S&A

Please RSVP by February 28th

Sydney & Adrian

May 23 2026

Tepic Nayarit

Wedding Day

May 23, 2026

4:00 PM–11:00 PM

Ex Hacienda de San Cayetano

Mexico

Our Story

The Beginning

Adrian and I first met on September 18, 2022, at a football game. What started as a casual encounter quickly turned into something neither of us expected.

A week later, on September 25, we had our first "date" at the library. We were supposed to study, but instead, we ended up talking for hours. Adrian didn't know at the time, but I had butterflies the whole time, and I didn't know at the time that Adrian tried on 4 different outfits to look guapo for me. By November 11, 2022, we officially became a couple, excited to continue learning about each other.

Then came December, and Adrian had to head back to Mexico after his first semester in the U.S. The distance gave us both time to reflect, and it was during that winter break that we each realized something important. Until then, we’d been cautious about saying "I love you"—not because we didn’t feel it, but because we didn’t know what the future held. For me, Sydney, I was scared to fall in love only to possibly never see him again. But during that time apart, we each knew we had to try to make the logistics work.

On January 18, 2023, after some visa delays and missing the first week of his second semester, Adrian finally got the green light to return. He came back to finish out the school year, and we picked up right where we left off. And, as they say, the rest is history.

If you are reading this, you have been part of our story, and we say thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Travel

We’ve partnered with a trusted local travel agency to create a seamless and unforgettable experience for our guests. This itinerary has been thoughtfully planned to make your stay in Mexico enjoyable and stress-free, including hotel accommodations, transportation, and tours.

What's included in the package?

- 5 nights in hotels: 3 nights in Puerto Vallarta (all-inclusive), 2 nights in Tepic

-Transportation from the time you land in Puerto Vallarta until you're taken back to your hotel in Puerto Vallarta on May 24

-Tour “Rythms of the Night” in Puerto Vallarta

What's not included?

-Flights

-Meals in Tepic (~4 meals)

How much is the package?

The total cost of this package is $590 USD per person for 6 days.

The agency asks for $100 USD per person to confirm your spot by Feb. 28 - you have until April 3rd to complete the full payment. You can make monthly/weekly payments or pay in full as long as it's before April.

Best payment method is to Sydney via Venmo or Zelle. Reach out directly to Sydney for other payment options.

Venmo: @sydneyhanson-12

Zelle: 563-723-1493

*Traveling through this travel agency is not required. It is designed to make it easier for our guests, but anyone is welcome to travel independently as well. Ensure that your flights are to Puerto Vallarta International Airport (most tourist friendly) or Guadalajara International Airport. Private transportation or public charter buses are available at either airport to get you to Tepic.

TRAVEL WITH YOUR OWN ITINERARY

Fiesta Inn Express Tepic

Blvrd Luis Donaldo Colosio 580, Benito Juárez Ote, 63175 Tepic, Nay., México

311 129 5950

This hotel is attached to a mall which offers more options for dining, shopping, etc. with no need of driving around. Around $65.00 USD per night single room for 2.

Website

Hotel Fray Select

Av. Prisciliano Sánchez Sur 130, Centro, 63000 Tepic, Nay., México

311 133 7060

The strength of this hotel is the restaurant. This hotel is 3 min away from downtown where you can walk around and visit some museums. Around $80.00 USD per night single room for 2.

Website

Hotel Fray Junípero Serra

Sebastián Lerdo de Tejada Pte. 23, Centro, 63000 Tepic, Nay., México

311 212 2525

This hotel is the most traditional one in the city! It's located in the heart of downtown, and it's known for it's restaurant. Around $70.00 USD per night single room for 2.

Website

City Express by Marriott Tepic

Colima 93-Sur, San Antonio, 63159 Tepic, Nay., México

311 171 9001

This is a practical accommodation option for a brief stay. Around $60.00 USD per night single room for 2.

Website

Transportation

Central de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta

Bahía de Sin Nombre No. 363 192, Guadalupe Victoria, 48317 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., México

This is the bus station where you can get a shuttle from Vallarta to Tepic. It has shuttles every hour and cost is around $50.00 USD roundtrip per person or $25.00 USD one-way. We recommend the bus company "Omnibus".

Central de Autobuses Zapopan

Av Vallarta Eje Poniente 377, Rinconada del Bosque, 45019 Zapopan, Jal., México

33 3110 1326

This is the bus station where you can get a shuttle from Guadalajara to Tepic. It has shuttles every hour and cost is around $50.00 USD roundtrip per person or $25.00 USD one-way. We recommend the bus company "Omnibus".

Q&A

WHAT'S THE WEATHER GOING TO BE LIKE?

87.8°F/60.8°F in Tepic (wedding venue) & 89.6°F/71.6°F in Puerto Vallarta (recommended airport)

IS THE TRAVEL PACKAGE THE ONLY WAY TO ATTEND THE WEDDING?

No! If you're feeling adventurous or the travel package doesn't match your plans, we will add hotels, restaurants and important information in the travel section for you to create your own itinerary.

IS MY CARD SUPPORTED IN MEXICO?

Places like hotels, malls, and some restaurants support VISA and MASTERCARD. They usually also support AMEX. (We suggest carrying your physical card since apple pay is not usually supported.)

DO I NEED CASH?

Yes! Even though you might be able to pay with card in some places, you will find that many local stores, street food restaurants, etc. only take cash - especially in Tepic.

WHERE CAN I GET CASH?

The safest option will always be the airport. You will find currency exchange locations inside the airport. (They can't charge your card directly, so you need to exchange with cash.) $1.00 USD is equivalent to approximately $18.00 MX pesos. Another option is to get cash at the airport's ATMs (in Mexico). ATMs will automatically convert the currency and charge a small fee.

WHAT DO PRICES LOOK LIKE?

This may vary depending on where you're spending most of your time. Puerto Vallarta (recommended airport) is a very touristy place where you may find similar prices as in the U.S., but Tepic is a very local town where prices are significantly lower. What does lower mean? Fine-dining restaurants: $30.00 USD per person (food, drink, & tip); Local restaurants: Around $15.00 USD or lower per person (food, drink, & tip); Local transportation (Uber): No more than $8.00 USD per trip all around the city; Hotels: Around $60.00 USD per night for 2.

ARE PEOPLE GOING TO SPEAK ENGLISH?

In Vallarta, most people will speak English since it's a touristic place; however, in Tepic, it's very probable people won't speak English, as it's a local town.

DO I NEED A PASSPORT?

Yes! You need a valid passport. A VISA is NOT required.

WHICH AIRPORT SHOULD I FLY INTO?

Our recommendation is to fly into Puerto Vallarta because it's the nearest international airport to Tepic (2 hours away), and it's a place with a lot of Americans and international tourism (great option if you want to stay a few days and vacation). If you struggle finding flights, a second option would be Guadalajara International Airport (2.5 hours away from Tepic), which also has shuttle options to Tepic. The difference is that Guadalajara is a big city with less tourism and harder to move around, but if your plan is not vacation and just make it to Tepic, this option is great.

WHAT AIRLINE SHOULD I PICK?

Our top recommendations are DELTA, AMERICAN AIRLINES and UNITED AIRLINES for the quality and variety of flights. Those are the ones we have tried but feel free to pick any airline of your preference. We don't recommend Mexican airlines because their english might not be the best, but if you pick a Mexican one, AEROMEXICO is the most trustworthy one.

IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED FROM THE AIRPORT?

Trustworthy taxis will always be available at the airport (expect higher prices). Uber is not allowed inside the airport. Taxis can take you to your hotel, restaurants, or a bus station, but not to Tepic since it's a long distance.

IS THERE ANY SHUTTLE TO TEPIC?

Bus will be your best option. If you're departing from Vallarta, the bus station is "Centra de Autobuses Puerto Vallarta" (2 hours to Tepic). If you are departing from Guadalajara, the bus station is called "Terminal de Autobuses Nuevo Milenio de Zapopan"(2.5 hours to Tepic). Details are provided on the travel section

CAN I DRINK THE WATER?

NO! In Mexico, water from the sink or the shower is not drinkable - only bottled water. You can still brush your teeth in the sink, but never drink the water.

SHOULD I BE CAUTIOUS WITH FOOD?

Just be aware that cuisines and ingredients are different. We recommend that you ask if food/salsas are spicy before ordering/trying it. If you tend to have a sensitive stomach, we suggest avoiding street food altogether, even if it might be the best :(

HOW MUCH SHOULD I TIP IN MEXICO?

In the U.S., we tip for absolutely everything. It's NOT like that in Mexico. In Mexico, there's a standard rate of 10% for tips at restaurants only. When paying with card, you can ask the waiter to add the 10% for the tip, or you can always leave cash. People won't ask you for the tip so don't forget about it! At all-inclusive resorts, you can leave up to $50 pesos for food/drink service. Places you do NOT tip: pick-up services like Starbucks, beauty services (hair cut), Uber (skip tip), taxi, and other transportation services.

DOES UBER WORK IN MEXICO?

Yes! Both Uber eats and Uber for transportation work in Mexico. (No tipping necessary)

WILL MY PHONE WORK IN MEXICO?

Yes! Most American phone companies work in Mexico. If you find that your data is not working (iPhone), go to Settings > Cellular > Cellular Data Options > Roaming On