Travel

Flight

Rafael Núñez International Airport

Cartagena is located in the Caribbean and is typically about a 4-hour non-stop flight from Atlanta. At this time, most itineraries have at least one stop.** This will usually be a layover in Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, or Bogota. The airlines offering these flights are Delta, American Airlines, Jetblue, Spirit Air, and Avianca.

Hotel

Hotel Las Américas

This is a 5-star beach-front hotel by the Caribbean Sea. We have reserved a large hotel block for the week. This is where we will be staying. The hotel has two different types of accommodation, one with a Caribbean style atmosphere (Casa de Playa) and another in a modern tower (Torre del Mar). We have secured rates in both. [Please note these rates include accommodation + breakfast for 2 people] To make your reservation: please follow the link provided. NOTE: If you are booking more than 1 room, you must make SEPARATE reservations Be sure to pay careful attention to the dates as the calendar week begins on a Monday If you run into any issues, please contact E-mail: reservas4@hotellasamericas.com.co

Hotel

Hotel Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena

This is where the wedding and reception will take place. This is another option for guests who wish to stay in the old city. For Reservations, contact: Samia.ceballos@sofitel.com Special Pricing Code: "Boda Paula Gonzalez" "Originally built as a convent in 1621, the Sofitel Santa Clara in Colombia is a legendary landmark in the heart of Cartagena’s walled city. Transformed into a luxury hotel in 1995, the Sofitel Santa Clara combines the allure of history with local hospitality and the art of French savoir-faire. Mixing Colonial and Republican-style architecture with modern comfort, the hotel features gourmet cuisine, exceptional service, a world-class spa, meeting facilities and state of the art technology."

Travel Note

Airbnb

Cartagena has many different, wonderful places to stay. Airbnb Reviews are a great resource to help you compare and decide on the right fit for those looking to rent an apartment or house.

Travel Note

Taxi/Cab Information

In the City: Before getting in a taxi, it's important you ask how much the ride will cost as Taxis in Cartagena do not have meters. From the airport: When you make your way out of the airport you will see signs for Taxis. Follow the signs. You will be taken to a welcome booth where an airport associate will ask you for the location of where you are going, so they can give you an estimate of what the cab ride will cost.

Travel Note

Passport

You will need a valid passport to enter Colombia (Must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after travel dates). No visas are required for US citizens traveling to Colombia. For more information, please click "view" to visit the website with further details on international travel.