Auberge Resorts Collection Unveils 'Love Stories,' Locally-Inspired Romantic Wedding Experiences And Rituals

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MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts and residences, today unveiled "Love Stories," a collection of once-in-a-lifetime experiences that celebrate love and create lasting memories rooted in the authentic experiences of some of the world's most sought-after destinations.

Inspired by the character and legacy of each property's distinctive setting, each enchanting experience – from dedicating a vine in the heart of California wine country to a experiencing a traditional pre-wedding Huichol ritual surrounded by the tranquil waters of Baja's Sea of Cortez, or engaging in a private Grecian commitment ceremony overlooking the Aegean Sea – beckons couples to fully immerse themselves in the destination and celebrate their union in a deeply personal way.

"A wedding is a joyous celebration of a couple's love story – an unforgettable occasion to honor the romantic journey to 'I Do,'" said Mike Minchin, Chief Marketing Officer for Auberge Resorts Collection. "We wanted to provide enchanting experiences that would be inspirational and capture the distinctive settings for the wedding couple and their family and friends."

New Auberge Love Stories include:

• Napa Valley – Watch Your Love Grow – Before saying "I Do" at Calistoga Ranch, the romantic and secluded canyon retreat in the heart of California Wine Country, couples can create a living remembrance in the resort's Sotero vineyard by selecting a vine, placing a personalized, wooden tag engraved with their last name(s) and wedding date on their very own branch. The newlyweds receive a corresponding tag around a bottle of wine from the vineyard – their first vintage – and a map of the vineyard marked with location of their vine, a living testament to their special day. As love endures at Calistoga Ranch, couples are invited to celebrate anniversaries with a vineyard picnic by their special spot.
• Los Cabos – A Spiritual Journey – Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, the contemporary and spirited beachfront resort in Los Cabos Mexico invites couples to experience an ethereal pre-wedding spa ritual inspired by ancient Huichol traditions. In this ceremonial practice, the resort's resident Huichol shaman incorporates earth, wind, fire and water to bring balance and harmony to each couple, strengthening the link between love and the spiritual world and the connection between each other. At the center of the ritual is the spa reflexology pool, where the couple will manifest their intentions, dispel negative energy using a copalera – a traditional ceramic vessel used for burning coal and resin – and bless their union. The spiritual journey culminates in a moonlit fire, where a Huichol-inspired beaded lasso in the form of a figure "8," the emblem of infinity, is placed over their shoulders, symbolizing the couple's commitment. The new spouses may retain the lasso as a keepsake of their union and upon return to the resort for their first anniversary can partake in an energy Huichol cleanse.
• Kohala Coast – The Kanani of Mauna Lani – The kanani (beauty) of a Mauna Lani wedding commences with couples receiving a traditional spiritual healing water blessing from the iconic resort's kapuna (elder). The kapuna begins the ceremony with a traditional Hawaiian oli to invite ancestors to join in and bless the nuptials. The oceanfront ceremony will begin with the bride or groom's arrival to Manua Lani by wa`a, (canoe), as done by Hawaiian royalty for generations. During the ceremony, the couple will exchange and entwine maile leis to create a spiritual connection and, following the entwining of the leis, will share their spirit and life forces with each other by honi ihu, or touching nose to nose to exchange their spirits and in doing so, share their true aloha.
• Santorini – Volcanic Vows – At Grace Santorini couples are invited to exchange vows more than 1,000 feet above sea level, surrounded by endless views of the sparkling Aegean Sea. Couples can explore Santorini's powerful energy, natural beauty and dramatic landscapes by walking along the black and white sand beaches, gathering volcanic sand and pebbles from the most sacred spots on the island. Later, they are invited to combine the colored sands during a unity ceremony to express the coming together of two individuals.
• Utah – The Adventure of a Lifetime – Couples with a passion for the outdoors will enjoy The Lodge at Blue Sky's new "Wedding Party Mountain Adventure," designed to bring their wedding parties together for a day of authentic ranch experiences. The day of outdoor excursions takes the group throughout the 3,500 rolling acres surrounded by panoramic views, mountain streams and dramatic peaks, and includes guided hikes, sporting clays, yoga silks, whiskey tasting and foraging. The day ends with a dinner using foraged ingredients and connecting over new memories made.
• Rhode Island – The Sound of Your Love – The Vanderbilt, a historic mansion in the classic coastal town of Newport, is an idyllic backdrop to the sounds of music, poetry, and the arts. Couples exchanging vows at the quintessential New England property will be able to collaborate with a local musician to put their unique love story to a song. On the magical evening of their wedding, the tailor-made song will be played surrounding all with the lyrical sounds of love.
• Aspen – The Nature of Love – Couples are invited to sow the seeds of their love by planting an Aspen tree at Hotel Jerome, a historic landmark resort nestled in the Colorado Rockies. These trees, which grow in colonies that originate from a single seedling and can eventually cover acres of land, represent the union of two individuals and lend great significance to the special day. One-of-a-kind Love Stories are available at all Auberge resorts. To learn more about Love Stories and book, please visit, http://www.aubergeresorts.com/events/weddings/. All offers are based on availability and terms and conditions apply.

About Auberge Resorts Collection
Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each Auberge property possesses a unique individuality, all share a crafted approach to luxury that is expressed through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. Properties in the Auberge Resorts Collection include: Auberge du Soleil, Calistoga Ranch and Solage, Napa Valley; Esperanza and Chileno Bay, Los Cabos, Mexico; Hotel Jerome, Aspen; Malliouhana, Anguilla; Nanuku, Fiji; Madeline Hotel and Element 52, Telluride, Colorado; Hacienda AltaGracia, Costa Rica; the Mayflower Inn & Spa, Washington, Conn.; White Barn Inn & Spa, Kennebunk, Maine; the Vanderbilt Hotel, Newport, R.I.; Grace Santorini and Mykonos, Greece; Auberge Beach Residences and Spa, Fort Lauderdale; The Lodge at Blue Sky, Park City, Utah (opening May 2019); Mauna Lani, Hawaii (opening late 2019); Bishop's Lodge, Santa Fe, New Mexico; Commodore Perry Estate, Austin; Mukul, Guacalito, Nicaragua; and Susurros del Corazon, Punta de Mita, Mexico (opening 2020), with several others in development. For more information about Auberge Resorts Collection, please visit http://www.aubergeresorts.com. Follow Auberge Resorts Collection on Facebook at facebook.com/AubergeResorts and on Twitter and Instagram at @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.

About The Friedkin Group
The Friedkin Group is comprised of a consortium of automotive, hospitality, entertainment, golf and adventure companies. These organizations include: Gulf States Toyota, GSFSGroup, GSM, US AutoLogistics, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Resorts Collection, Imperative Entertainment, 30WEST, NEON, Diamond Creek Golf Club, Congaree and Legendary Adventures. The Friedkin Group is led by Chairman and CEO Dan Friedkin. For more information, visit http://www.friedkin.com.

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