CHRISTEL HOUSE MEXICO GRADUATION TRIP JUNE 26-29, 2019
Cost: $2,170 per couple or $1,346 single Includes: • Hotel accommodations for 3 nights in the luxurious 5-star Marquis Reforma Hotel • Meals: breakfast (3) lunch (2), dinner (3) • Airport transfers and ground transportation • Ballet Folklorico de Mexico performance • Xochimilco excursion with tour guide • Donation to Christel House • Bellman and maid gratuities Accommodation: Marquis Reforma www.marquisreforma.com Paseo de la Reforma 465, Col. Cuauhtemoc, 06500 Mexico City Marquis Reforma Hotel & Spa is a five-star destination located on one of Mexico City’s most fashionable avenues. Conde Nast Traveler named this luxury hotel one of the top 15 hotels in Mexico. The Decoinspired suites reflect subtle sophistication. From rich mahogany furnishings and immaculate marble bathrooms to views of Chapultepec Park, the accommodations are uniquely suited for discerning travelers.
Wednesday, June 26 Morning Guests arrive (Greeted at airport and driven to hotel). NOTE: Flight arrival by 1 pm required in order to attend dinner and performance. 6:00 pm Dinner at Gran Hotel Terrace www.granhoteldelaciudaddemexico.com.mx/en/la-terraza Av. 16 de Septiembre #82, Col. Centro, 06000 Mexico City Enjoy a meal of contemporary Mexican cuisine while experiencing spectacular views from the restaurant’s terrace overlooking Mexico City’s main square (Zocalo) and cathedral. Prior to the colonial period, the Zocalo was the main ceremonial center in the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan. After dinner enjoy a stroll down Calle Francisco I. Madero and admire Casa de Azulejos or “House of Tiles” built by the Count of Orizaba in 1793.
8:30 pm Ballet Folklorico de Mexico performance at the Palacio De Bellas Artes www.balletfolkloricodemexico.com Juarez, esq. Eje Central, Col. Centro, Del. Cuauhtémoc Ciudad de México, 06010 Mexico City Established in Mexico City in 1952, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico is a worldrenowned dance ensemble. The performance includes talented dancers in vibrantly colored and dazzling costumes bringing brilliant folk dances to life on the stage.
Thursday, June 27 7:00 am – 8:15 am Breakfast on own at hotel 8:15 am Welcome – Christel House Mexico Executive Director Javier Alarcon Benet 9:00 am – 11:45 am Visit to student homes and communities 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Arrival at Christel House Mexico and classroom visits www.mx.christelhouse.org 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Lunch with Christel House students 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Discussion with Christel House Mexico Principals 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Free time at hotel 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Dinner at El Mexicano Restaurante and Mezcaleria https://www.facebook.com/elmexicanorestauranteymezcaleria River Tiber # 107, corner of Rio Lerma, 06600 Mexico City Experience carnitas, chalupas or your favorite Mexican dish in a lively and casual atmosphere. Known for tequila and mezcal mixology magic, El Mexicano also features live entertainment.
Friday, June 28 7:30 am – 8:30 am Breakfast on own at hotel 9:15 am – 10:00 am Coffee with Christel House Mexico board and VIP guests 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Christel House Mexico graduation ceremonies 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Xochimilco tour and lunch with Christel House Mexico alumni www.visitmexico.com/en/main-destinations/mexico-city/xochimilco Eat and drink your fill of Mexican delicacies while being transported through UNESCO World Heritage Site Xochimilco on brightly colored trajineras – flat-bottomed boats similar to gondolas. Float along the walled canals lined with gardens and curtains of trees that evoke a time when this watery surrounding dominated the landscape of the Anahuac. .
Discover chinampas, islands used to grow flowers, vegetables and ornamental plants.
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Free time at hotel
8:00 pm Dinner at La Cuchara De San Sebastiรกn www.marquisreforma.com/dining Paseo de la Reforma 465, Col. Cuauhtemoc, 06500 Mexico City Showcasing the best dishes from Spain and its world-famous tapas, La Cuchara de San Sebastian offers terrific ambience. The restaurant features an open terrace with beautiful views of Paseo de la Reforma.
Saturday, June 29
Morning Guests depart. Transportation to airport provided based on flight departure time. It is strongly recommended that guests arrive at the Mexico City airport 3 hours prior to flight departure time.
Please contact Bobbi Bosch at bbosch@christelhouse.org or Becky Arnett at barnett@christelhouse.org with any questions.