To this date, my relationship with Gloria was the fastest forming relationship of my career. I knew instantly that her and Ryan were special, and had a special story to tell. I was immensely grateful for Gloria’s instant trust in us (before our initial conversation was barely over, she had signed the contract and sent a retainer). I knew I would guard her trust with my whole heart. I’ve yet to see a couple love as hard and laugh as hard with each other. Their wedding, just like every other part of their relationship was a testament to their true love. They worked through encouraging their guests to travel a bit deeper, explore a bit further, and dance a bit longer. They pushed each other outside their own comfort zone and showed up for each other when it mattered. We all laughed so hard together throughout, sometimes to the point of tears, even through all the more serious topics. Often times, All Inclusive travel makes guest management super simple leaving couples torn between simple accommodation for their guests and staying true to the overall aesthetics they wish to maintain for their wedding day. Not to mention, offer guests a unique experience in the process! this is why quite often, we host guests at an All Inclusive resort, and transport them to an offsite venue in proximity for a private reception mixing the best of two worlds. We handle all the logistics in between to ensure a seamless experience. Gloria and Ryan’s guests stayed at Grand Bahia Principe Tulum, while the wedding was held at Gitano Tulum. We secured a competitive group rate and managed the guests travel, and on wedding day, transported them to a space they had never seen before where they danced under the stars til the wee hours. Spicy Margaritas for an official welcome to Mexico. With a space already so beautiful, we wanted to be careful on minimal decor to not overdue it or fight the natural aesthetics of the space. Wishing you a lifetime of laughter, Gloria & Ryan! Xx, M Photography: Krista Fox
Read MoreJazz, Rock, Pop, Country, and even Techno song ideas for your first dance
It can be a very tricky feat figuring out what is the perfect song for the most important day of your life. Do you just pick your favorite song? Do you pick a classic? The questions are endless! The easy rule to follow is to ensure the song is timeless. Every genre of music has an everlasting song that no matter how long it’s been or how many times you’ve heard it, it will always be eternal. Here are our top three picks for Jazz, Rock, Pop, Country, and even Techno. Jazz The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra Till There Was You – Etta Jones Unforgettable – Nat King Cole Rock Heaven – Bryan Adams Nothing Else Matters – Metallica You and Me – Alice Cooper Pop Can’t Help Falling In Love – Haley Reinhart Come Away With Me – Norah Jones Lucky – Jason Mraz ft. Colbie Caillat Country Amazed – Lonestar I Swear – John Michael Montgomery Lost In This Moment – Big & Rich Techno Something About Us – Daft Punk Feel So Close – Calvin Harris ft. Nelly Furtado Center Of The Universe – Axwell Written by Clara
Read MoreHannah and Ryan
Our very first Australian couple! Hannah & Ryan’s guests were the kindest, most laid back group, who in true Australian fashion, were travelers at heart. They traveled across the world to explore all the magic Mexico has to offer and many extended their trip past Puerto Vallarta to other destination within Mexico. We hosted the guests at Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, a fabulous All Inclusive hotel located in the most beautiful cove and just minutes away from the private villa where we hosted both the wedding ceremony and reception. Even though all beaches in Mexico are public beaches, Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta is located in a cove and so the only way to reach the beach is through the hotel, making this stunning beach entirely private for the hotel guests. Located in Conchas chinas, the Beverly Hills of Puerto Vallarta, this private villa is on one of the highest points boasting the best views of the Ocean as well as the city. The Sun setting just perfectly in it’s view is just the cherry on top! live music, late night tacos, greasy churros and all the feels! Photographer: Emily Alyssa
Read MoreFinest Playa Mujeres
In a pristine tropical landscape nestled between the Caribbean Sea and a wildlife preserve, Finest Playa Mujeres offers the pleasures of a world-class spa, over-sized suites and a heavenly cuisine at twelve globe-spanning restaurants. And all this perfection come to you, All Inclusive! Staying at an All Inclusive offers many benefits to large groups. Knowing what your guests trip cost is in advance and enjoying many meals together without taking your wallet out of the room or wondering who should cover what meal are just a few of these benefits. It is often difficult however to have an all inclusive resort offer just as many benefits when it comes to the wedding side, which is why many decide on off-site locations. Having said that, Finest Playa Mujeres is one of those unicorn resorts that offers All Inclusive plans to your guests, a gourmet menu, and at the same time, private and gorgeous wedding locations. Oversize and understated. This is the most exclusive Excellence Club suite there is with a total of 3,400 square feet between two floors. Ground level features living room, bar, bedroom. Rooftop terrace level comes with private plunge pool, lounge bed and sofa area. Plus access to an unprecedented level of elite services. How is that for a “getting ready” room? Finest Suites are perfect for families, couples and friends who are looking for an extensive range of possibilities. From expansive beds, oversize sofas, custom lights to deluxe bathing, every suite is designed to be livable for all and open to anything that piques your curiosity. Even the lead-in category and least expensive room option will be sure to impress your guests. Who says adults get to have all the fun? At Finest Playa Mujeres, kids aren’t just along for the ride. They’re along for the adventure. Junior guests get to design their own vacation experiences with all-day activities for all ages – from toddlers to tweens to teens. Away time is play time at the children’s pool with its own built-in playground. There’s even a pool just for babies and toddlers. Three indoor areas are grownup-free zones. Plus a kids plaza, mini spa and mini theater that offer up big-time amusements. The action is on both land and sea. Kayaking, snorkeling, sailing, windsurfing, paddle boarding, water polo, table tennis, volleyball and more are part of the all-inclusive fun. At Finest Playa Mujeres, luxury means many things –…
Read More7 things you may have forgotten when planning your wedding
Written by Clara Now, before we begin I must make clear that this isn’t your ordinary wedding checklist. We will take note of the little things that are often taken for granted before, during, and after the wedding. Before 1. “Getting ready” music playlist Many brides tend to forget or put off this small detail thinking “we’ll just play music from our phones or iPod” and leave it to the day of. The thing is, music is what usually sets the mood in the bridal suite. Stressing over what to play next or skipping songs can somewhat dampen the mood. 2. Vendor meals We must remember that vendors are working long hours to make your day perfect. You don’t have to worry about it on your big day but be sure to take it into consideration during the planning. During 3. Switch your engagement ring back A lot of brides place their engagement ring onto their right hand, in order to have a bare hand for that glorious shot when the groom slips on the wedding band after saying “I do”. Just don’t forget to switch back your engagement ring so you can show off your duo in all of your photos. 4. The Gift caretaker Nowadays it’s very popular to have an online gift registry or a bank account for gifts but some of our elder family members might like to do things old school and bring a gift to the reception. If this is the case you might want to assign a person (whom you trust, of course) to be responsible for the gifts. 5. Assign a ‘go-to’ person for the photographer We can all agree photographers have a huge responsibility of capturing unforgettable moments on your big day. With that said, there are many family members that you would like to commemorate by having them in your photos. It would be a great asset to have someone give a ‘heads up’ to the photographer of the ‘who’s who’ at the reception. After 6. Snacks for after the reception If you’re planning to enjoy your wedding to its fullest (and you should!) then make sure that when you get to your bridal suite you have a ‘hangover meal’ waiting for you. Many times, couples are so busy that they barely have time to eat. Why not have a meal waiting for you? It can be anything from the…
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