Carrie and Rafa’s
Wedding
Date and Location
September 30th, 2023 at Jardín Botánico La Concepción in Málaga, Spain.
The ceremony will start at 12:30, followed by a cocktail hour, lunch and dancing.
How to Get to the Wedding
The Botanical Garden of the Conception is located about 15 minutes from the city center of Málaga.
Taxis: Here is a list of taxis and chauffeurs available in Málaga.
Uber: Download the Uber app on your phone to schedule a pick-up.
Cabify: Cabify is the Spanish version of Uber. Download the Cabify app on your phone to schedule a pick-up.
The Gardens are a 15-minute walk from the last stop on the number 2 bus route. Bus route EMT: City buses
Bus City sightseeing: (number 91 bus route), from Bus and Train Station (€1,40).
Travel Information
Spain has a number of airports and a great transportation system, so you have a lot of options. Guests can fly directly into Málaga – Costa del Sol Airport, which is about 15 minutes from the city center of Málaga.
If you need to book a flight, you can find the best deals here:
If anyone is interested in exploring other cities in Spain before the wedding, you could also fly into another Spanish city and then take a train or bus to Málaga. For example, you could fly into Madrid Barajas Airport and then take a high speed train to Málaga, which only takes 2.5 or 3 hours and costs between 30 and 80 euros.
Accomodation
If you need accomodation the day of the wedding, Málaga has countless hotel options. You can book your favorite one here on Booking.com or book an apartment on Airbnb.
Dress Code
Our wedding is a daytime wedding, which means cocktail attire. Most women in Spain wear cocktail length dresses, and it is common to wear a fascinator (tocado in Spanish) or wide-brimmed hat (pamela in Spanish). Men normally wear a suit and tie with dress shoes. If you have questions, please contact us.
Hair and Makeup
If you would like to get your hair and makeup done for the wedding, you can check out these salons to help you get you ready for our big day! We recommend booking in advance.
What to do in Málaga
There is no shortage of things to do in sunny Málaga! This city on the Mediterranean Sea was founded in 770 BC, making it one of the oldest cities in Spain. It is also the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, and today it is a famous “Sun Coast” destination, with something for everyone!
What to do in Málaga
There is no shortage of things to do in sunny Malaga! This city on the Mediterranean Sea was founded in 770 BC, making it one of the oldest cities in Spain. It is also the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, and today it is a famous “Sun Coast” destination, with something for everyone!
Restaurants and Bars:
- Casa Lola
- Pez Lola
- El Pimpi
- Lateral
- El Gorki
- Patio de Beatas
- El Trillo
- Fiel de Flechos
- El Cenachero
- El Chinitas
- Lo Güeno
- La Cepa
- Bar Orellana
- Antigua Casa la Guardia
- Los Mellizos
- La Cueva de 1900
- Black Label
- Goiko Grill
- Chiringuito El Caleño
- Chiringuito Miguelito El Cariñoso
- Chiringuito Hermanos Muñoz
- Chiringuito El Gabi
- Sala Premier
- Bodegas Quitapenas
Breakfast and Desserts:
For History Fans
- Roman Amphitheatre
- Gibralfaro Castle
- Malaga Cathedral
- Many historic churches
- Alcazaba
- Central Market
- Marqués de Larios Street
- Muelle Uno (City port)
For Adventure Seekers:
- Caminito del Rey
- Canyoning
- Scuba diving
- Kayaking
- Parasailing
For Beach Goers:
There are many other beaches, but you would need to drive or take a taxi to get there.
For Museum Lovers:
Day Trips:
- Granada (1 hour and 30 minutes by car)
- Ronda (1 hour and 15 minutes by car)
- Cordoba ( 1 hour and 45 minutes by car)
- Sevilla (2 hours and 15 minutes by car)
- Nerja (45 minutes by car)
- Frigiliana (45 minutes by car)
- Antequera (45 minutes by car)
Many companies host day trips to these cities if you do not want to rent a car.
Cultural Experiences:
- Flamenco shows
- Spanish guitar concert
- Zarazuela
Gifts
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all. However, if you wish to honor us with a gift to support our honeymoon fund, a cash gift would be very welcome the day of the wedding or through one of the following methods:
🇪🇸 Rafael Ángel Becerra Ruiz
For guests outside of Spain:
