Travel + Country Info

Flight

Airfare

For all New Yorkers, Jet Blue offers a nonstop flight departing from JFK to Cartagena, Colombia. There is only one airport in the city (Rafael Núñez International Airport: CTG) and is only a 20 minute ride from the center of Cartagena: "Centro". There are also plenty of daily flights (some non stop) via Avianca, AA, COPA, Delta and Spirit (ew). Please make sure to fill out your Check-MIG immigration form within 72 hours of departure. While not every airline has asked us to show this, JetBlue definitely requires it. https://apps.migracioncolombia.gov.co/pre-registro/en If you need help, please use this as a reference as sometimes the site is a little confusing and buggy: https://www.cartagenaexplorer.com/check-mig-colombia-form-help/

Hotel

Airbnb

Please feel free to browse on Airbnb or Vrbo in "Centro, Cartagena", or within the "walled city" on the map, as this is the most central location for all wedding events. Quite a few of the homes (casas or villas) on Airbnb will have their own small pool as well, and also include breakfast for the duration of your stay. There is a wide choice to choose from, from 2-15 bedroom villas: feel free to browse some of our fave Airbnbs by clicking on the "view" button below. If you decide to go the Airbnb route and see a place you love, please let us know and we can connect you with a local concierge company. They can acquire the place at a preferred rate with no Airbnb fees attached.

Hotel

Hotel Movich Cartagena De Indias - 5 Star Hotel

Our first suggested hotel that we have secured a discounted room block with. Among one of the few 5* hotels in the center of Cartagena. We will have other options at other price points available in the coming weeks. SPECIAL RATES PER NIGHT (tax-free to non Colombian residents): SUPERIOR KING: $282 USD/night = $1,103,000 COP LUXURY KING: $330 USD/night = $1,292,000 COP PREMIUM KING: $448 USD/night = $1,751,000 COP SUITE: $477 USD/night = $1,865,000 COP TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION: - Send an email to: reservas@movichhotels.com with the dates that you need and any special requests and mention booking code "Zachary & Jaclyn wedding-DZO" - Call: +57 317-372-5220 - Accommodation rates valid from January 14-23, 2025 - Check-in: 3:00 PM, Check-out: 1:00 PM - Breakfast is included in the room rates above - Children under 13 stay for free - Cancellations must be made 48 hours (local time) prior to check-in, otherwise a penalty of 100% of the value of the night booked or the first night applies - This discount code does not apply to the internet and must be used by email or phone only - Subject to room availability at the time of booking ABOUT THE HOTEL: Come and discover the perfect hotel to savor the romantic atmosphere of the historic center of Cartagena. The Hotel Movich Cartagena de Indias is an exquisite colonial-style boutique hotel located in the walled city, and is also the only hotel in the city that belongs to the exclusive Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Standing out from amongst the wonders of this fantastic hotel are the exquisite service, the great food served in its Alyzia restaurant and its spectacular terrace with swimming pool and a 360º view over the whole city. A magical establishment with a spa, gym, events’ room, rooms with the most modern services and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, this is an ideal destination for those who want to get to know every bit of Cartagena!

Discount Code - Zachary & Jaclyn wedding-DZO

Hotel

Santa Catalina Hotel - 4 Star Hotel

Hotel Santa Catalina features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a restaurant and bar in the center of Cartagena. SPECIAL RATES PER NIGHT (tax-free to non Colombian residents): SUPERIOR ROOM: $210 USD/night SUPERIOR TWIN ROOM: $225 USD/night CLASSIC DELUXE ROOM: $244 USD/night DELUXE ROOM: $257 USD/night SUITE: $276 USD/night TO BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION: - Book directly on their hotel's website: https://www.santacatalinahotel.com.co/ and use booking code "Jaclynandzach" for 10% off published rates - Save more by joining their free rewards program at booking - Accommodation rates valid from January 14-23, 2025 - Check-in: 3:00 PM, Check-out: between 11:30 AM-12:00 PM - Breakfast is included in the room rates above - Children under 11 stay for free - Cancellations can be made up until the point of check-in - 2 night minimum stay - Subject to room availability at the time of booking ABOUT THE HOTEL: The Santa Catalina Hotel (4*) is a new luxury boutique hotel in Cartagena that ensures your stay is filled with welcoming warmth and comfort. Modern rooms set in a world of very refreshing colors, a top quality restaurant, rooftop, mobile spa, 24-hour room service, concierge, massage service. The very best for discerning travelers. Experience the Santa Catalina Hotel and discover the true essence of Cartagena: a UNESCO World Heritage Site city!

Discount Code - Jaclynandzach

Rental Car

Uber

Uber is widely available in Cartagena, and a one-way trip from the airport to "Centro" (the center of town) should be approx. 29,000 COP = $7 USD / 10 CAD / 6 GBP / 7 EUR / 6 CHF / 11 AUD / 12 NZD

Travel Note

Colombia Entry & Visa Requirements

No visas required for Australian, Canadian, Dutch, New Zealand, Swiss, U.S. or U.K. Passport holders. Proof of a departure flight is necessary to enter Colombia. You can visit Colombia for up to 90 days without a visa, and please ensure your passport's date of expiration is at least six (6) months from the date of departure.

Travel Note

HELPFUL INFORMATION

** CAN I DRINK THE TAP WATER & ICE? At hotels and restaurants, ice will be safe for consumption (it is treated and filtered). Please drink bottled water (wildly available at supermarkets and shops), including using bottled water when brushing your teeth ** MOSQUITOES: If you are anything like me (Jackie), and are a mosquito magnet, you should definitely bring mosquito repellent (spray, lotion, etc.)! The city of Cartagena and the surrounding islands have a high presence of mosquitoes due to its tropical climate and proximity to bodies of water * COMMUNICATION: WiFi coverage is moderate but readily available at restaurants, cafes and hotels * COUNTRY CODE: +57 * CURRENCY: Colombian Pesos (COP) can make you feel like an instant millionaire! 40,000 COP = $10.00 USD / $13.80 CAD / 8.07 GBP / 9.43 EUR / 9.22 CHF / $15.43 AUD / $16.99 NZD * DRIVING: Right side, most cars have manual transmission * ELECTRICITY: 110V, 60Hz (for those travelling from the U.S. or Canada, no adapters are required. All other nationalities, please use Type A and Type B adapters) * LANGUAGE: Spanish * MEASUREMENTS: Metric system (km, cm, ml, celsius) * TIME ZONE: UTC-5 * TIPPING: Usually not expected, however if you would like to show your appreciation, you can leave the suggested amounts below: - Bars, restaurants: 10% (most will auto add a 10% tip to your final bill) - Hotel porters: 3,000 COP - Hotel housekeeping: 3,000-6,000 COP per day - Taxis, Ubers: not expected - Tour guides: 5-10%