First off, Guadalajara is the capital and the largest city of the Mexican state of Jalisco, Mexico. So for those wanting to understand geography, you will be in the country of Mexico, the state of Jalisco in the city of Guadalajara. Guadalajara is considered the home of mariachi music :D Tequila is also associated with Guadalajara as Tequila, Jalisco is a nearby city where tequila is known to have been created! A delicious plate that Guadalajara is known for is their tortas ahogadas also known as a drowned torta/sandwich.
Comfortable walking shoes Small purse with zipper Cash in pesos & loose change of pesos (some restrooms charge toilet paper or there is someone working inside the restroom for tips as a living) Drinking only filtered water bottle (never from the sink) Medications: heartburn, anti-diarrheals, headache medications, COVID test (all this easily purchased at any pharmacy)
Travel: Landing in Guadalajara on Wednesday January 10th evening through Monday January 15th Lodging: Staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historic
It is recommended to transfer money ahead of time with your bank (approximately 1 week before you leave) as they often are able to offer the best transfer rate. We recommend carrying Mexican cash "pesos" as many locations only accept pesos.
Depends! Ensure ahead of time with your service provider that you can use unlimited roaming when traveling. I (Nicole) have T-mobile and have never had an issue in MX while my poor Luis has always had issues using his phone for internet (he also had T-mobile).
The Tequila tasting is planned the day before the wedding; Friday January 12, 2024. Leave from Hotel Double Tree GDL at 1pm on Friday January 12, 2024. Price is $500 in pesos (please have exact change); kids under 10 $350 pesos, kids under 5 free of charge Drive approx 45min Learn process of tequila making Visit Tequileras aka destiladoras - name TBD and taste tequila Everyone explore the towns center and eat on their own Visit the agave fields Visit cantaritos “el güero” Return back to Double Tree at 8pm MUST RSVP WITH LUIS OR NICOLE BY THANKSGIVING NOV 23, 2023– we need an exact count to order transportation Luis (661) 233-2755 Nicole (909) 262-5795