Deep in the heart: Be rustic yet refined getting married in Texas Hill Country

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa, near Austin, is promoting multi-day weddings that combine Texas Hill Country scenery with resort activities. The venue has recorded a 10 per cent rise in bookings over three years, reflecting growing demand for weddings designed as shared weekends for family and friends.

The 400-plus-acre resort has spaces for gatherings of different sizes, including a new 6,000-square-foot event barn for up to 275 guests; packages start at $175 per person. Couples can add activities such as horseback riding, golf and children’s programmes, alongside spa treatments and customised menus. Most weddings are booked around 18 months ahead, with spring and autumn the busiest seasons.