So, the stress of planning your wedding is over and you’re looking forward to your honeymoon; this is the first vacation you’ll take as a couple, and it’s a much needed opportunity to decompress. Mexico has long been a coveted vacation destination, but it is also one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the world with the best hotels. If you want luxury, sunshine, history, and vibrant entertainment all in one place there’s no better choice than Mexico. Best hotels in Mexico It’s not all about the destination, however; your choice of hotel to host your honeymoon is one of the most important parts of the experience. This is why we’ve compiled this honeymoon advice, listing some of the best hotels in Mexico when it comes to luxury vacations. Sian Ka’an Village – Sian Ka’an Biosphere We might be biased, but we truly believe that the Sian Ka’an Village is one of the best hotels in Mexico for a honeymoon. Sian Ka’an Biosphere is one of the most unique and untouched ecosystems in …
When your wedding budget is tight it is very tempting to cut corners and look for deals. This can be a very smart thing to do in many cases; there is no reason why you shouldn’t get great deals on things like centerpieces, gift bags, or even your invitations, but there are some things which warrant considerations other than cost taking priority. Your photography is a good example; it can be very tempting to let that amateur photographer (we all know one) take care of your wedding snapshots for a cut price (or for free), but since these will be your most lasting memento of your wedding day we suggest that you shop around. Hiring a pro could be pricey, but it is very much worth it. Not doing so is just one of the wedding planning mistakes that we would suggest you avoid. Here are the others: Find the right photographer Just going with any photographer who has a good portfolio is a huge mistake; how good they are is not imperative if they …
Wedding planning and photography are ever evolving, and the most recent trend to catch the collective eye is “first look” photography. The concept is that you pose with your betrothed, and perhaps core members of your wedding party, in a series of snapshots which show you revealing your wedding looks to each other before the ceremony itself. This trend is a step away from the traditional, static wedding photos in order to produce more intimate, candid, and personal photographs that will not only serve as reminders of your big day, but really elicit the same emotions as you felt at that time. As popular as this trend is, however, there are still plenty of couples who choose to stick with the traditional wedding photography experience. If you are still unsure as to whether you will opt for a first look at your wedding or stick with the traditional route, you can check out the pros and cons we have listed below; Reasons a first look can be great: Your wedding photography will be done early …
Destination weddings in Mexico are still trending, and show very little sign of losing their popularity due to a number of factors: stunning locations; amazing service; great weather; a variety of activities for wedding guests to enjoy before and after your nuptials; great food and more. While there are no doubts that the ceremonial side of your wedding in Mexico is sure to be a resounding success, many people still question whether you should get married legally in Mexico or back home. Weddings in Mexico are Legal The first thing to note is that if you choose to carrying out the legal part of your wedding in Mexico, it will be legal and binding back home; although you are likely to need to translate your marriage certificate and register your wedding. If you choose to opt to get married legally in Mexico, most wedding planners will be able to help you to organize the necessary paperwork, which is likely to be more complex than you are used to back home, but totally possible. There are …
One of the most difficult tasks when planning your wedding is figuring out how many people you are going to invite and determining your guest list. Some people long for a small intimate wedding with just a handful of well-wishers, others dream of a huge affair. Whatever you decide, make sure it is right for the both of you. You want your special day to be great, so you will have to consider all factors such as the number of friends and family you wish to invite, the budget that you are working with, and a style that represents you and your fiancé. Below are some tips to help you decide. The Pros and Cons Both small and large wedding celebrations come with pros and cons. Let’s look at each one in turn. Pros and Cons of Small Weddings ✓ Pro: Less money spent and less stress – A smaller wedding will generally cost less money, less time, and less stress. You can use the extra money that you would have spent on a larger …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Finding the right venue to create your day your way is all about knowing what you want from your wedding day. If you are set on an intimate bohemian wedding, then Sian Ka’an Village is the perfect solution to your wedding day dreams. The unique setting at this stunning UNESCO protected biosphere offers the ideal surroundings to organize all kinds of bohemian weddings and exclusive celebrations. Bohemian Weddings at Sian Ka’an Village Sian Ka’an Village is an exclusive luxury villa that sleep up to 18 people (with options for a further 12 wedding guests in an adjacent building) that overlooks a secluded beach miles from civilization and packed with charm in the fameds Sian Ka’an Biosphere. The staff on hand are able to provide the most enchanting options for a Bohemian Wedding by the beach in Mexico’s Caribbean. Together with wedding and event planners, Sian Ka’an Village can prepare a truly unique and unforgettable wedding celebration that will leave a lasting impression on your guests and provide a dream-like solution for your wedding day. What …
The first day of your honeymoon is one of those milestones that is almost as exciting as the wedding day itself. This is the first step into your new lives as a married couple. Sometimes, however, the stress of the wedding (the planning, the organization, the sheer force of will required to make it come together) can lead to you overlooking the important details of your honeymoon night. It is important that you put some effort into making sure that your first night as husband and wife is full of romance and fun so that you make lasting memories. Here are our top tips: Create a Romantic Scene No matter what you end up doing you should make sure that there is an ambience of romance in the area; candle-light goes a long way to doing this. Whether you’re eating a romantic meal, sipping champagne on the balcony as the sun goes down, or simply talking about the ceremony and your relationship so far, we recommend a few candles to make it special. If it’s …
