Day of the Dead – A Mexican Cultural Journey
Tour Notes
Welcome to your upcoming tour! These Tour Notes are designed to provide you with important information about your journey, helping you prepare for a smooth and enjoyable experience. Inside, you’ll find essential details about your destination, including cultural insights, local customs, weather tips, and packing recommendations.
We’ve also included practical information about your tour, such as meeting points, transportation details, and any specific requirements or reminders. Please take a moment to review these notes thoroughly—they’ll help ensure you’re ready to make the most of this exciting adventure!
 | Pre-Travel Form We need some important information prior to your trip. This information will include your flight details, which we need for your transfer. Please fill in this information as soon as possible. |
Options For Your Tour
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| Arrival Details Arrive to Oaxaca, Mexico – Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) – at any time on or before the first day of the tour. | Departure Details Depart from Oaxaca, Mexico – Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) – on the last day of the tour. | Airport Transfers Airport transfers are included with your tour. You will be met at the airport. After you exit the secure area look for someone with a sign with either your name or the Women’s Travel Club. If you have purchased your own pre-night or post night accommodations (not through the Women’s Travel Club) you will have to arrange your own airport transfer or take a taxi. |
 | Flight Booking The Women’s Travel Club recommends booking flexible or refundable air tickets when possible. Our package includes flights from Toronto, Canada. If you would like assistance booking international flights for your tour, please use the form below. The Women’s Travel Club Flight Desk will work with you to arrange the best options. Our flight management fee is CAD 200.00 + HST per tour. |
Entry Requirements and Information
Visa
To enter Mexico, you must present a valid passport and a duly completed tourist card (Multiple Immigration Form). Carry documents to prove the purpose of trip, such as hotel or tour booking confirmations, as immigration officers may request them.
Passport
Your passport must be valid for the expected duration of your stay in Mexico.
Vaccinations
While no specific vaccinations are required, we recommend that your routine vaccinations are up to date and that you visit a local travel health clinic or doctor for advice prior to the trip. It is the traveler’s responsibility to ensure they meet all requirements.
Travel requirements may change at any time. Please visit your government’s travel recommendations page.
Canada – https://travel.gc.ca/
USA – https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html
Suggested Packing List
| This is a suggested packing list for your tour. Please keep in mind that your personal needs or requirements may differ from the items on this list. – Flight information and documents – eticket number – Travel insurance policy (with photocopies) – Passport (with photocopies) – Pen (please bring your own for filling out documents) – Camera (with extra memory cards and batteries) – Cash, credit card and debit card – Cell phone, tablet, etc with charging cables – Day pack (for daily excursions) – Ear plugs (if needed) – Electrical adapter and converter – External charger – First-aid kit and medications (bring extra medications in their prescription bottles/packages) – Fleece top/sweater – Footwear including comfortable closed toe shoes – Hat – Headphones or earbuds – Light jacket – Locks for bags – Long pants, capris and/or shorts – Money belt (optional) – Personal entertainment (reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc) – Refillable water bottle – Shirts (blouses, t-shirts, tank tops, etc) – Sleepwear – Small travel towel (optional) – Smart outfit (optional for evenings out) – Sunglasses – Swimsuit and wrap – Toiletries – Watch and/or alarm clock |
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| Weather In October, Mexico is the transition from summer to winter, resulting in varying weather conditions across the country. The weather in Mexico in October is generally warm, although the temperatures can vary on the region. The average daily temperatures in Mexico in October can range between 20°C (68°F) and 28°C (82°F) However, the temperatures can be higher in coastal areas and lower in mountainous regions. | Currency The official currency in Mexico is the Mexican Peso (MXN). Notes are in denominations of 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 pesos. Coins are in denominations of 5, 10, 20 and 50 centavos and 1, 2, 5 and 10 pesos. ATMs are available in all major cities and resort areas in Mexico. Visa, Master Card and American Express are the most widely accepted credit cards in Mexico. | Electric Outlets In Mexico there are two associated plug types, types A and B. Type A plugs have two flat parallel pins and type B plugs have two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Mexico operates on a 127V supply voltage and 60Hz. A universal all-in-one travel adapter (can be purchased from retailers like Amazon) will allow you to plug in and charge most electronic devices. Most electronic devices have built-in converters. However, if you plan to use North American appliances like hair dryers, flat irons or curling irons you will need a converter. |