https://irene-davis.com Irene and Davis's Wedding Wed, 31 May 2023 00:24:11 +0000 https://irene-davis.com en https://irene-davis.com/Home Tue, 30 May 2023 23:56:48 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Home <img width="610" height="610" width_o="610" height_o="610" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6dbda49479cc5037c5c8b5a80fac1d5c7665adb6d762fde08b07b43058169b48/jaguar-sun.png" data-mid="184522602" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/610/i/6dbda49479cc5037c5c8b5a80fac1d5c7665adb6d762fde08b07b43058169b48/jaguar-sun.png" /> Saturday, December 9th 2023 https://irene-davis.com/Us Tue, 30 May 2023 23:56:48 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Us About UsThrough the fate of algorithms and the proximity of their respective offices, Irene and Davis met in New York City in December, 2017. Davis, perhaps confusing his dating profile for a professional networking site, managed to woo Irene with photos of his hunching posture and academic credentials. Irene was intrigued. Irene and Davis started to explore their world together. They searched for books, ate yummy foods, and dreamed.Whether in Oaxaca or from a distance, we welcome you. <img width="3024" height="4032" width_o="3024" height_o="4032" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ea8a84f18bd3268be8571ae77509270c367fae2051afd80ef999c764309c01db/IMG_4097.jpg" data-mid="187837714" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ea8a84f18bd3268be8571ae77509270c367fae2051afd80ef999c764309c01db/IMG_4097.jpg" /> <img width="3024" height="4032" width_o="3024" height_o="4032" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/860fda762728c6c45ceba4fa5374a1ddf7a64bc4e5d9d0926a22d8552813ecd6/IMG_4099.jpg" data-mid="187837715" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/860fda762728c6c45ceba4fa5374a1ddf7a64bc4e5d9d0926a22d8552813ecd6/IMG_4099.jpg" /> <img width="3089" height="2048" width_o="3089" height_o="2048" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/8de185904f3150416416c59955559f5d5162e08496d6abd956ef680228531bfc/Us_engagement.jpg" data-mid="187837718" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/8de185904f3150416416c59955559f5d5162e08496d6abd956ef680228531bfc/Us_engagement.jpg" /> https://irene-davis.com/Itinerary Tue, 30 May 2023 23:56:49 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Itinerary Itinerary&nbsp;We advise you stay in Central Oaxaca for a minimum of two nights—Friday, December 8th – Saturday, December 9th—to celebrate with us, but we recommend staying longer to immerse yourself in the beauty and food of Oaxaca. We’ve arranged tours and can recommend activities for you in the days leading up to the wedding. Let us know if you’re interested! December 8th 18:00 – 21:30Welcome Cocktails &amp; Canapes Pitiona AttireCocktail December 9th Wedding Day 14:00 Wedding Ceremony Museo Belber 16:00Calenda 17:00 – 02:00Reception Casa Oaxaca Hotel Attire Formal. Magical Realism December 10th 02:30, OnwardAfter Party https://irene-davis.com/Oaxaca Tue, 30 May 2023 23:56:49 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Oaxaca Oaxaca Oaxaca de Juárez is the capital and largest city in the Mexican state of Oaxaca (wə-HA-kə).The name of the state comes from the Náhuatl (the language of the Aztecs) word Hauxyacac, which means "on the top of the guaje tree." &nbsp; <img width="1200" height="1741" width_o="1200" height_o="1741" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/cbd40949669fee4f1c4603a300e0937898aa80cd86acb55a1c76dcf2290d41f5/Leucaena_leucocephala_Blanco2.400.png" data-mid="180624126" border="0" data-scale="63" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/cbd40949669fee4f1c4603a300e0937898aa80cd86acb55a1c76dcf2290d41f5/Leucaena_leucocephala_Blanco2.400.png" /> Leucaena leucocephala, The Guaje Tree or White Tamarind Zapotec and Mixtec settlements existed in the Oaxacan valley for thousands of years prior to Spanish colonization. As such, the region holds great significance to the indigenous communities of Mexico. Climate Oaxaca’s sub-tropical climate makes for pleasant conditions throughout the year. A rainy season during the summer gives way to mostly dry conditions throughout the remaining months. December is one of the dryest months of the year, with average temperatures of 63o. Expect the temperature to rise during the day to 80o&nbsp;and dropping at night to as low as 50o.&nbsp; https://irene-davis.com/Travel Wed, 31 May 2023 00:24:05 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Travel <img width="2048" height="1437" width_o="2048" height_o="1437" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d7e054204f8b3f5756bdf56c1f883ee07ecb583ca01b7e891caee02e689b2a4c/airport_oaxaca.jpg" data-mid="180607402" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d7e054204f8b3f5756bdf56c1f883ee07ecb583ca01b7e891caee02e689b2a4c/airport_oaxaca.jpg" /> Arrival by Flight To get to Oaxaca, fly into Xoxocotlán International Airport (OAX). There are international direct flights to Oaxaca from Dallas, Houston, and Los Angeles. Most other flight options will have a layover in Mexico City. Please consider that extra time is necessary for customs and passport control in Mexico City. Travel to City Center Taxi services at Xoxocotlán Airport can easily transport you to Centro Historico. Purchase tickets for taxi services (the shuttle bus, or Colectivo, is our go-to) at the kiosk inside the airport before leaving the building. The trip will take ~20 minutes, and rates range between 200 and 300 pesos, or 12 to 18 dollars. Additionally, many hotels offer shuttle services, but may require advance notice.&nbsp; https://irene-davis.com/Accomodations Wed, 31 May 2023 00:24:08 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Accomodations Accomodations Oaxaca offers many types of accomodations. All of the events of our wedding will take place in the city’s center (Centro Histórico). Keep in mind that the central city is very walkable; all of these locations are within blocks of each other. To aid in planning your stay, we have confirmed availability for rooms at several hotels in the area. As an alternative, we would encourage guests to consider booking a short-term home rental, such as through AirBnB.&nbsp; Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions. We are more than happy to check your AirBnB or other hotel for its location.&nbsp; <img width="2854" height="1672" width_o="2854" height_o="1672" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b7648808591278b62d79a3da0b843258f1610e138e651c3fb3cb7c971759ae7f/Screenshot-2023-06-25-at-4.13.51-PM.png" data-mid="183225136" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b7648808591278b62d79a3da0b843258f1610e138e651c3fb3cb7c971759ae7f/Screenshot-2023-06-25-at-4.13.51-PM.png" /> Hotel AzulCalle de Mariano Abasolo 313+52 951 501 0016 Rates from USD 200/night–Hotel Azul is a mid-sized hotel in the central city. The rooms are arranged around two large courtyards, and the hotel’s terrace offers a nice view of the city. <img width="1078" height="630" width_o="1078" height_o="630" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b96d81a3d8c29d90a02e31ebafa14a8be9b1544689f9ce50b583207217c6d43c/grand-fiesta-americana.png" data-mid="182032336" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b96d81a3d8c29d90a02e31ebafa14a8be9b1544689f9ce50b583207217c6d43c/grand-fiesta-americana.png" /> Grand Fiesta Americana 702 Calle de José María Pino Suárez+52 443 310108019 Rates from USD 375/night – Grand Fiesta Americana is a full-service hotel adjacent to one of the largest parks in central Oaxaca. The hotel has a pool, restaurant, and spa on-site, along with other amenities. <img width="1188" height="840" width_o="1188" height_o="840" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/09217f997a5c94d1074ce111c3f9084b308fa8770e92009e015e80b6f63665db/hotel-Pug-Seal-Oaxaca-Zapoteco-1.jpg" data-mid="183225222" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/09217f997a5c94d1074ce111c3f9084b308fa8770e92009e015e80b6f63665db/hotel-Pug-Seal-Oaxaca-Zapoteco-1.jpg" /> Pug Seal OaxacaC. Porfirio Díaz 212 +52 951 672 1907 Rates from USD 350/night – Pug Seal is a small boutique hotel off of a main street in central Oaxaca. Frescos by Rafael Uriegas fill the hotel, and the central reflection pool offers a moment of respite while you enjoy your free gourmet breakfast.&nbsp; <img width="2472" height="1842" width_o="2472" height_o="1842" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/1dcc43c88db25afc52513597bedf3585c8679537f14e56eecd0001b3331d0e9f/Screenshot-2023-06-25-at-4.18.25-PM.png" data-mid="183225323" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/1dcc43c88db25afc52513597bedf3585c8679537f14e56eecd0001b3331d0e9f/Screenshot-2023-06-25-at-4.18.25-PM.png" /> Casa AntonietaMiguel Hidalgo 911+52 951 688 8517 Rates from USD 350/night – Casa Antonieta is a small hotel on the eastern side of central Oaxaca. Adjacent to the San Pablo Cultural Center and Textile Museum, the hotel has a very nice roof terrace and cafe.&nbsp;Casa Antonieta is part of the first buildings in Oaxaca—the Spanish Villa de Antequera, built in mid-1529. These buildings contain the first evidence of human occupation in the area of Oaxaca and served as a parish of the indigenous population that lived in the towns around the city. Escondido OaxacaAvenida José María Morelos #401+ 52 555 282 2199 Rates from USD 350/night –Escondido Oaxaca is a small boutique hotel on the western side of central Oaxaca. It is next to Enoy beautiful common areas on the ground level and a nice pool on top floor. Please note that the hotel is along a bus route and is a bit further from the center than our other hotel options. While it may be loud outside, it will be quiet and tranquil once inside.&nbsp; https://irene-davis.com/Registry Wed, 31 May 2023 00:24:10 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Registry RegistryIf you would like to contribute to our registry, please use the following link: Our Registry https://irene-davis.com/Destinations Wed, 31 May 2023 00:24:11 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Destinations Planned ToursWe have arranged for two private excursions in advance of Saturday’s Ceremony. To sign up and see more information, please click here to be redirected to the dedicated booking site. See the itineraries below. December 7 - Hierve el Agua -- Teotitlán - - Mezcaleria -join the WhatsApp group! December 8 - Monte Albán - join the WhatsApp group! For those looking to choose their own adventure, consider the options below! Within Oaxaca City <img width="630" height="630" width_o="630" height_o="630" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f8902a3b62f561fe31300026a4a2e70e93f885f174311f8737ace984570f8620/best-oaxaca-neighborhoods-header.jpg" data-mid="180605800" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/630/i/f8902a3b62f561fe31300026a4a2e70e93f885f174311f8737ace984570f8620/best-oaxaca-neighborhoods-header.jpg" /> Zocalo Oaxaca’s central square has been a gathering space for the city for over 500 years. It is lively with demonstrations and celebrations at almost any hour.&nbsp;Start out in the main square and bounce around the many famous landmarks nearby.&nbsp; <img width="640" height="640" width_o="640" height_o="640" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/236f02f9b83018863b660ee490ed0280caac4deb99fcdd5bbf81ca031e97e3f0/jardin-etnobotanico_de_oaxaca_header.jpg" data-mid="180605801" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/640/i/236f02f9b83018863b660ee490ed0280caac4deb99fcdd5bbf81ca031e97e3f0/jardin-etnobotanico_de_oaxaca_header.jpg" /> Botanical Gardens Oaxaca’s wealth of flora has been curated and concentrated into the Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca. The gardens occupy a portion of the Dominican convent that includes the Church of Santo Domingo.&nbsp; We encourage you to walk through a collection of almost a thousand plant species in this beautifully laid-out botanical garden, each native to the state from its cold mountains to humid tropics. Guided tours take around an hour and are available in English. A visit to the botanical gardens is easily combined with the cathedral and the culture museum, as they’re all located on the same grounds. VISIT ONLINE <img width="501" height="501" width_o="501" height_o="501" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a4c89e5815037e3e7034eb1c9d172095ff8f102b32dd2c84b331d4f4814f46e7/oaxacamarket.JPG" data-mid="180605803" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/501/i/a4c89e5815037e3e7034eb1c9d172095ff8f102b32dd2c84b331d4f4814f46e7/oaxacamarket.JPG" />Markets Getting lost wandering around the city’s many markets is part of the Oaxacan experience. You will find delicious food as well as plenty of interesting souvenirs. Markets are an integral part of life in Oaxaca, and we encourage you to take a few hours to enjoy the atmosphere. The most well-known market is Mercado Benito Juarez, where you can try Oaxacan classics like mole, pick up some local cheese and mezcal. Mercado 20 de Noviembre, another popular market is right beside and both of the markets are in the center of town. For a real cultural experience, travel about a half hour east of Oaxaca on a Sunday to get to the weekly Tlacolula de Matamoros market. It’s one of the oldest markets in Mesoamerica and one of the largest markets not just in Oaxaca, but this entire region of Mexico. Explorations <img width="630" height="630" width_o="630" height_o="630" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/3b15ea60eacfd66679b39141fed61c706886595a7b452f57b8e3b4421853475c/hierve-el-aqua-social.jpeg" data-mid="180606563" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/630/i/3b15ea60eacfd66679b39141fed61c706886595a7b452f57b8e3b4421853475c/hierve-el-aqua-social.jpeg" /> Hierve el Agua This is the popular petrified waterfall of Oaxaca and one of the most amazing natural wonders in Mexico that you must visit. Hierve El Agua is located 60km (1 hour and 40 minutes car ride) away from the Oaxaca city center. Here you’ll see amazing rock formations that resemble cascading waterfalls. It is one of the best day trips in the area because it’s a perfect place to connect with nature, do a hike and enjoy breathtaking views. There are also natural mineral springs that you can soak in. While the name means “boiling water” in Spanish, the water can actually be a bit cold here. It’s still nice and refreshing to take a dip, especially after hiking around the area for a while. Hierve el Agua can be combined with a trip to Mitla. Tip: Check out Mexico’s most famous tree, the Arbol del Tule on the way out of Oaxaca City on this day trip. <img width="627" height="627" width_o="627" height_o="627" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/84343d5cc5730f44dcf37e37115b6243f96513b42b844484177a8248b857708a/mitla.jpg" data-mid="180606567" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/627/i/84343d5cc5730f44dcf37e37115b6243f96513b42b844484177a8248b857708a/mitla.jpg" /> Mitla Mitla is also said to be the most important site for the Zapotec culture. While Monte Alban was the political centre for the Zapotecs, Mitla was the religious centre. It is located 40 km (50 minutes car ride) from the city center. An interpretation of the past says that Mitla was a “place for rest” or, a place for the dead. Mitla comes from the word “Mictlan” and one of its meanings is “the underworld”. Mitla is a pre-Columbian archeological site that expresses the Mesoamerican belief that death was the most consequential part of life after birth. It was built as a gateway between the world of the living and the world of the dead. <img width="600" height="600" width_o="600" height_o="600" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/07155267b3cdff7cb48d8e77e64d74cb51ad5ec4400337edf7a5463616904b62/montealban.jpg" data-mid="180606857" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/600/i/07155267b3cdff7cb48d8e77e64d74cb51ad5ec4400337edf7a5463616904b62/montealban.jpg" /> Monte Alban Far and away one of the most popular things to do in Oaxaca is taking a day trip out to the ruins at Monte Alban (White Mountain). It is a UNESCO World Heritage List site. Built by the Zapotecs, this is one of the most impressive archaeological sites in all of Latin America. It is less than 10km (30 minutes car ride) away from Oaxaca city. The site is located on a low mountainous range rising above the plain in the central section of the Oaxaca valley. This is a great day trip for history and culture lovers but also nature lovers as the views from the highest points are simply breathtaking. https://irene-davis.com/Questions Tue, 30 May 2023 23:56:49 +0000 Irene and Davis's Wedding https://irene-davis.com/Questions Questions, Answers Is the wedding kid-friendly? To allow all wedding guests a night of relaxation, we respectfully ask that no children attend the Saturday reception. As a childcare option for Saturday evening, our wedding planner regularly coordinates with local nurses. To hire their services, please contact our planner at the following email address: alejandragonzalez@marcelagonzalezg.com How do I get to the wedding events? The central district is designed around 100m2 blocks. For comparison, the distance between blocks in Oaxaca is 1/3 of the distance between avenues in New York City. As such, the entire center is very walkable. The city does have a robust taxi service, distinguishable by their yellow cabs. We recommend that you take a taxi after a long night, especially if you have been sampling the city’s many mezcals. What are Oaxaqueño wedding traditions?Weddings in Oaxaca include three traditional aspects: a ceremony, calenda, and reception. These events string together to form a celebration that lasts from early afternoon and late into the night!&nbsp;A calenda is a celebratory parade through the city streets. This immediately follows the ceremony and will take all of our guests to the reception space. Expect dancing, mezcal, puppets, and more as we wind through the city. Will Korean wedding traditions will be present?&nbsp; No formal paebaek ceremony, but we will be inserting bits!&nbsp;