FAQs

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What are the most important things to remember for travelling to and from Mexico?

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Keep your immigration form! Mexico Customs will provide a form for all visitors to fill out. A customs agent will keep part of the form and stamp a receipt for you to keep. You will need to turn in this receipt to leave the country, so don't lose it!

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Do you have rooms reserved?

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No, both hotels are aware of the wedding party and do not currently have reservations for other guests. However, we recommend booking your room as soon as possible. Gamma Rincon has provided a booking code available on the Travel page and Las Palomas has provided a contact for arranging your reservation. Please visit the travel page for specifics.

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When should I arrive?

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For the best experience, we recommend arriving in Santiago on Thursday, September 10, 2020 and departing on either Sunday evening or Monday morning. For longer visits, please be aware that most businesses are closed in Santiago on Monday and Tuesday.

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Are kids welcome?

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Absolutely! Both hotels are kid friendly and have playgrounds.

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What is the best way to rent a car?

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Don't go through a third party service to rent your car. Reservations don't always transfer from online to the Mexico facility. Just rent one when you arrive at the airport, there are plenty of options at good prices. Visit the travel page for more specifics.

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Will shuttles be provided between to/from the hotel?

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Yes and yes. For shuttle information to and from the airport, visit the travel page and be sure to fill out specifics on your RSVP form. A shuttle schedule to and from events will be provided to you upon arrival at your hotel.

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Who should I contact if I have last minute questions while in Mexico?

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Anyone but the Bride or Groom please!

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Are tips customary in Mexico?

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Yes, 10-15% of your bill is customary. For drinks, 10-20 pesos per drink is normal.

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What typical food and beverages do we recommend to try while in Santiago?

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To eat: Arrachera (similar to skirt steak), asado de puerco (spiced pork), pan de elote (traditional cornbread) To drink: cafe de olla (coffee, Mexican style), aguas frescas (non-alcoholic fruit and water based drinks), micheladas, mezcal and tequila! To snack: Paletas (popsicles), elote (corn, in a cup or on a stick with toppings), queso panela (white cheese, often served grilled).

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Will there be any vegetarian diet options at the reception?

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Yes, please specify any dietary restrictions on your RSVP form.

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Do I have to mail back my RSVP or can I RSVP online?

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You can do either, however for logistics we recommend filing out your RSVP online.

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When should I RSVP by?

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So that we can finalize all menus, seating charts and other arrangements, please RSVP by August 1, 2020.

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What happens if it rains?

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The Callejoneada will continue rain or shine, so bring an umbrella. The venue for both the ceremony and reception have indoor facilities in case of rain, so nothing will stop the party. However, do the sun dance and place two knives crossed in an "X" in the soil in your garden to keep the rain away!