Paperwork
Guests will need to have valid passports to enter Colombia, which can take ~3 months to get in the US. Some airlines require that your passport be valid at least 6 months beyond the dates of your trip. Guests from other countries might need a visa, so please check on this ASAP! In addition to a valid passport, you will need to fill out Colombia's version of an immigration form within 24 hours of your arrival.
There are no longer any requirements around COVID vaccinations or testing, but we'll keep this website updated if anything changes.
Flights
Cartagena's airport is the Rafael Núñez International airport (airport code: CTG). You can find direct flights depending on where you're coming from, but a lot of them will involve a layover in Miami or a bigger Colombian city like Medellín or Bogotá.
Spirit Airlines typically has the cheapest flights there. Their flights are usually only available about 6 months ahead of departure.
Transportation
Once you land in Cartagena, transport to the old city (highlighted below) is quick. The easiest way will be to take a taxi from the airport, which will run you about 15,000 - 20,000 Colombian Pesos (~$5). The old city itself is very small and walkable so no need to rent a car.
Hotels
There are lots of hotel options in the old city, which is only about a 15 minute walk from end to end. The venue is pretty centrally located, so you'll never be too far. Here are some recommendations:
Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena
https://www.sofitellegendsantaclara.comThis is a great option if you're feeling fancy. It's gorgeous and just an 8 minute walk to the venue.
Hotel Bantu by Faranda Boutique, a member of Radisson Individuals
https://www.radissonhotelsamericas.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-individuals-bantuVery pretty colonial building right in the middle of the old city and just 6 minutes away from the venue on foot.
Hotel Casona Del Colegio
https://www.casonadelcolegio.com/en/Another boutique hotel that's very central and just 3 minutes away from the venue!
Airbnb
The most cost-efficient options are available through Airbnb, which is great for staying in groups. Please reach out to us if you'd like help in organizing a group to stay with!