FAQs

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Can I RSVP Online? Puedo Reservar En La Web?

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Yes, the sooner the better, please RSVP by June 1st, 2022 Si, Entre mas pronto lo hagas, mucho mejor. Tienes hasta el 1 de Junio, 2022

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Can I bring my kids to the wedding ? Puedo traer a mis hijos a la boda?

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We look forward to celebrating with you! Kick your shoes off and enjoy a relaxing kid-free evening with us. ¡Esperamos celebrarlo contigo! Quítese los zapatos y disfrute de una noche relajante sin niños con nosotros!

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CAN'T MAKE IT? QUE HAGO SI NO PUEDO ATENDER?

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You will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” so we can plan accordingly. ¡Te extrañaremos! Si no puede asistir a la boda, avisanos lo antes posible y confirma tu asistencia con un “no” para que podamos planificar en consecuencia.

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WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE? A QUE HORAS DEBO LLEGAR?

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We recommend that you arrive a half hour before the start of the ceremony, to make sure everyone is on time and we can get started as scheduled. Recomendamos que llegues media hora antes del inicio de la ceremonia, para asegurarnos de que todos estemos a tiempo y podamos comenzar la celebración según lo programado.

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WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? ETIQUETA DE VESTIDO

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The dress code for our wedding is Black tie: Men: Tuxedo or suit and tie. Women: long evening gowns El código de vestimenta para nuestra boda es de Corbata negra: Hombres: Esmoquin o traje y corbata. Mujeres: Vestidos de noche largos .

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WILL THE CEREMONY AND RECEPTION BE INDOORS OR OUTDOORS?

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Indoor ceremony and cocktail will be outdoor, indoor reception. Ceremonia interior y cóctel al aire libre, recepcion interior

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WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE?

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Daily high temperatures are around 80°F, low temperatures are around 74°F.

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No Hablo Espanol

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No need to worry. Cartagena is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Colombia, well-equipped to handle visitors from all over the world. While English is widely spoken throughout the city, be prepared for some shops and street vendors that only speak Spanish. We recommend downloading a smartphone app such as Duolingo to help you practice a few key terms. The Google Translate App offers a Spanish file to download that can still be used while offline if you will not have an internet connection while in Colombia.

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IS CARTAGENA SAFE? WHAT IS THE NUMBER FOR 911?

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Cartagena's walled city is perfectly safe and the safest metropolis in Colombia. In general, the further from Old Town, the less savory the neighborhoods. As in any other major city, stay aware, be cognizant of your surroundings and keep your belongings close. WHAT'S THE NUMBER FOR 911? In the off chance that you run into any trouble, here are some emergency numbers everyone should know... National Emergency Number: 123 Tourist Police: (1) 3374413 Information: 113 U.S. Embassy in Colombia: (+57) (1) 275-2000

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IS IT SAFE TO HAIL A TAXI? HOW MUCH DO THEY COST?

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It is safe to hail a taxi, especially from landmarks. Taxi drivers have set fares to the most popular destinations, so you should confirm the amount before you leave. Private taxi companies (that work directly with hotels) are usually white and will charge a little bit more, but rides are comparatively very inexpensive. Note that taxis in Cartagena do not have taximeters. So, be careful of inflated taxi fares in Cartagena. To make sure you are not surprised at the fare at the destination when in Cartagena, always make sure to ask the fare to the destination before getting in a taxi.

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WHAT CURRENCY IS USED IN COLOMBIA?

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The Colombian Peso is the official currency and the symbols are "$", "COP", or "COL$". Check out https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter I also recommend downloading Globe Convert app (it has a red icon and arrows) on your phone.

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WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO EXCHANGE CURRENCY IN COLOMBIA?

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ATM'S are your best bet for exchanging money, as the fees are significantly less than those at the airport and most exchange houses in the walled city. Instead of converting US $ at the currency exchanges, we recommend getting Colombian pesos at an ATM (such as Bancolombia) instead. The exchange rate ATM machines provide will usually be very close to the actual exchange rates that can be seen on XE. Just remember that there are ATM usage fees for each withdrawal so try to plan your spending ahead.

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IS IT SAFE TO USE MY CREDIT CARD? DO I NEED CASH?

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Yes, credit cards are accepted in all major shops, restaurants, and hotels (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are the most common). Most credit cards offer no foreign transaction fees, but we recommend double checking with your bank and telling them that you will be traveling abroad to Colombia so they don't freeze your card. While many places 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 plan to take any trips outside of the city.

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IS IT CUSTOMARY TO TIP?

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It's typically customary to tip around 10%. Many of the nicer restaurants will automatically add a service charge (or propina) to your bill, so make sure to check before paying.

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How Do I Handle The Street Vendors?

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The Old City is full of tourists and the locals know it. You will be approached by some street vendors. It's inevitable. They'll try to sell you hats, sunglasses, tobacco, etc. At times, it can seem a bit overwhelming but all you need to do is keep walking, look straight ahead, and say "no gracias" or as Frank says "no mas plata/dinero" lol They'll move onto the next customer. To the extent you want to buy a souvenir, remember everything is 100% negotiable.

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Is The Water Safe?

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Stick to bottled water. You're fine drinking ice in cocktails and juice at a nice restaurant, as it's safe to assume they're using filtered water for their ice. In Cartagena, restaurants will serve both still water (sin gas) and sparkling (agua con gas). So be sure to specify which you prefer when placing an order.

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COVID-19 in Colombia

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As of May 1 , 2022 COVID VACCINATIONS are no longer required. For more updates and information regarding COVID-19 use the following link: https://co.usembassy.gov/health-alert%E2%80%AFnew-covid-19-entry-requirements-colombia/ Travel Restriction for unvaccinated: Resolution 692 requires visitors ages 18 years and older to show proof of a complete vaccination scheme at least 14 days before travel to Colombia. Visitors 18 years and older who do not have complete vaccine scheme will be required to show a negative antigen test taken 48 hours prior to departure or a negative PCR test 72 hours prior to departure.