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Sorry I just saw this post today. Adventura Spa palace was also very nice! The resort pretty spread out, so they have little shuttles that transport people from place to place. That could be a good thing or bad thing depending on what type of feeling you are going for. The wedding gazebo is nice and has good views of the water. It is actually in the Adventura Cove Palace side, so if there are children along they will be able to attend the wedding. They kind of have a man-made beach area, so I guess I would say that is a downfall if you are looking for a true tropical beach feel. The rooms are nice, but a little small compared to the other palace resorts that I visited. The spa area also seemed really relaxing and could hold a ton of people at one time. Hopefully that helped!

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I haven't tried Latisse or Sephora's brand, but I have tried Renew Lash (Amazon.com: RenewLash Eyelash Stimulator: Beauty). It is amazing. During the first week your eyes get a little red and itchy, but then you get used to it. Your eyelashes get thicker, darker and longer. I got mine from a friend who is a cosmetologist, but Amazon also carries it. Personally, I think it was a good investment because it lasts for a long time and then you don't have to worry about fake lashes coming off on your wedding day...not to mention they look good everyday.

Looks great! Love the fun floral print!

The mint matchbooks are sooo cute!

Nice job! Turned out great!

Playacar is a smaller resort...a little over 200 rooms, so they probably can't accommodate a ton of people, but I don't remember hearing a specific amount when I was there. I think their wedding terrace can hold up to 40? I don't quite remember. When I met with the WC there he just asked me how many I was expecting (about 30-40), so I suppose if I would have said 100+, he would have pointed out what spaces were not available.

I recently went down to Mexico and toured some resorts in Cancun & the Riviera Maya. In Cancun I went to Dreams, The Royal, Gran Caribe Real, Beach Palace, Cancun Palace, Sun Palace, Riu Cancun, Riu Palace Las Americas, Le Blanc, ME and Royal Sands. Overall, I preferred the Beach Palace the best because I want something all inclusive, beautiful beach, good food, and clean & comfortable. If you want some feedback on some of the other places, let me know what you are looking for and I can let you know what would be a good fit.

I just toured Beach Palace (as well as many of the other Palace's) when I was down in Mexico last week. Beach Palace was great, I also really liked Playacar Palace. Here are some pros & cons of Beach Palace: Pros: -BEAUTIFUL beach & water; Cancun just re-did their beach so it is double the size it used to be and you can't beat the color of the water in Cancun -Updated rooms and resort with a modern feel: got ruined a couple years back from the hurricane, so they re-did everything -Great food: we tried the lunch buffet and everything we has was excellent, along with their drinks (Playacars was also excellent; I think the Palace resorts take care of their food well) -2 Sky terraces on the top floor of the building; 2 bars, pools and hot tubs. You can also get married on the very top sky terrace -Close to Cancun attractions; walking distance between La Isla Mall and Flamingo Plaza and bus fare is cheap if you want to explore further Cons: -In the heart of Cancun; may not be the feel you are looking for -Beach wedding location isn't totally private if that's what you would like -Doesn't have the "tropical" feel that some of the other resorts have with all the palm trees, palapas, etc. -Rain site for the ceremony and reception is in a ballroom I have pictures if you would like to see any of them.

Looks great, awesome job!

Love it! So cute!

Hi everyone, My name is Carissa Skalisky and I am from Minnesota. My fiance and I are looking to get married in the Riviera Maya, Mexico sometime in February 2012. We haven't chosen a resort or date yet. There are so many resorts to choose from...it's overwhelming! Carissa