I've Got a Flight to Catch

I've Got a Flight to Catch

Cartagena 2024

Jul 19, 2024 to Jul 24, 2024
Cartagena, Colombia

Experience the rich, Afro-Colombian culture of Cartagena, Colombia. Join us as we  tour the Old City, we'll visit Palenque, a town founded by Africans who escaped slavery. Spend your nights Salsa dancing or take a cooking class. Spend the day on Rosario Island and attend a beach party, savor the foods of Colombia!
 
 
Accommodations
We will enjoy Club level access and ocean-view rooms at an oceanfront hotel located in the Bocagrande area of Cartagena. Relax by the infinity pool and then dine in one of their famous restaurants.
 
 
 Itinerary 

 

(subject to change without notice)

 

July 19Arrive at Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) by 2PM. After clearing Customs, proceed to pick up area where driver will be waiting to drive you to the hotel. Welcome dinner at 7PM. Meals included D

July 20 Palenque City Tour: -- This is a tour to learn about a village that was established by Africans who  escaped from slavery in the 1600’s where there are many ancient African practices still alive including a language (Bantú, that was mixed with Spanish and portuguese), traditional music and dances, way of living, customs, traditional medicine and spiritual beliefs. This village was declared by UNESCO  a” world cultural heritage site” in 2005. Meals included: B, L

 

July 21 — The Real Cartagena tour'' : Where you are immersed into the local culture to learn about music, food, people, customs and beliefs. Visit traditional neighborhoods to understand the city from a geographic, cultural, social and economic point of view, including the picturesque/working class neighborhood called “GETSEMANI”  (where we will appreciate its interesting history and culture depicted through murals, graffiti and of course its people). Also, this tour includes lunch at a traditional AfroColombian community. Meals included: B, L, D

 

July 22 — After breakfast enjoy a day of leisure. Meals included: B

 

July 23 — Rosario Island: -- Take part on this journey to the national/natural park called “The Rosario Islands” as well as a visit to the  party beach called “Cholón”, where boats meet and start the party. After that, we go for our included lunch at the Island of Baru to stop at Playa blanca beach where we stay until we depart back to the city. Return to villa and prepare for Farewell Dinner. Meals included: B, L, D

 

July 24 — After breakfast depart for the airport. Meals included: B

 

Travel Insurance
Missing a vacation is bad enough, losing the money you paid for your vacation is even worse. Therefore, we highly recommend travel protection that helps provide coverage for your trip cancellation, interruption, baggage loss or delay, medical expenses and more. You are not required to purchase travel protection but it is highly recommended.
 
 
Passport & Visa
All US citizens who do not also hold Colombian citizenship, must present a valid US passport to enter and leave Colombia. US citizens do not need a Colombian visa for a tourist or business stay of 90 days or less or for cumulative stays of 180 days or less per calendar year.  
 
 
Airport
You will fly into Rafael Núñez International Airport on July 19, 2024. Plan to arrive by 2:00PM if you plan to use the shuttle service that is provided. Arriving earlier or later may result in your need to secure your own ground transportation at your expense. Your return flight should be scheduled for July 24, 2024, after breakfast.
 
 
Roommate Matching 
Roommate matching is available on most international trips. If you need to be matched, please contact Tamika Williams at twilliams@igfcllc.com.
 
 

Reservations

Guest are required to make reservations in the full legal name that is listed on his/her government document that they will use for travel.  If you need to make any changes to a name after travel has been booked and/or travel documents have been issued, clients will be responsible for all name change fees. 

Payment Plans
Once you register, you will have a few payment options: 1) Pay in full 2) Minimum monthly payments or 3) Modified monthly payments. Payments are due the 15th of each month unless otherwise stated on the registration form. A late fee of $75 will be applied to payments received after 12PM on the 16th.
 
 
What's Included
  • 5 nights accommodations with Club access in an ocean-view room
  • Day cruise to Rosario Island for a beach party
  • Tour of Palenque
  • The Real Cartagena Tour
  • Airport ground transportation
  • Bilingual tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle for tours
  •  Breakfast daily
  • 3 lunches
  • IGFC themed "Colors of Colombia" Welcome dinner
  • IGFC themed Farewell dinner
  • IGFC Swag Bag
 
 
What's Not Included
  • Airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities & tips
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Any items not listed as included
  • Optional tours
  • Covid tests
  • Visa/passport handling fees
  • Baggage fees

Cancellation policy:

 

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REFUNDS: All payments to IGFC are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because IGFC has contractual agreements with hotels, airlines and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds. This way we can keep our package prices competitive and allow you to make monthly payments on your vacation.

PAYMENTS & CANCELLATION DEPOSIT: A deposit is due at the time of reservation. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable. All reservations (except where specified) will require a deposit and will clearly note the amount due and monthly payment plan. Monthly payments are due on the 15th of each month. The payment is considered late at noon (EST) on the 16th of the month. A late fee of $75 will automatically be added to your invoice at 12:01PM (EST). Full Payment: All reservations can be paid in full at time of booking as long as the tour still has available space. Late Final Payment: If there is any outstanding balance by the Final Payment Due date listed on your invoice, a late fee of $75 will automatically be added to your invoice one day after your final payment date. REINSTATEMENT OF RESERVATION: If your travel reservations have been cancelled, and you notify us within 14 days that you want to reinstate your reservations, a service reinstatement fee of $50 ($200 for international tours) will be added to your invoice and must be paid in advance in order to apply for reconfirmation of services. Last Minute Reservations: All reservations must be made no later than 30 days prior to departure. If requested services cannot be confirmed, payment will be refunded. If services are confirmed, final payment is due within 24 hours and all applicable cancellation penalties will apply. Form of Payment: US dollar, bank check, money order, major credit cards or debit cards. All payments made within 30 days of departure must be made by credit or debit card only. Credit card charges will be accepted by phone or online to fulfill non-refundable deposit requirement. There is a $50 fee for all returned checks. Refunds: After a final payment date and there is a request for a refund, there will be a cancellation fee from the vendor because after the final payment date your reservation and accommodation will be confirmed. Cancellation: Once reservations have been made, cancellations will only be accepted in writing. Email your cancellation request to twilliams@igfcllc.com with your invoice number, full name, and date of travel. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within 48 hours, please call 317-455-8486 to ensure your information was received. Reservation Changes: Changes to an existing reservation, whatever the cause, will incur a $50 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This includes name changes* and removal of any services such as optional tours and transfers. *Please note that name changes to airline reservations are subject to full cancellation and rebooking. Replacing a traveling passenger with another traveling passenger constitutes a cancellation, subject to cancellation penalties, and is not covered by this Reservation Changes policy. Changes or additions after departure are subject to local rates at the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to the service provider. There are no refunds for unused services.


Available Packages

Club Level Room, Ocean- view: Double Occupancy King bed
Unavailable as of May 15, 2024

$2,199.00
Deposit: $200.00 per person

This price is per person based on two people sharing a king bed in a Club level room.
 
  • All payments made to IGFC are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • All payments are due by the 15th of each month. A late fee of $75 will be added to your total cost if payment is late.
  • By making a payment, you agree to the IGFC Terms & Conditions & Covid 19 Waiver Liability Policy.
  • You, the traveler, understand that photos & videos taken may be used for marketing purposes after the trip.
  • If we are not able to visit our destination due to circumstances beyond IGFC control, the trip will be rescheduled to another date.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you have been advised to purchase travel insurance to protect your investment.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you are an authorized user on this credit card. and you will not dispute the payment with your credit card company, so long as the transaction corresponds to the terms indicated on this invoice.

Club level room -- Single Occupancy king bed
Unavailable as of May 15, 2024

$3,199.00
Deposit: $200.00 per person

This price is based on single occupancy in a Club level room.
 
  • All payments made to IGFC are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • All payments are due by the 15th of each month. A late fee of $75 will be added to your total cost if payment is late.
  • By making a payment, you agree to the IGFC Terms & Conditions & Covid 19 Waiver Liability Policy.
  • You, the traveler, understand that photos & videos taken may be used for marketing purposes after the trip.
  • If we are not able to visit our destination due to circumstances beyond IGFC control, the trip will be rescheduled to another date.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you have been advised to purchase travel insurance to protect your investment.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you are an authorized user on this credit card. and you will not dispute the payment with your credit card company, so long as the transaction corresponds to the terms indicated on this invoice.

Club Level Room, Ocean- view: Double Occupancy 2 Double beds
Unavailable as of May 15, 2024

$2,199.00
Deposit: $200.00 per person

This price is per person based on double occupancy in a Club level room with two beds.
 
  • All payments made to IGFC are non-refundable and non-transferable.
  • All payments are due by the 15th of each month. A late fee of $75 will be added to your total cost if payment is late.
  • By making a payment, you agree to the IGFC Terms & Conditions & Covid 19 Waiver Liability Policy.
  • You, the traveler, understand that photos & videos taken may be used for marketing purposes after the trip.
  • If we are not able to visit our destination due to circumstances beyond IGFC control, the trip will be rescheduled to another date.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you have been advised to purchase travel insurance to protect your investment.
  • You, the traveler, certify that you are an authorized user on this credit card. and you will not dispute the payment with your credit card company, so long as the transaction corresponds to the terms indicated on this invoice.

Extra Options

Mud Volcano Tour
Unavailable as of June 28, 2024

$90.00

We include our Afro-Colombian culture in every tour we offer.

On the way to the Mud Volcano, we’ll SEE Afro-Colombian villages that we will visit on the way back from the tour, among them the Afro Colombian village called “LOMITA ARENA” and the Afro-Colombian village called “TIERRA BAJA” where we will learn about the people, their way of living, the fishing in the small fresh water lake where they do craft fishing and where they take water for domestic use.

We also learn how the town is in the middle of the lake and the ocean but still struggles to survive. Then, we head to the Mud Volcano, take a bath in the natural volcano which is around 40 minutes away from the city. This volcano has medicinal components that work on your body making your skin soft as a baby’s. This volcano is called “the fountain of youth”.

 

On the way back, we stop at the Afro Colombian village called “Tierra Baja”, where we learn about Afro Colombian art, how cultural expressions and cosmovision of the Black Colombians is depicted in art and handmade crafts.

At the moment of lunch, we stop at another Afro Colombian village called “La Boquilla” where we have the most delicious fried fish.

 

Includes:

Ticket to the Mud 
Lunch
Visit to Galerazamba, pink sea (when available)
Air conditioned vehicle 
Bilingual tour guide
Meeting point: Teatro Adolfo Mejía 8:00 AM

Clear Kayak Photoshoot
Unavailable as of June 28, 2024

$300.00
Deposit: $30.00

Flying dress Photoshoot
Unavailable as of June 28, 2024

$250.00
Deposit: $25.00

Emerald Package
Unavailable as of June 28, 2024

$300.00
Deposit: $50.00

The Emerald Package comes with everything that is in the Black Package with the added bonus of:
  • One-hour Salsa lesson
  • Cooking Lesson and Dinner
  • Party Bus