RIVIERA MAYA

• Banyan Tree Mayakoba A harmonious blend of nature and luxury, Banyan Tree Mayakoba takes opulent living to new heights with the first all-pool villa resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico.
  
  Situated within the gates of eco-haven Mayakoba, step into this new 5 star hotel in Riviera Maya and be enchanted by the romance of travel, fused with a unique sense of tranquil and private space, and complemented by touches of our signature Asian hospitality and warmth.
  
  Choose to... fine-tune your golf strokes on a championship course at the . Rejuvenate your senses with an invigorating massage at the . Enjoy the warm sunshine, white sand and blue waters of the Caribbean Sea at Riviera Maya along Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula... Dive or snorkel into the second-largest coral reef in the world stretching from the Yucatán to Guatemala for a memorable underwater adventure or simply relax in your own in the company of your loved one in the midst of unparalleled tranquility and immaculate Banyan Tree Mayakoba service.
  
  Yvonne Suñer Beltrán
  Events & Romance Manager, Banyan Tree Mayakoba
  Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juárez Km 298
  Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
  México, 77710
  DID: (52) 984 877 3675
  
  
  
  
• Ceiba Del Mar: 83 rooms/suites. A unique five star luxury boutique hotel and spa resort on the Mexican Caribbean. It is the ideal location to exchange your vows in a beautiful setting at the ocean. It’s a unique choice for your honeymoon with romantic ocean side dinners, luxury and privacy and stunning ocean views from every room. Address: Costera Norte Lote 1 SM 10 Mza. 26, Puerto Morelos, Q. Roo, Riviera Maya | Tel: (Toll-Free USA) (877) 545-6221 | Fax: +52 (998) 872-8061 | Email: For more information see
  
  
• The Reef Playacar Resort & Spa is a wonderful 202 room resort with a beach front location. The resort offers an all inclusive program including 2 a la carte restaurants, several bars, an ice cream parlor, 2 pools and an ocean view Jacuzzi, plus non- motorized water sports. With day & night entertainment there is always something to do. The hotel also offers special honeymoon packages, a Spa and Wellness centre, romantic beach dinners and massages on the beach. The Reef Playacar is located on walking distance of the famous 5th avenue in the Playa del Carmen.
  Toll Free USA: (866) 384-3656
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• NH Riviera Cancún is an upscale resort offering a high level of luxury with the added simplicity and comfort of All-Inclusive.
  There are endless reasons to become enchanted with our Resort, ranging from 550 luxuriously appointed suites including Junior Suites and our exclusive adults-only VIP Paradise Club Suites, all featuring Jacuzzis, 300 thread count linen sheets and 24-hour room service, to our 12 premier restaurants and bars that offer spectacular dining experiences and top-shelf brands to delight your senses and titillate your palette.
  Phone: +52 (998) 872 88 73/ FAX. +52 (998) 872 88 89
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HONEYMOON TRAVEL TIPS:

• Area code:  984
  
  
• Spring and summer months can be humid.  Bring light cotton clothing.
  
  
• The Yucatan is very flat.  Getting around is easy.
• Reserve a rental car before you go. This is an area you’ll want to explore on your own.
• Scuba divers delight! You can dive along the great Mayan Reef, the second largest barrier reef in the world!

• Snorkel almost anywhere. Just put on a mask. Often, you don’t even have to swim.  The colorful tropical fish will swim around you!!
  
  
• Visit Sian Ka’an, Mexico’s largest ecological preserve.  The flora and fauna will amaze you!
  
  
• Xacaret is a Mayan version of  Disney World based on water related activities.  Linger over a "café" in a café on 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen.  You can watch the local world go by.  After dark, it revs up into action packed merriment.  Everything from mariachis to salsa music fills the air, and the fun is contagious.
  
  
• Visit at least one of the amazing archaeological sites such as Tulum or Coba to get a feel of the ancient past. 

RESTAURANTS:

Many of the best dining experiences can be found in hotels and resorts along the corridor. Telephone to ask if non-guests can dine in their restaurants, and you’ll enjoy some ultra romantic meals.  La Lunita in Hacienda de las Tortugas in Akumal; Ambar in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Maroma in Playa del Carmen are just a few of the stars.

Here are a few more informal spots in Playa del Carmen:

• AJUA MAYA: Five-star garden dining. Popular and action packed. Ajua delights diners who love Mayan lobster or Angus beef. Features both Mayan and Mexican cuisine. Live Latin music and friendly waiters add to the fun. Tel: (984) 873-2523. (USA): (818) 581-4075.
  
  
• TARRAYA:  The owners may have caught the fish on your plate that morning.  Seafood dishes are the specialty in this informal place where the view is a sweeping stretch of beach.  Tel: (984)873 2040.
  
  
• BYBLOS: France comes to Mexico in this cozy oasis where your dinner will be quiet, candlelit and full of romance.  Reservations are a must. Tel: (984) 803-1790.
  
  
• YAXCHE:  Get a taste of world famous Yucatan cuisine in a setting that evokes the rich Mayan culture.  You’ll learn a lot about delicious regional dishes and love doing it. Wedding coordinator is available. Tel: (984) 873 2502.

DESTINATION WEDDINGS:

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  Banyan Tree Mayakoba is all about the romance of travel, connecting with people and their culture, and creating unforgettable, cherished memories. It's a Sanctuary for the Senses, where couples can enjoy an intimate retreat experience with our signature blend of romance, rejuvenation and exotic sensuality.

  Being in love is the ultimate experience and it's here at Banyan Tree Mayakoba where we offer the perfect atmosphere to do just that. Placing special emphasis on providing guests with a sense of place, our resort offers 132 luxury private all-pool villas with a unique blend of Asian-Mexican hospitality. When you're not relaxing in your private villa, luxuriate in our award-winning Banyan Tree Spa, experience the flavors of our signature Saffron Restaurant featuring contemporary Thai cuisine, or browse the Banyan Tree Gallery which showcases indigenous arts and crafts from community projects throughout the world.

  Wedding ceremonies at Banyan Tree Mayakoba can be arranged at various locations within the resort: along the white sand beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea, at our majestic ballroom (with a height of 21 feet) or at our extensive terrace overlooking the mangroves and canals. However, the most unique venue for a wedding ceremony would be your own private villa, overlooking the lagoons or the beach.

  Yvonne Suñer Beltrán
  Events & Romance Manager, Banyan Tree Mayakoba
  Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juárez Km 298
  Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
  México, 77710
  DID: (52) 984 877 3675