FAQs

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Is there a dress code?

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Yes - the wedding is black tie! And of course, no white :)

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Can I bring a date?

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If your guests name is on the invitation or the invitation says 'plus one' then, yes! Otherwise we would like to keep the wedding as an intimate event for close friends and family.

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Are kids welcome?

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We love your family and that you want to experience Mexico City together! Unfortunately, our wedding is kids-free with the exception of immediate family.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Of course! We all know Julia takes food allergies very seriously. There will be a place to note a food allergy in your RSVP.

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How long are the bride and groom staying?

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We will be there for the entire week leading up to the wedding. We encourage you to come early or stay after the wedding, we would love to spend time with you! We hope that our guests can explore CDMX and make a trip out of the occasion.

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WHEN SHOULD I BOOK MY FLIGHT?

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If you've already started price watching flights, please don't panic! International flights can tend to be quite expensive when looking more than 6+ months out from your travel dates. Flight prices to Mexico City tend to drop around 3-6 months out, which would fall around Sept '24 for our Mar '25 wedding.

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WHAT SHOULD I KNOW ABOUT MEXICO CITY?

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1. CDMX = Ciudad de Mexico (aka the shorthand for Mexico City) 2. CDMX is the largest city in all of North America. Fifth largest in the world. New York City holds the 41st slot, for size context. Treat it like you would going to NYC, Chicago, LA etc. by being aware of your surroundings and wearing comfortable walking shoes. 3. Check in with your cell phone provider before coming down to make sure you have some kind of international coverage so you can use your phone for on the ground. This will specifically be useful for ordering Ubers, Google Maps and of course staying in touch with people.

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Should I be worried about the altitude?

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Mexico City is located above a mountain and has a high altitude - 7,349 feet above sea level. For reference, Denver is 5,280 feet above sea level. If possible, we recommend coming a few days early to adjust to the elevation. Please be sure to have lots of water and drink electrolytes daily. Some brands we love are Ultima and LMNT. Take rest when you need it and be sure to listen to your body!

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HOW SHOULD I PAY FOR THINGS IN MEXICO CITY?

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The US dollar cannot be used in México, so bring Mexican pesos with you or exchange USD for Pesos in the US before arriving. Most places also take credit cards, but it’s best to have some cash for tips, public restrooms, street tacos, etc. You’ll see the $ sign on all prices, but this refers to the Mexican peso, not the US dollar. The conversion changes constantly but the latest is 1 dollar to 17 Mexican pesos.

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CAN I DRINK THE WATER?

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NO! Don't drink the tap water under any circumstances. Keep these best practices in mind throughout your visit to Mexico: 1. Use purified water to brush your teeth. Even a tiny drop of contaminated water can contain enough germs to send you to el baño instead of la boda. 2. Avoid ice cubes unless you are absolutely confident of the water source it is from. Ask your waiter if the ice is made from filtered water. 3. We recommend coming prepared with Imodium and/or Pepto-Bismol just in case. You can also find medicine at a local farmacia if needed!