Renew Your Vows in Mexico, the Caribbean or BelizeTrend Validated by Kirk and Anne Douglas, The Osbournes and Victoria and David BeckhamResponding to the recent trend among couples and Hollywood celebrities, among them Kirk and Anne Douglas, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, soccer star and former Spice Girl, David and Victoria Beckham, resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico and Belize are now offering Vow Renewal Packages. From a beachside ceremony performed in Mayan, to others with the view of the Sea of Cortez or under a swaying palm in the Caribbean sand, couples are going all the way to say “I DO” for a second time.
Located on the white sands of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, the 30 private-villa Ikal del Mar Resort and Spa offers a unique way for couples to renew their vows with “The Good Wish Mayan Ceremony.” It involves several symbols, objects and rituals from the ancient Maya, in an absolute communion with nature. The ceremony is on the beach and it’s performed in Mayan (guests receive a written translation of the speech in English). The bride is given a hand-made Mayan dress to wear for the occasion and the groom a white linen “guayabera” (Yucatan shirt). Cost is $120. For more information, contact 1-888-230-7330 or visit www.ikaldelmar.com.
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According to Susan Breslow Sardone, editor of About.com’s Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways, “Couples who marry young often have a wedding heavily influenced by their parents. In a vow renewal, you can have the ceremony you always wanted. Since you'll be paying for it, this time you're free to do it your way. Whether that means wearing matching Hawaiian shirts on a beach at sunset or reaffirming your love in a local church or synagogue, your vow renewal is an opportunity to imprint the event with your personal taste, creativity, and experience.” 
For couples who seek to renew their vows near the world’s second largest barrier reef, The Inn at Robert’s Grove in Placencia, Belize offers a soft adventure Vow Renewal option that includes day trips to the Mayan Ruins, Monkey River, Cave Swimming and a romantic escape to a private island. The 8-night/9-day Vow Renewal Package includes roundtrip domestic flights between Belize City and Placencia; accommodation in a luxury ocean front deluxe suite; all meals; ceremony officiator; bottle of champagne and wedding cake; bridal bouquet; massage for two, above mentioned day trips; and more. Package price is $2,313 per person through November 30th, 2004 and $2,870 per person January 5 – May 31, 2005. For more information, call 1 800 565-9757, or visit 
With dramatic water features, a chef with Michelin pedigree, an extensive art collection and a sophisticated spa, the Marquis Los Cabos, Beach, Golf, Spa and Casitas Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico offers a Vow Renewal Package that includes: ceremony officiator and coordinator; bridal bouquet; wedding cake; solo guitarist; photographer; luxury accommodations in a Private Pool Casita or Junior Suite with ocean front view; a chilled bottle of champagne; romantic dinner at “Canto del Mar” gourmet restaurant; massage for two and more. Package price starts at $3,005 per person for a 5-day/4-night package through October 10, 2004 and $3,215 per person from October 11 – December 18, 2004. Additional nights are available. For more information, call 1-877-238-9399 or visit 
On Puerto Rico’s “Gold Coast”, The Hyatt Dorado Beach Resort & Country Club is a former Rockefeller resort with four signature 18 hole golf courses and the world-famous river pool. The resort’s “ Vow Renewal Option” package features: a bottle of champagne and a fruit basket in room upon arrival; special room service breakfast delivered one morning; romantic, ocean view candlelight dinner with a bottle of wine; couples’ massage; choice of ceremony location from numerous ocean front options; $25 worth of casino coupons and all gratuities for above food and beverage items. The cost is $340 per couple and requires a three night minimum stay. An optional Reverend is available to officiate for an additional charge. For more information visit the Special Offers /News & Events section at: