Monday, October 10, 2011

"About Love" Wedding Planners in Los Cabos, Mexico

Take a look at this video by the dedicated team from "About Love" wedding planners in Los Cabos, a group that is eager to make your weddingday a dream wedding at a dream wedding destination. Los Cabos, Mexico remains one of the top destination wedding locations, and for good reason! This video provides some great inspiration for a destination wedding in Los Cabos. Take a look!

Environmentally Sustainable Mexican Resort Isla Amaitlán Breaks Ground

Are you planning your destination wedding in Mexico, and looking for a venue that is environmentally sustainable? Look no further! The beginning stages of planning and building have begun for this gorgeous $120 million resort on Isla de la Piedra. Check out the full story on this gorgeous environmentally friendly resort, from Mexico Today.

Friday, October 7, 2011

Wedding Trailer - Mexico!

I love the dramatic "movie trailer" for this real life Mexico wedding. Take a look and enjoy!

Thania & Luis (Inicio) from MVBpro.com on Vimeo.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Mexico: Cancun | Mayan Ruins, Resorts & 'Ritas - TheKnot.com

Mexico: Cancun | Mayan Ruins, Resorts & 'Ritas - TheKnot.com: "Seemingly carved out of the jungle, Cancun sits at the tip of Mexico's Yucatan peninsula, twinkling with big resorts and a boisterous nightlife. Ancient Indian cities and beautiful palm-fringed beaches compete for your attention during the sun-soaked days; the nights steam up with delicious food, tantalizing margaritas, and smokin' disco DJs.

Why We'd Go: Three Features You'll Never Forget
Isla Mujeres: Hop a day or night cruise to the laid-back "Island of Women," where ancient Mayans worshipped Ixchel, goddess of rainbows, fertility, and childbirth. Lounge under a grass palapa on lovely Playa Norte beach, or head south on a moped or golf cart to swim with dolphins at Dolphin Discovery, or visit the Tortuga Marina Turtle Farm.

Wedding Destination: American Attends a Perfect Destination Wedding in Mexico

Mexico has become one of the foremost locations in the world for destination weddings. Take a look at this video from Mexico Today, highlighting one tourists wonderful experience at a destination wedding south of the border!

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

How Do You Feel About Mexico's Proposed 2-Year Marriage License?

Everyone's buzzing recently about the fact that lawmakers in Mexico City are proposing a new marriage license which would allow couples to split after a two-year trial period, rather than going through a lengthier divorce process.

With the implementation of this law, instead of the traditional 'till death to us part,' couples would be able to opt for temporary commitments, test out married life, and then renew their licenses indefinitely if they are still devoted to their chosen spouse.

"Two years is the minimum amount of time it takes to know and appreciate what life is like as a couple," Lizbeth Rosas, who is spearheading the proposed legislation said to BBC Mundo in Spanish. "If you renew, that means you have an understanding with your partner, and that you are clear on the rules of the relationship. So what do you think? Is this an inspired idea to lower the rate of divorce, or does it decrease the sanctity of marriage?

Monday, October 3, 2011

Destination Wedding Etiquette: Creating the Guest List

Your wedding is all about you, so invite as many or as few people as you want to your destination wedding, but you can't expect all guests to be able to afford the trip south of the border. Furthermore, because it is an especially large time commitment, this will likely cross people off the list as well. Be realistic -- consider whether you want a large amount of extended family and friends at your destination wedding, or if you would rather have an intimate gathering with immediate family and cose friends. Don't forget the last etiquette advice I gave, suggesting a second reception or party back home to bring in those that weren't invited or couldn't make the trip.

When creating the list, include close friends and family that you would want there even if they have specifically told you they can't make it. It's still nice to be included, and furthermore, plans sometimes change and allow people to go that didn't initially think they would be able to. For most non destination weddings, you would likely skip invitations for colleagues or casual acquaintances who've said they can't come—or you might look like you are just pushing for presents. You could send them wedding announcements or second reception invitations instead, which don t require the recipient to buy a gift. Destination weddings, on the other hand, are  generally small affairs for close friends and relatives in the first place, so do send invitations to the whole save-the-date list.