Before Arrival
Our team coordinates logistics, answers travel questions and helps organize hotels and transfers.
During the Summit
Official transportation, private dinners, concierge desk and 24/7 support throughout both days.
Until Departure
Late check-out, airport transfers and any last-minute change handled by our operations team.
In This Guide
How to Travel to Mexico City
Direct flights connect Mexico City with every major North and South American hub. Aim to arrive Wednesday Nov 11 or Thursday Nov 12 to fully enjoy the Mexican Welcome Night.
- From USA: nonstop from NYC, Miami, LAX, Dallas, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta (~3–5 hr)
- From Canada: nonstop from Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver (~5–6 hr)
- From LATAM: nonstop from Bogotá, Lima, Santiago, São Paulo, Buenos Aires, Panama City
- Recommended airlines: Aeroméxico, Delta, American, United, Air Canada, LATAM, Avianca, Volaris
Mexico City International Airport (MEX / AICM)
Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is the primary gateway. Some routes arrive at Felipe Ángeles (NLU) — check your itinerary.
- International arrivals: Terminal 1 (most carriers) or Terminal 2 (Aeroméxico/Delta)
- Immigration + baggage: typically 30–60 minutes at peak hours
- AIS concierge staff on-site for International Experience passholders
- 20–35 minute private transfer from MEX to InterContinental Presidente, Polanco
Passport & Entry Requirements
- US, Canada, UK, EU, Japan and most LATAM passports: no tourist visa required
- Passport must be valid for the duration of stay
- Mexico now issues a digital FMM (tourist form) upon arrival — no paper form required
- We provide an official invitation letter on request for any jurisdiction
Hotel Recommendations
The official summit venue is the InterContinental Presidente Mexico City in Polanco. AIS has secured a preferred delegate rate at the venue and nearby 5-star properties.
- Official venue: InterContinental Presidente Mexico City — Campos Elíseos 218, Polanco
- Preferred partners: Four Seasons Reforma, The St. Regis, Las Alcobas, W Mexico City
- International Experience passholders: 2-night stay at InterContinental Presidente included
- All partner hotels are 5-star, within Polanco / Reforma corridor
Transportation in Mexico City
Official summit transportation is provided between all AIS activities. For personal moves around the city, Uber is the recommended option.
- Uber, Didi and Cabify all operate reliably city-wide (English-friendly)
- Do NOT hail street taxis — always use a rideshare app or a hotel-arranged car
- International Experience: dedicated private vehicle throughout your stay
- Investor Pass: official group transport to all dinners, events and off-site activities
Currency, Cards & Payments
Local currency is the Mexican Peso (MXN). International cards are widely accepted in Polanco and business districts.
- Visa, Mastercard, American Express accepted at all summit venues and hotels
- Apple Pay and Google Pay work at nearly all high-end restaurants, cafés and stores
- Keep some pesos in cash for tips (~15% in restaurants, MXN 50–100 for concierge)
- ATMs at the airport and inside partner hotels give the best exchange rate
Internet & eSIM Options
- Every summit venue and hotel provides complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
- eSIM: Airalo, Holafly and Nomad all offer instant Mexico plans (recommended)
- US carriers: T-Mobile and Verizon international plans work seamlessly
- Backup: Telcel and AT&T Mexico prepaid SIMs sold at the airport
Weather in November
- Daytime: 70–75°F / 21–24°C · sunny and dry
- Evenings: 45–55°F / 7–13°C · noticeably cooler — bring a jacket
- Altitude: 7,350 ft / 2,240 m — hydrate well the first 24 hours
- November is one of the best months of the year to visit Mexico City
Recommended Clothing & Dress Code
- Business Professional: keynotes, investor meetings, private dinners
- Business Casual: daytime networking, panels and lounge sessions
- Evening layer: a light overcoat or blazer for cool evenings and rooftop receptions
- Comfortable shoes for city experiences
Safety Recommendations
Polanco, Reforma and the surrounding business districts — where the summit unfolds — are among the safest and best-served areas in Latin America.
- Stay within the Polanco / Reforma / Roma / Condesa corridor at night
- Always use Uber or a hotel car; avoid unbooked street taxis
- AIS security and concierge staff are on-call 24/7 throughout the summit
- For International Experience passholders, a dedicated coordinator is reachable at all times
Arrival Process
- International Experience: our team meets you at the arrivals gate with a name card
- Private transfer directly to InterContinental Presidente · check-in handled on arrival
- Welcome briefing with the AIS concierge and delegate kit delivered to your suite
- Thursday evening: Mexican Welcome Night — private dinner and tequila tasting
Departure Process
- Saturday summit concludes early afternoon to accommodate return flights
- International Experience: private airport transfer coordinated to your flight
- Late check-out arranged at partner hotels upon request
- AIS team available for any last-minute changes to your return itinerary
Emergency & Event Contacts
AIS operations staff are on-call throughout your stay.
- 24/7 AIS concierge: +1 720-208-5755 (WhatsApp & call)
- Mexico emergency line: 911 (English-speaking operators available)
- US Embassy in Mexico City: +52 55 5080 2000
- InterContinental Presidente front desk: +52 55 5327 7700
Our Promise
You book your flight. We handle the rest.
Mexico City is one of the most important financial capitals of Latin America — and our team has planned every detail so international investors can arrive with total confidence.