“Yes I do” But only in Queretaro

Queretaro has enviable spaces from baroque temples to neo-classic houses, from colonial cities to picturesque towns; spaces that will give your celebration an air of sumptuousness. It is a state of vice regal and baroque scenarios that have been surrounded by the glamour of the modern and the global tendencies; luxury hotels, colonial houses, majestic haciendas, baroque churches and huge country estates and gardens that create a refined and cozy environment for an unforgettable wedding, an elegant event with a Mexican taste.


Eleven reasons to say "I do" and get married in Queretaro:

1. San Antonio La Galera Hacienda - A Hacienda of the end of the XVII century where the dancing halls are Antique granIaries which now count with the necessary equipment for your wedding. The chapel, which conserves the charm of the original facade, and the sumptuous gardens, create a unique environment.

2. Brisas Hacienda Jurica Hotel - A magnificent option for a romantic and unforgettable wedding. This ex hacienda of the XVI century, beautifully restored, has a chapel, spacious patios and gardens for this special day. In addition, it is well known for its cuisine and its excellent service.

3. Hacienda La Venta Hotel - A one and only combination of modernity and tradition in a majestic hacienda of the XVI century. Its luxury facilities with gardens and a bullring, and an avant-garde service promise a wedding like no other.

4. Hacienda Mision La Muralla Hotel - Revive the Mexican Revolution and enjoy a different wedding in a thematic hotel. It is a beautiful hacienda of the XVIII century, where Mexican history comes to life surrounded by the tranquility of the country.

5. Villa Antigua Hotel - In this hotel, details make the difference. Its gardens are the ideal place for a celebration, and with the planning experience, the organization and the meticulous coordination in the service, your wedding will be a memorable event.

6. El Risco - Have a wedding in a country and tureen environment. The vivid gardens are combined with lakes and waterfalls. It has what it takes to create an unforgettable event, with an area for children and a chapel.

7. Hacienda Santa Catarina - In a subtle combination of Antique and modern, this hacienda offers an ideal place for your wedding. The view and the contact with nature create an extraordinary environment, equipped for a celebration of 1,000 guests.

8. Balvanera Polo & Golf Resort Club - Enjoy a country celebration in an equestrian club with magnificent gardens and terraces, next to a lake with extended and wooded green areas. You can organize your wedding here, just 10 minutes far from the city of Queretaro.

9. Provincia Juriquilla Club - In an exclusive residential zone, a magic wooded place is found. It offers an esplanade and gardens. It counts with the attraction of a Sevillian style bullring and all the necessary services for a one of a kind wedding.

10. Rancho El 7 Hotel - An elegant style, offers you majestic terraces, a bullring, beautiful gardens and a chapel were a sophisticate wedding can take place.

11. La Troje Garden - Ideal for an exclusive wedding in a country environment without the need of going too far. It counts with an extended area with magnificent gardens, a chapel and all the other services.

Hacienda Tres Rios

Special Events & Celebrations Hacienda Tres Rios is where Memories begin. There’s something about the Hacienda air, the light, and the legends that makes everything you do here more intense. This is why Hacienda Tres Rios is a special place for life’s special moments.

Whether it's something intimate like a honeymoon, or public and celebratory like a wedding or a birthday, anniversary, family reunion, incentive or corporate event, Hacienda Tres Rios is where memories begin.

Come celebrate romance with Tres Rios is where everything comes together. What better place to celebrate the joining of two lives but here? Where the river meets the sea and the Mayan heavens meet the earth, you can meet your true romance. They attend to the details leaving you to concentrate on what's most important your own special day.

Ceremony locations - choose the perfect place to celebrate within the natural surroundings of Tres Rios

• Cenote Aguila - surrounded by beauty only nature can provide, take adventurous plunge to create a new life together.
• Rio Pajaros - profess your love while you float down the Rio Pajores in a kayak built for two
• Hacienda Tres Rios Beach - Beside the turquoise ocean, make your love official with toes planted firmly in powdery white sand Hacienda Tres Rios
• Ballroom - combine families of any size in out 500 people Capacity Theater

The Maya knew this was a piece of enchantment it can be one for you.

La Hacienda Xcanatun Girlfriends’ Getaway

Overwhelmed by the job, mommy duties, care giving and the weather? Melt stress away by combining ancient Maya practices with luxurious, boutique hotel pampering during a 4-day/3-night Girlfriends’ Renewal Package at Hacienda Xcanatun, Merida, Mexico for only $615 per person.

After gathering those special girlfriends together, fly straight to Merida in Mexico’s Yucatan. A short 20-minute transfer brings you to the Old World romance of the elegant Hacienda Xcanatun (ssh-kana-toon) now a boutique hotel. This former 18th century sisal plantation surrounded by acres of jungle-like gardens, blends the warmth of colonial Mexico with all the comforts and amenities of a world-class hotel. Rejuvenation, renewal and stress reduction are at the core of Xcanatun's Girlfriends’ Getaway package, available for $615 per person, double occupancy, until December 15, 2010 (subject to availability, holiday blackout dates apply).

The Girlfriends' Getaway package includes ($615 Per Person for a 4-Day/3-Night Girlfriends’ Getaway):

3 nights in a garden-view Deluxe Suite, with a private terrace slung with hammocks and an outdoor hydrotherapy tub;
Daily Xcanatún breakfast
A gourmet three-course dinner with wine at the Hacienda’s award winning restaurant
Two Spa Massages, or one Massage and a Manicure and Pedicure
Roundtrip Merida airport transfers, hotel taxes/service charges (restaurant gratuities not included)
Spa treatments might include a toning Maya Puuc Clay Wrap paired with an Aura Cleansing, or a Maya Honey & Flower Massage. The Ancient Maya Stone Massage increases vitality and complements the stress-reducing Cibché Wrap and reflexology foot/ shoulder massage. Body polishing; anti-ageing hand and arm treatments, aromatherapy massages; clay, seaweed and cacao body wraps; fruit and botanical-based facials; manicures and pedicures are other options. Additional treatments run about $65 each and are also available in suite, or in the Maya garden palapa. Two freshwater pools set deep in the gardens offer additional relaxation.

Essential to any great escape is great dining and Hacienda Xcanatun’s gourmet restaurant, ranked among the top 50 restaurants in Mexico, serves the finest fusion Yucatecan cuisine. These specialties are prepared utilizing French cooking technique paired with luscious Caribbean and local ingredients. When ready to explore outside the hacienda, private excursions led by the best guides can be arranged to Maya ceremonial centers at Uxmal or Chichen Itza; flamingo eco-reserves and colorful colonial towns. On your own discover excellent shopping, outdoor concerts and street fairs in nearby Merida, a 10 minute taxi ride away.