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Ileanna Valdez Cota

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Matthew Ritze

Ileanna Valdez Cota

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Matthew Ritze

October 22, 2023

Los Barriles, B.C.S.

The Love Story of a Sinaloan Queen and a Gringo.

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INTERNATIONAL SOULMATES... The love story of a Sinaloan Queen, being swept off her feet by Mateo... He was a commander who browsing the dating apps found a Sinaloan amazon on the Rosarito beaches, whom he captivated with the warmth of his person, undoubtedly a master of sharp intelligence who with his mischievous smile and those wonderful blue eyes conquered the love of his Queen. Two soul mates that the universe conspired to bring together.. ALMAS GEMELAS INTERNACIONALES... La historia de amor de una reina sinaloense que es conquistada por Mateo... Un comandante que navegando por las apps de citas encontró en las playas de Rosarito a una amazona sinaloense, a la que este gran Maestro cautivó con su calidez, aguda inteligencia, una sonrisa pícara y maravillosos ojos azules conquistó el amor de su Reina Dos almas gemelas que el universo conspiró para unir...

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Daily Wedding Fiesta Schedule / Programa

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Here is what to expect during our wedding Fiesta week. We are looking forward to celebrating with you and dancing the night away. Esto es lo que pueden esperar durante nuestra semana previa a la celebración de la boda. Estamos deseando celebrar con ustedes y bailar toda la noche

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Welcome Event Taco Tuesday @ Smokey's / Bienvenida Martes de Tacos @ Smokey's

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Taco Tuesday @ Smokey's Welcome Celebration / Fiesta de Bienvenida en Martes de Tacos
C. 20 Noviembre 97, Los Barriles, Mexico

Casual Dinner attire

Taco Tuesday @ Smokey's. At this point everyone should be multitasking on their favorite Mexican dish and either a hand crafted Margarita or Paloma to aid in washing down those fine ingredients but more importantly to find our second wind. Address: Calle 20 Noviembre 23330 Los Barriles, Baja California Sur Mexico Martes de tacos en Los Barriles. Beberemos Margaritas y disfrutaremos de unos buenos tacos el primer día para los que lleguen temprano. La ubicación se determinará en breve. Espacio para elegir.

Use address link below to book hotel near location. Use link de abajo y reserve el hotel mas cercano

6:00 pm

Central Address to use for booking. Copy and paste in your web browser. 23.6869584,-109.6954987
Los Barriles, Mexico

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Explore Los Barriles / Conoce los Barriles

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Whole Town of Los Barriles / El Pueblo de Los Barriles
Mexico

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g1544261-Activities-Los_Barriles_Baja_California.html

Lounge around the hotel or go exploring. Los Barriles offers us plenty of excursions. You can rent an off road car or side by side and travel along the beach or up one of the many arroyo's to one of the hidden water falls. You can relax on the beach or go kite or wind surfing. Snorkling, Shell collecting, Fishing, Hiking or just exploring around town, there is plenty to do in Los Barriles. Rental information coming soon. Tiempo para relajarse en el hotel o salir a explorar, Los Barriles ofrece infinidad de excursiones, pueden alquilar un automóvil o un jeep todoterreno, viajar a lo largo de la playa, por que no, subir uno de los muchos arroyos hasta una de las cascadas escondidas. También puedes relajarte en la playa o practicar kitesurf o windsurf, bucear, recolectar conchas, pescar, caminar o simplemente explorar la ciudad, hay mucho que hacer en Los Barriles. Información de alquiler próximamente.

Dinner @ Beans and Rice Restaurant / Cena en Restaurant Beans Y Rice

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Casual dress

Beans and Rice Restaurant, is located about a mile from Palmas de Cortez Hotel. Restaurant Beans and Rice esta ubicado cerca del Hotel Palmas Cortez, aprox una milla https://www.facebook.com/beansandricebarriles/ Family style fresh caught local Mahi Mahi fish will be served in a few different styles. Servido al estilo familiar con la pesca de Mahi Mahi del dia, preparado en estilos diferentes. Address: Costa Brava 21, 23330 Los Barriles, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Fishing Trip / Paseo de Pesca

6:00 am - 3:00 pm

Palmas de Cortez
Mexico

Anyone who is interested in fishing, please send me (Matt) a private message @ 1-714-809-4750. Either text, messenger, or Whatsapp. By Tuesday 10/17 I need 100% confirmation. The fishing boats are making us pay a deposit before we go fishing.

Dinner @ Blue Marlin Restaurant & Fire Fiesta. Cena en Restaurant Marlin Azul y fiesta c/fogata

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Los Barriles Beach
Mexico

This is your Mexican Fiesta en la Playa and fire pit. Fiesta y fogata a la orilla de la playa

Dress is beach casual. Blue Marlin Restaurant is located at the Hotel Palmas de Cortez. After dinner we are hosting a fire pit social for everyone. Plenty of seating around the fire pit. It has been very warm at night mid 70's. Viste cómodo para la playa, despues de la cena seremos anfitriones de un fogata en las instalaciones del hotel, hay espacios suficientes para todos alrededor del fogatero, sugerimos traer ropa para abrigarse al caer la noche. el clima ha sido agradable durante la noche

Friday, October 20, 2023

Open Day / Dia libre

7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Mexico

No plans... Enjoy the beautiful tropical paradise that Los Barriles is famous for. The Transparent Blue Ocean water will be around 80 degrees and offers all the sea life as Hawaii. From Sea Turtles to Whale Sharks you will be amazed at the sea life while in Los Barriles. Please review the "Things to do" page for ideas if you choose not to lounge by your hotels pool. Sin planes... Disfruten del hermoso paraíso tropical por el que Los Barriles es famoso, el agua azul del océano estará alrededor de 27 grados, ofrece toda la vida marina como Hawái, desde Tortugas Marinas hasta Tiburones Ballena se sorprenderán de la vida marina. Sugerimos revisar la página "Cosas que hacer" para mas ideas si deciden no descansar en la piscina de su hotel.

Weather and Safety

Fri, Oct 20, 2023, 9:00 am - Mon, Oct 23, 2023, 9:00 am

With hurricane Norma in the forecast, headed our way over the next couple of days, please stock up on basic supplies like water, snacks, and food. Other items might be flashlights and snorkels.

Sunday, October 22, 2023

Sunday Football at Smokey’s if they’re open!

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Beach Restaurant / Restaurante en la Playa
Mexico

The morning after requires our full attention to completing such a magical experience with Friends and Family. Why not turn Sunday into Sunday Funday Los Barriles style? Flutes of Champagne, Mimosas or Bloody Mary's while enjoying a savory meal sum this event up. Location to be determined. Drinks & Food for purchase. La mañana siguiente requiere toda nuestra atención para completar una experiencia tan mágica con nuestros amigos y familia. ¿Por qué no convertir el domingo en un Sunday Funday al estilo de Los Barriles? Copas de Champagne, Mimosas o Bloody Mary's mientras se disfruta de una sabrosa comida resumen este maravilloso evento. Lugar por determinar. Bebidas y comida a la venta.

Beach Wedding Ceremony at Hotel Palmas de Cortez/ Ceremonia de Boda en la Playa

4:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Please dress in dress shorts or slacks, dresses, and flip flops...Vistase apropiadamente para una boda en la playa de arena.

The ceremony commences at 4 pm on the beach directly in front of the Hotel Palmas de Cortez with the reception in the dinning area in front of Hotel Palmas de Cortez to follow immediately. Please arrive at 3:30. Llegue a las 3:30pm para la ceremonia que comienza a las 4pm en la playa directamente frente al hotel Palmas de Cortez. La recepcion sequira inmediatamente despues en el comedor de Palmas de Cortez.

Wedding Reception.

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Mexico

Wedding attire.

Let the fiesta begin. Our reception is located on the same property as the beach ceremony. Hotel Palmas de Cortez Ocean View Room. Live music, dancing, open bar, and dinner. The venue will be inside and Ocean front. Que empiece la fiesta, música, baile, barra libre y cena, será en espacio al aire libre y bajo las estrellas.

Travel-Los Barriles, BCS Mexico

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Airports: Approximately 1 hour drive from SJD San Jose Del Cabo Airport Shuttles and Rental Cars are located at both airports. We have a limited amount of rooms available for Palmas de Cortez and Playa del Sol Hotels. Please look online for Airbnb or Bookings.com and other hotels in the Los Barriles area. If you have any questions, please send me a PM or DM. We would love to help make our wedding experience one to remember. Aeropuertos: Aproximadamente 1 hora en coche desde SJD San José Del Cabo. Hay servicio de transporte al aeropuerto y alquiler de coches en ambos aeropuertos. Tenemos una cantidad limitada de habitaciones disponibles en los Hoteles Playa del Sol y Palmas de Cortez Por favor, busque en línea para Airbnb o Bookings.com para otras opciones de hoteles en la zona de Los Barriles. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, por favor envíenos un PM o DM. Nos encantaría ayudarles a hacer de nuestra boda una celebración memorable

Flight

Alaska Airlines

Make sure to fly into (SJD) San Jose Del Cabo or (LAP) Manuel Marquez de Leon in La Paz. Either way you're about one hour drive from the airport. Shuttles are available at both airports. They offer direct flights.

Flight

Southwest Airlines

Direct flights out of Orange County.

Hotel

Hotel Palmas De Cortez

Calle 20 Noviembre, Los Barriles, B.C.S. 23330, Mexico
 

We are hoping to have rooms blocked off, since the site says they are full this weekend. Esperamos tener habitaciones bloqueadas, ya que el sitio dice que están llenas ese fin de semana.

Discount Code - Coming Soon proximamente

Hotel

Hotel Playa Del Sol

Los Barriles, B.C.S. 23330, Mexico
 

We are working on blocking off rooms for our event. Updates to follow. Estamos trabajando en el bloqueo de habitaciones para nuestro evento. Actualizaciones a seguir.

House Or Rental

Vacation Home Rentals / Alquiler de casas vacacionales

Los Barriles, Baja Sur, Mexico
 

Here is a link showing rentals in the area. https://www.airbnb.com/s/Los-Barriles--Baja-California-Sur--Baja-California-Sur--Mexico/homes?tab_id=home_tab&refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&price_filter_input_type=0&price_filter_num_nights=5&channel=EXPLORE&query=Los%20Barriles%2C%20Baja%20California%20Sur%2C%20Baja%20California%20Sur%2C%20Mexico&place_id=ChIJWXWw0aV4r4YRV-XZKbhmTkQ&date_picker_type=calendar&checkin=2023-10-17&checkout=2023-10-22&source=structured_search_input_header&search_type=autocomplete_click Aquí hay un enlace que muestra los alquileres en la zona. https://www.airbnb.com/s/Los-Barriles--Baja-California-Sur--Baja-California-Sur--Mexico/homes?tab_id=home_tab&refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&price_filter_input_type=0&price_filter_num_nights=5&channel=EXPLORE&query=Los%20Barriles%2C%20Baja%20California%20Sur%2C%20Baja%20California%20Sur%2C%20Mexico&place_id=ChIJWXWw0aV4r4YRV-XZKbhmTkQ&date_picker_type=calendar&checkin=2023-10-17&checkout=2023-10-22&source=structured_search_input_header&search_type=autocomplete_click

Hotel

Expedia Travel Site

Los Barriles, B.C.S., Mexico
 

This site offers hotels, flights and much more. Este sitio ofrece hoteles, vuelos y mucho más.

Rental Car

Quadgirl Rentals for ATV's, side by sides, and UTV's..

Mention to Francisco that you're renting with the "Ritze Wedding" for this discount. They can drop the rental off at your hotel. You can rent for any time period. 5-Days Rental October 17-22 6 seater ........................ $ 1,100usd 4 seater Pioneer ........... $ 960usd (each) 2 seater Pioneer ............ $ 720usd (each) 4-Days Rental October 18-22 6 seater ......................... $ 1,000usd 4 seater Pioneer ............ $ 800usd (each) 2 seater Pioneer ............ $ 650usd (each) QUADGIRL S DE RL DE CV Email: info@quadgirlinc.com Website: https://www.quadgirlinc.com 888-782-3748 Toll Free 624-154-7661 Palapa

Registry

Ileanna's first sled ride...

"True Love"...
Cava de amor
Oktoberfest
Our Family
My Panda
Ho HO Ho
Christmas Los Barriles
Champions

Things To Do / Cosas por Hacer

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Los Barriles ("The Barrels") is a paradise for every type of vacationer. Los Barriles, Mexico is quickly becoming a favorite destination away from the crowds of Cabo. I have outlined the top 10 things to do in or near Los Barriles. If you are interested in water sports you have snorkeling, paddle boarding, scuba diving, kayak, fishing, whale watching. Land excursions include hiking, off road (ATV), horse back riding, pickle ball, painting, language lessons, Tantric classes, etc... Los Barriles es un paraíso para todo tipo de vacacionista, se está convirtiendo rápidamente en un destino favorito lejos de las multitudes de Cabo. Describimos las 10 mejores cosas que hacer en o cerca de Los Barriles, si se interesan en los deportes acuáticos tiene snorkeling, paddle boarding, buceo, kayak, pesca, observación de ballenas. Excursiones por tierra incluyen senderismo, todoterreno (ATV), paseos a caballo, pickle ball, pintura, clases de idiomas, clases tántricas, etc ...
https://quadgirlinc.com/quad-rental-rates-los-barriles/

https://quadgirlinc.com/quad-rental-rates-los-barriles/

Mexico

This is where you rent side by sides or quads. Quadgirl is located just a short 5 minute walk from Hotel Palmas de Cortez. 5-Days Rental October 17-22 1-6 seater ........................ $ 1,100usd 3-4 seater Pioneer ........... $ 960usd (each) 2-2 seater Pioneer ............ $ 720usd (each) 4-Days Rental October 18-22 1-6seater ......................... $ 1,000usd 3-4 seater Pioneer ............ $ 800usd (each) 2-2 seater Pioneer ............ $ 650usd (each) Email: info@quadgirlinc.com Website: https://www.quadgirlinc.com 888-782-3748 Toll Free 624-154-7661 Palapa

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