!
