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Hi Laura, As we just posted for Tammy, packages are tough as they usually limit you to using predetermined vendors. There are many planners in the area that you can hire to plan your wedding "a la carte". It's what we specialize in! Here is a link to some of our happy couples who decided to elope, on a budget. http://weddingsinplaya.com/eloping-in-playa-del-carmen/

Hi Tammy, We've coordinated several small weddings and many for just the couple. There are plenty of affordable options for an intimate beach wedding in Playa del Carmen. The trick is avoiding "packages" and doing it "a la carte". The legal paperwork is not at all complicated, you just need to be here at least 3 days in advance with your passports and have your blood work done. A nurse is usually available to come to you. It's very quick. It does cost a little more than a non denominational ceremony though, and we do need to be sure a Justice of the Peace is available for you on your day. There are many vendors to pick from and surely some in your budget for photography, flowers, etc. Anything is possible! Here are some of the elopements we have had the pleasure of planning: http://weddingsinplaya.com/eloping-in-playa-del-carmen/

Hola! Congrats on your engagement and upcoming wedding! We love that you are searching for something unique! We work with many brides like yourself, who don't want a resort package and are looking for something different. A cool idea is having a spiritual or Mayan ceremony at one of the beautiful cenotes in the area. Mayan ceremonies in general are unique and different, full of color and tradition, and a cenote is an incredible place for a very private ceremony in an incredible setting. Check out our Cenote Weddings. Good luck!

Of course! Weddings come in all shapes and sizes and an intimate sea side ceremony for 2 is certainly one of them. If you are looking to legally marry, there are a few things you will need to prepare ahead of time, like paperwork and finding a Justice of the Peace, but still very simple and doable. We have organized several elopements. Always very special and touching! http://weddingsinplaya.com/eloping-in-playa-del-carmen/

Hi! First impressions are everything, so a skype meeting is a great way to interview your candidates as it's closest thing to meeting in person. It's a good way to see if personalities click and your instincts will tell you right away it it's a fit or not. Thanks to forums and websites, you can check reviews, testimonials and pictures before deciding who to reach out to. In our experience, most of our past brides are happy to help too so you can also PM them, or ask the planner for some contacts. We can't agree enough that experience is key. An established company will have built solid relationships with vendors and will also know what to watch out for. Very important. In addition to all of the legal/formal questions, which are very important as Yazmin says, ask each and every question that runs through your mind, no matter how silly or insignificant you might feel it is... you need to feel 100% comfortable and certain that you are going to get everything you want out of your planner and wedding day! Enjoy the process!

Thank you brownsugarbride! It was definitely epic! And since this wedding the churro cart is in high demand We have had it at Grand Coral beach Club too. Always a hit! A villa in Playacar is great because as you can see in the trip report, most guests stayed at a hotel close by. There are plenty of resorts and hotels in Playacar, most in walking distance or at most a cheap cab ride away, so you definitely aren't obligated to share your space!

If you're looking for a totally private and personal space for your wedding, consider renting a private villa. The space is your own, totally customizable as it is a blank slate. No packages, hidden fees or surprise add ons! There are MANY to chose from, from Playa del Carmen to Tulum! One of our favorites is Casa Chaac - a spacious villa in Playacar with a large outdoor area for a fabulous fiesta! See one of our weddings at Casa Chaac here: http://weddingsinplaya.com/jen-and-adam-private-villa-casa-chaac-in-playacar/ And for anyone thinking of a non resort/DIY wedding, be sure to read our Bride, Jen's trip report. An amazing guide to planning her wedding in Playa del Carmen full of fun ideas!

Hello all, What about a non resort venue? With all the great boutique hotels, condos and villas in the Riviera Maya, there are so many options for accommodations and then you can plan a totally private wedding at a venue that will cater to only you! We specialize in unique and off resort weddings, you can see many of our non resort weddings on our blog: www.weddingsinplaya.com It's the best way to go for totally private ~ Erica and Maria, weddingsinplaya

Hi leboandlee, As the Riviera Maya continues to gain popularity and grow at a VERY rapid rate, more and more wedding planners are popping up so we understand you have many to chose from. We have lived in Playa del Carmen for over 20 years and formed weddingsinplaya and have been planning weddings for over 12 years. We have built great relationships with venues and vendors and know the area inside out! Check out our testimonials and new blog redesign and feel free to reach out with any questions! http://weddingsinplaya.com/ http://weddingsinplaya.com/testimonials/ Enjoy! ~ Erica and Maria, weddingsinplaya

Hi Annie26! Mayan ceremonies are so beautiful and colorful and make for such stunning weddings and photos! We have been fortunate enough to be a part of many, such as this gorgeous Tulum ceremony just a few weeks ago: http://weddingsinplaya.com/andrea-and-rob-destination-wedding-at-akin-tulum/ Wishing you all the best, ~ Erica and Maria, weddingsinplaya

Hi everyone, We have been planning off resort weddings for over 12 years in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya and have built up a directory of the best, most reliable and professional venues and vendors in every price range and category for you to chose from. Check out our newly redesigned website where you can browse the blog and see some of our past weddings to get an idea of what we can make happen for you! We're here if you have any questions, anytime! ~ Erica and Maria, weddingsinplaya www.weddingsinplaya.com

Hey! i just planned my 456th wedding at Grand Coral last Sat. May 4th, w Danay and Jon and it was wonderful. I don't know if you know but part of the club burned down 1 month ago and they redid the palapa (palm leaves roof) in 3 wks! I was quite worried as the space was not as fantastic as it usually is (i have been planned there since its beginning, when it was Blucacao in 2007) but all WENT WONDERFUL! here a few photos and have fun planning... The club has only one manager and she is superbusy, so you better contact a planner of your choice to start your wedding. Personally i alert you that most dates are taken (i have 4 weddings there in Nov. and 1 in Dec) so .... hurry up! Here the plan of the space, so u see how many tables you can fit... practical so you can start planning now! BIG hug, + Maria from Weddingsinplaya,com

Alyssa, welcome to the Forum and be S T R O N G! Destination wedding is ... a destination, so you learn about it going on. I love resorts with a touch of ecological and relaxing and Sandos Eco Resort is a good choice without killing the bank account. Call Fernanda the planner or send me a message if you like the place. I love AI weddings but i prefer non AI weddings, so why not have the rehearsal (Free) dinner at resort and then experience an off resort wedding? if not all your guests stay at resort it will be cheaper. In any case: my advice to you is look at all websites you lie and send all emails for info: asking for hidden fees as vendors fees and extras. Anything u need or any advice, I am here. I have been living in Playa for 17 years and planning for 13 so shout if in need! Maria

Hello N0turavrgeBride, well done: Princess has 2 hotels (identical one in front of the other) and the wedding planners are helpful there (just organized a wedding w a client and her rehearsal out of resort). See what she has to say, about her April wedding: Ladies, Planning a wedding in another country can be stressful and nerve racking for brides. Trust me, I know...I am a true perfectionist and stressed out way too much about wanting things to be perfect for the big day. I found Maria Tripaldi of Weddings in Playa through someone I briefly met, I took their recommendation and ran with it. Words cannot describe how incredibly relieved, happy and oh so impressed I was to have her by my side. She truly made our wedding experience in Playa Del Carmen better than I even imagined! Maria found her true calling in life by becoming a wedding planner, she is passionate, experienced, detailed and on her A game 100%. I ended up going with so many of her referrals when it came to our rehearsal dinner, hair, makeup, flowers, etc.... and was so happy I did. She has been working in Playa for a long time (11 or 12 yrs?) and knows what she is doing, trust me I know how stressful brides can get about wanting everything to be perfect on their wedding days and when planning a destination wedding, a good wedding planner is key...Maria is it! By far worth every penny and then some. My husband and I couldn't be happier with her performance and we are so glad she was the one we put our trust in, since at the Resort the planners are overwhelmed with 5 weddings a day and do not have much time. She took away so much of the worry and stress of our big day and we were able to relax knowing it was all under control. I could go on and on, but you get my point... I am a raving fan! You will be so happy that you chose Weddings in Playa to help make your day the most amazing moment yet. Hope this will help you and many undecided brides... Maria