80416: Free Wedding Amenities at Sandos Hotels, Mexico
Couples who walk down the aisle surrounded by loved ones at any of the four all-inclusive Sandos Hotels & Resorts on the Riviera Maya, Mexico can receive added amenities and services free of charge with the Sandos Wedding Package.
The Package: With the Sandos Wedding Package, couples who book a minimum of five rooms for five nights or longer for their wedding group will receive the following free of charge:
· Personalized service from the wedding coordinator
· Decorated wedding site such as a private area on the beach or a tropically-inspired, private location (including guest seating)
· Wedding cake
· Décor for the entrance to the wedding ceremony
· Background music during the ceremony (or bring your own songs and use the hotel's CD player)
· Commemorative wedding certificate
· Room upgrade for the wedding couple (based on availability)
· In-room amenity of fine pastry, fruit basket and sparking wine upon arrival
· Special guest room decoration
· Plush bathrobes for the wedding couple to use during their stay
· Gifts for the couple including a basket of aromatherapy products, "Just Married" his and hers t-shirts, and a commemorative wedding photo of the couple, presented in a keepsake Mexican-style picture frame
· A romantic dinner for the bride and groom at one of the resorts‚ a la carte restaurants with VIP service and a special menu
· Priority reservations at the resorts‚ a la carte restaurants (subject to availability)
· 15% spa discount that can be used throughout the stay on all treatments
· 10% discount on motorized sports including banana boat rides, jet skiing and parasailing
Wedding Requirements: For U.S. citizens to marry in Mexico, the bride and groom must arrive in the country at least three working days prior to the wedding date and provide valid passports and a tourist visa (given to all travelers upon entry to Mexico at the airport). Brides and grooms are required to take a blood test in Mexico (arranged by the wedding coordinator at a cost of US$200 per couple, payable in cash) and must have four witnesses to the ceremony who have also been in Mexico for at least three business days prior to the ceremony (witnesses can be provided by the hotel at a cost of US$30 per witness). The Judge's transportation to the hotel (US$30) and a translation fee (US$40) are not included in the price of the package and must be paid in cash on the day of the wedding.
To Qualify: To qualify for the free Sandos Wedding Package, guests must book a minimum of five rooms, for five nights each, now through October 31, 2008. Reservations must be made and paid for a minimum of seven days before the wedding date.
For More Information on the Wedding Package:• contact the wedding coordinator at email: ChiefConcierge.Caracol@SandosHotels.com for Sandos Caracol Beach Resort & Spa and Sandos Select Club
• contact ChiefConcierge.Playacar@SandosHotels.com for Sandos Playacar Beach Resort & Spa and Sandos Playacar Riviera Hotel & Spa.
For More Information:• visit
http://www.sandoshotels.com• call 1-866-887-5601
Photo courtesy Sandos Hotels and ResortsLabels: Free weddings, Mexico weddings
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 2:57 PM
80411: Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun Offering Wedding Special
We're starting to see more wedding packages offering special deals on anniversary trips...a great way to come back to the place you said your vows and to celebrate the first year of marriage. We received this package from Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun; in 2008, couples who marry at the resort will, with a 7-night minimum stay, receive:
- 2 nights free during a return stay in 2009 for your anniversary (when staying 5 or more nights)
~Or~
- 1 night free during your return stay in 2009 for your anniversary (when staying a minimum 4 nights)
~Or~
- 25% discount on a return stay in 2009 for your anniversary when staying a minimum 7 nights at Secrets Maroma Beach or Secrets Silversands
For More Information:• visit
www.secretsresorts.comPhoto courtesy Secrets ResortsLabels: Mexico weddings
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 4:09 PM
80328: Marquis Los Cabos Offers Elopement Package
Looking for an easy destination wedding package? Here's one we just received from the Marquis Los Cabos Beach, Golf, Spa and Casitas Resort, located in Los Cabos, Mexico.
The Package: The wedding portion of the package includes:
• a bridal bouquet
• services of a minister
• Mexican wedding dress and tuxedo rentals
• services of a talented musician
• a special e-video of the ceremony before riding VIP style to the airport in a Hummer decorated with a "Just Married" sign
Along with the wedding itself, the Elopement Package also includes:
• ocean-view accommodations in a Suite Marquis or Private Pool Casita with balcony
• buffet breakfast at the resort's restaurant, Vista Ballenas
• one dinner with drinks at any of the resort's restaurants or en suite
• a signature Marquis Los Cabos drink to relax any last minute jitters upon arrival
• a daily bath turndown service with candles and rose petal
• unlimited access to the fully equipped fitness center and Jacuzzi
• VIP airport transfers
• taxes and service fees
Price: For four days / three nights, the Elopement Package is $4,440 per couple in a Suite Marquis, which features a plunge pool and private check-in, and $4,920 in a Private Pool Casita, complete with a living room, bedroom, wet bar, Bulgari amenities, imported Frette linens, private pool with views of the ocean, and butler service.
Dates: The Elopement Package is available from June 15 to December 15, 2008.
Wedding Details: Please note there are certain legal requirements that must be fulfilled before marrying in Los Cabos, Mexico, which include copies of both birth certificates, lab work completed in Baja California Sur, copies of both Tourist Immigration Forms (obtained from airline), and a divorce decree, if applicable. It is necessary to be divorced at least one year in advance of marrying in Mexico.
Why It's Dreamy: The 237-suite Marquis Los Cabos Resort is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and Leading Spas of the World and is a
Conde Nast Traveler magazine 2008 Gold List and
Travel + Leisure magazine 2008 World's Best resort. Located on the Sea of Cortez, the resort features soothing water features including a 36-foot waterfall cascading from the lobby into the central pool, infinity pools overlooking the ocean with pods for sunset gazing, and a total of 40 pools, including private plunge pools. The resort's Spa Marquis uses luscious cactus oils, agave, sea salt and indigenous seaweed in unique treatments, and is the only Los Cabos member of Leading Spas of the World. Couples can enjoy dining options that range from the romantic 20-seat Canto del Mar, where Chef Thierry Dufour, a two-star Michelin pedigree chef, prepares a daily prix fixe menu to casual dining on seafood, Mexican, European and resort specialties at two other restaurants.
For More Information:• call 877-238-9399
• visit
www.marquisloscabos.comPhoto courtesy Marquis Los Cabos Beach, Golf, Spa and Casitas ResortLabels: Mexico weddings
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 12:10 PM
80327: Puerto Vallarta's Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa Offers Wedding Supplement Packages
Looking for a way to make your wedding easy...yet unforgettable? In Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the 83-room and suite Villa Premier Hotel & Spa is offering two wedding supplement packages to accompany both civil (legal) and spiritual ceremonies.
A civil or legal ceremony is priced at $600 USD and includes paperwork, documents translation, blood tests and judge and is subject to date and judge availability. Spiritual or non-denominational ceremonies are priced at $300 USD and subject to date and officiant availability.
The Wedding Supplement Packages: The "Unforgettable" and the "Unique" Wedding Supplement Packages are based on double occupancy and priced per couple, per stay. These require a 3-night minimum stay and include taxes and tips. Packages are valid for travel from now to December 21, 2008.
The Unforgettable Wedding Package: This package is priced at $205 USD per couple, per stay and includes:
• Welcome fruit basket
• Upgrade to the next room category based on availability
• Fresh flower bouquet for the bride
• Fresh flower boutonniere for the groom
• One bottle of sparkling wine for wedding toast
• Selection of fine cheese accompanied with one bottle of red wine
• Traditional wedding cake (serves four)
• Surprise en suite spa décor
• 15% discount on all spa treatments
• Choice of ceremony site
• Witness if required
• Personal wedding planner
The Unique Wedding Package: This package is priced at $345 USD per couple, per stay and includes:
• Welcome Fruit Basket
• Upgrade to the next room based on availability
• Fresh flower bouquet for the bride
• Fresh flower boutonniere for the groom
• Decorated table setting for the wedding officiant
• One, romantic, candlelight four course dinner with one bottle of wine
• One bottle of sparkling wine for wedding toast
• Traditional wedding cake (serves four)
• One en suite ‘Good morning my love’ breakfast on honeymoon morning
• Surprise en suite spa décor
• 15% discount off all spa treatments
• Choice of ceremony site
• Witness if required
• Personal wedding planner
Your Stay: Rates include accommodations, chilled towels and Champagne upon check-in, relaxing five-minute welcome anti-stress massage on neck and hands, special in room hotel amenities, complimentary use of gym, yoga lessons, reflexology lessons, meditation workshops and access to sauna and steam room at Villa Premiere Spa.
Why It's Dreamy: Nestled on Bahia de Banderas, Villa Premiere Hotel & Spa is located on a golden sand beach within walking distance of downtown Puerto Vallarta. The hotel was recently awarded the AAA Four Diamond status and boasts a contemporary Mexican ambiance. The 83 guest rooms and suites feature Mexican furniture and art, private terraces, whirlpool tubs and sliding doors overlooking miles of the Pacific. The two of you can relax after the wedding at The Spa at Premiere which has stucco walls, Tepescohuite tree beams and rope ceilings, and hand painted murals of angels by local artists done in subdued colors.
For More Information:• call 1-877-886-9176 (1-866-379-7316 in Canada)
• emailreservations@premiereonline.com.mx
• visit
www.premiereonline.com.mx
Photo courtesy Villa Premier Hotel & SpaLabels: Mexico weddings
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 2:37 PM
80315: New Wedding Venue at Tulum, Mexico
The ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum are definitely one of the most scenic spots in the Yucatan and now there's another option for are weddings. Rancho Santa Monica Developments, Inc. has signed a letter of intent with Akiin Beach Club, a neighboring beach club, to hold weddings and receptions in Tulum, Mexico adjacent to the boutique Parayso Hotel. The parties agreed to work together to promote beach weddings via the internet and will split certain net revenues from wedding events such as reception and welcome parties.
Akiin Beach Club, with over 20,000 square feet for group use, is located with 300 feet from the Parayso Hotel.
For More Information:• visit
http://www.tulumbeachweddings.comLabels: Mexico weddings
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 8:43 PM
Lovetripper Launching New Blog for Destination Weddings
If you've followed Lovetripper.com the last few years, you know that we covered Destination Weddings in the Romantic Travel News blog. We're finding more and more interest from destination brides, though, so we're now branching out with a whole new blog for destination weddings! Starting mid-March, 2008, destination weddings will be covered in the Destination Wedding Blog; if you'd like to look at older posts covering destination weddings, though, they're all still there filed under
Destination Weddings in Romantic Travel News.
Labels: Caribbean Weddings, Mexico weddings, US and Canada Weddings, Weddings Abroad
posted by Lovetripper.com @ 3:10 PM
Couples who walk down the aisle surrounded by loved ones at any of the four all-inclusive Sandos Hotels & Resorts on the Riviera Maya, Mexico can receive added amenities and services free of charge with the Sandos Wedding Package.
