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• JOHN PALACIO WEDDINGS — GUIDANCE & DETAILS

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about commissioning luxury destination wedding photography in Cartagena, Medellín, the Coffee Region, Bogotá, and worldwide locations.

Where are you based and do you travel?

We are based in Colombia and photograph weddings frequently in Cartagena, Medellín, Bogotá, and the Coffee Region. We travel worldwide for destination celebrations, handling all logistical details seamlessly.

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Colombia & Worldwide Travel

How far in advance should we book?

Couples usually secure their wedding date 8 to 18 months in advance, especially for popular weekend dates in Cartagena and the Coffee Region during high season.

As an experienced destination wedding photographer in Colombia, John Palacio captures timeless stories across historical walls, tropical valleys, and vibrant cityscapes.

How do we secure our wedding date?

To reserve your date on John's calendar, we require a signed digital agreement and an initial retainer payment. Once completed, your date is exclusively yours.

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Coverage & Editorial Vision

Do you work with a second photographer?

How many hours of coverage do we need?

Yes. Our signature approach includes two main photographers to capture multi-angle documentary moments, preparation details, and guest perspectives simultaneously.

Most luxury destination weddings benefit from 8 to 12 hours of coverage. We assist in crafting tailored timelines alongside your wedding planner for seamless flow.

Do you offer engagement or welcome sessions?

How are our files protected and backed up?

Absolutely. Pre-wedding sessions, welcome cocktails, and rehearsal dinners are ideal opportunities to capture candid story elements in relaxed tropical settings.

We record dual memory cards during the wedding day and immediately create encrypted triple backups across local drives and cloud servers upon returning.

Bride and groom walking hand in hand across a grassy field during an outdoor wedding portrait in Colombia.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand across a grassy field during an outdoor wedding portrait in Colombia.

How do travel fees work for destination weddings?

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Investment & Delivery

Travel costs for Cartagena, Coffee Region, Medellín, Bogotá, and international locations are transparently bundled into customized proposals so there are no surprises.

Every collection reflects a committed artistic process tailored to your wedding day in Colombia or anywhere in the world.

When will we receive our photos and online gallery?

A sneak peek preview is delivered within 5 days. Your full private, high-resolution online gallery is delivered within 6 to 8 weeks.

Do you design custom heirloom albums?

Yes, we curate bespoke luxury fine-art photo albums printed on museum-quality cotton paper with linen, silk, or leather covers designed to last generations.

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Let's Capture Your Wedding Story

Tell us about your plans in Cartagena, Medellín, Bogotá, the Coffee Region, or beyond. We will respond within 24 hours with collection options.