We love assisting our clients in finding fun group activities to include as part of their wedding weekend of adventure! I hold the Cancun / Riviera Maya / Yucatan very near and dear to my heart. This area is so much more than beautiful beaches. The culture is rich and there’s much to be experienced. Not to mention, a quick direct flight via Continental Airlines from our very own George Bush International Airport (IAH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)!
This week on Where 2 Wednesday :: Xel-ha [shell-ha]
As the largest natural aquarium in the world, this ecological park has fun and adventure to be had by all! In addition to experiencing your destination wedding, your guests will also want to experience some of what your destination has to offer. Chances are, you will have a variety of adventures to choose from. Xel-ha is a great location to couple a variety of adventure options in one all-inclusive location. At just over $70USD per adult and 50% off for children, this is noted at the best value adventure in the area.
In addition to all beverages,
snacks are included,
breakfast and lunch are also included,
you’ll enjoy ecological and cultural tours,
kids can take part in a child friendly adventure section,
visit a cenote [se'note] “The Mayan Cave”,
enjoy snorkeling,
cliff diving,
bicycling through the jungle,
relax on an inner tube,
and of course… swim with the dolphins!
Share with us your Xel-ha experience in the comment box below!
Minutes away from Xcaret and Xel-Ha (two of the area’s most beautiful ecological and water parks)
496 luxury suites with dedicated concierge service
Adult only section — 96 Ambassador Suites
Luxurious spa situated in the middle of a tropical jungle
Take a look at a few of the images we captured during our visit last year!
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Grand Entrance :: Your driver will slowly enter this jaw dropping stone wall entrance into clear glass opening gates. Brace yourself... your jungle tropical oasis awaits you!
King Suite offers sliding doors to expose bath area
Beautiful wood work and hand stone work graces this property perfectly. Opt for a personal plunge pool! You won't regret it.
Enjoy a clean eating experience. Pictured are the different offerings, a Grand Vela chef making his evening dinner catch and dinning room options.
The jungle location of the spa certainly sets the tone for total relaxation!
Our amateur images can’t do Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit justice! We invite you to click virtual tour and photos selections below take a tour. Once you’re done, immediately begin your honeymoon planning. We know you won’t be disappointed! If you have any questions, feel free to email our travel concierge directly at margaret {at} preciousnuptials {dot} com.
We’ve been joyously working on this year’s destination wedding clients’ big day! Not that we haven’t been equally pouring ourselves into our Houston area weddings. The majority of our destination wedding couples continue to choose Caribbean locations. Needless to say, there’s plenty of Caribbean wedding possibilities out there to choose from. We’re going to offer you a glimpse into our clients’ choices thus far (in no particular order). They also make for easy travel for we Texas visitors.
7 Day Western Caribbean Cruise :: At Sea
General Map Credit :: www.welt-atlas.com
As we illustrated above, about forty (40) guest sailed from Galveston to Montego Bay, Grand Cayman and Cozumel for a 25th wedding anniversary and vow renewal cruise. Cruising is a growing trend that we’ll talk about next week.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico :: Dreams Puerto Vallarta
Photo Credit :: Dreams
Located on the Pacific side of Mexico, Puerto Vallarta offers beautiful sunsets! That’s one of the driving reasons why our Austin, Texas clients choose this destination wedding location. Close to fifty (50) of their closest family and friends will join them for a wedding weekend filled with the fun of creating a lifetime of memories.
Ocho Rios, Jamaica :: Sandals Grande Ocho Rios
Photo Credit :: Sandals
With this couple, they wanted to a beautiful location to serve as the backdrop for their union. Lush gardens, beautiful beaches and white gloved service made this Dallas, Texas destination wedding couple swoon over their new beginnings. They will enjoy ten (10) intimate nights in a top level rooming category. About a dozen guests will join them for this intimate celebration.
Montego Bay, Jamaica :: Rose Hall Resort Spa & Country Club
Photo Credit :: Rose Hall
Breath taking beauty has this Houston couple ecstatic about their upcoming Independence weekend nuptial events! About sixty (60) guest will take part in the holiday weekend wedding weekend bash venturing from Dallas, Houston, New Orleans and more!
Riviera Maya, Mexico :: Dreams Riviera Cancun
Photo Credit :: Dreams
At just under a year in age, this Dreamproperty is truly a dream. Our newly relocated Michigan couple is in love with their wedding ceremony and reception location. This straw architecture will serve as the backdrop for their sunset nuptials. We can’t wait as I’m sure sixty (60) of their family and friends can’t either!
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands :: The Westin Casuarina Resort & Spa
Photo Credit :: Westin
Photo Credit :: Westin
The Westin is know for it’s great service and offerings. This Houston native destination wedding couple knew this would be the location for their 10/10/10 destination wedding day! An intimate celebration of about thirty (30) guest will enjoy a sunset wedding and breezeway reception.
7 Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise :: Nassau, Bahamas
General Map Credit :: www.welt-atlas.com
This Houston couple proposed became engaged at a previous destination wedding of ours. They quickly called us up to begin planning their Nassau, Bahamas wedding at port of a 7 day Bahamas cruise. They expect about seventy (70) of their closest family and friends to join them. This is proving to be a fun cruise wedding to plan!
That’s all for now! Be sure to send us questions about your destination wedding locations.
Now that you’ve viewed our post from yesterday on Turtle Island, we know that you’re totally swooning over the idea of honeymooning on Turtle Island. While you have your fiancé beef up the honeymoon savings fund, you should also enter Get Married’s Win a Honeymoon in Paradise Giveaway. Don’t forget to read the official contest rules. We’re sending good luck your way! Should you win, don’t forget to send us pictures of your fabulous vacation courtesy of Get Married. Heck! Should you go, send us pictures!
Click Image :: Get Married Win a Honeymoon in Paradise Turtle Island, Fiji valued at over $20,000!
Last week, we began our Mystery Island series. Congratulations to Tannie who was the first to most accurately solve the mystery to Mystery Island Number One!
Turtle Island…
When you think of a luxury honeymoon or getaway, you may think of a five star resort that offers state of the art spa services, a private butler and beautifully plated cuisines on modern developed land. Turtle Island offers luxury in a very natural Fijian way.
This naturally beautiful destination sits off the beaten path in Fiji. Purchased by Richard Evanson in 1972, one would imagine that Mr. Evanson knew he a diamond in the rough. Coming from the Americas hustle and bustle, this brilliant cable television business man and Harvard Engineering graduate, arrived with a tent, refrigerator and a generator. His hard work and dedication has revamped this gorgeous 500 acre once deserted island into a dream location.
After allowing the 1980’s filming of The Blue Lagoon, Richard enjoyed seeing others appreciate the beauty of this island and allowed private access for up to fourteen couples. This limited access promotes the preservation of the island’s natural beauty.
The Blue Lagoon
Plan a luxurious honeymoon visit or rent the island for a week. You will enjoy:
Beach Front Cottage :: Sleeps two adults and up to four kids
Cottage Living Area
Cottage Sleeping Area
All Food
All Beverages
All Activities :: deep sea fishing, scuba diving, horseback riding, mountain biking, sunset cruise, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing and use of all sporting equipment
Dedicated Bure Mama
Complimentary Lomi Lomi half hour message per guest
… and more (including a personal nanny for each child)!
Current rates are $300,000 USD per week (all inclusive of features and taxes) for a full island’s rental. If you’re looking for couple rates or honeymoon rates, one can take advantage of current special of stay for seven nights and pay for five.
Yes, Turtle Islands offer destination weddings. Experience a unique Fijian style wedding at the famous Blue Lagoon!
Dining :: From elegant cuisines to generous buffet experiences, you will enjoy the restaurant selections and unlimited premium beverages.
Image Credit :: Dreams Resorts & Spas
Spa Experience :: Spa rooms, spa gardens, or outdoor beach cabanas, Dreams has some of the the most lavish and acclaimed spas experiences.
Image Credit :: Dreams Resorts and Spas
Play :: From non-motorized sports for adults to the Explorer’s Club for kids ages 3-12 years old, you’ll have full filled play throughout your stay.
Image Credit :: Dreams Resorts & Spas
Flu Free Guarantee :: Guest traveling May 8, 2009 through December 20, 2009 are covered under Dream’s Flu Free Assurance.
Image Credit :: Dreams Resorts & Spas
Weddings :: Beautiful and family friendly Cancun Destination Wedding option.
Stay tuned, as we visit on the topic “Hiring a Wedding Planner For Your Destination Wedding.” On this upcoming post, we’ll offer you a self test that will assist you in determining the need for hiring and bringing a private Destination Wedding Planner.
For additional information on this week’s spotlight destination, email us at dw{at}preciousnuptials{dot}com.
Beverage of choice: My usual (Iced, Sugar free Vanilla, two Splenda Americano topped with half and half)
Atmosphere: My living room couch (lovely, right?) It’s always so relaxing to be home and enjoy relaxing while working.
It’s late morning Saturday, as I sip my beverage, I realize the huge task of getting myself back on track. Not only did Ike take his toll physically, but he just made sure everything was thrown for a huge loop. Realizing that life will always throw challenges our way, my goal for today is to create an outline for next week. I certainly have to restructure a few things, but all will be well and fully functional soon.
1859 Ashton Villa -- Saved in 1971
I was invited for a personal visit to Ashton Villa in the coming weeks. We have a wedding scheduled on the grounds and a luncheon reception to follow in the ballroom. The ballroom took flooding. The bright side, it’s a historical home and the Galveston Historical Foundation has contract workers busy drying the building out. The first post Ike wedding will take place in a couple of weeks. I’m confident that will go on as planned. In short, our December wedding space will remain as planned! That was a huge load off.
There’s one thing that Ike did positive. He certainly made me stop, slow down, and absorb life. The very life we are use to is not guaranteed to be the same when we wake up tomorrow. Galveston is filled with history. I’ve been pondering ways to get involved in the preservation efforts. Many structures remain standing. it’s what’s behind the closed doors that’s causing destruction. We’re considering becoming an active business member of the Historical Foundation. At any rate, donations are always key to non-profit operations.
I enjoy quiet time and the simple pleasures of life. Discovering a new pleasure the natural eye may overlook is ever so exciting is ever so exciting to me! I hate cooking. Yet, I enjoy the beauty of culinary art and finding new tastings to satisfy my pallet. I’m a reality T.V. buff that can watch a Hells Kitchen marathon all day. Yet, my life is filled with the joys of planning and executing weddings. This is our blog… Enjoy!
relax on an inner tube,
and of course… swim with the dolphins!
