FAQ's

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Is this wedding really happening?

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Yes. We will be there rain or shine, COVID or not. Tulum has experienced very few cases (everything is outside) and remained fully open throughout the last year+. We realize this has been a difficult time and continues to create challenges, but really hope you can make it. Please RSVP ASAP, but let us know if your plans change.

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Do I Need A Passport?

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A valid passport is required to travel to Mexico. If your passport is expiring within six months of travel, you may need to have it renewed in order to leave the country. Passport processing time are running longer than normal. If you discover your passport is expired, you should find an expedited service.

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When Should I Arrive?

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We will be in the Tulum area from Tuesday 10/20/21 AM through the following Tuesday. If anyone arrives early or stays on for a couple of days after the wedding, please let us know. Traffic from the Cancun airport to Tulum can vary depending on time of day and accidents. Driving time is typically 1.75 - 2.25 hours. If arriving on Thursday or Saturday, we would recommend a 4.5+ hour buffer from touch down to event start time to be safe. The Tulum beach corridor is a tight, two lane road and is also prone to traffic. While the area runs on "Tulum" time, our events will start on time. Please plan accordingly.

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Are My Offspring Allowed?

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While we love your little ones, the wedding events are adult only. This is a good occasion to lean on grandparents if possible and escape. If you choose to bring the next generation with you, there are multiple babysitter services available (which we will be using for our kid...).

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What Do I Wear To A Place Called Wild?

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Beach / Jungle Chic is open to interpretation. Have some crazy threads you have been waiting to showcase? Go for it. Otherwise, think garden or cocktail party. The walking surface is gravel. Heels will be problematic.

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What Do I Wear To A Beach Party?

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The smallest, Mexico legal bathing suit you own.

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What Do I Wear To A Jungle Disco Wedding?

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Amped Up Semi Formal-ish Attire. Guys: Jackets and pants are required. Ties and socks are not. Color is welcome and encouraged. Gals: Cocktail dresses, statement pieces, dressy jumpsuits, etc. The walking surface is stone and concrete. If heels work with your outfit, they will work here. All: Dancing shoes required.

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Can I Drink The Tap Water?

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Not unless you want mud-butt. Tap water in Tulum should only be used for bathing. Plan to use bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth. Most hotels provide guests purified water free of charge.

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What's Up With Pesos?

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At the time of writing, the exchange rate is just over 20 MX Pesos per USD. VISA and Mastercard are widely accepted at established restaurants, hotels and retail stores. Cab drivers, small retail shops, and spa services may only accept pesos. We recommend bringing US dollars as well as exchanging for some pesos before departure. Lines at the Cancun airport exchanges can be long and the rates are typically above market. ATM's in Tulum are spotty and most only spit out USD.

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DO....YOU....SPEAK.... ENGLISH?!?

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Si! The majority of taxi drivers, hotel staff, waiters, and bartenders speak english. Everyone we have encountered on our trips to Tulum has been friendly, welcoming, and generally delightful.

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So, I Caught The Mud Butt (and maybe worse), Is There Health Care Nearby?

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Tulum has multiple pharmacies, a hospital, and an urgent care facility. We will also have a few MD's in the wedding party, though they likely do not want to hear about your lingering rash.

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Is Zika Still A Thing?

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There were no known cases of Zika in the area of Tulum reported in 2020. https://www.journeymexico.com/blog/the-zika-virus-in-mexico-what-you-need-to-know https://www.cdc.gov/zika/index.html

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What is the Weather Like in Tulum?

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It is typically in the 80's during the day, 70's-80's at night, and always humid. Given the tropical location, intermittent thunderstorms are common. Check the forecast. The rehearsal dinner and wedding both have covered areas in case of inclement weather.

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Are There Grocery Stores?

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There are small shops along the beach corridor and a large super market, Chedraui, just off the turn from Tulum downtown to the beach. Playa del Carmen has a Sam's Club and other larger grocery chains just off the highway.

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Is Tulum Safe?

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Are you planning on joining a cartel? While Mexico has drug-related violence, it is mostly concentrated along US border. Compared to Chicago, Tulum is a safe travel destination. You may see heavily armed police, much like in European capitals, but their presence should be viewed as an overwhelming deterrent rather than an indication of insecurity. Travelers should still exercise common sense. Walk in formation and snap your fingers in unison to ward off rivals.

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What travel restrictions do I need to consider when traveling to/from Mexico?

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The CDC recommends all individuals traveling internationally be fully vaccinated - this includes Mexico. We also request that guests at our wedding be fully vaccinated to protect the health and safety of our family and friends. All air passengers coming to the United States, including U.S. citizens and fully vaccinated people, are required to have a negative COVID-19 test result no more than 3 days before travel or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 in the past 3 months before they board a flight to the United States. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html

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What's the deal with COVID-19 in Tulum/Mexico?

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This is a rapidly changing situation that we are closely monitoring, however Tulum has had very few cases of COVID-19. All of the restaurants/bars are open air - as are the wedding events. Nonetheless we encourage all of our guests to be fully vaccinated before attending the wedding to keep our loved ones safe & healthy.

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Tell me more about COVID testing to get back into the US....

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You will require a negative COVID test within 72 hours of your flight home. There are as many COVID testing sites along the beach as there are bars! It is easily accessible (on every corner), quick (10 min from the time you walk in until you get the required paperwork for your flight) and cheap (~$20). For what it's worth....I've heard people are NOT testing positive in Mexico. My recommendation would be to take a home test in the US before coming down to Mexico to make sure you do not have asymptomatic COVID. Then take a test exactly 72 hours before your flight (for some people this may be right when you land). Please know all wedding events are private and outside.