Friday, May 25, 2012

Our 30 Year Anniversary at The One & Only Palmilla

Thirty years ago, on Memorial Day weekend, we got married!
At the time, we had Monday off and could take a little honeymoon to the Oregon Coast.  
It wasn't much of a honeymoon--we were back to work on Tuesday!

Funny thing, we thought we were being smart by getting married on a three day weekend, but in reality we never were able to get away for our anniversary.  
There was always something.  School year ending, graduations, not to mention a baby born the same time.  So we just treated ourselves to nice dinners out on our anniversary.

Well, not this year!  We are going to Cabo!

29 years of anniversary dinners equals 4 nights at the One and Only Palmilla with my "one and only!"

Located at the tip of the Baja Peninsula, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, Palmilla is paradise on earth!  

This resort was originally built in 1956 by the son of the President of Mexico.  It was only accessible for many years by either boat or private plane, and celebrities like John Wayne, Lucille Ball and Bing Crosby used to come here.  Palmilla later became popular in 1970 when the Transpeninsular Highway was completed.  

A major remodel in 2004 preserved the flavor of the original resort and became the One and Only Palmilla.
It is where we will be celebrating 30 years of marriage with a second honeymoon!

 This is actually our second time at Palmilla.  We were here five years ago with another couple for a few days.  I remember how special it was and how we cried when we left!


It isn't easy to leave this place!  It's funny, I remember how they sent us off with a packed lunch and an elaborate farewell!  I imagine I'll cry again when it's time to leave....

...In the meantime, this is where you'll find me for the next few days!

Somebody pinch me please!

Adios!


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40 comments:

Kelley said...

Hi Delores! Happy Anniversary! I love Palmilla too...one of the best spots in Cabo for sure.

Enjoy those margaritas

xx kelley

Anonymous said...

Oh it's my anniversary too, but 40 years for us! Hasn't the time flown? Happy anniversary! Looks like the perfect spot.

Cindy Jorgensen

Pinky at Designs by Pinky said...

Happy, HAPPY Anniversary!!!!! Pamilla DOES look like paradise on earth. I will have to put it on my bucket list. Have a FABULOUS second honeymoon. XO, Pinky

Mary Ann Pickett said...

Gorgeous place! We stayed their once with our two children and our Boston Terrier (who was treated ilk a king). Enjoy!

xinex said...

Happy Anniversary! I am sure you will enjoy that marvelous place! Have fun!

xinex said...

Happy Anniversary! I am sure you will enjoy that marvelous place! Have fun!

Rhonda said...

Happy Anniversary! Enjoy your time in that beautiful, romantic spot!

Anonymous said...

Happy Anniversary, Delores! You and your hubby were so darling! You are just beautiful and I wish for you much happiness! :)
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Lori E said...

Oh my that is such a gorgeous place. Paradise for sure.
I can't wait to hear and see all about your 30 year "honeymoon".
Congratulations on your milestone.

Karena said...

Delores Happy Anniversary!! I have not been, however this looks like heaven on earth!! Enjoy!

xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

Oh Delores, I am so excited for you! Happy Anniversary, and have a wonderful trip. Gorgeous pictures. laurie

Victoria said...

It looks so beautiful, Delores. Have the best time with your best guy.
XO Victoria

Marlis said...

Amazing.. Happy Anniversary!! I wish you safe travels, a wonderful time and many more years with your MR. Perfect.. Have a blessed weekend.. xo marlis

Pura Vida said...

OH!...oh my goodness...I have chills and tears thinking how wonderful. How wonderful marriage can be, how wonderful for it to last and last and how wonderful the times we reward ourselves. I am so beyond thrilled for you and oh that place you will go! YAY YOUR TEAM!

La Dolfina said...

OMG Dolores, how wonderful!!
Enjoy every minute!
Chris and I will be married 30 years too on June 19th!!
Continued blessings to the 2 of you!!
xo

Pat@Life At Lydias House said...

Happy anniversary! In the day of so many disposable marriages it is refreshing to see one that perseveres!I know that you will have a wonderful time!

AlwaysMe said...

Congratulations on your 30th anniversary!! Best wishes for a wonderful getaway together!

home before dark said...

Happy anniversary and whatever you two have been doing for 30 years keep it up. You two have gotten much better looking. Younger. Seriously!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Oh Happy Anniversary and have a super second honeymoon. That resort looks amazing. Hugs, Marty

Cheri said...

A Very Happy 30th Anniversary...we will be celebrating 34 years in October and this place looks fabulous.

Sarah said...

Oh, your getaway sounds like a perfect second honeymoon. Your photos say it all! Have a grand time and Happy Anniversary! ~ Sarah

Anonymous said...

Nice. Nice. Nice! Happy Anniversary & Congratulations on 30 years together!!! =)

Diane said...

Congrats my friend on your 30 year anniversary, doesn't time fly on a heart beat! Love your wedding dress, classic style. Diane

Phacts said...

Congrats! What a honeymoon!

A Toile Tale said...

Ah, yes....I love that place. Do NOT miss the hot stone massage. Best wishes and safe travel.
Linda @ A Toile Tale

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

Happy Anniversary Delores, have a wonderful getaway!!

FABBY'S LIVING said...

Happy Anniversary honey. May you have a wonderful day and many, many more years together.
Hugs,
FABBY

Leslie Harris said...

Love your wedding photo... and congratulations! We got married on July 2nd and I totally agree, the holiday weekends have been hard for us to get away too. Have a wonderful time!
Leslie Harris

Wyatt said...

Congrats to you both...what a cute couple! 30 years, you deserve a wonderful get-a-way!

Wyatt's Mom

Agni said...

Happy Anniversary! I Love your wedding photo.

Babs said...

Happy Anniversary! 40 years? You must have been a child bride! :) Love your wedding photo.
Congratulations to your both and enjoy your second honeymoon at that gorgeous resort.

Anonymous said...

Happy Anniversary! Have a good trip. It looks heavenly.

Renae Moore said...

Wow! What a treat and I would say you have earned it. Have a fab time!

Connys Cottage said...

Hello,

wat al amazing plaice.
Woooow

greatings send you Conny from the Nederlands

Scribbler said...

Congratulations! This looks like a fabulous place for a second honeymoon -- I think I might have to put it on my list. I enjoyed catching up with your blog today, and your kitchen looks fantastic.

Bonnie said...

I love the picture of the two of you! Do you still have your dress? It is beautiful and I know you could fit in it. what a gorgeous bouquet of orchids. I am sentimental!

Glad you are having a second honeymoon.

vignette design said...

Yes, Bonnie I still have the dress, but can no way fit into it! I was 104 lbs. 30 years ago! My father-in-law made my bouquet of orchids and I carried my husband's grandmother's handkerchief. I am sentimental too!
~Delores

The Tablescaper said...

No pinching. Just enjoy.

- The Tablescaper

the girl is craftee said...

I'm way behind here in my blog reading Delores! Happy belated anniversary! My husband and I are about to celebrate our 11yr anniversary! Woohoo!

Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR said...

Delores, I was just reading some of your old posts and came across this one. Our anniversary is May 26th. We thought we were being smart, too, having our wedding over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, so that our out-of-town guests would not be rushed...LOL!

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