Riviera Maya, Mexico

With hundreds of beautiful resorts to choose from, there is definitely a resort that you will fall in love with. From picturesque rooftop terraces to beautiful beaches to Mayan ruins, there are so many types of backdrops for your perfect venue. Mexico is known for their delicious culinary dishes, so your dinner will delight even your most discerning of guests. Then party on into the evening. Mariachi band maybe? Maybe a classical violinist or a DJ? The choice is yours. The best way to sum up the Riviera Maya for your wedding is choice. If you want it, you can most likely get it in the Riviera Maya.

LGBTQ+

Mexico has been a leader when it comes to LGBTQ+ weddings. The law became effective on 4 March 2010. Mexico City was the first jurisdiction in Mexico to legalize same-sex marriage, and the first in Latin America to do so, followed by Argentina in July 2010. Most resorts are more than happy to welcome LGBTQ+ couples with a few exceptions.
Riu Playacar

Riu Playacar

Hotel Xcaret

Hotel Xcaret

UNICO 20° 87°

UNICO 20° 87°

Dreams Jade

Dreams Jade

Pros

  • The countless resort choices
  • The great food
  • A quick flight from Toronto
  • Daily flights (more choice for length of stay)
  • Many activities for guests to do in the destination

Cons

  • Blood work needed for a legal wedding.
  • Translation of documents for legal wedding
  • Many of the resorts allow for pushy timeshare salespeople on property.

Resort Recommendations

ADULTS ONLY

Secrets Akumal

Although this resort is a bit of a distance from the airport, the drive is more than worth it. The food, the service, the beach, the vibe. It’s an amazing resort that anyone would love.

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Dreams Tulum

The Dreams Tulum is again worth the long bus ride. Their venues for the wedding include a beautiful Chapel, a stunning rooftop terrace, and probably our favourite, the Secret Garden Gazebo.

BUDGET FRIENDLY

Sandos Caracol

This Eco-friendly resort has a cenote on property that is a stunning back drop. Why not add Mayan drums or a spiritual Mayan ceremony performed by a shaman for a wedding that's uniquely you.

Why Murdoch Travel?

Murdoch Travel, Barrie’s trusted travel agency for over thirty years, has earned the confidence of countless couples in love and for two years in a row has been named one of the top 25 agencies in Canada by TRAVELSAVERS. Although Destination Weddings and Honeymoons are our specialty, we are a full service travel agency and can help plan your next great adventure. As a TICO-certified agency, you can book with peace of mind, knowing your vacation is in expert hands. You work hard for your money—let us make sure your travel experience is everything you’ve dreamed of.

Contact Us

Murdoch Travel
28 Currie Street - Unit 5
Barrie, ON L4M 5N4
705-734-3534
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weddings@murdochtravel.ca