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 as you choose. We will be coordinating an informal gathering for those who want to meet up and rehash the night before - details to come! It will be very casual!
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How do we get around CDMX?
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We will be providing transportation to and from both wedding events, Tacos, Tequila, & Toasts on Thursday and the Wedding & Reception on Friday! Additionally, Ubers are a great option. Since traffic is so bad, walking and riding local city bikes are also excellent options. Always travel with a buddy or in groups!
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Can we drink the tap water in CDMX?
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No, even locals only drink bottled water. All water and ice served to you at our wedding events and at restaurants will be from bottled water. Other than that, please only drink bottled water!
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Altitude
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CDMX’s elevation is ~7,350 feet high! Don't forget to hydrate before and during your trip. Consider bringing along altitude sickness medications if you 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 also take credit cards, but it’s best to have some pesos for tips, street tacos, etc. Also, it is customary to tip your server 10-15% at meals.
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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), polla (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!
