Forget about cowboys. These three venues in the Southwest will give you both optimal scenery and accomodations for your wedding away.
By: Steve JermonakSanta Fe, New Mexico
Nestled on the side of the 7,000-foot-high Sangre de Cristo Mountains, artsy Santa Fe is a showcase of centuries-old, historic adobe buildings built low on the red earth. Located just two blocks from the shops on the picturesque plaza and the art galleries that line Canyon Road is La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, A Rock Resort. There you can tie the knot on the manicured lawn surrounded by gardens or around a crackling fireplace in the stylish Montaña Ballroom. You can also opt for an eco wedding, featuring organic regional cuisine, sustainable decor and carbon-friendly transportation. Just make sure to spice up the menu with some of those red chilies for which the city is celebrated! The recently refurbished guest rooms include the spacious Gallery Suites on the second floor, where works by local artists adorn the walls.
Rates: Wedding packages start at $100 per person and include a three-course meal with three wine pours, tax, gratuities and on-site wedding-planning services.
