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  Why Puerto Peñasco Is the Southwest’s Hidden Gem for Destination Weddings Why Puerto Penasco, Mexico, Is Perfect for Your Destination Wedding from the Southwest US Proximity and Accessibility Located just a 4–5 hour drive from Phoenix and Tucson, Puerto Penasco, also known as Rocky Point, is an easy getaway for couples and guests from the Southwest US. Its proximity makes it a convenient choice for a destination wedding, with major airports like Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport providing additional access for those flying in. Stunning Venues Puerto Penasco offers beautiful beachfront settings, ideal for romantic ceremonies. Popular venues include: Las Palomas Beach & Golf Resort : Offers packages for 80+ guests with beach, garden, or terrace options, including catering and DJ services. Vidanta Puerto Penasco : Features outdoor venues like Playa Balché (up to 200 guests) with expert planning and catering by top Mexican chefs. The Sandcastle : An Airbnb for inti...

Driving from El Paso to Rocky Point: A Desert-to-Sea Adventure

Driving from El Paso to Rocky Point: A Desert-to-Sea Adventure Picture this: you’re in El Paso, Texas , where the sun burns hot and the Franklin Mountains cast long shadows over a city buzzing with borderland energy. You’re craving the ocean—the crash of waves, the salty breeze, a beach where the desert’s grip finally loosens. For El Pasoans, Puerto Peñasco (Rocky Point), Mexico , is the closest slice of seaside paradise, a mere 537 miles away. Sure, you could drive to Galveston, Texas , but that’s a whopping 770 miles—a much longer haul. Buckle up, and let’s take you on a vivid road trip from El Paso to Rocky Point, painting the journey so you can feel the road beneath your tires and the anticipation of the sea ahead. The Journey Begins: I-10 West, the Desert’s Open Road Your adventure starts as you merge onto I-10 West from downtown El Paso, the city’s vibrant sprawl fading in your rearview. This highway is the Southwest’s lifeline, a wide, smooth ribbon of asphalt that travelers de...