FAQs
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Children at the Wedding
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While our wedding celebration will be an adults-focused evening, we understand that some of our guests are traveling internationally with little ones. For those coming from abroad, we’ll have a designated Kids Area with trusted childcare and activities onsite so parents can enjoy the celebration worry-free. For our local guests, we kindly ask that you arrange childcare for the evening — we’d love for you to enjoy a night out with us!
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IS GUATEMALA SAFE?
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We want to reassure our guest that Guatemala IS safe! We would never ask our family and friends to travel somewhere that is unsafe. We know you will love Guatemala as much as we do!
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WHERE DO I FLY INTO?
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Guatemala City Airport (La Aurora International Airport). Antigua is a city about 1.5 - 2.5 hrs away from the city, depending on traffic. Depending on when your plane lands, you can spend the night in Guatemala City, or our travel agent, Marcia, can help you set up transportation to your hotel in Antigua.
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HOW LONG SHOULD I STAY?
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There are a lot of fun locations to visit in Guatemala so It really depends on how long you can get away for! We suggest landing in Guatemala on Tuesday if you are planning to join the hike. If not, we suggest landing Thursday night or Friday morning and making your way to Antigua to partake in wedding festivities. Check out our "Things To Do" tab to see places to explore in Antigua, or other nearby sites such as Lake Atitlan, Tikal, and/or Puertos San Jose.
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HOW DO I GET TO ANTIGUA?
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The safest and most convenient way to travel to Antigua is through shuttle transportation. For assistance in securing your transportation, please contact our travel agent (travel@sparksevents.com.gt). If you are staying the night in Guatemala City, she can also help you book a hotel. Within the city, Uber is safe and reliable to use.
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WHAT IS THE CURRENCY?
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In Guatemala, the currency used is called Quetzal (Q). The currency may vary by the time of your visit, but the rate of exchange currently is $1 = $7.82 Q. We recommend you exchange $100 USD for the trip for souvenirs, entrance to museums & excursions and tips. We recommend that you exchange your dollars in Banks in Antigua Guatemala, or in the Currency-Exchange office at the airport. Credit cards are accepted at restaurants and hotels.
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WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE IN NOVEMEBER?
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November is a great month, with temperatures between 59°F and 75°F. It tends to cool down at night so we suggest you pack a light jacket. Rainy season is over in October, so expect great weather!
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WHAT ELSE SHOULD I PACK?
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CLOTHING: Wedding event attire, for more info check out the "Schedule" section of the site. Comfortable walking shoes are a MUST because Antigua's cobblestone streets are magical but challenging to walk on (pointed heels and flip flops are a bad idea for strolling around the city). Lightweight/breathable clothing and layers for the daytime. Swimwear if your hotel has a pool or if you visit nearby hot springs or Lake Atitlan. Sun hat & glasses are great for sun protection. Activewear if you plan on hiking or exploring the volcanoes ELECTRICITY & TECH: You don't need a converter if you're coming from the US, but you SHOULD bring a travel adapter if you need to use 3-pronged outlets. ESSENTIALS: Passport & Visa for travel Medications & Toiletries, although there are shops and pharmacies all through Antigua
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CAN I DRINK THE WATER?
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Please DO NOT DRINK TAP WATER. You should avoid drinking any water that isn't bottled. You should also avoid ordering drinks with ice as once the ice melts, it will mix with your drink and can lead to an upset stomach. I would also recommend avoiding raw fruits that don't have peels and vegetables.
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WHAT IF I GET SICK?
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Vitalmed is an urgent care in Antigua, that is open 24/7 and that has English speaking doctors.
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WHO SHOULD I CONTACT WITH MORE QUESTIONS?
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You can contact our amazing wedding planning team at: weddings@sparksevents.com.gt. You can contact our travel agent at: travel@sparksevents.com.gt
