Best wedding hotels on Isla Mujeres

Mia Reef

This is a great option for a private and luxurious wedding with the natural touch that will make it unforgettable.

The commodities include a four-course meal for the guests, event planning, service personnel, music, photography, flowers and much, much more.

Privilege Aluxes

A big hotel for your big day, this is a premium resort that offers full organization and adapts to any request that you may have.

The highlight of this option is probably the cooking service, which is prepared to fulfill any particular need or theme for your wedding.

Isla Mujeres Palace

This one is perfect if you want more than just one special day, offering up to 62 rooms for guests and has discounts for honeymoon stays.

On top of it, there’s a Spa with different services to keep you relaxed during your stay.

Hotel Posada del Mar

If you want a less luxurious option, then this is for you, equipped with everything you need for a perfect wedding on the beach with few guests.

The services include banquet, decoration and accommodations based on your budget to make a perfect, minimalist wedding.

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Festival of Life and Death Traditions, 2018.

The Festival of Life and Death Traditions began in 2005 as a way to recover and honor the traditions of different Mexican communities through contemporary art expressions. The Festival aims to display the Day of the Dead Tradition, which has been considered part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO since 2008. This year, Xcaret will present the 13th Edition: "Festival of Life and Death Traditions: Almas de Plata (Souls of Silver)" with the state of Zacatecas as the special guest.

Year after year the festival offers a wide variety of cultural activities and artistic expressions, and this year is no exception. The 13th Edition with Zacatecas as its special guest will have:

•     Dance performances: Folkloric ballet, pre-Columbian and contemporary dance, traditional rituals and festive dances.
  

•     Theater: Circus, Clown, Puppets, narrated and regional theater from Yucatán, Quintana Roo, Zacatecas and artists from Quebec, Canada.

•     Music: authentic corridos of the Mexican revolution, Yucatecan and Zacatecan traditional songs, jaraberos (ancestors of the Mariachi), special guests from Colombia & percussion ensemble. And if that were not enough, there will be 3 Gala concerts at the Gran Tlachco Theater.

•     Expositions, exhibitions, and workshops: altars, food sale with the most representative dishes of Zacatecas and Quintana Roo. There will also be interactive workshops, photography and painting exhibitions.

•     Cuisine: This year with Zacatecas as a special guest, the culinary demonstration will offer gorditas, brujitas from Sombrerete, condoches, tacos envenenados, traditional asado de boda, etc.

In this year's edition, Eugenia León and Ely Guerra will perform. On October 31, Eugenia  León, one of the greatest exponents of Mexican music, will perform solo at the Tlachco Theater.  On November 1, both Eugenia León & Ely Guerra will perform together! Finally, on November 3, Ely Guerra will perform solo in an intimate piano & voice concert.

This year's edition (as all have been) will be memorable: the state of Zacatecas will display the state's customs, its mining culture influence (hence the name of Souls of Silver), and its Revolutionary Period (the Battle of Zacatecas was decisive in the Mexican Revolution). Music, theater, dance, and other artistic expressions will be the medium for this memorable nights.

... And as if 4 days of celebration weren't enough, the Festival will continue with 2 extra days (November 3 & 4) in two official secondary venues: Teatro de la Ciudad de Playa del Carmen and Teatro de Cancún. But that's not all! For the first time, Hotel Xcaret Mexico will also be a secondary venue for artists will perform from October 30 to November 4.

If you want to assist to Xcaret during these days, you can book a private tour that includes: fully-air conditioned, private van, English speaking drivers AND Festival of Life & Death Traditions entrance here.

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4 Events you Can't Miss in October!

Triatlón Cozumel, 2018

This year Cozumel will host the AsTri Cozumel Triathlon 2018, a competition where swimming, cycling and running meet. The race will take place on Saturday, October 6 and there will be 5 categories open for registration: junior (ages 14 - 15), sprint (ages 16 - 17), olympic (ages 18 – 24), relay, and novice women (a women's only category). 

The race distances for the junior & novice women are 400 m for the swimming part of the race, 10 km for the cycling segment, and 2.5 km for the running stage. The distances for the sprint category are 750 m for the swimming segment, 20 km for the cycling stage & 5 km for the running part of the race. As for the olympic category, the distances are 1.5 km for the swimming stage, 40 km for cycling and 10 km for the running segment. 

The running & cycling segments of the race will take place on the cycle path located between the Mexico Whale Shark and Tortugas Beach, while the swimming part will be at Parque Chankanaab. For more information visit the official website.

Gran Canaria Big Band at the Cancun International Music Festival

With over 20 years of experience, and a complete success at the Canarias Jazz Festival 4 years in a row, the Gran Canaria Big Band will be the guest honor of the Cancun International Music Festival. 

The Cancun International Music Festival began in 2013 with 2 weeks full of music and culture. This year, from October 18 to October 27, we will celebrate the Festival’s 6th edition with the participation of 319 musicians from 13 nationalities, 43 activities & 22,000 spectators.

As a part of this festival, Teatro de Cancún in the Hotel Zone will present the Gran Canaria Big Band on Friday, October 19 at 20:30 hrs. If you can’t make it to Teatro de Cancún but want to enjoy the music -especially boleros-, don’t worry! On the 21st at 19:00 hrs, the Band will perform on Playa del Carmen for free! For more information visit Teatro de Cancun Website.

2018 Cancun Open 

After the great success of its first edition, the Cancun Open golf tournament is back! From October 30 to November 3, Cancun Golf Events will present the 2018 Cancun Open. This year, the tournament will be played in 3 different golf courses: Iberostar Playa Paraíso, Riviera Cancun and Moon Spa & Golf Club Cancun. Some of the prizes for Closest to the Pin include 8 cars, 8 trips to St. Andrews, Scotland; and stays at the Moon Palace Cancun.

Cancun Golf Events offers great all-inclusive packages at Moon Palace Cancun to enjoy the tournament. The packages include:

- 5 nights all-inclusive: all the food and drinks (at any of the 2 cafés, 4 bars & 10 restaurants available) on the hotel 24/7 and on the golf courses during the tournament rounds.

- 3 golf tournament rounds at 3 different courses.

- Round Trip Transportation to and from the Cancun International Airport.

- Round Trip Transportation to and from the Hotel to the Golf Course for each round.

- Shared Golf Cart for all 3 rounds.

- Welcome kit, special events during the tournament, amazing prices, and more!

There are 8 categories open for registration, and for each category, there’s the possibility to win any of the prizes. The categories are:

AA for professionals with no handicap index, or golfers with a handicap index of 0-5.7
A for golfers with a handicap index of 5.8 - 11.4
B for golfers with a handicap index of 11.5 - 16.4
C for golfers with a handicap index of 16.5 - 22.4
D for golfers with a handicap index of 22.5 - 28.9
E for golfers with a handicap index of 29.0 - 36.0
SENIORS 60+ YRS for senior golfers with a handicap index of 0 - 36
LADIES for female golfers with a handicap index of 0 - 36
For more information, visit the official website, or the official Facebook page.

Day of the Dead

One of the most iconic celebrations throughout Mexico is Día de Muertos, a celebration that honors life as it celebrates the life of the beloved ones that were once with us. From October 31 through November 2, the country is filled with colors, textures, and scents from the incense, food and flowers left on the altars. Every year, Xcaret Park presents the Festival of Life and Death Traditions. If you've been to the festival and want to experience Día de Muertos in a different way, you're on the right track! Here are some other places for you to visit and live an authentic Day of the Dead.

In Cancun, the celebration of Día de Muertos extends from the homes of (some) cancunenses to the local cemetery. This results in a variety of cultural activities & demonstrations throughout the city. Last year’s celebration in Cancun was called “Day of the Dead Festival: Dinner of Souls”, over 450 artists performed in different programs at different venues, all within walking distance: Plaza de la Reforma del Palacio Municipal, Teatro 8 de Octubre (near the local fire station), Parque de Las Palapas, Parque Bohemio (near La Habichuela in downtown), Parque del Pintor, Luum Pakul, and the Centro Cultural de las Artes. The festival included altars, and the traditional Day of the Dead food and cultural performances.

Although there is no official program for this year's celebration yet, Plaza de la Reforma del Palacio Municipal & Luum Pakul always offer cultural activities and altar demonstrations this time of the year.

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4 Perks of Traveling to Cancun and Riviera Maya in Low Season!

When planning a trip to Cancun and the Riviera Maya, you probably wonder when is best to travel. During the summer? Or maybe in winter to get away from the cold. Well, all year round is great to visit Cancun, but one of the best times to do so is during low season! Don’t you believe me? Here are a few reasons that might change your mind.
*Low seasons go from February to May & September to November.

The price difference is quite notorious.

The prices for the hotels go down and there are bargains everywhere. I can bet you’ll find a deal for that all-inclusive resort you’ve always wanted to visit and for that tour you’ve been looking to do for so long. You can also visit one of the museums in the area and go shopping at any of the malls in Cancun, where you can find great deals for souvenirs and clothes.

Fewer crowds = more fun

Another great thing about traveling to Cancun during low season is that you’ll find way fewer people everywhere, meaning you get to enjoy more of the beautiful paradises that the Mayan land offers to you. Many times you can find a cenote just for yourself or visit a desert Mayan Ruins site allowing you to take great photos without tumults of people in the background. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes; the paradise is all for you!

Weather is fantastic!

The low season of September, October and November are very special since the temperature is delightful. Although it can rain a bit, it usually is not a problem because most of the water parks and other attractions remain open and you can enjoy them without trouble. Besides, the rain doesn’t last long and after a small shower, you will surely see a beautiful rainbow. Basically, rain in Cancun means your afternoon is about to get more romantic.

Mexican Fiesta!

This time of the year is particularly special because of its numerous celebrations. Fiesta starts with the Mexican Independence Day, in which people decorate their businesses, houses and pretty much all town with the colorful green, white and red that represent the Mexican flag. You will feel welcomed and excited to give the “Cry of Independence” as Mexicans do. Do you like Mariachi music? Tequila? Well, now is the perfect time to enjoy traditional Mexican music, dances and food in all sorts of parties; from traditional celebrations in restaurants and public parks to special parties in the bars and nightclubs all over the Riviera Maya.

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The best things to do on Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres is a beautiful place! Just being there is an amazing experience and you don’t need a lot of planning to enjoy yourself.

However, Isla is not only about beautiful scenery and warm beaches. There are more hidden treasures for you to discover. Here you have our favorite things to do on Isla Mujeres.

   1.        Visit Tortugranja

Sea turtles have made of Isla Mujeres their breeding ground for years. Tortugranja (Turtle Farm) gathers turtle eggs laid on the beach and incubates them to increase the chances of survival for all these beautiful creatures.

Don’t worry, they don’t keep turtles on the farm for their entire life. They release them into open waters, where they belong, on a huge celebration.

   2.        Tour Punta Sur

On the opposite side of the island tourist area, you will find Punta Sur (South Point), a contemporary art gallery located on a cliff. Yes, a cliff! If this place doesn’t impress you, I don’t know what will.

Also, Punta Sur is the easternmost spot in all of Mexico, which means that this is the first place in the whole country hit by sunlight, hence its slogan “Mexico’s Sunrise.”

   3.       Snorkel in MUSA

An underwater museum where you can snorkel and dive close to incredible sculptures! That is what you’ll find in the Underwater Museum of Art, a unique spot that allows you to capture astonishing pictures.

The 500 sculptures of this museum are divided in two galleries between Isla Mujeres and Cancun so you can admire them from wherever it fits you better. Both are great choices!

   4.        Explore Garrafon Natural Reef Park

Garrafon is a natural amusement park that offers a great arrange of activities like zip lines, kayaks and snorkel. Everything you need to spend an unforgettable afternoon on Isla Mujeres.

The magic of this park is on its natural beauty. Unlike other amusement parks, Garrafon truly makes you feel like you’re going on an adventure.

   5.       Swim at Dolphin Discovery

You can’t go wrong with dolphins, and here you can swim with them! More than an activity, this is a life experience, especially nurturing for the children.

This may be one of the most expensive things to do on this list, but I can assure you it’s worth every penny. It’s fun, memorable and for the whole family.

There you have it. Isla Mujeres has so many wonders for you to explore on your next visit. Don’t hesitate and see them yourself!

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