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Grown-Up Cabo Lena Katz Just over the border, in Mexico's Baja California Sur, lies the tourist paradise of Los Cabos. It's only an hour and a half from L.A. by plane. It's got golf, world-class sport fishing, gorgeous hotels ... and tons of cheesy bars full of college kids doing tequila shots. Or on the other side of the spectrum, happy families doing the all-inclusive thing with squealing toddlers in tow. Or retirees, living out their golden years in slumberous expatriate bliss. Yet there is a side of Los Cabos that is very much for grown-ups (when we say "grown-ups" here, we mean folks age 20 to 40 without kids). With a party scene to match Vegas and beaches as beautiful as Hawaii’s, this place is fast becoming the favorite quick getaway for, well, grown-ups. Follow this guide to the getaway that’s just right for you … and if a little Spring Break madness finds its way into the mix, you can always blame the tequila. Do your friends describe you as adventurous? Open-minded? Shamelessly exhibitionistic and likely to get arrested for indecent exposure one of these days? Prove ‘em all right and book yourself and your sweetheart into Desire, Cabos’ brand new clothing-optional resort. Combining the best aspects of a nudists’ colony and a luxury all-inclusive hotel, Desire’s raising eyebrows worldwide with its hedonistic to the max policies. Of course, there is a limit: for example, Mexico’s laws prohibit nude sunbathing on the beach, so resort guests do their topless tanning in specially designated areas by the pool. And there’s very little bare elegance in, say, the lobby. Or the restaurants. But certain activities (Sexi Tattoo) are best enjoyed in your birthday suit, while certain areas (No Limits Party) are best avoided if you’ve got any prudish tendencies whatsoever. If, on the other hand, you’re the type to try anything three times (once to find out, twice to make sure, three just to get practice), then you’ve found your spot. Remember, Desire is couples-only – sorry, no solo flying, and definitely no bachelor parties. Get Loud Melia Cabo San Lucas In the centrally located, famously rambunctious Melia Cabo San Lucas, the cranked-up music and the dolled-up partiers are constantly in competition to out-decibel each other. Meanwhile, the ambience is as trendy as it gets: cream-colored futons in place of sun loungers, good-looking tattooed waiters who look like they came from Hollywood Central Casting, DJ booths by the pool and in the bar. The crowd is young, hot and hip – a glossy multicultural pick-a-mix of socialites, young high-flyers and in-the-know vacationers. This place caters to the “Me†generation, and does it well. In fact, in January 2007, it’s changing its name to ME by Melia to reflect that. If you’re a PDA-, pedicure-, guest list- or Grey Goose martini-type – or even if you just like to pretend every once in a while – then ME is all you. Note to those planning bachelorette parties: Splurge on one of the brand new pool-facing Energy Suites, opening in early 2007. Get Fit Las Ventanas A celeb-frequented spa, a world-class gym, a beautiful beachfront location – no wonder Las Ventanas is one of the top wellness retreats in Los Cabos. The hotel really took the concept to the next level with the recent introduction of the Ultimate Fitness Program, though. Basically, it’s fitness boot camp in the most luxurious setting imaginable. First, you set your goals and decide whether you want your program to be mild, moderate or advanced. Then, you undergo a complete fitness evaluation that determines everything from your BMI (body mass index) to your VO2 (oxygen intake). Next, your “spa butler†will come up with an action plan that includes everything from meals to workouts. Then comes the fun part: Every day, you train in Las Ventanas’ state-of-the-art gym under the supervision of all-star trainers (the Pilates instructor is a former Olympian). You dine on your own special spa cuisine menu, rest each night in a stunning spa suite complete with its own massage room, infinity Jacuzzi and infrared sauna. After a week or two, you’ll return home healthier, tanner, and with a customized 5- or 6-week plan that will take you through to the completion of your fitness goals. Get Gorgeous Spa Chakra It’s hard to pick a single go-to spa within Los Cabos, because there are so many great ones. However, in 2007, Spa Chakra in the newly renovated Casa del Mar is at the top of the list. Though allied with French brand Guerlain, Spa Chakra maintains its Mexican flavor in its décor and ambience. Completely rebuilt and opened just in time for Christmas, 2006, the facility is bright, airy and serene. It’s naturally lit through skylights with pale marble floors and tile walls. The focus here is not just on external beauty, but also on physical and emotional wellness. Of course, some treatments – the power facial, or the Terra Cotta Tan – are pretty straightforward. But others, particularly those in the Chakra Health category, get into more holistic territory. Yes, they’ll make you look and feel better in the short term. But ideally, the positive thinking and internal well-being that starts at Spa Chakra should last long after you’ve returned to the real world. Get Busy Marquis Los Cabos Ask yourself this question: Does a week on the beach with a paperback and a pitcher of margaritas sound like heaven or boredom central? If the answer is the latter, then you’re probably one of those wildly productive types who like to actually do something on their vacation. For this, we congratulate you, admit that we’re a bit intimidated by you, and recommend that you betake yourself to the Marquis Los Cabos, where there are a whole slew of themed packages geared toward the educational/cultural tourist. Learn how to paint, shoot landscape photos, go hiking with a local guide, or organize a slumber party for you and your girls. Some packages have more of an action-adventure bent: for example, the It Girl Getaway features a Hummer tour of the desert, complete with a picnic by a waterfall. Others, like the golf and poker package, are all fun and games. Above all, this is a choose-your-own-adventure; pretty much everything is customizable. And when it’s time to relax with a paperback, the beautiful beach and serene pool area beckon.Travel Ideas & Inspiration- Grown-Up Cabo

Evite - Login to your account or register to send free online invitations and promote public events. okay does it work if you guys click on my FI's fake Bach party invite?

there should be a URL for the evite in the editing area? I think, I just tried looking at an old invite, but I don't think I can see it with an old one. Let me try to create a fake one and see if that works.

exactly. save the money since you already sent a STD...I would love to see your evite if you don't mind

I love that they have so many options, I can't stop changing it all.

that is a great website. thanks Kate.

hmm you might want to check with the resort to see if they have indoor areas, but honestly I doubt they have very big areas. Is there a specific reason for that day?

Welcome, Amy is our Dreams PV moderator. I don't think she is getting a WC but she did consider it. I think the coordinator at the resort can be difficult to get in touch with as she is super busy with so many brides, but she does eventually get back to you as I have heard. The deal with the WC is that if you feel like you want someone to do all the outside vendors for you then it might be a good idea, but a lot of brides on this site have managed without. I am sure Amy will give you better info, she will probably check in later tonight or tomorrow.

I think that is for sure the rainy season, I know some people are getting married in October, but living in So Cal that was usually one of the only months I got rain. Not sure if you saw Woo Woo wedding pics, but it rained on her wedding day and her pics still turned out beautiful. some people say its good luck to have rain on your wedding day.

I did not indicate guest, I will only do that for the official invite, but people can always call you if they are wondering I guess.

I found this site Listen to Wedding Music. Wedding Song Samples. Wedding Day Music-All Parts of Ceremony and will probably download the sheet music for my grandma to play at my wedding, but I love that you can buy CD's or just download it since so many of you are thinking of using your ipods...but with the sheet music if you hire someone and want a specific song its nice to make sure they get the right thing.

Anny, can your resort & budget handle all of that. I know your FI and you have been saving. Anyway to just invite them to one part or the other? I guess that would be weird. You better get a great rate on your room for bringing the hotel so much business. We are at 225 or something like that now.

well you are officially asking people to save your wedding date so they don't make plans, but with a DW most people are hoping that their guests will start planning the trip. I know Leigh sent hers out when she found out there was going to be a special sale on her resort so her guests had a chance to book early. With a STD you are not giving a whole lot of specifics other than the date. As far as who is invited, you would actually only put that on the envelope.

I did not do that on the STD's but I agree with Jilly, you wouldn't want people to think they had to travel alone.

welcome, let us know how we can help in anyway.

welcome to the forum. I am from Sparks, NV orginally and lived in Vegas for a year teaching in CCSD. If you have any questions about Tahoe let me know. How exciting, my sister is actually getting married in Tahoe in April. Glad to have a fellow Nevadan on the forum

welcome Sharon. what type of place are you looking for...this will help you narrow your choices. All Inclusive? Children allowed? Does it matter if its on a weekend day or weekday?

Welcome to the forum, let us know if you have any questions.

welcome-glad to have you here.

I think it will be really exciting to not see each other for the entire day of the wedding. We will say goodnight after our rehearsal dinner and knowing my FI he will call me before he actually goes to sleep. I am actually going to CA for almost a month before the wedding and won't see him until about a week before the wedding, so there will be a lot of excitement in seeing other and getting married.

I am glad that worked. I use it all the time, it great.

apparently I have been somewhere else, I had no idea you were doing their wedding Jill. They look so cute and I love the pics. Great job. Can't wait for some wedding pics.

Miki, I think this would be something to do for a wedding that has limited space. I would say to be careful about not sending out invites to certain people, what if they find out. My family would for sure.

Melissa, that stinks so much. I honestly would talk to her and make sure she is okay and if she is uncomfortable or if something is going on with her. Otherwise, too bad for her to be missing out on such a great time

sara you could send an e-vite, they have some wedding themed evites. Invitations, Free eCards and Party Planning Ideas from Evite