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After 10 years in the making, the incredible Hotel Xcaret Mexico recently opened its doors offering visitors luxury accommodations along with the ultimate all-inclusive and all-fun inclusive vacation experience. The five-star all-inclusive resort, which opened on Dec. 1, is located just 45 minutes away from the Cancun airport. The hotel is divided into five sections -- two of them designated as adults-only areas -- and boasts 900 all-suite rooms that deliver breathtaking views of the rivers, ocean, jungle, garden or the resort's relaxing infinity swimming pools. Nestled between the lush greenery of the Riviera Maya jungle and the warm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Hotel Xcaret showcases 10 pools, 11 restaurants (only one eatery is excluded from the all-inclusive package) and eight bars. Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service are also included in your stay. Families can also explore the hotel's kids club and teens club -- wonderful spaces to keep children and teens busy with fun-filled activities all day long. As visitors wander through the property, they can explore and enjoy white sand beaches and rainforest trails. Kayaking, paddleboats and snorkeling can also be done on site as the property is surrounded by water with natural coves, caves, rivers, cenotes. The resort is also equipped with a spa & wellness center, tennis and paddle courts and three gyms, including a functional training circuit in a beautiful nature setting. The All-Fun Inclusive Program But what makes this new luxury resort truly unique is its All-Fun Inclusive program, which gives guests the traditional all-inclusive concept in addition to unlimited access to the area's world renowned adventure parks: Xcaret, Xel-Ha, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, Xoximilco and Xenses, as well as deluxe Tours to Xenotes and Xichen, with round-trip transportation included. It is the Perfect Place for a Destination Wedding Redefining the ultimate vacation experience, Hotel Xcaret is truly the idyllic place to host events and weddings for couples who want to give their guests a one-of-kind vacation they will never forget. With its picturesque landscapes throughout, the hotel is filled with amazing locations for private events that offer stunning ocean or river views. Couples can also get married on the beach or in a chapel overlooking the entire island. And besides sharing meals together and enjoying the hotel's many onsite activities, couples and their guests can plan group excursions and outings together that are included in the All-Fun Inclusive program, allowing friends and families to create fun-filled memories throughout the entire wedding celebration. Grand Opening Promotion and Wedding Packages As part of its grand opening, Hotel Xcaret is offering incredible introductory rates as well as fantastic group/wedding promotions that include free rooms and a free wedding package. For more information on booking your stay or wedding at the Riviera Maya's newest luxury property, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or use the contact form on the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.

Upgrading to the Preferred Club status at AM Resorts provides vacationers with many benefits, but at Secrets Akumal being part of the preferred club also means having daily access to the resort's incredible spa facilities including the steam room, sauna, whirlpool and hydro massage pools. The Secrets Spa by Pevonia is the all-inclusive resort's world-class spa and its outdoor hydro massage pools are just one of the many perks spa-goers and Preferred Club members can enjoy. The huge therapy pool features stations that will massage different parts of your body with the use of water pressure. It's a great way to start or end your day and is sure to get you into a state of total relaxation. The resort's spa is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily and sanctuary for the senses spans across 18,000 sq. ft. Besides the hydrotherapy circuit, the spa offers massages, body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures and a full service beauty salon. For the ultimate in relaxation, visitors to the spa can experience the spiritually refreshing “cenote” reflecting pool. To find out more information about Secrets Akumal and the Secrets Spa by Pevonia contact one the Best Destination Wedding Forum travel agents here. To book or inquire about a location for a destination wedding or honeymoon, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or visit the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.

The holiday season can be a busy and stressful time of year for many people, but when you're planning a wedding on top of that, it can send you over the edge. Between the holiday to-do list, the shopping list and your wedding to-do list -- you can easily find yourself overwhelmed and frustrated. Here are a few ways you can manage planning your wedding throughout the holiday season in an effective and efficient manner that will keep you on top of things! 1) Take advantage of holiday sales. If there are items on your wedding shopping list that you've been meaning to buy -- for instance, that perfect pair of shoes or earrings for the Wedding Day, or perhaps your sweethearts suit or the gifts you've planned to give your bridesmaids -- look out for holiday sales on those items. You may find that shopping during the holiday season will save you a considerable amount of money -- so brave those crowds or browse your favorite shopping sites for those money saving deals! 2) Take advantage of family get togethers. When your family and friends gather, don't hesitate to use that time together to ask for help planning out your wedding details or asking for advice on decisions that have you stumped. You may find that your family and friends are eager and happy to help you knock off things on your to-do list. If you want to get your bridal party together, consider throwing a holiday cocktail party just for your bridesmaids -- it can double up as a festive celebration as well as a gathering to handle some of those wedding tasks or projects you've been meaning to get to. Who doesn't love to handle DIY projects over cocktails, appetizers and desserts?!?! 3) Narrow down your registry by adding gifts to your Christmas list. Does your wedding registry seem to be bursting at the seams? Move some of those gift ideas to your Christmas wish list. Start building your life together this holiday season, by asking for practical Christmas gifts that will help you get your new home together as husband and wife started now instead of later. 4) Step away from the wedding planning and take a holiday break. Yes, you read that right. Don't plan a darn wedding-related thing this holiday season and instead enjoy the holidays to the fullest without doing any planning at all. If you've been burning the midnight oil planning your wedding, it's a great time to take a break (that is, if you can afford to take some time away from it all). And keep in mind, that many vendors will also be taking a much needed holiday break, so don't be surprised or upset if your vendors don't respond as quickly. The holidays are a time when lots of businesses slow down and step away in anticipation of the new year. To book or inquire about a location for a destination wedding or honeymoon, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or visit the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.

With so many great destination location options throughout the world, choosing the perfect location for your wedding festivities can be a tough task. But the agents of Wright Travel Agency -- the official agency of the Best Destination Wedding Forum -- are experts on the most popular destination regions and they are happy to share their insight when it comes to choosing the best destination area for your dream wedding celebration. Here are five reason why getting married in the Dominican Republic is the right choice for you. 1. The Dominican Republic is One of the Fastest Growing areas in the Caribbean When it Comes to Tourism: The word is out that this country is one to add to your bucket list because this country is booming when it comes to tourism. And in response, several new resorts have opened in the past couple years, giving visitors a lot of great lodging choices when it comes to budget or luxury travel. And no matter where you're flying from, you'll find that most major airports offer flights throughout the day to and from the Dominican Republic. As a result of this overall growth, significant investments have been made to improve the infrastructure, particularly in the highways that stem from Punta Cana to Santo Domingo making travel through the country's popular areas much easier and more convenient. 2. You Love Beautiful Sun-Kissed Beaches: With lovely warm weather year-round, you can enjoy endless days under the sun on one of the country's spectacular beaches. Whether you're on the north, east or southern coasts, the Dominican Republic is known for it's sugar soft white sand and beautiful clear warm water -- it's truly the ideal place to be if you want a beautiful spot to relax, enjoy a delicious beverage and take a dip in the ocean. 3. You Want a Vast Selection of Both Resort and Off-Site Wedding Venues: Some couples want nothing more than to have all their weddings festivities on-site at the resort they'll be staying at with all their guests. It's definitely a great convenience and the Dominican Republic is filled with incredible resorts to suit your needs and price point range. But there are some couples who prefer to have their celebration off-site, and fortunately here, you can find an abundance of off-site wedding venues as well. Whatever your preference may be, the wedding coordinators in the Dominican Republic are eager to please and make your wedding vision come to life. 4. You Love to Shop: While many couples choose the Dominican Republic for its gorgeous beaches and plethora of outdoor activities, believe it or not, this country is also known for its vast array of shopping venues. From budget to luxury products, you can find everything here. The DR has become so popular when it comes to shopping that you can even opt for a tour that takes you to some of the area's most popular shopping plazas and malls. 5. You Want to Offer Your Guests a Variety of Things to Do: You can truly do everything in the Dominican Republic. If golf is your game, there are dozens of golf courses to choose from and you should know that this country is becoming known as a premier destination for golfers in the Caribbean. But if being on the water is more your speed, you'll find everything from snorkeling, diving, flyboards, parasailing, boat rides and speed boats. If you want to adventure more on land, you can enjoy the diverse mountain landscape and waterfalls with hiking, river rafting, dune buggy rides, rock climbing or ziplining. But if you and your guests are looking for slower pace of activities, then consider taking a glorious hot-air balloon ride or visiting the many incredible historical sites or museums throughout the country. The Dominican Republic is bursting options when it comes to staying busy at quick or leisurely pace. To book or inquire about a location for a destination wedding or honeymoon, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or visit the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.

With so many great destination location options throughout the world, choosing the perfect location for your wedding festivities can be a tough task. But the agents of Wright Travel Agency -- the official agency of the Best Destination Wedding Forum -- are experts on the most popular destination regions and they are happy to share their insight when it comes to choosing the best destination area for your dream wedding celebration. Here are five reason why getting married in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico is the right choice for you. 1. You Want to Offer Your Guests Some Fun in the Sun: Between the desert and the sea on top of idyllic weather, there's tons to do in Cabo San Lucas. From world renown deep sea fishing to scuba diving and snorkeling along the warm coast and ATV riding on the sand dunes -- you and your guests will have plenty to do throughout your stay. Cabo is a hotbed for fun in the sun, just take a stroll on the beach and you'll find yourself with a plethora of activities to keep you busy. 2. You Appreciate Great Food: Cabo San Lucas offers a delicious blend of food options in the heart of the city as well as incredible restaurants throughout the Los Cabos corridor into San Jose del Cabo. Mexican food and seafood can be found in delicious abundance in both fine eateries and cheap eats via hole in the walls -- no matter the route, there's a little something to enjoy for everyone. 3. You Enjoy a Mix of the Desert and the Sea: With temps typically ranging in the 70s and 80s, Cabo San Lucas offers a breathtaking desert landscape along the Baja California peninsula. The famous sea arch El Arco de Cabo San Lucas provides the perfect backdrop for dramatic sunsets, and here the light blue water is warm and inviting and the beaches stretch miles long, offering you endless days immersing yourself in the sun, sea and sand. 4. You Love a Good Night Life: El Squid Roe -- it's all you need to know to have a good time when it comes to enjoying the festive nightlife this town has to offer. Bars are open late and music can be heard filling the streets into the night. There's always a dance floor to enjoy when it comes to Cabo. So make sure you bring your dancing shoes and get ready to party the night away. 5. You Want a Short and Easy Commute: If you live on the West Coast or in the Southwest region of the US, you're looking at a short 2 to 3-hour flight and you'll find yourself in this Mexican paradise. Traveling to Cabo is as easy as can be and flight deals are often offered throughout the year, making it a huge draw for couples and their guests. To book or inquire about a location for a destination wedding or honeymoon, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or visit the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.

With so many great destination location options throughout the world, choosing the perfect location for your wedding festivities can be a tough task. But the agents of Wright Travel Agency -- the official agency of the Best Destination Wedding Forum -- are experts on the most popular destination regions and they are happy to share their insight when it comes to choosing the best destination area for your dream wedding celebration. Here are five reason why getting married in Akumal, Mexico is the right choice for you. 1. You Love the Small Town Feel: There is no doubt that the Cancun-Riviera Maya is a beautiful region, but if you you want to stray from the popularity of this zone by avoiding all the hustle and bustle, then Akumal is the place to be. Here you'll get the beautiful coastal life and picturesque views, but you'll be away from overwhelmingly large crowds and beach vendors. Here, the business, restaurant owners and local residents all know each other -- that's how close knit this community is! 2. You Appreciate Delicious Food: The restaurants in Akumal Bay offer visitors a delicious dining experience and lots of variety. The local small restaurants are closely located near each other so you don't have to ever go too far for a bite to eat. 3. You Enjoy Picturesque Beaches: For many, Akumal is the Riviera Maya's best kept secret. The long powdery beaches and clear azure waters is a huge draw for beach lovers of all sorts. Akumal's bay is protected by a reef, so taking a dip in the warm calm waters is a daily ritual for those who choose to stay in this quaint beautiful town. And if you find that the main beach is a bit too crowded for your taste, just take a golf cart or taxi ride one bay over, and Half Moon Bay offers the same incredible shoreline in an even quieter environment. 4. You Want to be Near the Sites But Away from the Crowds: While Akumal carries that small town vibe, it's still just a drive away to popular excursions and activities, located in between the fun and festive Playa del Carmen and the serenity of Tulum. Nothing is too far from Akumal. 5. You Want a Variety of Lodging Options for Your Guests: Akumal is a wonderful blend of small boutique hotels, just a few larger all-inclusive resorts and a variety of beautiful oceanfront condos and magnificent villas. You can find the right accommodations for any price point range, while still being just a few steps away from the shore. No matter what you or your guests price range may be, there are several options for everyone to enjoy! To book or inquire about a location for a destination wedding or honeymoon, contact one of the Best Destination Wedding travel agents who specialize in destination wedding and honeymoon travel. You can contact them HERE! or visit the website at www.wrighttravelagency.com - - - About me: I am a former BDW Bride AKA as MarieSam and I was addicted to this forum as I planned my own wedding in 2009. Since 2010, I have been the proud owner of MarieSam Sanchez Photography -- a husband and wife photography team based in Southern California and documenting love all over the world. I am also a mother to two girls, an avid traveler and a destination wedding photographer and writer/blogger.