Aquarius offers elegant, affordable wedding packages

Aquarius offers several wedding and reception packages, allowing couples to exchange vows in a beautiful desert setting. Whether celebrating with an intimate ceremony or a lavish reception of up to 1,000 guests, Aquarius will cater to every whim so couples can cherish and remember their special day forever.

Ceremony Packages

For a small wedding with two to five people, Package No. 1 includes the chapel, champagne toast and keepsake toasting glasses for the bride and groom for $150. Package No. 2 accommodates six to 10 people and includes the chapel, small wedding cake with cake top, champagne toast and keepsake glasses for the bride and groom for $275.

For 11 to 25 guests, Package No. 3 includes the chapel, tiered wedding cake with cake top, champagne toast and keepsake glasses for the bride and groom for $375. Package No. 4 is for two to 10 people and includes the chapel and champagne toast with keepsake toasting glasses for the bride and groom, as well as a wedding photo in a complimentary frame for $175.

Couples inviting up to 50 guests can choose the Aquarius "Forever" Ceremony Package, which includes the chapel, champagne toast, keepsake toasting glasses for the bride and groom and a complimentary one-night stay for the couple on the night of the wedding in a luxurious guest room. This package is $199 and advance reservations are recommended.

Reception Packages

Ideal for more intimate gatherings, the Tulip Package can accommodate from 20 to 1,000 guests. Mints, roasted nuts, champagne toast and tiered wedding cake are included for $10.95 per person.

The Rose Package caters to guests ranging from 20 to 1,000 and includes choice of three hot and three cold hors d'oeuvres, a champagne toast and tiered wedding cake for $17.95 per person. The bride and groom also receive keepsake toasting glasses.

Perfect for an unforgettable reception, the Orchid Package treats 20 to 1,000 guests with choice of seven hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, an appetizer, salad, 10-ounce New York steak, chef's choice of potato and vegetable, tiered wedding cake and champagne toast for $39.95 per person. The bride and groom also receive keepsake toasting glasses.

Ceremony and Reception Packages

Aquarius Special No. 1 includes chapel services for 50 guests with a floral arch, twin floral displays, decorative lighting, guest seating, wedding music and two-hour banquet room rental for the reception. At the reception, 25 to 500 guests can enjoy a choice of three hot and four cold hors d'oeuvres, champagne toast and tiered wedding cake with cake topper for $16.95 per person.

Aquarius Special No. 2 runs $18.95 and includes all of Special No. 1 amenities plus a domestic cheese mirror display garnished with fresh fruit and served with crackers and baguettes during the reception.

If the reception attendance is 75 people or more, the bride and groom receive a complimentary meal for two in the Windows on the River Buffet on the day of their choice during their stay at the Aquarius Laughlin.

The Aquarius is the largest 24-hour gaming resort in Laughlin, providing 1,907 newly renovated rooms and suites . For more information, call 800-662-5825 or 298-5111. Information is available online at www.theaquarius.com; check out the special offers and packages section.