Travel Tips

Travel Note

FLIGHTS TO GUATEMALA

If you are traveling from another country to our wedding, you must fly into La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City (GUA). We highly suggest trying to come in on Thursday or Friday to allow you to relax and enjoy Guatemala. Please see below for Guatemala City’s weekday and Saturday rush hours. Rush hour AM: From 6 am to 9 am Rush hour PM: From 4 pm to 8 pm IMPORTANT for you returning flight please arrive at GUA airport at least 2 hours before your scheduled flight.

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Before Traveling to Guatemala...

CHECK YOUR PASSPORT'S EXPIRATION DATE Guatemala requires that your passport be valid for at least 6 months after your travel dates. NOTIFY YOUR BANK ABOUT YOUR TRAVEL DATES This helps avoid any blocks on your cards due to “suspicious” activity abroad. CASH AND CARDS The currency in Guatemala is the quetzal (GTQ). While many hotels and restaurants accept cards, cash is essential for markets, tips, small shops, and tuk-tuks in Antigua. You can withdraw from ATMs or exchange money at the airport upon arrival—rates are often similar.

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Uber

You can use Uber in Guatemala City. It is the fastest and easiest way to get anywhere. You can request a ride directly through the app. Average fares per trip: Airport to hotels in Zone 10: $8–$10 Airport to Cayalá, Zone 16: $12–$15 Prices may vary depending on the time of day and traffic.

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Driving Distance & Time to Wedding Venue

It’s common for routes out of Guatemala City (Zone 10, 14 or 16) to take around 45 minutes to 1 hour or more depending on the traffic toward Fraijanes, especially on weekends. We recommend leaving a bit earlier so you can arrive stress-free and ready to celebrate with us.

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Adriatika Hotel

4 avenida 20-44 Zona 14, Guatemala City, +502 2496-2222

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Hyatt Centric Guatemala City

12 Calle 2-25 zona 10, Guatemala City, +502 2217-6000

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AC Hotel by Marriott

11 Avenida 35-02 Paseo Cayalá Zona 16, Guatemala City, +502 2225-2600

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Hilton Guatemala City

CA-1 Este km 9.5; Complejo Vista Real, Guatemala City, +502 2427-0000

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Airbnb

There are many options available on Airbnb. When looking for a place to book, please keep in mind that our wedding will be on Carretera a El Salvador, so we suggest choosing accommodations close to the venue or in Zones 10, 14, 15, or 16.

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Hotels in Antigua Guatemala

If you have extra time, consider visiting Antigua. We recommend staying in these hotels: · Hotel Casa Santo Domingo · Camino Real Antigua · Pensativo House Hotel · El Convento Boutique Hotel · Las Cruces Boutique Hotel · Good Hotel · Porta Hotel Antigua

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Shuttles to/from Antigua Guatemala

Lobby Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, Antigua Guatemala, +502 7832-5821 Travel safely and comfortably between your hotel in Guatemala City to Antigua with trusted, professional transportation from Antigua Tours.