THE COMFORTABLE amenities of a family-friendly beach resort combined with the warmth of Mexico make Villa del Arco Beach Resort & Spa ideal for destination weddings. The property fronts El Médano Beach in Cabo San Lucas, with balconies facing El Arco, the natural rock formation that rises from the Sea of Cortez off the very tip of the Baja peninsula.

Most couples exchange vows on the beach against a backdrop of sand, sea and the wind- and wave-carved El Arco. Packages include such essentials as the event coordination, flowers, champagne, wedding cake and special extras like beachside dinner by candlelight.

Newlyweds find themselves at the perfect honeymoon spot after the wedding: between ultraluxurious Villa la Estancia Beach Resort & Spa and activity-rich Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa. Onsite activities range from lounging by the pools or beach to ATV riding, deep-sea fishing, championship golf, horseback riding and ocean sports. The resort’s Desert Spa pampers with hydrotherapy and European-style beauty treatments.

Along with the spa, two restaurants and a pirate-themed swim-up bar, the resort offers a choice of vacation-ownership studios and one- to three-bedroom suites. All come with kitchens, modern Mexican decor, daily housekeeping and 24-hour room service.