CANCUN

Miami in Mayaland with plenty of Mexican flavor. This mega resort only a short flight from Miami has all the comforts of home in a paradisiacal seaside setting. Turquoise waters border fine white sand beaches, the kind that travel posters promise but seldom deliver. The sand is coral, so it never burns your feet. Your choice of hotel is more critical here than elsewhere as it will dictate your honeymoon lifestyle. There are hundreds of properties to choose from. We've selected some of the best. Everything but everything is at your fingertips everywhere. The main Hotel Zone boulevard is lined on one side by the ocean; on the other by a lagoon. Famous archaeological sites are a few hours away. One, Ruinas del Rey, an unexcavated site that makes you feel as if the Mayans left a minute ago, is right in the Hotel Zone near the newest golf course. This is a place where you pick and choose from a myriad of options to make each day as you dreamed it.

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WHERE TO STAY:

Crown Paradise Club: 617 rooms. Considered one of the best resorts in Cancun, the Crown Paradise Club is a luxury, all-inclusive resort. Located directly on the beach, the romantic magic of Mexico can be experienced here. The stage is set for you whether you desire a languid retreat, or the excitement of a fantasy honeymoon.

Newlyweds who stay at the Crown Paradise rave about the lovely rooms, the ocean views, the swim-up bar, the diverse activities and ever-helpful staff. The Honeymoon Suites here provide separate living and sleeping areas as well as an in-room double Jacuzzi. Special amenities are also available including a romantic dinner at the San Soucis restaurant, special access to the Crown Club Lounge, plus a Lagoon Lunch Cruise. You know when you leave this special place that you will take with you life-long memories of your time at this lush tropical paradise.

Address: Boulevard Kukulcan, Km. 18.5 | Tel: (Toll-Free USA) (866) 455-2567; (562)-445-3498 | Fax: (562) 904-0922 | Email: reserv@crownparadise.com.
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MAROMA RESORT AND SPA Maroma is a living love story. Make it yours!
Few resorts in the world are as romantic as this deluxe 57 room resort built on 25 acres of unparalleled scenic beauty on Mexico's enchanting "Riviera Maya." It is a perfect paradise for honeymoons and wedding which is easily reached by direct flights to Cancun. Conceived by lovers, created with love, carved out of the jungle with loving hands and filled with romance, it offers an ideal setting to relax and begin your new life together. World class accommodations and facilities; impeccable personalized service and the utmost in privacy surround you at this idyllic honeymoon hideaway where everything you need to make every moment just as you dreamed it is at your fingertips. A sparkling white sand beach, clear turquoise waters and the world's second largest barrier reef are just outside your door. Maroma is living proof that great things come in small packages! 57 rooms. Address: Riviera Maya, 307 Kilometer 51, Quintana Mexico 77710. For brochures, packages and further information, call Toll Free USA (866)454 9351; (52)998 872-8200; or e mail reservations@maromahotel.com.
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CASA TURQUESA: 29 suites. A strictly deluxe boutique hotel with all the trimmings including Jacuzzis, massage, gym, pool, internet access, international TV and more. Plush decor that is comfortable as well as beautiful. Highly personalized service. A celebrity hideaway. Boulevard Kukulcan, Km. 13.5. | Tel: +52 (998) 193-2260 | Fax: +52 (998) 840-6035 | Toll-Free USA: (888) 528-8300 | Email: info@casaturquesa.com
FIESTA AMERICANA CORAL BEACH: 602 suites. Big but intimate. Shopping and entertainment action right outside the front door, but you feel world's apart. Everything is on a large scale that seems to make you want to be close together. Elegance and privacy in spite of the number of guests. Address: Boulevard Kukulcan, PO Box 5478 | Tel: 5-1000 | Fax: 5-1800 | USA: (800) Fiesta-1
RITZ CARLTON CANCUN: 369 rooms. This is like being in a European castle by the sea. You definitely feel like royalty. Two pools, a fitness center, and marble baths with ocean views are among the posh amenities. 24 hour room service and a 'Your wish is our command' ambience. Address: Retorno del Rey, lote 36 | Tel: 5-0808 | Fax: 5-1015 | USA: (800) 241-1333
CESAR PARK CANCUN BEACH & GOLF RESORT: 427 rooms. A larger than life property that makes you feel mite sized. Everything is on a grand scale. A new championship golf course and a small archaeological site are just across the street. The restaurant is romantic. You never have to leave the premises. Tasteful decor makes you feel elegant. Address: Retorno Lacandones, Km. 17 | Tel: 1-8000 | Fax: 1-8080 | USA: (800) 228-3000
CLUB LAGOON: 89 rooms. On the lagoon with a marina and beach club. Some rooms have terraces. Get to the bar on stilts overlooking the water at sunset. Enjoy the laid back, uncrowded atmosphere. Near action packed clubs and restaurants, but tranquility and privacy plus reign supreme. Go across the street for the ocean beach. Address: Boulevard Kukulkan Km. 20.5 | Tel: 3-1111 | Fax: 3-4959 | USA: (800) 221-5333

HONEYMOON TRAVEL TIPS:

Average year round temperature: 80 degrees F.
Weather tends to follow that of Miami.
Distance from the airport: 11 miles City code: 988
RIDE THE BUS: Busses operate along the Hotel Zone Highway. Some continue to Cancan City.
OTHER HOTELS: Try their restaurants and beaches.
MAKE RESERVATIONS: Reserve your restaurant. This resort can get crowded.
DAY TRIP to Isla Mujeres or Cozumel if you want a change of pace.

DON’T MISS:

XCARET: Day trip to this "eco-archaeological" park where you can swim with dolphins, snorkel to see marine life, visit a museum and enjoy nature at its finest.
CHRISTINE'S: A Night-on-the-Town at Christine's disco is one to be remembered.
TULUM: Day trip to Tulum, the only walled seaside Mayan City. Stop at hidden beaches off the main road on the way home.

RESTAURANTS:

LORENZILLO'S: One of Cancun's first favorites. Reserve a table on the outside balcony overlooking the water. If you want to add to the romance, start with drinks around sunset. Tel: (998) 883-1254.
CASA ROLANDI: Serving sophisticate Italian-Swiss cuisine since 1981, Casa Rolandi is one of the premiere restaurants in Cancun. The exceptional food, outstanding service, as well as the warm and inviting Mediterranean ambiance makes this dining experience a ‘must’ when honeymooning in Cancun. Many distinguished celebrities have come here to dine not only because of the owner’s passion for quality, but also to sample both classic and newly imaginative dishes in a casually elegant setting. Address: Plaza Caracol Shopping Mall, Blvd. Kukulcan Km. 8.5. To make reservations, call: +52 (998) 883-2557, or e-mail rolandicancun@rolandi.com. Web site: www.rolandi.com.

DESTINATION WEDDINGS:

Crown Paradise Club

When selecting a truly romantic setting for a Destination Wedding in Cancun, consider the Crown Paradise Club. This luxurious, all-inclusive resort located directly on the beach, is only 11 miles from downtown and only 20 minutes from the airport. Breathtaking views of both the Caribbean Ocean and the Nichupte Lagoon guarantee memorable sunrises and romantic sunsets for you and your guests. Packages range from $730 US for the Ceremony in Paradise Package to $1,700 US for their Luxury Package.

Based on a maximum of 14 people, the Crown Paradise Club’s Luxury Package includes:
- Civil Judge’s Fee.
- Marriage Certificate.
- Mariachi Band (10 songs).
- Performance of ceremony.
- Decorated location and use of the Wedding Gazebo.
- Choice of the resort’s previously recorded selection of music.
- Room up-grade to the honeymoon suite for one night (subject to availability).
- Bride’s hairstyling for the Ceremony.
- ½ hour massage on wedding day for the Bride and Groom.
- 2 bottles of domestic champagne & soft drinks (for 14 pp.).
- Wedding cake (for 14 pp.).
- Bouquet for the Bride, boutonniere for the Groom and table arrangement.
- Priority dinner reservations in the hotel restaurant of your choice.
- Champagne breakfast in bed the first morning as a “Married Couple” (upon request).
- Wedding organization and services of wedding coordinator.
- Late check out until 6:00 p.m. (upon request subject to availability).
- Witnesses, if required.
Total cost of package: $1,700 US payable in cash in resort.
- The price of the package is subject to change.
- The package is based on a maximum of 14 people.
- Upgrade to Honeymoon suite or next category room -- 20% off.
- Blood test is not included.
- Translation into other language is not included.
Contact weddingcoordinator@crownparadise.com or concierge@crownparadise.com to discuss this package.

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