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UNA GUÍA TO YOUR AWAY-FROM-HOME QUINCEAÑERA
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¡A Festejar!
Airbnb is the world’s chance to belong
anywhere. You’re turning 15 (most likely)
and now you’ll start trying to find your
place in the world. Why not let Airbnb
help you along, and you can start
belonging anywhere.
4YOUR SPECIAL DAY
Why is a quinceañera
so special?
LYDIA'S PARTY
What Lydia would like to
share about her Airbnb
6Quinceañera experience
8A TEEN'S DREAM
Your chance to live like a
millionare for a weekend
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WHEREVER YOU ARE
More princess-worthy
10locations across the U.S.

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12SEA PARTY
A little escapade to
dine with the sea
UP IN THE WORLD
More fun things to do
14MOVING
now that you're 15
19 PLAN THE DAY
Tips and tricks to make
your quince the best
AS A PRINCESS
Fasion trends for the
21PRETTY
quinceañera dress
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24WHAT'S NEXT?
The quinceañera fun
beyond the party
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The
quinceañera
tradition
A quinceañera is a celebration that supposedly comes from the
Aztecs who held a celebration to prepare each village’s young
women for marriage and their new role in society.
The common thread is the gifts. Originally they were a dowry
or “bridewealth.” Now that concept is expressed in the special
ceremonial gifts and the lavish party.
Today’s celebration
comes from Mexican
history and is a mix of
Spanish and Catholic
traditions that creates
a unique celebration.
Shoes
The changing of shoes is a symbol of
the quinceañera's transition from
girlhood to womanhood.
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Doll
The last doll is the last toy the
quinceañera will recieve from her
parents, as she will now be charged
with the responsabilities of an adult.
Crown
It is traditional for the headpiece worn
by the Quinceanera to be ceremoniously
replaced with the Tiara.
Vals
The father-daughter dance. Here the
father leads the Quinceanera in the first
dance of the evening – usually to a special
song like “De Niña a Mujer”.
Suprise Dance
A choreographed performance by the
Quinceanera and her Court of Honor.

Why does a
quinceañera look so
much like a wedding?
The reason it looks like so is because years
ago, when a girl turned fifteen, she would
prepare to leave home to become a wife
and mother. The wedding would bestow
upon her a new set of responsibilities.
Today’s Latina girls now celebrate their
fifteenth birthday with the idea that
they'll wake up the next morning with a
new set of responsibilities.
The Quince dress itself is meant
to symbolize womanhood.
For the birthday girl, it’s intended to
indicate that she’s ready to leave her
former childish ways - and “little girl”
clothing - and become a woman in an
elegant formal gown.
Originally, the dress was always white to
indicate the girl’s virginity because at the
time, a dress of any other color meant
that a girl had lost her virginity.
Now, Quince dresses
come in a rainbow
of colors, including
dramatic black.
In some families and social
groups, and especially because of
the influence of the Church, light pastel
colors are still strongly encouraged.
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Lydia just celebrated her quince años,
so instead of someone else telling you
what a quinceañera might look like,
let's see what she has to say!
“Did I go a little
overboard? Mmmm,
creo que no. No
hay overboard
when it comes to a
quinceañera!”
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I really went all out for my quince because
I wanted it to be bien chingón. From
my tiara to my shoes, and even the
tablecloths at dinner were even more
extravagant than you would find at most
weddings.
Now, did I go out with a bang or come in
with a bang? Vaya, litterally, I entered with
firecrackers so I came in with a bang, but
I think in terms of una despedida de ser
muchacha, I went out with a bang.
“You only get one
quinceanera, so you
gotta get the best
party out of it!"
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Play is at the heart of this modern mansion at the
end of a cul-de-sac in the Reunion gated resort
community. Living rooms in refined creams and grays lead
to the Camp Morlando kids’ area and a life-size tree with
slides shooting out of its branches.
Let your imagination
take flight here or
at one of Orlando’s
theme parks, close
enough that you can
see the fireworks from
your own deck.
Drawing inspiration from hotels and
arcades, this villa makes a point of
entertaining everyone. The outdoor living
areas feature a pool with a lazy river, an
alfresco kitchen, and a putting green.
While the indoor play spaces boast a
model tree, arcade games, and a
laser maze. There’s even a laser
tag arena where you can hide
behind a cop car.
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“I came here for my quince
celebration for a weekend
with all my tíos and primos,
and it was better than any
other qince I have been to!”
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But the villa’s sense of play doesn’t mean
it sacrifices style. The L-shaped great
room just off the pool terrace has
hardwood floors and a gray-andwhite
color scheme, played up
with metallic accents.
Make your quinceanera a dream come
true, and book your party here! There's
enough room for all your tías and tíos
and primas and primos in the sitting area,
dining area, and the kitchen.
It's the perfect combination
of style and fun, just what
you as a soon-to-be fifteen
year-old might be looking for.
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More
luxurious
stays
El Castillo Hispano
Visit a desert oasis in the middle of the
state that houses the earliest history of
hispanic roots. With room for up to 12
guests, this Airbnb will seat you in Florida's
lap of princess luxury.
Four Story Mansion
A view that overlooks Arizona's gorgeous
hills, a quick stroll to the beach next door,
and four floors full of memory-making
potential will captivate your teen dream to
live the life of a southern celebrity.
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Play at the Playa
Just a little caminata a la playa to spend
the afternoon in the sun, and a full game
room to spend the evening having fun
with all your best friends.
Prueba Su Historia
Not only will you have a blast at this villa
decorated in traditional folk patterns, but
you will have the opportunity to try living
for a day like they did back in the 1920's.
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As You Wish
You can't get any more truely princess
than this mountain situated overlooking
the harbor of Boston! But don't let the
mideval exterior fool you. Inside awaits
two chic bedrooms perfect for 4 people.
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Romantic Villa
Take a step into the past as you cross
the thresfloor into this historical villa. It
doesn't accomodate many people, so this
location is perfect for the more intimate
quinceañera celebrations.
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Birria
Tacos
Beef Birria. Rich and flavorful
this beef birria tastes perfect
served as a stew topped with
onion, cilantro and a squeeze
of lime juice. Or chop up the
meat and fry up some crispy
quesabirria tacos!
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Serves 8
Ingredients
• 7-8 cups hot water
• 4 lbs chuck roast
• 2 lbs short ribs
• 1 large white onion
• 1 garlic bulb
• 1 carrot
• 5 bay leaves
• 8 guajillo chiles
• 3 tbsp chicken boullion
• 1-2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp mexican oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
Quesabirria Tacos
• 14-16 white corn tortillas
• 2 cups quesadilla cheese
1. Combine Ingredients: In large pot add
meat, onion, garlic, carrots, bay leaves and
dried peppers. Cover with water.
2. Add Seasonings: Add chicken
bouillon, oregano, cumin and salt, stir to
combine. Bring to a boil.
3. Skim: After 30 minutes, skim the top
of the pot to remove impurities from the
bone cooking out.
4. Blend Peppers: Remove the peppers
(should be softened) and place in a
blender or food processor. Blend until
smooth, add up to 1/4 cup of broth if
needed to help get a smooth consistency.
5. Strain: Strain the peppers if needed to
remove bits of skin
6. Combine: Add the blended peppers
into the broth and stir to combine.
7. Season: Add in the chili powde
as desired to get a nice deep red
color tothe broth.
8. Simmer: Cover and continue to
simmer for about 3 hours or until meat is
tender and easily shredding on it’s own.
9. Reserve Grease: Skim the grease from
the top of the broth (SAVE THIS!) pour the
grease into a small skillet or saucepan, this
is used for making the tacos if desired.
10. Remove the onion, garlic, carrots,
and bay leaves from the broth. Save it for
an extra flavor on the side.
11. Serving: Remove the meat from
vvvvthe broth and cut into large chunks
for serving. Remove any bones.

Ingredients
• 1 1/2 cups frozen pineapple
• 1/4 cup ice
• 3/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 to 3 tbsp brown sugar
1. Place frozen pineapple chunks and ice
in a blender.
2. Pour pineapple juice and coconut milk
over top. Add brown sugar, if using. Puree
until smooth. Taste to test the sweetness
and add more sugar, if needed.
3. Cocktail ingredients blended to
smooth, beige consistency in blender
4. Pour into glasses.
Serves 3
Virgin
Piña
colada
Enjoy a cool, tropical treat this
summer with these creamy,
refreshing and non-alcoholic
virgin piña coladas that are
perfect for the whole family
to enjoy! It's a sip of paradise
in every glass.
choco
chip
cookies
These are everything a
chocolate chip cookie should
be. Crispy and chewy. Doughy
yet fully baked. Perfectly
buttery and sweet.
Ingredients
• 1 cup salted butter
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup light brown
sugar packed
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 2 large eggs
• 3 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp of
baking powder
• 2 cups of
chocolate chips
Serves 3
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a
baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking
soda, salt, baking powder.
3. Cream together butter and sugars in
mixing bowl until combined.
4. Beat in eggs and vanilla until fluffy.
5. Mix in the dry ingredients.
6. Add 12 oz package of chocolate
chips and mix well.
7. Roll 2-3 TBS (depending on how
large you like your cookies) of dough at
a time into balls and place them evenly
spaced on your prepared cookie sheets.
(alternately, use a small cookie scoop to
make your cookies).
8. Bake in preheated oven for
approximately 8-10 minutes. Take them
out when they are just BARELY starting
to turn brown.
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Home-
Made made
pizza
This homemade pizza recipe
is perfect for parties! Everyone
loves pizza, and your guests
can customize their toppings
to suit their personal tastes.
Serves 2
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Ingredients
• 16 ounce ball of dough
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 8 ounces mozzarella
• 2.5 ounces pepperoni
• 2 tablespoons parmesan
1. Place a pizza stone in the bottom third of your
oven. (a rimmed baking sheet or a pizza pan if you
don't have a stone.)
2. Preheat your oven to 550º F. Let the stone
preheat for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare a work surface with oil or a light
dusting of flour.
4. Roll out the dough using your hands or a rolling
pin.Shape the edges into a thicker crust.
5. Transfer the dough to a square of parchment
paper. Make sure you stretch out the dough so that
it is about 12 inches.
6. Drizzle about a tablespoon of olive oil over
the top of your dough. This layer of oil helps it
cook more evenly.
7. Slide your pizza dough onto your flat baking sheet.
Pull the pizza dough and the parchment paper onto
the hot hot pizza stone or pan. Bake for 1-2 minutes,
until the dough is slightly puffed.
8. Transfer the half-baked dough back onto your
pizza peel. Poke down any large bubbles on your crust.
9. Add 1 cup of pizza sauce and 3 ounces of
thinly sliced mozzarella, topping with 5 ounces
of shredded mozzarella.
10. Add pepperoni and other toppings, sprinkling 2
tablespoons parmesan cheese over your toppings.
11. Bake the pizza for about 8-12 minutes. (See
note if you don't have a pizza stone*) Transfer the
pizza back onto the pizza stone (or pan), without the
parchment paper.
12. Remove your pizza from the oven onto a cooling
rack. Let cool a couple minutes, then transfer to a
cutting board and cut.
Notes: if you do not have a pizza stone, you
should dust whatever you are baking your pizza
on with cornmeal.

Ingredients
• 1 package dried
corn husks
• 6 cups masa
harina
• 2 teaspoons
Kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons
ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon baking
powder
• 6 cups chicken
stock
• 3/4 cup corn oil
• 2–3 cups filling
• 1 cup salsa
Tamales
A favorite for anyone. They
may be a little difficult to make,
but they are definitely worth it!
Enjoy this meal with some fresh
horchata or jamaica.
1. Soak the corn husks. Place the corn
husks in a stockpot and cover completely
with warm water. Soak for 30 minutes.
2. In the bowl, add masa, salt, cumin,
baking powder, and whisk. Add the oil and
mix slowly. Gradually add the stock, and
mix slowly for 10 minutes until fluffy. Cover
with a damp paper towel and refrigerate.
3. Lay the soaked corn husk on
any flat surface.
4. Spread your masa on the corn husk.
Use a spoon or your fingers to spread
it out into a rectangle large enough to
enclose your filling. (keep a little bowl of
water nearby to dip your fingers regularly,
which helps the masa from sticking).
5. Add your filling to the center of the
masa. Just a tablespoon or two will do.
6. Fold the corn husk in half vertically.
Then, very carefully, fold the corn husk
in half so that the masa wraps around
the filling. Wrap the corn husk into a little
burrito. Fold the top end down to enclose.
One end of the tamale will be exposed,
and the other will be folded over.
7. Tie the tamales together.
8. Add water to the bottom of a
stockpot. Fill a steamer basket with your
tamales, and steam until the tamales are
cooked through and the masa separates
easily from the corn husks.
9. Remove from the steamer and serve
immediately. Or refrigerate in a tightlysealed
ziplock bag for up to 3 days, or
freeze for up to 3 months.
Serves 3
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T
ake part in a jaw-dropping
picnic overlooking the dramatic
coastline of Sunset Cliffs.
Sitting along the sea shore on golden
sand, this picnic overlooks the deep blues
and greens of the Pacific Ocean. The
cozy seating, ample shade, and deluxe
meal makes this location fit for any
quinceañera's dream picnic.
An elegant spread awaits
you, with many options
for any pallete.
This location is a hidden gem and we are very excited to share
this slice of paradise with you. We are happy to take photos of
you at the picnic, and to show you further trails and secret beach
access points so you can explore like a local.
From the arrival at
the picnic location
to the end of your
time there, you
can be sure you
will be treated like
the princess you are.
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“I don't normally like
eating outside, but I
thouroghly enjoyed
myself at this picnic”
Once you sit down
upon the plush
seating, you can soak
up the majestic view
of the seaside location,
and the slight taste of
salt in the air.
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Exciting
Activities
to enjoy
Que Hueles Amazing
Join some expert fragrance designers in
creating your very own perfume. From
coffee beans to lavender, you can make
some very unique scents!
A Diamond Ring
This may not be the ring of your dreams,
but it's even more special because you
get to create it!
Pro Photos
No quinceañera is complete without some
gorgeous photos to go with it! Get in
contact with our affiliated photographers
to schedule your quince photos.
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Need an idea on how
to fit it all in?
day Day 1
11:00 am Arrival, unpack, explore, and relax
Baking Beauty
12:00 pm Start getting ready and eat lunch
Warm 2:00 pm cookies Ceremony are always starts welcome, and
somehow 3:00 pm they Ceremony seem to taste endsbetter when
you yourself make them! Plus, you can
sneak 4:00 pm some of Parents the cookie start dough. cooking
5:00 pm The Last Doll, Changing of the Shoes
5:30 pm Dinner time! Brindis
7:00 pm The Vals, suprise dance
8:30 pm Make yourself some aromatic perfume
10:00 pm Movie time!
1:00 am Bed time... if you want
Scarf Painting
There are countless styles to be
discovered all using a scarf. And with a
scarf as unique as this one, you will be
sure to get some compliments!
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Exciting
Activities
to enjoy
Day 2
10:00 am Wake up and eat breakfast ... if you want
Que Hueles Amazing
12:00 pm Head to your princess picnic by the sea
1:30 Join pm some Make expert a diamond fragrance ring designers as you digest in all the good food
2:30 creating pm your Take very a napown perfume. From
coffee beans to lavender, you can make
3:30
some
pm
very
Paint
unique
yourself
scents!
a fancy scarf
5:00 pm Sunset photoshoot
6:30 pm Eat more good food
7:30 pm Bake some warm cookies
8:30 pm Enjoy them
10:00 pm You're exhausted! Get your beauty sleep
A Diamond Ring
This may not be the ring of your dreams,
but it's even more special because you
get to create it!
day Day 3
Pro Photos
10:00 am Wake up, eat breakfast, and pack up
11:00 pm Relax with your No freinds quinceañera is complete without some
12:00 Head out
gorgeous photos to go with it! Get in
contact with our affiliated photographers
to schedule your quince photos.
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Baking Beauty
Warm cookies are always welcome, and
somehow they seem to taste better when
you yourself make them! Plus, you can
sneak some of the cookie dough.
Scarf Painting
There are countless styles to be
discovered all using a scarf. And with a
scarf as unique as this one, you will be
sure to get some compliments!
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