http://www.zoetryresorts.com/Paraiso/endless-privileges.html    We didn't spend too much time in the room shooting photos as we were eager to go outside and see the beauty this amazing property has to offer.   So, we spent the two nights and three days there just shooting our hearts out.  

As wedding photographers, we naturally investigate each and every property and with camera in hand, shoot just about everything we lay our eyes on.  This helps us showcase the property and also gives us and our clients an idea of what to see virtually when they are planning the wedding from thousands of miles away.   After all, when I travel to an unknown region, the photo research on potential wedding properties is GOLDEN.

These photos will give you a window into our personal vacation at Zoetry and the sites to be seen.... Get ready to drool, this property will blow your mind....

Our Room.... This was a short walk from the lobby north up the beach, up a flight of stairs.  The name of the room escapes me, it seems that all the rooms are named

The room is classified by Zoetry's website as:
OCEAN FRONT ONE BEDROOM SUITE with terrace (Upper Level):1130 sq-ft / 105 sq-mts


Before I get into the photos of different locations and short descriptions of whats happening... I just wanted to say that Zoetry Pariso de la Bonita is for certain on our TOP 10 list of favorite locations to photograph weddings at!    Coupled by the amazing customer service and the staff who helps contribute to the experience, zoetry keeps us coming back with smiles.   Needless to say, we have  been on this property more times than I can remember and each time, we are blown away!   Our clients also experience an amazing stay!

To see our "zoetry slideshow" of this stay, go here  http://delsolphotography.com/blog/content/galleries/?gal=187  ...way more photos than this review.

There are a few elements at this property that will stand out at first glance.
1. Architecture
2.  COLOR
3.  Birds
4... Oh, did I mention the ocean is eye candy?

5.  Service... need I say more?


The property is tucked away on a little road that winds its way next to mangrove swamps and the private gated entrance finally welcomes along your journey to this piece of paradise tucked away on the Riviera Maya coast.

Gate photos, building photos with color, art shots of hotel architecture...

 

 

Lobby Entrance.

 

 

Hotel Colors

 

For any bride.... these colors will POP in your photography!

 

 

Birds....wow, they have lots of them.  Big parrot's too.  They even have a pet that is the "mascot" bird of zoetry Makita...his facebook page is http://www.facebook.com/people/Makita-Parrot-Zoetry/100000142276035

These birds are in cages in one section of the restaurant and other locations and during the day, they are actually taken out to wooden perches that are located throughout the hotel property.   These guys are constantly talking and making big parrot screeches.  If you have a fear of birds, don't come here :)


Pools.
The main pool is very large, in fact it covers the perimeter of all the major buildings that overlook the ocean.  The principal pool is chlorine and the pool in front of the SPA is salt water.  Both offer amazing views!

Sol is not in paradise.... :)

 

 

Spa Pool (this one is salt water).  The jets are really relaxing!  Ocean view to die for.

Without wedding:

 

with wedding

Whitney&Vaughn Garden Ceremony

 

This one makes me drool for several reasons :)

 

 

 

 

Ocean views... tip top.

 

There are 4 restaurants
From the Zoetry website:
Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya features four gourmet a la carte restaurants and 2 relaxing bars. Taste true excellence with the cuisine of our Executive Chef. In La Canoa, our AAA 4 Diamond Award Winning Gourmet Restaurant, you will experience Paraiso's unique "Cuisine de los Soles", a fusion of styles based on spices and chilies used in the cuisine of warm-weather countries.

La Canoa Restaurant: Fusion of spices and chilies. Open for dinner

This one, you better make sure you bring pants.  I had only shorts and due to the long pants dress code, I couldnt eat there..BOO.   Formal OK.  When I'm at the beach though, I'm not feeling too formal.

 

Sushi & Ceviche Bar: Sushi bar and Pan-Asian specialties

Sol had some sushi from this spot, she said YUM.
 
Restaurant Kaax: Savor à la carte Mexican cuisine in an authentic atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
This is where we had our breakfasts... Cafe y juices y fruit plus some YUM

bread...                                                 

 

A wedding reception inside Kaax could look like this:

More from this wedding here: http://delsolphotography.com/blog/content/galleries/?gal=99

Hippo’s Pool Bar::


El Chiringuito Beachside Grill:

We enjoyed this spot. They also have a pizza oven there, very very good stuff.  Overlooks the ocean / beach.  LOVE this spot!  Our photo chilling out...

Sol enjoys a beach cocktail :) Pizza is good here!

 

 

Wedding guest on the spa patio waiting for the garden ceremony.  Hats are cool here, keep the sun off our backs...at weddings, they are very fun props!

They also have a Pier, amazing for wedding photos!  If you have a smaller ceremony, plan it here!   

 

You may notice that the pier also has a few small boats and a big catamaran!  They actually offer a catamaran ride every evening at Sunset.  OK, sign ME UP!

 

 

 

 

 

Dinner for 2 on the Pier?  Sign me up!

 

Upon your entrance to the beach, they have kayaks and small boats, boards, wind surfing stuff for use.

 

 

During turtle nesting season, Zoetry actually creates a nursery of turtle eggs on the beach and fences them in so they are protected upon hatching as the nesting turtles are endangered!  VERY COOL!

The night views are ummm,  wow!

 

 

 

The pools at night, does this place get any more sexier!

 

We really enjoyed the hammocks... seriously ya'll, I did NOT want to get up!

 

Spa... we didnt actually have any treatments here so we can't testify :)


Sunrise, you should wake up to see this!  7am or thereabouts in October.

 

 

For a few weddings at Zoetry, check these slideshows out:
Aileen+David - Photos by Sol Tamargo  (Beach Ceremony)
Melanie + Lance - Photos by Sol Tamargo and Vincent  (Pier Ceremony)
Whitney + Vaughn - Photos by Sol Tamargo and Matt Adcock  (Garden Ceremony)


Wedding ceremony locations:
Beach, obviously an awesome choice.

more from this beach ceremony here: http://delsolphotography.com/blog/content/galleries/?gal=99

 

 

Want to get SUPER unique,  add a mayan ceremony to your wedding day!

 

Pier, amazing wedding location.  Remember, you can actually have a sunset from the pier during your ceremony.  I'm pretty sure ceremony size is limited here.

 

 

 

more from the pier ceremony: http://delsolphotography.com/blog/content/galleries/?gal=230

 

Garden Ceremony...

The garden ceremony is located in front of the pools that are in front of the spa, on the South side of the property.  Very private.   * PLEASE ask the staff if they can clear the pools prior to the ceremony. 

 

Garden Ceremony view is awesome!

 

We actually won an international photojournalism award from a ceremony on the garden,Whitney + Vaughn's ceremony exit shot.  Check out their slideshow for Whitney + Vaughn MAGICAL photos: http://delsolphotography.com/blog/content/galleries/?gal=284

Wedding Photojournalism Association Judge comments

 

Cocktail... ON THE PIER, yep, no brainer.

 

We prefer the reception on the beach location but also love the dinner spot "Kaax's patio area" and the patio area of La Canoa...

 

Beach reception... I think this is my favorite option:

Staff makes a nice preparation for the beach reception..

 

 

 

 

 

 

I could probably keep going, but I think I'll put the brakes on for now.   Hope you enjoyed this review.

Cheers!
matt