San Miguel Arcangel el Cedral

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Hacienda La Escoba

Cocktail Hour

Hacienda La Escoba - Patio Acueducto

Our Wedding

Despite being in different stages of our lives, with different careers, and on very different paths, when Michael and I met 4 years ago, it didn't take us long to realize that what we had was something special. From very early on there has never been a doubt that we were in this for the long haul, well, once we both built up the courage to speak to each other.Michael and I first met in December of 2011, but never said much more than awkward "hello" to each other until we were forced to sit in the backseat of our friend's car on the way to a dinner. In just those few minutes on the way to the restaurant, Michael and I were able to easily get past our awkward small talk and spent the rest of the night talking to each other. That is until Alex made me move to the opposite side of the table so that he could sit next to Michael. I thought that was the end of that but little did I know, Michael was already hooked and he made every effort to contact me after that night. While Michael did make the effort to talk to me again, I was actually the one to make sure we saw each other again (though he will never admit it). On a whim, I invited him to a friend's house for a small party with friends, and then continued to come up with other ways to see him until he finally worked up the courage to ask me on our first date. Ever since that date Michael and I have been lucky enough to experience more things together than we could have ever imagined. Over the last four years, we have celebrated our lives' biggest milestones together. I got my first job out of college, then 3 more after that, moved from Austin to Houston, and back to Austin, all while Michael achieved various promotions , moved between Austin, Houston, Oklahoma City, San Antonio and then finally we both moved back to Houston where we bought a house and got the most adorable fur ball you will ever meet. To compliment our nomadic lifestyles, over the past 4 years we have also been fortunate enough to travel the world together, visiting 15 countries and countless cities. Because we have spent so much of our time together traveling, or dreaming about our next adventure, nothing could have been more perfect than when Michael proposed to me July 29, 2015 at a castle in the small picturesque town of Vaxjo—near where we were celebrating my brother's wedding—surrounded by my entire family, and many of our close friends. Well, that's not true, what would have made that moment more perfect, would have been me having a voice to say yes when Michael proposed instead of having to frantically nod and whisper, since I had lost my voice the night before at Alex's wedding. Although, I am fairly confident he already knew what the answer would be. Though I was fortunate to have so many important people around me when we got engaged, we are even more excited to celebrate our wedding with all of our family and closest friends. We are so grateful to everyone that will be flying to Mexico to celebrate with us. Now let's get the fiesta started!

Our Story

Details

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is the airport that will get you right into the city of Guadalajara. Uber is avaialbe in Mexico and can easily take you from the airport to your hotel.

Guadalajara International Airport

Below are the 3 hotels that we have blocked off rooms at for all our guests. These are the hotels where the shuttles to and from the ceremony and reception will be. Our families will be staying at the Grand Fiesta Americana Guadalajara Country Club, however please know that all 3 hotels are great hotels and are located within walking distance of each other.

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Please make sure to make your reservation through phone or email (the code will NOT work online). Mention the code BODMONMI when you book to receive the discounted rate. Por favor hagan la reservación por teléfono o email (el código no sirve en la pagina de web). Mencionen el código BODMONI cuando hagan la reservación para recibir el descuento. Please be aware that these rates do not include tax. Esta tarifa no incluye IVA. Double Room: $1,300 pesos/night ~ $79 USDKing Room: $1,350 pesos/night ~ $82 USD This rate includes breakfast for 1 or 2 people. Esta tarifa incluye desayuno para 1 o 2 personas.

Aloft Guadalajara

Please make sure to make your reservation through phone or email (the code will NOT work online). You will want to ask for Jorge Estrada o Rafael Muñoz and use the code 246878451 when you book to receive the discounted rate. Por favor hagan la reservación por teléfono o email (el código no sirve en la pagina de web). Pregunten por Jorge Estrada o Rafael Muñoz y mencionen el código 246878451 cuando hagan la reservación para recibir el descuento. Please be aware that these rates do not include tax. Esta tarifa no incluye el IVA. Standard King/Double Room: $1,399 pesos/night ~ $85 USDSuperior King/Double Room: $1,699 pesos/night ~ $102 USD

Hotel NH Collection Guadalajara Providencia

Please make sure to call the phone number listed here to make your reservation. Mention that the reservation is for the Grand Fiesta Americana Guadalajara and use the code G12D4M to receive the discounted rate. Por favor de llamar al numero para hacer la reservacion. Mencionen que la reservacion es para el hotel Grand Fiesta Americana Guadalajara y usen el codigo G12D4M para recibir el descuento. Please be aware that these rates do not include tax. Esta tarifa no incluye el IVA. King or Double Room: $1,500 pesos/night ~ $90 USD

Grand Fiesta Americana Guadalajara Country Club

Travel

Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco. Jalisco is the birthplace of two of the most famous Mexican symbols, Tequila and Mariachis.For those of you arriving early to Guadalajara here are some ideas for you to get to know the city of Guadalajara!Tequila Tour: - <a href="http://www.tequilatourbymm.com/">http://www.tequilatourbymm.com/</a>Gastronomy Tour: Taste REAL Mexican food while enjoying the sites of this beautiful city! <a href="http://guadalajarafoodtours.com/english/gdl-food-tours/">http://guadalajarafoodtours.com/english/gdl-food-t...</a>City Bus Tour: There are 4 tours available, you can explore the city of Guadalajara, Tlaquepaque, Zapopan or Tonala. The site is in Spanish so if you are interested in this one let me know and I will answer any questions. - <a href="http://tapatiotour.com.mx">http://tapatiotour.com.mx</a>Bike Tour: - Get even more close and personal with the city by exploring it on a bike! Throughout all the cities we have traveled we have found that we get to see and enjoy more of a city when we do bike tours! http://www.gdlbiketour.mx/

Guadalajara, Mexico

Travel by passenger train to Tequila. Since 2012 the Jose Cuervo Express® travels across the agave landscape with the magic of yesteryear. Departures are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from the Ferromex station in Guadalajara to the Tequila Pueblo Mágico.We will have more information and schedules by January as they have not come out with their schedule for 2016 just yet.

Jose Cuervo Express

I am sure you've guessed it, Tequila is where Tequila comes from! This beautiful region and town is only 30 minutes away from Guadalajara.

Tequila, Jalisco

Tlaquepaque is a very traditional colonial town in Mexico. The name Tlaquepaque derives from <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahuatl" title="Nahuatl">Nahuatl</a> and means "place above clay land". The area is famous for its pottery and blown glass. Tlaquepaque features El Parián, a large plaza flanked by columned arcades and surrounded by restaurants and bars. The main square in the city centre is known as El Jardín Hidalgo ("Hidalgo Garden"), named after Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, the "Father of Mexican Independence." Here you can visit many artisan markets, buy many traditional art and try a delicious traditional Jaliscan meal accompanied by Mariachis and Tequila.

Tlaquepaque, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta is one of my favorite beach destinations in Mexico. I love when you have mountains and sea in one place and this is what Puerto Vallarta has. The town of Puerto Vallarta itself is so charming, fun, and provides a great night life. Puerto Vallarta is a 4 hour drive from Guadalajara or you can fly there for as little as $130 round trip from Guadalajara or $80 one way from Guadalajara and then book your ticket home from Puerto Vallarta.