By Dorothy Johnson /SunLover Travel DFW/ Mexico & Caribbean Wedding Travel Specialist Hotel Xcaret’s Sunset Wedding Package: Is it The Right Fit for You? If Hotel Xcaret has been sitting on your wedding vision board, I want to walk you through a promotion I’ve been getting a lot of questions about lately: the Sunset wedding package. At $3,950 USD, it’s one of the most generous all-inclusive offers I’ve seen come out of Xcaret in a while, and I think it’s worth breaking down properly before you get too far into planning. I’ll be honest with you the way I always am: this package isn’t for every couple. It comes with real requirements, and if you don’t meet them, the math changes fast. So let’s talk through exactly what’s included, who it works for, and what to watch out for. What Makes This One of the Best Hotel Xcaret Wedding Packages Right Now The Sunset package is a promotional wedding package available at both Hotel Xcaret México =, priced at $3,950 USD. It’s built for couples who can bring a solid-sized guest group and commit to a room block at the resort. In exchange, you get a full wedding day: ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, coordination, and more, largely handled by Xcaret’s in-house team. You just show up and say I do. That’s genuinely the idea here. What’s Included Ceremony Symbolic ceremony with a minister Ceremony venue with a special gazebo, set by the hotel Table and chair setup Audio and microphone Cocktail Hour Standard cocktail setup with a 1-hour open bar Friday and Saturday weddings also include passed hors d’oeuvres (4 pieces per person) Reception Reception venue with standard dinner setup Three-course plated dinner 3-hour open bar Beyond the Ceremony A dedicated wedding coordinator to handle the details Bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere Bouquets and boutonnieres for up to 4 members of your wedding party Amenity delivered on the wedding night Romantic breakfast the next morning A personalized gift for the two of you Pressing and preparation of your wedding day attire (2 pieces max) A 2-hour photo session with Xtudio Xcaret, scheduled before or after the wedding That’s a genuinely full day for $3,950, and it’s the kind of value I look for before I recommend a promotion to my couples. Who Actually Qualifies This is where I ask you to slow down and read carefully, because the eligibility rules are firm. Guest count. You’ll need a minimum of 50 guests if you’re marrying Sunday through Thursday, or 60 guests for a Friday or Saturday wedding, and that count includes the two of you. Room block. Sunday–Thursday weddings require a minimum of 25 rooms booked for 3 nights. Friday and Saturday weddings require 30 rooms for 3 nights. Every single one of those rooms needs to be at Hotel Xcaret México or Hotel Xcaret Arte, and all of it has to be booked under the same contract. Everyone stays on property. All of your guests need to be inside that room block. No booking around it, no staying elsewhere to save a few dollars. Reservations made outside the contracted block, or through another channel entirely, get penalized. Eligible months. This promotion is valid for weddings taking place in 2026 & 2027. Months that qualify are January, June, July, August, September, October, and December. In-house vendors only. Anything outside the package gets quoted separately and has to come from Xcaret’s own vendor list. Is This the Right Package for You? If you’re picturing an intimate wedding of 20 people, this isn’t your package, and that’s okay. There are other ways I can get you into Xcaret that fit a smaller guest list. But if you already know you’re bringing a bigger crowd, if a Riviera Maya wedding with five-diamond accommodations and unlimited park access for your guests sounds like your people, and if you’re getting married in one of those eligible 2026 & 2027 months, this is genuinely one of the strongest values I’ve seen this property offer. I only take on two couples a month, on purpose, so that I can sit with the numbers like this for each one of you and tell you honestly whether a promotion like Sunset Pakcage actually pencils out for your guest list, or whether your money is better spent elsewhere. That’s the whole point of working with me instead of going straight to the resort. Ready to see if Xcaret is calling your name? Reach out and let’s get you one step closer to saying “I do” on that gazebo.
Destination Wedding Trends for 2027: What Couples Are Actually Doing Differently
If you got engaged in the last year, destination wedding trends 2027 have probably been living rent-free in your head ever since — and this post is for you I’m Dorothy, founder of SunLover Travel DFW and a Hyatt Top 100 Travel Agent. I work exclusively with couples planning destination weddings in Mexico and the Caribbean. I only work with two couples a month. Your wedding is a big deal to me, and I want to actually have the time to make it feel that way. Here’s what I’m actually seeing with destination wedding trends this year. Not predictions, not guesses. Real shifts happening with real couples. The Wedding Day Is Becoming the Wedding Week This is the biggest change I’ve seen in the last two years and it’s not slowing down. Couples are arriving three, four, sometimes five days before the ceremony. Bachelor and bachelorette parties are happening at the resort before the wedding instead of a separate trip somewhere else. Welcome dinners, beach bonfires, catamaran excursions, spa mornings, farewell brunches. The ceremony is still the centerpiece but it’s surrounded by a full experience that gives everyone a reason to arrive early and stay late. Your guests traveled to Mexico or the Caribbean for you. Couples are leaning into that and building something they’ll all talk about for years Guest Experience Is the Priority, Not the Aesthetic I still see couples fall in love with a resort because of Instagram. And sometimes that resort is the right fit. But what I’m seeing shift is where the energy goes once they book. Couples are asking different questions now. Which resort is easiest for first-time international travelers? What room categories give guests the best value? How do we make this accessible for the people who really want to come but are watching their budget? The couples I work with want their guests taken care of. That’s what’s driving decisions more than anything else right now. Smaller Guest Lists. Bigger Moments More couples are choosing 40 to 80 guests intentionally. Not because they have to, but because they want to. Fewer people means more time with everyone who showed up. It means a more intimate ceremony. It means the reception actually feels like a celebration with the people you love most instead of a production you’re managing. I’ve had couples tell me it was the best decision they made. The ones who went smaller almost always say that. Private Matters More Than Ever Shared spaces at all-inclusive resorts have always been part of the deal. But couples in 2027 are willing to pay for privacy in a way I didn’t see as much before. Private cocktail hours. Private beach receptions. Buying out a catamaran for the day. Rooftop dinners that aren’t open to the rest of the resort. The ask I hear most often now is some version of: we don’t want our wedding to feel like it’s happening next to a stranger’s vacation. It’s a reasonable ask. And the resorts I recommend have options to make it happen. Early Planning Is No Longer Optional I’ve always told couples working with a destination wedding travel agent to start 12 to 18 months out. What’s changed is how many couples are learning this the hard way. The best venues book fast. The Sky Rooftop Gazebo at Secrets Moxché is a perfect example. Once couples see it, they want it, and availability goes quickly. Room blocks at popular resorts during peak season fill up. Flight prices move. Starting early isn’t just about locking in a date. It’s about giving your guests the best possible rates, the best room options, and enough runway to actually plan a trip around your Caribbean destination wedding or Mexico wedding. The couples who start early have a smoother experience across the board. Every time. What No Destination Wedding Trend 2027 Will Ever Change The reason people choose destination weddings in the first place. You just show up and say I do. Your guests get a vacation. Everyone leaves closer than they arrived. And you have memories from a place that actually meant something, not a ballroom you walked into once and never thought about again. That part isn’t a trend. That’s why this keeps growing. If you’re in the early stages of planning and want to talk through resort options, timing, or what the destination wedding guest travel process actually looks like, I’d love to connect. Dorothy | SunLover Travel DFW Mexico & Caribbean Wedding Travel Specialist | Hyatt Top 100 Travel Agent
Playa del Carmen Wedding: Is Secrets Moxché the Best All-Inclusive Destination Wedding Resort in Mexico?
By Dorothy | SunLover Travel DFW— Mexico & Caribbean Wedding Travel Specialist Expert Travel Specialist Tells All If you are dreaming of a Playa del Carmen wedding, Secrets Moxché should be at the top of your list. This adults-only luxury all-inclusive resort in the heart of the Riviera Maya has become one of the most sought-after destination wedding resorts in Mexico for good reason. I’m Dorothy, founder of SunLover Travel DFW and a Hyatt Top 100 Travel Agent. I work exclusively with couples planning destination weddings in Mexico and the Caribbean. Secrets Moxché is one of my favorites to talk about and here’s everything couples ask me before they decide. @destinationweddingmexico The walk you’ll remember for the rest of your life. #secretsmoxche #skyterrace #destinationwedding #bridesoftiktok #playadelcarmen ♬ Chopin Nocturne No. 2 Piano Mono – moshimo sound design Why does Secrets Moxché stand out from other Playa del Carmen resorts? It’s one of the most visually striking all-inclusive resorts in Riviera Maya. The design blends modern architecture with natural beauty of the Mexican Caribbean. Think Cenote- inspired pools, stone pathways, and lush tropical greenery woven throughout the property. It’s almost more private than comparable resorts, so couples can genuinely exhale and be present. No crowds, no chaos, just the people you love most celebrating in one of the most beautiful places. What are the wedding venues options? This is where Secrets Moxché really shines. Six dedicated wedding venues including the Beach, the Sky Rooftop Wedding Gazebo, the Pool Terrace, the Cenote Area, the Mystique Area, and an indoor Ballroom means there is a setting for every aesthetic and guest count. My personal favorite is the Sky Rooftop Wedding Gazebo. It boasts the highest viewpoint in Playa del Carmen with views as far as the eye can see. There is something about standing that high above the Caribbean, looking out at the horizon with the person you love. It is the kind of moment couples carry with them forever. For larger crops, the Beach venue puts the Caribbean directly behind your ceremony and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Making this one of the most breathtaking Playa del Carmen wedding settings you’ll find. Is it a good fit for guests who have never traveled to Mexico? Absolutely, and this is actually one of the things I love most about recommending Secrets Moxché. Not everyone on your guest list has traveled internationally, and the last thing you want is for anyone to feel stressed or out of place at your Mexico destination wedding. The resort sits just 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen’s famous Quinta Avenida and 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport, making arrivals easy. Once on property, guests have access to 11 dining options, premium drinks, and 24-hour room and concierge services — all included in the all-inclusive experience. First-time Mexico travelers tend to arrive nervous and leave already planning their next trip. Why does Secrets Moxche stand out from other Playa del Carmen Resorts? What is the room block and guest travel process like? This is where most couples are surprised by how much is involved. Getting married at an all-inclusive resort like Secrets Moxché means coordinating travel for anywhere from 20 to 200 guests, all with different budgets, schedules, and questions. I specialize in making that process completely seamless so you can focus on your destination wedding and not the logistics. From securing your room block at a negotiated rate, managing every guest reservation, tracking payments, answering guest questions, and building a custom wedding website, your guests have one person to call and one place to go. You get to show up and enjoy your wedding week without playing travel agent for everyone you love. When should couples start planning a Playa del Carmen wedding at Secrets Moxché? Earlier than you think and I say that with love. The Sky Rooftop Gazebo books fast. It is the most requested venue at the resort and once couples see it, they understand why. Room availability during peak season fills quickly once a wedding date is set. I typically recommend starting the conversation at least 12 to 18 months out. The earlier we lock in your room block, the better the rates we can secure for your guests and the sooner you can stop wondering and start celebrating. What do I bring to your destination wedding travel experience? When you work with me, you get a specialist who has been inside these resorts, knows the venues firsthand, and understands exactly what it takes to get your people there without the chaos. Here’s what I handle: Resort guidance — honest advice on whether Secrets Moxché is truly the right fit for your vision and your guests Room block setup and management — negotiated rates, contract review, and every guest reservation tracked Guest travel coordination — from first inquiry to final check-in, your guests have someone to call Guest questions and communication — I handle the back-and-forth so you’re not playing travel agent for your own wedding Payment tracking — every guest payment monitored and accounted for Payment tracking — every guest payment monitored and accounted for Keeping everything organized and on schedule — so nothing falls through the cracks and you can actually enjoy the process Two couples per month means I know your guests by name, your timeline by heart, and your vision inside out. Because your destination wedding is not just an event on a calendar. It is one of the most meaningful moments of your life, and you deserve someone fully invested in every detail. Ready to plan your Mexico destination wedding at Secrets Moxché? Your destination wedding deserves more than a generic booking experience. I specialize exclusively in destination wedding travel for Mexico and the Caribbean, working with a limited number of couples each month to ensure every single detail is handled with care. If Secrets Moxché feels like the right place for your Playa del Carmen wedding, I’d love to be part of your
Why I Only Work With 2 Couples A Month— And What That Means To You
By Dorothy Johnson SunLover Travel DFW · Destination Wedding Travel Specialist When couples first hear that I limit my business to just two weddings a month, the most common reaction is: “Wait — why would you turn away business?” It’s a fair question. And the honest answer says everything about how I work — and whether I’m the right person to help you plan your destination wedding in Mexico or the Caribbean. Most Travel Agents Are Stretched Thin The destination wedding travel world is full of agents who manage dozens of couples at once. Agents take inquiries, recommend resorts, set up room blocks — and then agents leave couples to figure out the rest on their own. Nobody answers guest questions for days. Agents miss rooming list deadlines. Nobody catches it when the resort quietly changes a room category. I know this because couples come to me after those experiences. They booked with someone else first, something slipped through, and now they are stressed — sometimes months before their wedding. “Two couples a month means I know your love story — because I actually take the time to get to know you as a couple.” What a Destination Wedding Travel Specialist Actually Does For You When I take on your wedding, I am not handing you a portal and wishing you luck. I am in it with you — from the first conversation about which resort actually fits your vibe, to answering your Aunt Linda’s questions about room upgrades, to managing your room block as your guest list shifts and changes. Why Knowing These Resorts Personally Changes Everything I have personally visited the resorts I recommend in Mexico and the Caribbean. Because I have been there, I can tell you which resorts have the best ocean views and the most beautiful beach settings. I can tell you which wedding coordinator is amazing and which one needs a little more follow-up from me. Here’s What That Looks Like In Practice Because I have built real relationships with these resorts over the years, I can walk you through the true pros and cons of every wedding package — straight from the source. Your messages never pile up unanswered. You always hear back from me, not an assistant. I notice when something looks off with your room block before you do. On your wedding day, you are not a file number. You are the whole point. The Difference You Will Feel From Day One I do not take on every couple that comes my way. If I already have two weddings in your month, I will be upfront about that, and we can talk about whether a different timeline works — or I can point you toward someone I trust. But if the timing lines up, you gain a destination wedding travel specialist who stands fully in your corner, from first inquiry to final toast. No overwhelm. No dropped balls. Just you, your people, and a wedding in paradise that unfolds exactly the way you imagined. That is the trade I made when I decided to build this business the boutique way. And I would make the same choice all over again. READY TO GET STARTED? If your destination wedding in Mexico or the Caribbean is on the horizon, now is the time to reach out. Let’s have a real conversation about your vision, your resort, and whether we’re the right fit for each other. Book your complimentary consultation with me today.
Secluded Honeymoon Destinations in the Caribbean
Planning a wedding can be quite the task, but so is choosing your honeymoon destination. There are thousands of destinations around the world that will be perfect for your honeymoon. So, the task of narrowing all of your options down can be daunting. Even if you already know you want to honeymoon in the Caribbean. After all, there are more than seven hundred islands, islets, cays, and reefs within the Caribbean. A few of those islands are quite popular amongst the honeymoon crowds, as well as families and friends wanting to enjoy the beautiful Caribbean weather. But there are a few secluded honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean that offer everything you want as you start your new life together as a married couple. Today, I am sharing my favorite secluded honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean with you. Antigua Antigua is one of the Leeward Islands within the Caribbean. This tropical paradise is one of the best places to enjoy an all-inclusive secluded honeymoon. Especially if a lot of your time is spent relaxing on the beach, since there are more than three hundred beaches in Antigua. Of course, you may also want to spend your days sailing around the island and indulging in some of the best seafood you will ever taste. The Hammock Cove Resort is one of my favorite honeymoon resorts in Antigua. Your accommodations will be a private villa with an expansive outdoor space and private plunge pool. Your mornings and evenings can be spent outside, as you gaze out towards the Caribbean. Grenada You will never feel rushed when you honeymoon on the island of Grenada. This island has managed to prevent mass tourism, which means you can enjoy the unspoiled landscape throughout your visit. Grenada is known as the Spice Island, since it is one of the largest spice exporters of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. If you love to cook as a couple, you may want to check out how the spices are produced here. Long walks through the lush gardens and acres of tropical fruit are possible at De la Grenade Industries. And you won’t want to skip a visit to the River Antoine Rum Distillery. This is one of the oldest rum distilleries in the world. You will love trying their rum and will want to bring some back home with you. Turks and Caicos It may surprise you that Turks and Caicos is on this list of secluded honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean. Despite the popularity of these islands, you won’t find yourselves amongst a lot of people during your visit. As you are planning your honeymoon in Turks and Caicos, you will find there are plenty of five-star resorts to choose from. I can help you find the perfect one for your special vacation. I recommend spending a day sailing around Little Ambergris Cay or Fort George Cay. A sunset cruise is another option if you want to keep the romance going late into the evening. Private horseback rides on the beach and jet ski tours of West Harbour Bluff will allow you to have an adventure or two during your honeymoon. You may even want to escape to one of the secluded cays during your honeymoon. Pine Cay, Water Cay, and Half Moon Cay are all excellent choices. Anguilla Spending time on a secluded beach is quite possible when you choose to honeymoon in Anguilla. This gorgeous island has more than thirty beaches filled with soft white sand. Since this is one of the smaller Caribbean Islands, you can easily spend a day beach hopping to find your favorite beach. The water is always warm in Anguilla, so venture out to see marine life while snorkeling or scuba diving. Or spend time on a boat, as you relax with a drink in one hand and your spouse’s hand in the other. At night, take a long walk on the beach, as the moon and stars shine overhead. Enjoy a candlelit dinner or order room service if you don’t feel like going to a restaurant. The options are truly endless when you are honeymooning in paradise. St. Vincent and the Grenadines You may want to add St. Vincent and the Grenadines to your secluded honeymoon destination in the Caribbean list and visit now before this area grows in popularity. Especially since one of the newest Sandals Resorts just opened here. Thankfully, this destination has more than thirty islands, so you should be able to find the solitude you are searching for on one of them. This is an excellent place to go snorkeling, diving, and sailing. You can even make memories as you swim with the turtles or explore a deserted island. The Exumas in the Bahamas The Exumas in the Bahamas are actually two islands, Great Exuma and Little Exuma, connected with a bridge. You will find plenty of adventurous activities to do as a couple on these two islands. A couple of the unique activities include swimming with pigs, feeding iguanas, and swimming with the sharks. Don’t worry, you won’t need to be adventurous during your entire honeymoon. There will still be time for candlelit dinners, long walks along the beach, and simply relaxing in your luxurious suite. These are some of my favorite secluded honeymoon destinations in the Caribbean. These islands won’t be as crowded as Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and Aruba, so you can really relax and enjoy each other’s company. Schedule a complimentary consultation with me to discuss which one of the secluded honeymoon destinations will be perfect for celebrating your new life together. We can work together to create the honeymoon of your dreams without the crowds.