Q&A

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CAN I BRING A DATE

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If your invitation states that you have a +1, yes. If not, please bring your lovely self only and some dancing shoes.

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I HAVE A FOOD ALLERGY, CAN I MAKE A SPECIAL REQUEST?

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Absolutely. Let us know what allergies you have and we will accommodate you.

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ARE THERE ANY OTHER EVENTS THAT I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AROUND THE WEDDING?

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Definitely. We plan on making a week of it with friends and family there, so make sure you check out the schedule page to check out what we have planned!

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NO HABLO ESPAÑOL... WHAT DO I DO?

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Don't worry! Cartagena is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Colombia, well-equipped to handle visitors from all over the world. Luckily for you, English is widely spoken throughout the city.

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DO I NEED A VISA?

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UK citizens do not need a Visa to visit Colombia.

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WHAT CURRENCY IS USED IN COLOMBIA?

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The Colombian Peso. Recently, it's been roughly $4.400 to £1 The meaning of periods and commas in numbers is reverse of that in the UK, so $40.000, means forty-thousand Colombian pesos or around £10 GBP.

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SHOULD I USE CASH IN CARTAGENA? WHERE SHOULD I GET IT

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While most places in Cartagena accept credit cards, you will need cash for taxis and to purchase items from street vendors and mom-and-pop shops. You will also need cash if you're planning to take a day trip outside of the city. We recommend getting cash at BanColombia ATM machines throughout the city. The fees are significantly less than those at the airport and most exchange houses in the walled city.

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WHAT IS FORMAL ATTIRE?

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While Cartagena is in the Caribbean, people dress to the nines when going out at night. For women, long gala dresses and for men, Black Tie.