GLOBAL ALUMNI SUMMIT 2013
The Summit 2013—Your Need-to-Know Info
The speakers, the workshops, the activities—all you need to know about this year’s
summit in Cartagena.
The historic Hotel Caribe
This year’s summit takes place at the historic
Hotel Caribe, the first hotel ever built in
Cartagena de Indias back in 1941. Its colonial
tower, marble corridors, and large arches have
made it one of the city’s architectural icons. Ten
minutes from the airport, the Hotel Caribe sits
on the Caribbean beachfront and features its
own private beach, pools, gym, games room,
and even a mini zoo!
Located in Bocagrande, in a well-established
neighborhood, the hotel is within walking distance of a variety of shops, restaurants, banks,
and other amenities. It’s also just 5 minutes
away from the charming Old Town, which is a
must-visit in Cartagena.
Useful information
Your passport will need to be valid for at least
six months from the date of arrival and you
must have a valid return ticket home.
Most nationalities do not require a visa to
enter Colombia, however please do check with
the Colombian embassy or consulate in your
home country for more details.
You’ll probably arrive in Cartagena at the
Rafael Núñez International Airport, the fourth
largest airport in Colombia. Airport transfer can
be arranged with your hotel or at a kiosk at the
airport where you can pre-pay for your taxi at
set rates.
Cartagena has a pleasantly warm climate
with daytime temperatures averaging between
28ºC (82ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). However temperatures can dip at night, so it’s wise to bring a
light sweater along with your swimwear!
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