Weddings
On Oct 7th I had the pleasure of escorting the wedding group of Quentin Coe and Cherie Stromsmoe to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico for a 7-day stay at the RIU Palace. Cabo San Lucas is located at the southern most tip of the Baja California Peninsula between the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean. The RIU Palace is a five star all-inclusive resort with six restaurants, 2 large pools, swim up bars, unlimited leisure activities, and nightly entertainment. The RIU Palace is a beautiful place for a wedding with the landmark rock formation “El Arco” in the background. The wedding took place on the beach – the archway was covered in white lace and tiger lilies, the guests sat on white cloth covered chairs in the sand and torches lined the pathway where the flower girl Amber Muenchrath dropped flower petals. Next came her brother Braden Muenchrath and family friend Matthew Holst as ring bearers and finally the beautiful bride Cherie Stromsmoe with her parents Bruce Madsen and Rusty Stromsmoe. The wedding service was performed by a Mexican Justice of the Peace and translated by sister of the bride Shaunna Muenchrath. After the wedding champagne was served on the beach. The wedding group then made their way to the reception being held on the terrace of the Mexican restaurant with a view of “El Arco”. Supper was served as the sun set into the Pacific Ocean. For the next 5 days the family and friends of Quentin & Cherie’s had the opportunity to explore all Cabo San Lucas has to offer. Snorkeling at San Maria Bay, Glass Bottom Boat tour at lover’s beach, a day trip to Todos Santos, a Pirate Ship adventure and great shopping. And of course the nightlife in downtown Cabo – The Giggling Marlin, Squid Row and Cabo Wabo – where some were lucky enough to watch Sammy Haggard perform at his 2006 birthday bash. Could there be a more perfect way to start your life together then with your family and friends on a beautiful beach in a tropical location. Call today to start planning your Dream Wedding.
Article Published: October 26th, 2006
A gazebo on the beach at the Royal Porto Real in Playa del Carmen was the stunning setting for the wedding of Corinne Fischer and Scott Ball on November 15 Thirty four guests had flown from Calgary to join the couple in the celebration of their special day. A guitarist played classical music as the beautiful bride was escorted by her father to join Scott and their guests in the Gazebo to exchange vows. The three bridesmaids were lovely, and the gorgeous shade of their light blue dresses were complimented by the deep blue of the ocean in the background. The gentlemen accompanying Scott, were very handsome and ‘cool’, despite the temperature being well into the 30’s. After the wedding champagne was served to the happy group as photos were taken, and the afternoon was spent enjoying some of the many amenities offered by this 5* resort. Some chose to swim in one of the three pools, while others snorkeled in the warm sea, and a few just relaxed on the beach until it was time for cocktails on the lawn. The sun was setting and a mariachi band was playing Mexican music as the guests enjoyed cocktails and canapés. Soon it was time for the reception and a delicious meal was served followed by lots of fun , as guests were invited to recall incidents they had enjoyed with Corinne or Scott during their ‘growing up years’. For the remainder of the week the guests explored all of the many attractions the hotel and the surrounding area has to offer. Deep sea fishing, was chosen by the groom and some of his friends, others swam with dolphins at Xcaret, and of course some shopped on the famous 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen. This is a perfect way to start your life together, surrounded by your family and friends at an incredibly beautiful location. Call Kaleidoscope Travel & Cruise today and we will start planning your Dream Wedding.
Article Published: December 16th, 2006
A luxury cruise ship surrounded by the sea and the warm ocean breeze is a fun and exciting location for your memorable wedding ceremony. Shipboard weddings allow you to combine your ceremony and reception with a cruise honeymoon, and offer the options of your family and friends joining you on this fabulous vacation. We are your local Destination Wedding Specialist. With packages available in over 100 beautiful ports of call, you can choose a destination perfect for you and your guests. Couples are choosing cruise ship wedding packages over the traditional hometown wedding in greater numbers today than ever before. Cruise weddings allow you to plan a beautiful wedding at a fraction of the cost of a traditional land wedding. Plus, you can leave all the planning to Kaleidoscope Travel & Cruise. You just let us know what you are envisioning for your wedding, and when you arrive for your cruise, the wedding details have been all taken care of! Cruise weddings take place while the ship is in port, and couples can choose to have their wedding onboard the ship, or at a land location. You can be married in a shipboard chapel while the ship is docked in the Port of Miami, on a world-renowned beach in St. Thomas, in a rooftop garden in Italy, or even fly by helicopter to be married on an Alaskan glacier! Let the professionals at Kaleidoscope Travel & Cruise cater to your individual needs and make your wedding day the best day of your life. Call today for your free consultation and speak with one of our trained coordinators. We will provide you with tips to plan your ultimate cruise wedding.
Article Published: July 19th, 2007
On April 20th, 2008 I had the pleasure of accompanying Clint Riggins and Lorilee Jacques along with 45 of their family and friends to the Majestic Colonial Resort in Punta Cana for their beautiful beach wedding. It is located on the shore of one of the most incredible beaches in the world. The Majestic Colonial Resort is a spectacular 5 star all inclusive resort. A perfect place to relax, this hotel features a amazing free-form pool, along with a Jacuzzi, tennis courts and other recreational facilities.Everyone enjoyed the spacious junior suite accommodations, the variety of specialty restaurants and bars, all the water sports and activities, the lively casino and the fabulous entertainment. The wedding took place on the incredible white sand beach surrounded by the clear turquoise ocean. The beautiful bride Lorilee was truly a “Princess bride” in her lovely full length white gown and sparkling tiara. She was escorted across the sand to by her brother Darryl and mother Shirley to the archway covered in white lace where her soon to be husband Clint was waiting. The service was performed by a Justice of the Peace in Spanish and translated into English by the wedding coordinator. After the Wedding ceremony, champagne was served on the beach for the happy couple and their guests. The informal reception was held in the Rodeo Steakhouse – an open air restaurant located near the beach. The rest of the week was spent enjoying all the fun and sun that the Dominican Republic has to offer. Family and friends agreed that this was the perfect way for Clint and Lorilee to start their life together. Call today to start planning your Dream Wedding.
Article Published: February 14th, 2009
A wedding in paradise ….. On May 8th, 2008 Crystal Coleman and Kevin Goulet were married at the Royal Playa Del Carmen Resort. Thirty Eight of their family and friends accompany them to Mexico to share their special day. The beautiful bride was escorted by her father to the gazebo by the ocean to join Kevin to exchange their vows. The bridesmaids were lovely in their deep purple dresses and the groomsmen stayed cool in their white linen shirts, black pants and sandals. After the wedding champagne was served to the happy group as photos were taken on the beach. That evening the guest made their way into the ballroom for the reception and were treated to a fabulous meal. In the ballroom the MC invited the guest to share their stories about Crystal and Kevin’s life and then everyone danced the night away celebrating with the happy couple. What a perfect way to start your life together. The guests soon discovered luxury around every corner, all provided in an atmosphere of casual elegance boasting a perfect beachfront location. The Royal Playa Del Carmen Resort is mere steps from Playa del Carmen’s famed Fifth Avenue with hip night spots, trendy cafes and colorful shops. The rest of the week was spent enjoying the many attractions the area has to offer. Some choose to explore the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba, some visited Xel-Ha – the world’s most spectacular natural aquarium, a nature lover’s paradise and others ventured to Cozumel and spend the day on scooters touring the island. Call Kaleidoscope Travel & Cruise today and we will plan your stress-free Dream Wedding today.
Article Published: February 14th, 2009
On Oct 7th I had the pleasure of escorting the wedding group of Quentin Coe and Cherie Stromsmoe to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico for a 7-day stay at the RIU Palace. Cabo San Lucas is located at the southern most tip of the Baja California Peninsula between the Sea of Cortez and the Pacific Ocean. The RIU Palace is a five star all-inclusive resort with six restaurants, 2 large pools, swim up bars, unlimited leisure activities, and nightly entertainment. The RIU Palace is a beautiful place for a wedding with the landmark rock formation “El Arco” in the background. The wedding took place on the beach – the archway was covered in white lace and tiger lilies, the guests sat on white cloth covered chairs in the sand and torches lined the pathway where the flower girl Amber Muenchrath dropped flower petals. Next came her brother Braden Muenchrath and family friend Matthew Holst as ring bearers and finally the beautiful bride Cherie Stromsmoe with her parents Bruce Madsen and Rusty Stromsmoe. The wedding service was performed by a Mexican Justice of the Peace and translated by sister of the bride Shaunna Muenchrath. After the wedding champagne was served on the beach. The wedding group then made their way to the reception being held on the terrace of the Mexican restaurant with a view of “El Arco”. Supper was served as the sun set into the Pacific Ocean. For the next 5 days the family and friends of Quentin & Cherie’s had the opportunity to explore all Cabo San Lucas has to offer. Snorkeling at San Maria Bay, Glass Bottom Boat tour at lover’s beach, a day trip to Todos Santos, a Pirate Ship adventure and great shopping. And of course the nightlife in downtown Cabo – The Giggling Marlin, Squid Row and Cabo Wabo – where some were lucky enough to watch Sammy Haggard perform at his 2006 birthday bash. Could there be a more perfect way to start your life together then with your family and friends on a beautiful beach in a tropical location. Call today to start planning your Dream Wedding.
