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Wedding Videos Capture Those Treasured Memories

Wedding Videos: Capture Those Treasured Memories

Weddings constitute a huge expense, one of the biggest in our lives, in fact, and as such it is perfectly reasonable to look into cutting costs where one can. So, it makes sense that you might be on the fence about paying for photography AND videography for your wedding day! Nonetheless, there are plenty of reasons that you might regret forgoing a wedding video for your wedding at Sian Ka’an Village; first and foremost you will deny yourself the pleasure of experiencing the whole day once more. Have a look at our top reasons as to why you should consider a videographer for your wedding at Sian Ka’an Village. Capture the Details You will spend month meticulously planning each and every detail of your wedding day, but the sad (and happy) truth is that the day itself will fly by so quickly that you may never get to see all those details come together properly! Hiring a videographer will let you go back in years to come to see your hard work pay off, and …

Why Choose Ecologically Friendly Vacations

Why Choose Ecologically Friendly Vacations

When you are looking into travel options for your next vacation, remember that every choice you make has an impact on the environment.  That is why it is so important to consider visiting areas that offer hotel options and local tourist activities that are eco-friendly.  Responsible ecotourism is on the rise as more travelers are becoming aware of the negative influence heavy tourist traffic can have on an area.  With more availability now than ever before for ecologically friendly vacations, it is easy to design a customized vacation centering on eco-friendly hotels and tourism.   Why Choose Ecologically Friendly Vacations The intention of ecotourism reaches far beyond just protecting the delicate habitats that have become overrun with tourists.  It encourages travelers to visit areas that conserve the environment, support the local people and economy, and educate tourists about what is special and unique about a particular region.  Ecologically friendly vacations not only bring greater economic stability to an area, they bring about a host of social benefits as well to regions rich in fascinating culture …

Staying Active on Vacation at Sian Ka'an Village

Staying Active on Vacation at Sian Ka’an Village

Although one of the main reasons that people choose to escape to the Sian Ka’an Village is to relax and totally switch off from the world, staying active and keeping fit while you are in paradise can also be an important part of your vacation at Sian Ka’an Village. Take a look at the ways you can keep your blood pumping at the Sian Ka’an Village. Running on the Beach Due to the secluded nature of the beach at the Sian Ka’an Village, running along the water’s edge at sunrise or sunset is a magical experience. If you don’t like to run on sand, you can also choose to run along the dirt roads that wind around the stunning mangroves and flank the sea. Kayaking Guests at Sian Ka’an Village may borrow the property’s kayaks and life jackets to head out to sea. Here you can enjoy a safe adventure as the coral reefs protect the beach from swells and larger waves. If you would prefer a guided tour, our team can also take you …

Sian Ka’an Cenote Weddings Photos

Sian Ka’an Cenote Weddings Photos

So, you’re planning your dream destination wedding in sunny Mexico, and you’re wondering where the best place to be is? We’d like to suggest the Yucatan Peninsula, and more specifically the Sian Ka’an Biosphere…. Here’s why: Great weather Lovely people The most unique and stunning landscape in the region. In recent years cenote photography for weddings has become the big thing, and the result is unforgettable moments of stunning beauty which are captured for future pleasure.  If you want your wedding album to be entirely unique then the Sian Ka’an Biosphere is definitely for you. What are Cenotes? Cenotes are stunning natural phenomena which are unique to this part of the world; the word cenote comes from the Maya and means “sacred well”. The Maya seemed to believe that these subterranean water systems were gateways to the Gods, and that they could be used to communicate with them. Today we know that they were created by the collapse of porous limestone bedrock, and that the water is so perfectly crystal clear because it had been …

Sian Ka’an Diving and Fishing Packages

Sian Ka’an Diving and Fishing Packages

While traveling to one amazing vacation destination in Mexico is good, experiencing two is even better!  Instead of visiting just Cancun or the Sian Ka’an Biosphere, treat yourself to an unforgettable trip that includes a stay in both dreamy oceanfront landscapes.  With the vacation packages offered at Sian Ka’an Village, including a Paradise Diving Adventure and a Luxury Fly Fishing Escape, you can stay in the lap of luxury in both majestic locations.   Luxury Getaway Packages – Villa del Palmar Cancun and Sian Ka’an Village These unbelievable luxury getaway packages include a stay at two of the Yucatan peninsula’s most notable vacation properties: Villa del Palmar Cancun Luxury Beach Resort & Spa and the Sian Ka’an Village.  No matter which package you decide on, your adventurous retreat will begin at Villa del Palmar Cancun where opulence meets comfort.  Afterward, you will reach the Sian Ka’an Biosphere by car to experience your stay at a breathtaking luxury beachfront villa that feels as though it is tucked away from the world.   Villa del Palmar Cancun …

Sian Ka’an Ecotourism

Sian Ka’an Ecotourism

Ecotourism has really boosted the economy in Mexico at large and in Quintana Roo and the Yucatan Peninsula in particular. Of course this area was host to some of the premier destinations in Latin America before the influx of eco-tourists; over the last 40 years, the annual figure for visitors has steadily climbed until, in recent years, it shows 8 million tourists and 3 million cruise ship passengers passing through yearly. Alongside the great economic benefits that ecotourism has brought, however, there have been social benefits too! Potential for sustainable development in the region is high, so the only way is up! Sian Ka’an Ecotourism The Sian Ka’an Biosphere has achieved the coveted status of a UNESCO World Heritage site as well as being a protected nature reserve. The rich history and culture that has been preserved within the biosphere, such as the fishing traditions of Punta Herrero, and the unique ecosystems at play here have much to do with this. What draws in many ecotourists, however, are the virgin coastline and teeming waters. There …

Gay Weddings in Mexico

Gay Weddings in Mexico

Since 2015 Mexico has become one of those kinder and more progressive places in the world where your sexual identity is of no consequence in the eyes of the law when it comes to the validity of your marriage. In 2015, Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled that it was discriminatory for any law to prohibit the marriage of gay and lesbian couples. Since then all 31 states of Mexico have fully legalized same sex marriage, and the wedding industry has flourished for gay weddings in Mexico. Gay Weddings in Mexico Since the Supreme Court ruling, Mexico recognizes all same sex marriages performed on Mexican soil and abroad to a federal level. This truly is a time of change and growing equality in this predominantly Roman Catholic country. It also means that it is now easy to organize a gay wedding in Mexico, whether you are looking for a legal marriage ceremony or a symbolic wedding ceremony. Where are people opting for gay weddings in Mexico? Same sex couples are free to get married wherever they may …

Sun, Beach and Delicious Dishes at Sian Ka’an

Sun, Beach and Delicious Dishes at Sian Ka’an

Sian Ka’an Village is the perfect location for luxury eco-friendly getaways on the Mexican Caribbean. Sun, beach and delicious dishes are guaranteed in this heavenly retreat far from the madding crowds. Sun Sun, sun and more sun is the name of the game on Mexico’s Caribbean coastline. You can be sure to get your fill of vacation sunshine when relaxing at the Sian Ka’an Village. With an average of close to 300 sunny days per year and temperatures that average around 80 degrees fahrenheit, sun filled vacations are pretty much a guarantee no matter which month of the year your visit. Beach Not many places can boast a private beach where your only neighbours are the coral reefs, the marine life and an American expat who visits his beachfront home in paradise just a couple of times a year, which is located some 5 or so minutes along the beach from Sian Ka’an Village. That’s right! The Sian Ka’an Village is the only property for miles around and you can be sure of an exclusive …

Vegetation and Flora in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere

Vegetation and Flora in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere

The mystical, magical setting of the Sian Ka’an Biosphere, which is located along Mexico’s Caribbean coast in the Yucatan peninsula, is brimming with lush vegetation and seemingly endless species of plants and flowers, and reports a staggering recorded total of 859 floral species.  The Sian Ka’an biosphere is largely untouched by human activity, allowing the serene plant life to provide shelter and food for the many resident animals in this intricate ecosystem.   Here are some of the highlights of the vegetation and flora in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere: Sub perennifolia tropical forest The reserve is filled with abundant tropical forests.  Some of the most prominent species of trees include Brosimum Alicastrum, Manilkara Sapota, Talisia Oliviformis, Nectandra Coriacea, Drypetes and Thrinax Radiata. Deciduous tropical forest Covering an area of roughly 12,000 hectares, the deciduous forest in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere is brimming with Coccothrinax Readii, Pseudophoenix Sargentii, Bursera Simaruba, Caesalpinia Gaumeri and Metopium Brownei.  There are at least 230 species of trees and shrubs here, and amazingly, just 14% are endemic to the Yucatan peninsula …

The Truth about the Sian Kaan Biosphere

Sian Ka’an Protecting Biodiversity

As the human race continues to grow, the sacred biodiversity around the world becomes more and more affected.  The natural habitats of plants and animals are being encroached on as more previously untouched areas become developed.  Regions like the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, which is located along the Caribbean coast of Mexico in the Yucatan peninsula, need to be protected because they are home to an enormous number of plant and animal species in a fragile ecosystem that is, sadly, quite easy to disrupt.   Why Protecting Biodiversity is so important Everything from environmental pollution, to new building developments and changes in land use, to wastewater, to the massive amounts of plastic trash found in the world’s oceans is having a negative impact on the biodiversity that makes our planet so unique and delightful. There has been much research on the topic and studies continually point to the fact that the actions of humans and the way they modify a given habitat strongly impacts their local biological communities.  When there is a loss of biodiversity, …