In a heartfelt gesture following the disruption of their wedding plans, a couple from Chicago has announced a unique giveaway of their dream wedding experience in Guadalajara, Mexico. Kaity and Robbie Morris were forced to abandon the carefully laid plans for their ceremony due to safety advisories issued by the United States Department of State, which included shelter-in-place warnings for American tourists at popular locations.
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Originally set for a three-day celebration in Guadalajara, the couple pivoted to plan a last-minute wedding in Chicago when the situation in Mexico became untenable. With the assistance of their local wedding community, they successfully organised a beautiful ceremony within just four days. Reflecting on their experience, the couple expressed their gratitude on social media, noting the overwhelming support they received during a challenging time.
Despite their Chicago wedding being a memorable occasion, Kaity and Robbie felt a sense of loss regarding their original plans in Mexico. In an effort to ensure the celebration in Guadalajara did not go to waste, they came up with a special idea: to give away their entire wedding weekend package to another couple. “Although it won’t be ours, we’d love to give that to another couple,” they said in an Instagram post detailing the giveaway.
The giveaway, a partnership with various reputable wedding vendors in Guadalajara, offers a prize valued at approximately $11,000. This includes a $7,500 credit for Finca by Alofa, a historical hacienda that is ingrained in local heritage, plus discounts on essential wedding services. These include half off wedding planning services, 40% off DJ services, and a photography credit worth 15,000 MXN (roughly $844), as well as 10% off videography services.
In sharing the news, the couple expressed that their venue, Finca by Alofa, is ready for use and eager to play host to a special day for another couple. Their hope is that this giveaway not only brings joy to another couple but also showcases the beauty and potential of celebrating love in Mexico. “It’s a beautiful place with incredible vendors,” Robbie stated, urging others to consider the location for their own weddings despite recent worries.
While the decision to shift their celebration from Mexico to Chicago was born out of necessity, it allowed Kaity’s grandmother to attend the ceremony—something that would not have been possible had they gone ahead with their original plans. Kaity shared her happiness in having her grandmother present, noting that the essence of the day was ultimately about celebrating their love, no matter the location.
The couple later managed to enjoy their honeymoon in Mexico, further reinforcing their desire for others to feel safe and confident while planning events in the area. With the wedding industry in Guadalajara still thriving and eager to make dreams come true, Kaity and Robbie aim to ensure that their story helps bring positivity and encouragement to those considering hosting weddings in that region again.
As the Morris couple prepares for their giveaway, they remain hopeful that it will light up the lives of another pair of hopeful romantics as they navigate their own wedding journey. The Chicago couple’s initiative serves as a reminder that even in the wake of unexpected challenges, community support and shared love can pave the way to something beautiful.