Manzanillo Honeymoons, Romantic Getaways and Destination Weddings
by Paris Permenter & John Bigley

Think of Mexico’s West Coast romantic getaways and you might picture Acapulco, Puerto Vallarta, or Mazatlan. But there’s another alternative, one that’s especially attractive for couples who have "been there, done that" and are looking for a destination with all the flavor of romance in Mexico without the crowds.

Manzanillo, tucked halfway between Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta, has been a longtime secret of anglers who came to the region in search of trophy sailfish. First settled by Europeans in 1522, the city lies on two bays which quickly made it an important shipping point and today which provide couples with a whole laundry list of beaches from which to choose.

But the beaches are only the beginning. Luxurious resorts--everything from sprawling all-inclusives to intimate, exclusive hideaways--await honeymooners and lovers; some of these resorts are tucked just north of the city while others lie beyond at the edge of the rainforest. And for couples looking to tie the knot during their getaway, these resorts offer wedding packages that come complete with the services of an onsite wedding coordinator.

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Properties like the exclusive El Tamarindo pamper couples with the natural beauty and quiet atmosphere that draws lovers to the Manzanillo region. Photo courtesy El Tamarindo