Riviera Maya

[Cwright]

Hi all! I am new to the forum, and am just starting to plan my destination wedding. I have been doing research on the Riviera Maya. I am currently feeling very overwhelmed, and was wondering if anyone has used any good yet affordable resorts.  I was also wondering if people who have plans to get married in the riviera maya have an estimate on what it will cost their guests.  We are thinking of next January, but some people have told me it would be too cold.  We are still open to other destinations.  Any advice would be greatly appreciated.  I am going to meet with a travel agent next week.  Thanks!!

[TiarraBeautyJ]

Hi!!!! COngrats on planning your destination wedding. I would recommend Ocean Coral and Turquesa. THis is a very affordable resort.

[TammyWright]

Hi Cwright,

 

I'm twright  I own this site.

 

Welcome to BDW.

 

You might want to check out these links to get you started: 

 

Cancun/Riviera Maya Wedding Forum 

Cancun/Riviera Maya Wedding Resort Reviews

 

Looking for a Travel Agent: You might want to try one of the BDW Travel Agents.  We Specialize in Destination weddings.  You can contact us HERE!

 

If you do not know what TA you want to work with, just fill out the form Contact a Destination Wedding Specialist HERE and I will direct you to the best agent that fits your needs.

 

You can read some of our reviews here: Wright Travel Agency ~ Destination Wedding Specialist Reviews HERE

[bridetobe6]

Hi Cwright!!!

 

I'm new to the forum as well... And just got engaged... Started realizing all the work we have to do towards "the big day"...

 

First of all, I see your concern regarding weather, I wouldn't worry so much about it, since Mayan Riviera area is usually warm all year around, just so you know, I'm mexican, so I know what I'm talking about.

 

I've been doing some research, and according to my math, should be around 25,000 USD including attires, flight, hotel and wedding ceremony and reception, that considering +-/ 60 guests. We haven't picked a Resort yet, but after surfing on the internet, I would suggest you to look into: Dreams Riviera Cancun, Palace Resorts, Paradisus, Real Resorts, Now Resorts and Barceló Mayan Palace... They all have pros and cons, it all depends on what  you want and how much your guests can spend to come to your wedding.

 

Hope this clarifies some of your questions.

 

Good luck planning!

[talicea7812]

A friend if mine got married at playacar palace I. January and the weather was beautiful!

[Moments That Matter]

Welcome to the forum, cwright, and Congrats on your upcoming dw!!!

 

Here's a link to average Jan temps in Cancun.....which are also copied here....so you can see it's very comfortable!

Weather Averages for Cancun in January
  Temperature  23°C...73°F
  Low Temperature  19°C....66°F

  High Temperature  27°C....81°F

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As for the cost for your guests - where they are traveling from would be an important factor too.

With all the helpful info you'll find here, it's sure to help you formulate some great plans for your Special Day !

 

here's a visual of a gorgeous wedding venue in our area, showing one of the magical wedding "moments that matter" ....enjoy!

 

Azul Sensatori......with more at the album link here: Azul Sensatori Wedding

 

 

Wishing you all the best with your plans - team MTM

[amy330]

We chose Dreams Riviera Cancun, and it will cost about 3,000 per couple for a week.  It's the most expensive of the Dreams, but has the most to offer from what I've seen.

[btam]

Hi I am a new bride too.... Just got engaged in october and I am also looking to have a wedding in Riviera Maya. We were looking into Paradisus and Hard Rock but after the reviews from Trip Advisor I dont know how I feel about Hard Rock with all their construction issues.. I am also hoping since we arent having a wedding till 2016 things will be figured out. My FI and I loved our time at Hard Rock in DR and was thinking the HR in Mexico would be just as exciting. 20-25k sounds about right with 60 guests at a really nice resort. Im really hoping we can do the wedding for about 15k so we end up at 20 max with everything (dress, stay, flights, etc).