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Showing posts with label gazebo. Show all posts
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Friday, April 4, 2014

Cancun Weddings and Romance


Cancun a modern city with majestic landscapes offers ideal settings for a romantic escape, a unique wedding or that unforgettable honeymoon. Ceremonies are held  on the beach as well as in different locations within the hotels: in ocean view ballrooms, chapels, gardens, terraces, foyers, gazebos and piers with thatched roofs or even on board a boat while at sea, typical Mexican weddings and Mayan ceremonies. Whether you are looking for that unique tropical, exotic atmosphere or a modern and sophisticated style for your wedding you will be pleasantly surprised by the different settings Cancun offer you.

Its natural attributes marvelous scenery the cultural wealth of the area and a vast touristic infrastructure make Cancun a favorite destination worldwide for holding celebrations and enjoying romance. Cancun is the perfect setting for love, pleasure, passion and experiencing unforgettable moments. It is a magical place where you be in harmony with nature while enjoying all the comforts of a large city set in the lush jungle.

You've all heard the expression that one size doesn't fit all, but that doesn't exactly apply to a destination like Cancun. What does apply is the sheer scope and variety of choices Cancun offers that can marry adventure travel with a relaxing spa experience and a day at the beach. It is also one that has the ability to match virtually any travel budget and time frame, something that makes it an option for any potential traveler. A romantic warm and exotic setting awaits the thousands of couples who visit us each year. From fun outings, to fine shopping, to superb dinning and nightlife, Cancun is ideal for both seclusion seekers and activity oriented couples.

How about sunsets and fine wine to end the day? Head to La Europea (a gourmet and wine shop next to La Isla Shopping Center) and their lagoon facing patio. Pop open a nice Malbec, order a cheese plate and relax. You'll find unique wedding venues and plenty of activities to keep wedding guests entertained.

Monday, December 23, 2013

Avigliano at Honora Winery & Vineyard

Honora Vineyard is a truly unique and unforgettable setting for your wedding, special event or wedding gathering.  The French doors that surround the building allow beautiful views from every direction. It is also complete with two hand crafted mahogany bars, six wrought iron chandeliers, and to enhance the ambiance of any event, there is a four sided cut stone fireplace in the center of the space.

Adjacent to Avigliano there is a luxurious stone patio overlooking the mountains, a perfect location for your ceremony and cocktail hour.  On the grounds there are many photo opportunity spaces from the vineyards, two traditional white gazebos, country roads, beautiful trees, white fences and more.

Your experience will begin as you drive up the country roads to their oasis in the mountains. Drive between the vineyards to their spacious events center where you will be welcomed to Honora with a glass of wine and partake in sumptuous crudités. Take a few moments to unwind, relax and distress from the rest of the world and be enveloped by the inspiring views of the vineyards and mountains.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Your Wedding, Your Style with Sandals

Sandals Resorts believes that you shouldn't have to compromise on your wedding day. After all, this is your wedding it should reflect your style and be everything you ever dreamed of. Your ceremony is all about you, and since a Sandals wedding is fully customizable, you can have a wedding that matches your personality and style. It can be as intimate as the two of you, or as extravagant an affair as a celebrity wedding.

Exchange vows in a tropical garden beneath an all-white ceremony structure draped in delicate white fabric, or adorn it with colorful orchids. Or walk down a flower petal sewn aisle to a styled gazebo overlooking the sea. However and wherever you choose to get married, you can be sure it will marry all of your hopes and dreams.

Love is always in bloom on your wedding day, so why not carry a bouquet that speaks to your sense of romance. Every flower has its own meaning roses symbolize unity and love. While orchids embody all that is beautiful. And it's the combination of these flowers that truly makes them uniquely yours.

Toast to your love all night long in a delicious celebration that can offer everything from extravagant hors d'oeuvres and a full menu to a unique martini bar. There's a world of culinary opportunities, so whether you want cuisine that reflects your favorite place in the world Tuscany, France, the Far East or something more eclectic you can have a celebration that's all about you.

Your wedding may last a day, but the cherished memories will last a lifetime.

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Classic French Caribbean Fare

Decades revered as one of the Caribbean's most secluded resorts, the 55-acre oceanfront estate is a throwback to complete indulgence spacious and natural. A boutique hotel bathed in a surreal haze of St. Martin's mangroves, bright pin bougainvillea’s and charming Caribbean luxury. All set forth along its very own stretch of exclusive beach Baie Longue. This is way beyond your typical destination wedding.

St. Martín is one island with two distinct cultures French and Dutch. On the French side, Marigot's traditional Wednesday market teems with eclectic arrays of locals, spices and authentic wares. While after sunset, the sharp beat of a steel drum draws people to the Dutch side. Where a pulsating nightlife offers wedding guests the promise of mischief; all a world away, but within quick reach of direct flights from major cities.

Weddings at La Samanna are truly wondrous occasions. And the venues are nothing short of spectacular. The property offers a wide range of vantage points looking back across a sparkling Caribbean Sea. Whether it's an intimate affair along Baie Lounge beach or a sunset inspired ceremony at Wedding Point, they have locations to accommodate your every wish.

Baie Longue - mile long stretch of secluded beach is famous for its elegant sunsets. The cove's turquoise blue water creates the perfect backdrop.
Courtyard - surrounded by tropical flora, the bride and groom exchange vows at a charming gazebo overlooking a stunning ocean view.
Pool Terrace - gentle breezes, immense views of Baie Longue. The pool terrace is adjacent to Le Grill, creating an ideal location for your wedding reception for dinner.
Rendezvous Pavilion - Torches lead wedding guests to a Caribbean style ballroom. Perfect for the ultimate dream reception
Beach Bar Deck - Effortless sunset views. Authentic steel drum band plays your first dance. The Beach Bar Deck can host a casual beachfront experience.
Le Reserve - Offers a dramatic open air setting overlooking Baie Longue. Upon entry the ocean views are bold and magnificent.

Whether it's an intimate dinner or elaborate occasion, we promise to create a dining experience that is uniquely you. It's more than a destination wedding. La Samanna offers you and your wedding guests an opportunity to turn the event into a once in a lifetime adventure.

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Wedding at a Glance

The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino brings your dream wedding to life on Aruba. Anything is possible from the simplicity of a barefoot beach ceremony underneath a native kunuku gazebo to the extravagance of a wedding reception complete with tropical cocktails service in coconut shells. They are confident that one of their beautiful outdoor settings or elegant ballrooms accommodating up to 500 guests will serve at the perfect backdrop for one of the most special days of your new life together.


Fragrant ginger lilies add a distinct tropical flair and delicate ginger lily blossoms are laid out in the shape of a heart on the sugary white sand of their beach where the bride and groom exchange vows. These fresh flowers combine with cool ocean breezes to create a wonderfully sensuous experience. Following the ceremony, photographs are taken of the newlyweds to capture the beginning of their marital journey. The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino offers a variety of outdoor venues to host your wedding reception or dinner on the beach, on a tropical lawn, or at the paved La Vista patio. Aruba's pristine beaches and clear blue Caribbean form the ideal backdrop for your beach wedding.

Saturday, March 31, 2012

Royal Weddings by Real Resorts

A red carpet, a champagne toast and a gentle Caribbean breeze; what could be more romantic? Destination wedding theme can be simple elegance for a spectacular once in a lifetime event or the romance of a fairytale. Our Lady of Guadalupe chapel is the first Catholic ocean view chapel in Cancun. It was consecrated to the Queen of Mexico because of the great devotion of her people. Embrace the fantastic beachfront ambience at Real Resorts.


The Mayan Ceremony is spiritual, interactive and in harmony with nature, the universe and the four basic elements (fire, earth, water and air). For this beach side ceremony, the Shaman will bless the union setting and alter for the Mayan gods with flowers, fruit, seeds and fire.

The Eternal Romance Wedding package offers one of the most beautiful and enchanting wedding settings in the world. Keeping ceremonies in mind, Real Resorts has beautifully decorated waterfront gazebos, ideal outdoor settings to exchange wedding vows.

Saturday, November 26, 2011

Princess Weddings


A traditional celebration or an emotional renewal of vows, the long awaited honeymoon their personalized exclusive programs for each event in their Caribbean resorts come with special offers for couples reserving one of their programs (Platinum Suite or Laguna Villa Suite) for eight days.

The Princess packs where they perfectly combine the glamour of the ceremony with personalized care, paying attention to every little detail to enable the couple and their guests to enjoy the emotion and charm of the moment. Private parties on the shore with beautifully decorated gazebos, a Caribbean atmosphere in selected spaces, gala dinners, and live music. This is the perfect place for the most longed for party.

Luxury suites in stunning paradisiacal environments the wedding reception, the guest list, guest accommodation, exquisite food together with excellent decoration provide a subtle and delicate ambience for the perfect princess wedding.

Saturday, October 22, 2011

You & Me & Roses & Sea


Begin your memories of happiness and love under the sun and beside the sea. A traditional celebration or an emotional renewal of vows the long awaited honeymoon! Their exclusive customized programs for each event in their Caribbean resorts come with special offers for couples reserving one of their special programs for eight days.

The princess packages combine the glamour of the ceremony with personalized care, paying attention to every little detail to enable the couple and their guests to enjoy the emotion and charm of the moment. Private parties on the shore with beautifully decorated gazebos, a Caribbean atmosphere in selected spaces, Gala dinners, and live music. This is the perfect place for the most longed for party.

Luxury suites in stunning paradisiacal environments exquisite food together with excellent decor provide a delicate ambience, with a team of professionals attending to the smallest details, on this important day. A team of individuals ready to help you on the happiest day of your life!

Saturday, September 3, 2011

The Perfect place to say I Do Majestic Beach Resorts


Since its opening, The Majestic Colonial has become one of the best and most demanded hotels in Punta Cana, for weddings and honeymoons. It’s beautiful gardens, amazing swimming pool, breathtaking beach front location and amazing Jr. suites and suites, are only a few of the reasons. Put them together with our flexibility and we will make all your dreams come true. You will have a truly Majestic Experience.

Breathtaking views at the beach are just one of the many reasons why to choose Majestic Colonial or Majestic Elegance for your wedding. Their 24 hours all inclusive resorts are a great location to say "I Do" while enjoying a free stress wedding.

Getting married at the Beach, wedding gazebo, Catholic Church or in your own presidential suite are some of you choices for the big day.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

Real Resorts Romance Wedding Package


Real Resorts Romance Wedding Package

Simple elegance for a spectacular once in a lifetime even, the Eternal Romance Package offers one of the most beautiful and enchanting wedding settings in the world. Keeping ceremonies in mind, Real Resorts has beautifully decorated waterfront gazebos, ideal outdoor settings to exchange wedding vows.

The romance wedding package includes:Decorated wedding gazebo
Wedding cake
CD player for the ceremony (bring your own music)
Champagne toast (domestic brand) after the ceremony
Complimentary upgrade of room or suite (subject to availability upon arrival)
Bride’s bouquet (fresh flowers)
Grooms boutonniere
Witness (if required)
Fruit basket and domestic champagne
Continental breakfast in bed the morning after the ceremony

The Eternal Romance Wedding Package includes:
Special decoration in the couple's suite
Decorated wedding gazebo
Flower centerpiece for the altar
Bride’s bouquet and grooms boutonniere
Wedding cake
Champagne toast (domestic brand) after the ceremony
Professional photography services with 24 color photos on a CD
CD player for the ceremony (bring your own music)
Complimentary upgrade of room or suite (subject to availability upon arrival)
Private romantic candlelit dinner for the couple
Special breakfast in bed the morning after the ceremony
Witness (if required)
25 minute massage for the couple (by appointment)
Late check-out for the couple until 6pm (based on availability)

Classic wedding package includes:
Special wedding souvenir for the couple
Decorated wedding gazebo
Wedding cake
CD player for the ceremony (bring your own music)
Champagne toast (domestic brand) after the ceremony
Complimentary upgrade of room or suite (subject to availability upon arrival)
Natural flower centerpiece for the altar at the ceremony
Bride’s bouquet (fresh flowers)
Grooms boutonniere
Witness (if required)
Champagne breakfast in bed the morning after the ceremony

Luxury package includes:Beautifully decorated setting for the ceremony with red carpet and floral centerpiece on altar
Bride’s bouquet and grooms boutonniere
Pressing of the wedding dress
Wedding cake
Champagne toast (domestic brand) and cold hors d'oeuvres served after the ceremony
Keepsake album with 24 4x6 color prints and a CD
Live mariachi band (45 minute set)
Complimentary upgrade of room or suite (subject to availability upon arrival)
Private romantic candlelit dinner on the beach for the couple
Petit fours and champagne turndown service the evening of the wedding
Witness (if required)
Champagne breakfast in bed the morning after the ceremony
50 minute in-suite couple massages
Hairstyling and makeup for the bride
Spazul manicure and pedicure for the bride (by appointment at spazul)
Late check out for the couple until 6pm (subject to availability)

The star crossed lover’s package includes:Private roundtrip limousine transfer for the couple from airport to resort
Welcome cocktail cruise (1 hour)
Decorated wedding location
Brides bouquet consisting of a dozen fresh roses (brides choice of colors; other flowers are available upon request)
Grooms boutonniere
Solo entertainer (guitarist, violinist, saxophonist subject to availability) 45 min set
Three course dinner reception under the stars
Professional photographer and 36 4x6 color prints, one 6x8 print on a CD
Handmade keepsake wedding album
Professional video services for ceremony and 30 minute edited DVD
Witness (if required)
Breakfast in bed the morning after the ceremony
Rose petal turndown service and scented bath for two
Romantic escape a chocolate body wrap for two fresh fruit plate followed by a relaxation massage then to complete the romantic evening and aphrodisiac bath and a bottle of sparkling wine (by appointment)

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Las Vegas Weddings


With more than 100,000 weddings each year, Las Vegas is by far the nation’s wedding capital, and it sometimes seems like there are 100,000 different ways to get married in this city as well. Just about every hotel provides wedding services and dozens of street-front chapels line the Strip and surrounding areas. It’s those down-at-the-heels little chapels that have given Vegas weddings a somewhat sullied reputation, but it’s the mega hotels that have and continue to change the image of a Vegas wedding.

La Bella Wedding Chapel has various wedding packages ranging from the “I Do” package starting at $299 to the “Beautiful” wedding package at $899. It also has a variety of outdoor wedding options from a simple ceremony under a beautiful outdoor gazebo to taking or renewing vows in a helicopter while flying over Las Vegas.

Couples can also get married in one of the Hilton’s luxury suites, including the hotel’s three Sky Villas. The largest of these, the 15,400-square-foot Verona incorporates old-world Venice into every detail from imported Italian marble floors to hand-painted ceilings to the original sculptures, tapestries and paintings that adorn the walls. The vast living area leads to the secluded master retreat overlooking the private, outdoor pool and garden. The suite also has a sculpted observation deck.

The second largest of the Sky Villas at 13,200 square feet, the Tuscany has elaborate detail from its custom wall and ceiling murals to its Italian marble floors and stonework. The courtyard and pool are the focus of the Northern Italian-inspired decor.

The most impressive of the Sky Villas, the 12,600-square-foot Conrad redefines French elegance. The two-story Conrad has an oversized formal dining room and living room that both open to a grand courtyard and pool. The master retreat upstairs connects to a terrace that overlooks the pool and some of the most breathtaking views of the city and surrounding mountains.

If your clients are looking for something a little over the top, the suites are a good option for a ceremony or reception after a wedding in a gazebo, or the Valley of Fire State Park, the Las Vegas Welcome Sign, in a helicopter. The options are endless.”

Choosing the Right Site
Endless options can overwhelm a couple and it may be up to you to step in and narrow those choices down:

There are two wedding salons and one outdoor courtyard at Wynn Las Vegas, but no two events are hosted at the same time. Each salon has a private foyer where guests can gather before the ceremony begins, and a private dressing room for the bride to use up to one hour prior to the event. The Lilac Salon accommodates 65 guests and the Lavender Salon seats 120. The Primrose Court is also available for weddings or mini-receptions. It is a private courtyard that seats up to 100 under a canopy of trees and two whispering fountains.

Two chapels, outdoor ceremony locations and the opportunity to pop the big question in a semi-private area of the Eiffel Tower are all available at Paris Las Vegas. The Chapelle du Paradis has a church-style setting enhanced with columns, detailed gold-leaf designs, crystal chandeliers and cherubs depicted on a blue sky ceiling. The Chapelle du Jardin sports a white cathedral-style design, accented with garden murals throughout. One of the most romantic hotels in Vegas, Paris has about a dozen wedding packages (named after the great wines of France and the Eiffel Tower).

Even that paragon of living to excess, Caesars Palace, can tone things down for a sophisticated wedding ceremony. Caesars has several wedding locations, including two gardens and a terrace. The Classico, Romano and Tuscana are among the traditional chapels. The Classico seats 196 and is decorated in beige, blue and cream with chandeliers and stained-glass windows; the Romano seats 35; and the Tuscana, 80. While decidedly scaled down compared to some of the Palace’s other elements, your clients’ wedding can still be deliciously decadent, as in the La Dolce Vita package, which includes a classical pianist playing during processional and recessional, limo transportation, two nights in a luxury suite, champagne breakfast for two, a $450 spa/salon certificate, four spa facility day passes, dinner for two, show tickets, champagne, chocolate-dipped strawberries and more.

The Forever Grand wedding chapel at MGM Grand a more modern approach to elegance is on display at two MGM Mirage properties. The Forever Grand wedding chapel at MGM Grand decorated in greens and browns with wood accents has a recessed ceiling with a chandelier and room for a piano. Weddings are also held in other areas of the hotel, including a patio ceremony by the pool or a nearby landscaped area, outdoors by the beautiful spa fixture or on the Terrazzo, the hotel’s secluded patio.

With a blend of earth tones, dark woods, modern artwork and glass-beaded lights, the chic ambiance of the wedding chapel at Mandalay Bay sets itself apart. Even the names of its wedding packages exude a New Age, Zen-like state of being Platinum Skies, Crystal Waters, Alluring Breeze, to name a few. Guests can take in views of Mandalay Beach while listening to live piano music. There are three chapels in all, each able to accommodate up to 100.

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Adored Weddings by Le Blanc


Your Wedding Dreams Come True
At the adults only all inclusive Le Blanc Spa Resort, you'll indulge completely in a truly romantic wedding. Azure ocean waters, spectacular infinity pools and a brilliant white beach comprise the perfect backdrop. The center of attention is you! Their personalized service, nearly one staff member per guest, ensures an event as smooth as silk.

Your wishes are fulfilled even before you think of them, from the moment you arrive until the day you leave; every detail is taken care of for you. The special touches you selected are presented just as you planned. You are always attended to, but never intruded upon. They take care of everything, so you enjoy total peace of mind.

Revel in a Day as unique as the two of you
Every couple has its own personality, and so will your wedding at Le Blanc. Choose the wedding package that suits you best. Select their complimentary wedding and its breathtaking ceremony on the beach, in the gazebo or in the garden. If you wish, add the luxurious decor of a Royale Wedding, with special touches like rich drapery and elegant floral arrangements to make your day glow. Two additional packages give you the added benefits of an unforgettable reception. The Zen garden wedding feature a private bridal dressing suite, Zen inspired natural centerpieces and reception. The signature wedding the ultimate wedding experience comes complete with photography package, solo violinist and reception.

For couples who desire a dreamlike destination wedding but prefer to process the paperwork in the US or Canada, their Symbolic Wedding Package is the perfect start to "happily ever after".