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• Weather in Mexico City:
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The rainy season in Mexico City starts in June. When it rains it comes usually in short, intense bursts. Because of the rain, air quality is at its best this time of year. Lows of 54° Highs of 77 °
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• Covid
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Mexico City is a mask-wearing city for the most part, especially indoors, but many people still wear them outdoors as well. We suggest having a mask with you at all times. Uber drivers, for instance, might require that you wear one.
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•Tipping
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A 15% tip is customary in restaurants and bars in Mexico.
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• Altitude
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Stay hydrated! Most of Mexico City is more than 7,000 feet above sea level. High altitude can affect everyone differently, but a good way to avoid lightheadedness and other symptoms of altitude sickness on the first day of acclimatization is to drink a lot of filtered water.
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• Don't drink the tap water!
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The city's water isn't safe to drink and even many locals wash fruit and vegetables and brush their teeth with purified or filtered water.
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• Getting around
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Uber is the simplest way to get around the city. There is also an alternative ride hail company called Cabify that can be a little less expensive, but both options are fairly reasonable. In general, it’s best not to hail taxis on the street.
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• Immigration card
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For those who have visited CDMX you may remember you need to hold on to your immigration card for your return flight. This policy recently changed, though, so an immigration officer will just stamp your passport and that is all. No need to carry the card with you!
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Kids
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Kids are invited to the wedding but here is a link to a trusted babysitting agency if needed. My sister found an easy english speaking vetted babysitter company called NANNAPP What’s app number +52 55 2129 6063 Or a reccomend from a friend http://haciendotribu.com/servicios.html Link in English https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CLBtoKbr9kzkdlO_O1oWdnmWInhZaS_p/view?usp=drivesdk