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What area should I stay in?What area should I stay in?
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Up to you! There are two areas you can stay in - either Baru or Cartagena, both have different vibes and are great! Baru - is a beach vibe with pristine water & where the wedding will be. Cartagena - is a city with restaurants, bars, shops, and places to walk around. We will be staying in Baru at the Sofitel Baru. You can join us there or choose another option in Baru (we have a discount at another beautiful hotel) or in Cartagena (within the walled city or Getsemani). We provided several recommendations for both areas. Feel free to pick another hotel or AirBnB. Note - As Cartagena has a lot more options, it will be more afffordable. The wedding will be in Baru and there will be transportation to the wedding from Sofitel Baru, Hotel Las Islas, & Cartagena
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White Tuxedo - What does that mean? Where can I get a white jacket?White Tuxedo - What does that mean? Where can I get a white jacket?
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It's a customary dress code for Cartagena Weddings as wearing black tuxedo jackets can get hot! For women, it's the same as black tie (but don't wear white, gold, or silver, per request of the bride) For men, it's black tie but with a white jacket (see pic on dress code tab). The jacket and lapel can be white, off-white, or ivory. Bowtie can be any color. We have a discount set up at Men's Wearhouse (USA) & D Clase (Cartagena): Men's Wearhouse (rent/buy): https://tuxedo.menswearhouse.com/wedding-tracker. Group #: 13436786. Place the order in store to get the discount. Rental discount code #13436786. (10% off rental coats or $70 off rental package) Purchase discount code #3346.10065 (10% off retail cost) D Clase Cartagena - +57 300 5577839 https://www.instagram.com/dclase.co * White tuxedo jacket - 190,000COP pesos (~$50) * Entire tuxedo (jacket, shirt, pants, bow tie) - 250,000COP (~$65) (280,000COP larger sizes) * Shoes - 50,000COP (~$13) (largest size is 44 (10.5/11) Tell them you are for Noam and Gabi's wedding. Payment has to be in cash (Colombian pesos). Whatsapp them in Spanish. Feel free to rent/purchase a jacket from another store!
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What's the weather like?What's the weather like?
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January is the best season in Cartagena/Baru, so bring your bathing suits as it's dry and warm! Daytime is around 88F/31C & nightime is around 74F/24C
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Is the wedding really going until 5AM on Monday morning!?Is the wedding really going until 5AM on Monday morning!?
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Bring your dancing shoes! It is customary for Colombian weddings to go until sunrise!
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Is a Visa needed?Is a Visa needed?
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US Passport holders: No visa needed if you are staying under 90 days. Israel passport holders: A visa is required. *Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date.
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Is it safe?Is it safe?
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Yes, The area is considered very safe. For Cartagena, stay within the walled city or Getsemani Remember to be smart and vigilant (same as Europe) - don't flash valuables, stay in the proper areas, and be aware of potential pickpocketers.
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What power outlets do they have in Colombia?What power outlets do they have in Colombia?
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Colombia uses the same as America (plugs A & B)
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Futher Questions?Futher Questions?
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Don't hesitate to reach out to us or to administracion@cartagenamagica.travel and let them know you are for Noam & Gabi's Wedding
