FAQs/Preguntas Frequentes

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Where to stay / Donde quedarse

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- There are many beautiful, affordable Airbnbs in modern buildings with amenities including 24/7 security/doormen, gyms, etc. - The best neighborhood to stay in will be El Poblado. It has the best restaurants, is very safe and will be easiest to get to the wedding events from. - If you'd prefer to stay in a hotel, we recommend Binn (where we have a room block), El Cielo Hotel, Click Clack or the InterContinental. - Hay muchos Airbnb hermosos y asequibles en edificios modernos con comodidades que incluyen seguridad/portero las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, gimnasios, etc. - El mejor barrio para hospedarse será El Poblado. Tiene los mejores restaurantes, es muy seguro y será más fácil llegar a los eventos de la boda. - Si prefieres alojarte en un hotel, te recomendamos Binn (donde tenemos un bloque de habitaciones), el Hotel El Cielo, Click Clack o el InterContinental.

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What To Do / Que Hacer

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- You can check the other page for what to do & the associated map. Follow this link to get the Google Map version of our favorite Medellín spots on your phone: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qzgnCmPbhCAWGarX8 - Puede consultar la otra página para saber qué hacer y el mapa asociado. Siga este enlace para obtener la versión de Google Map de nuestros lugares favoritos de Medellín en su teléfono: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qzgnCmPbhCAWGarX8

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Safety

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Things to avoid: - Parque Lleras - Public transportation - Cell phones in hands - Headphones in public - Visible jewelry on the street - Flashy clothes/shoes - Nice watches - Holding cash in public - Watch your pockets - Avoid getting stopped by children on the street (usually linked with pickpockets) - Keep windows up in cars when traveling, especially at red lights

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Water

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- Don't drink from the tap - Avoid ice if possible - Use bottled water to brush your teeth

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General Needs

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- Rappi is your best friend (Uber Eats but with many more offerings including cash, pharmacy needs, groceries, etc.) - Don't exchange cash in the airport - much better conversion rate at ATMS in the city

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Getting Around

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- Airport to El Poblado: Ubers are not allowed at the airport & taxis don't take credit cards so withdraw approx. 160,000 COP to be safe. If you are staying in El Poblado, your taxi should cost 120,000 COP. However, when traveling home, it is easy to take an Uber to the airport. - We encourage you to walk around & explore the city but please keep in mind the city is on the side of a mountain so wear sneakers & drink lots of water. The altitude is 4,905 ft. - Taxis take cash only - Ubers: take Uber Comfort instead of UberX (much nicer & negligible price difference)