Prior to your arrival in Cancun, please communicate with the resort or Destify to arrange transportation options. Details regarding shuttle services or private transportation options are available through Destify. If you are traveling from Houston as a part of a group, please wait for communication regarding group transportation.
Please ensure that you have a valid passport for travel to Mexico. Check your passport's expiration date and make any necessary renewals well in advance. If you are applying for a passport for the first time, please visit your local passport office with your original birth certificate, passport photo (which can be taken onsite or at Walgreens $15), and money order for the passport book ($130).
• Visa Requirements: Depending on your nationality, you may require a visa to enter Mexico. Please check the visa requirements and make the necessary arrangements if applicable.
-The Bride & Groom’s reservation at the resort is for November 9-13th; please arrive and depart whenever you feel best for you.
-Mexico does not widely accept the Discover credit card, please utilize a Visa or Mastercard for hotel incidentals (hold of $200)
-Mexican chefs cook authentic foods, if you have particular taste buds, please bring your favorite mini condiments (under 4 oz- hot sauce, dressing, seasonings, etc.) to utilize while at the resort.
-Bring some cash to tip servers with outstanding services, if you're moved to (USD okay, no need to exchange for currency if you don't want to). ($1 USD= $18 MX Pesos)
-Although water is typically filtered at the resorts, you're encouraged to only drink the bottled water provided (not out of the faucet).
-There are kids clubs (4yo- 12 yo) and teens clubs (13yo- 17yo) available for no additional charge with daily activities in the afternoon until 11 pm.
-The legal adult age (for drinking and or serving alcohol, etc) in Mexico is 17 years old.
-Alcohol, drinks, food, and snack bars are all included. However, there are other amenities you can add for additional charges (ex, lobster, premium top-shelf alcohol, specialized hibachi, etc)
-All pool water seems to be one level (about 3-4 feet) throughout the resort (for the non-swimmers)
-The morning of, make reservations for the most popular restaurants for dinner.
In our opinion, here are the best food options:
Taj (Indian cuisine)- Chicken or Shrimp masala; chicken or shrimp curry (a good spice)
Zen (Asian cuisine)- Starters: Miso soup, shrimp tempura (small portions); Teriyaki Chicken; Japanese fried chicken
Gourmet Marche (Traditional/ American buffet)- black rice, fish, lamb, mashed potatoes
Gratzi (Italian)- Shrimp Alfredo, Snapper
Best mixed cocktails: La Paloma & Pina Colada
*Keep in mind, you may order as much as you want from the menu (pay attention to the items that cost).