Sydney & Andy

Are getting married February 26, 2024

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Our Love Story

Love story
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Finest Playa Mujeres

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The Trip

We can't wait to see you!
February 24-27
Playa Mujeres, Mexico

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The Ceremony

February 26, 2024
5:00 PM
TBD

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The Party

Cocktail Hour & Reception February 26, 2024
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Our Story

It all began at a Halloween party in downtown Iowa City when Sydney and Andy were introduced to each other by a mutual friend who thought they’d be the perfect match. Although they hit it off they didn’t see each other much after that night.
 
Andy moved a crossed the country to California for a short while and the two maintained a close friendship while he was there. Fortunately, a year later Andy found his way back home to Iowa- and Sydney. Since then, the two have been pretty much inseparable. 
 
After two years of dating the two made the greatest decision to add one to the crew and adopted their furbaby Mia. Over the years Sydney & Andy have experienced many of life’s ups and downs together, countless trips & family vacations and lots of disagreements that the West High is the best High (sorry City high folks!).
 
Almost 10 years’ worth of memories later Sydney and Andy cannot wait for this next chapter to begin! 

The Big Day!

Sydney & Andy are very much looking forward to spending time with you in Mexico.

Please read through all sections below, check the FAQs, and don’t forget to fill out the RSVP form to start getting pricing!  Even if you are still unsure if you can make it, it is very helpful to receive an RSVP.

Tentative schedule for the week of the wedding:

Keep in mind that the arrival and departure dates are suggestions, you can stay as little or as long as you’d like! 

 

Saturday, February 24, 2024: Suggested arrival date.

Sunday, February 25, 2024: Enjoy the resort! Welcome Party*

Monday, February 26, 2024: The big day! Ceremony at 5:00 with a cocktail hour and reception to follow. Bring your dancing shoes!

Tuesday, February 27, 2024: Relax after the wedding. Potential group excursion to Isla Mujeres*

Wednesday, February 28, 2024: Suggested departure date

 
*Subject to change. You will receive the final itinerary before departure

How it works

Even if you’re not 100% sure that you can make the trip, and you just want to get more info, please click here to fill out the RSVP form

Reserve your room in 2 easy steps!

 

1. Complete the RSVP form. Click here. You will be able to compare rooms and rates from within the RSVP form. NOTE: Once you successfully submit your RSVP, you will receive a copy of your responses via e-mail. If you have not received this, then you may not have finished submitting your RSVP. 

2. Submit your deposit. Once you’ve completed the RSVP form you will automatically be directed to an optional payment page to submit your deposit. Please remember that pricing and availability are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. If you wish to make occasional or monthly payments, please use the same link.

Room deposit: $150.00 per person. If there are two people in your room, then your total deposit will be $300. 

Important Dates: 

RSVP Deadline: April 1, 2023

Deposit Deadline: May 1, 2023

Second Deposit due (50% of total): August 1, 2023

Final Payment: November 15, 2023

 

Please note!  submitting an RSVP form does not guarantee your room. You must place a deposit on a room to hold your room & rate.

You can find the answer to the most frequently asked questions here!

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The Resort

Finest Playa Mujeres

Finest Playa Mujeres is an All Inclusive resort that lets you connect when you want and disconnect when you need to. Aesthetic simplicity flows throughout the rows of sparkling pools, above-the-curve inclusions, and all-suite accommodations at this resort for all ages.

Finally find the time to celebrate and enjoy time together. Set on a peninsula with pristine virgin beaches and endless sand dunes, this place will have you looking out over the deepest Caribbean blues as you revel in delightful areas created for kids and for adults only.

  • 450 rooms
  • 11 restaurants
  • 16 bars & lounges
  • 24-hour room service
  • 10 pools
  • Spa & fitness center
  • Daily & nightly entertainment
  • Children’s program
  • Non-motorized water sports included
  • Separate adults-only area of resort (Excellence Club Rooms) with bar, restaurant, & 24/7 concierge

What's included

Airport transfers are included in the rates. 

 

Guests staying at the Finest Playa Mujeres will enjoy 24-hour Infinite Excellence bespoke service, which includes:

 

• Special Welcome Cocktail and cool towel

• Full breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks each day

• 11 à la carte, 1 buffet and 1 food truck options for dinner

• 3 à la carte lunch options, 1 buffet and 1 snack grill at the beach

• Takeaway wood oven pizza

• 16 bars

• Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks

• Unlimited international premium and domestic alcoholic beverages

• 24 hour room service

• Pool and beach waiter service

• 10 swimming pools (5 heated in winter in the Club areas), with a total of 35,000 sq ft

• 14 outdoor hot water Jacuzzis (3 of them in the Club section)

• Non-motorized water sports (sailing, sea kayaking, paddle board, snorkeling gear)

• Daily activities

• Nightly shows

• Tennis clinics

• Fully equipped fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment

• Free wireless internet

• All taxes and gratuities.

Room options

The following rooms are included in the room block.  You will find the rates in the following section.  Don’t see a room you are interested in booking?  Let me know!

Keep in mind

Occupancy limits:  Please check the occupancy limits and let me know if you have any questions.

“Oceanview” vs. “Oceanfront”: An Oceanfront room category is going to have a straight-on view of the ocean. An “Oceanview” room will have a view of the ocean but it is very unlikely that it will be a straight-on view of the ocean. At this resort, "Beachside" can also mean that it is in the building closest to the beach. 

The rooms!

Junior Suite Spa or Pool View: 800 Square Feet. Every detail of this modern Junior Suite exudes an uplifting sensation of maximum relaxation and tranquility, down to its spa-like bathroom with a rain shower for two, an expansive private terrace or balcony where you’ll unwind on a lounge bed, and the oversized jacuzzi for two. Each features a king or two double beds as well as an L-shaped sofa.

  • Bedding: King bed or two double beds. This can be requested but not guaranteed.
  • Maximum occupancy: 3 adults. Max 4 if there are children in the room.

 

Junior Suite Swim Up Suite: 950 Square feet. Ideal for vacationers who just love to cool off with a dip in the pool, our oversized Junior Swim-Up Suites are a delight from the inside out. With direct access to your building’s bright and blissful pool, you’ll be connected but effortlessly secluded throughout your Playa Mujeres escape.

  • Bedding: King bed  
  • Maximum occupancy: 3 adults. Max 4 if there are children in the room.

 

Junior Suite Private Pool: 1600 square feet. Craving a pool all to yourselves? Our romantic suites with private pools give you the perfect place to unwind and connect while we uplift your All-Inclusive vacation with ahead-of-the-curve amenities and truly spacious accommodations. During your stay in this space, you’ll find yourself stepping out onto the terrace every afternoon to stretch out in the sunbeds and take a cool dip in your very own 140 square foot pool.

  • Bedding: King bed 
  • Maximum occupancy: 3 adults. Max 4 if there are children in the room.

 

Finest Club Junior Suite Ocean View: 800 square feet. Wake up to the magic of Caribbean Sea views and indulge in Finest Club amenities. These luxury Junior Suite Ocean View accommodations each have a king or two double beds, an L-shaped sofa bed, and an expansive private balcony or terrace with a comfortable lounge bed and oversized jacuzzi for two. Spa-like bathrooms feature a rain shower for two, a separate water closet, and double vanities.

  • Bedding: King bed or two double beds. This can be requested but not guaranteed.
  • Maximum occupancy: 3 adults. Max 4 if there are children in the room.

 

Excellence Club Junior Suite Ocean View: 800 square feet. There’s nothing more bewitching than waking up to sea views for two at Finest Playa Mujeres. This luxury Junior Suite Ocean View option provides you with a place for making memories to last a lifetime. With 800 square feet of lavish space and high-end amenities, here you can choose between spending a quiet evening in your oversized jacuzzi or viewing the Caribbean Sea from your expansive private balcony or terrace.

  • Bedding: King bed
  • Maximum occupancy: 2 adults

 

Excellence Club Two Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool: 1,600 square feet. At Finest Playa Mujeres, our Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool is designed to impress. This modern oceanfront suite boasts a private rooftop terrace with a plunge pool and lounge space created for prime relaxation. On the lower floor, a cozy king bed awaits you, along with a spa-like bathroom, an additional terrace, a jacuzzi for two, and of course the impressive list of Excellence Club amenities.

  • Bedding: King bed 
  • Maximum occupancy: 2 adults

Rates

Double Occupancy Rates 

Rates are per person, based on two or three people sharing a room.

Rates include hotel and private airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional.

Junior Suite Spa or Pool View:

  • $298 per person per night
  • $151 per child 4-12
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Teens count as adults 

Junior Suite Private Pool:

  • $333 per person per night
  • $166.50 per child 4-12
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Teens count as adults 

Junior Suite Swim Up Suite:

  • $343 per person per night
  • $171.50 per child 4-12
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Teens count as adults 

Finest Club Junior Suite Ocean View:

  • $350 per person per night
  • $175 per child 4-12
  • Children 3 and under are free
  • Teens count as adults 

Excellence Club Junior Suite Ocean View:

  • $343 per adult per night

Excellence Club Two Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool:

  • $371 per adult per night
Child Rates only apply with 2 paying adults.

Single Occupancy Rates

Rates are based on only one person being in a room by themselves.  Rates include hotel and private airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional.

PLEASE NOTE:  If you initially book a room by yourself, it will be at this single-occupancy rate.  If at any point before final payment you add someone to your room, your rate will automatically change to the double-occupancy rate above.

 

Junior Suite Spa or Pool View:$447 per night

Junior Suite Private Pool:$499.50 per night

Junior Suite Swim Up Suite: $514.50 per night

Finest Club Junior Suite Ocean View: $525 per night

Excellence Club Junior Suite Ocean View: $514.50 per night

Excellence Club Two Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool: $556.50 per night

If you are viewing this on a cell phone, please double-check that you are looking at the correct rates (double occupancy vs. single occupancy). 

 

Please note that there is a 3-night minimum. 

RSVP Form

Please click here to submit the RSVP form.

Can’t make it? We’ll miss you! You can decline and be removed from the email list via the RSVP form.

Gmail users frequently find our emails in their spam folders. Please be sure to whitelist Bliss Honeymoons so you don’t miss any important details about the trip

Flight info

You will fly into the Cancun airport. The airport code is CUN.

 

Given changes in the airline industry and the global pandemic, we encourage you to book your flights directly with the airline. If you want to discuss your flights more or would like us to send you specific flight suggestions, please let me know.

Your reservation includes airport transfers but we cannot book your transfers without your flight details.

Make sure to book your flights for the same days as your hotel reservation. If you plan to extend your stay at a different resort, please let me know so I can book your transfers accordingly.

Here are some tips:

  • Direct flights ensure more seamless and less stressful travel so consider booking a direct flight even if it is a little more expensive.
  • If you do have to book a flight with a layover, please pay close attention to the layover times. Airlines are notorious for allowing short layovers with a very high likelihood of missing the connection. While no one wants to sit around the airport for hours, you also don’t want the headache of missing your layover because of a short connection. I suggest choosing a schedule that has at least 1.5 hours on the way to your destination. On your way home, I suggest at least 2 hours to give extra time to get through immigration.
  • Pick an arriving flight as early in the day as you prefer so that you have more time at your destination.
  • For your returning flight, the ground transportation company will often pick you up three to four hours before your flight time so pick as late a departing flight as your schedule allows
  • Some airlines provide tickets that can be changed or canceled without a fee. This costs more upfront but can be helpful in these uncertain times.

Airport Transfers

Round trip transportation from the airport is included in the package. Once you have cleared customs and collected your bags, please proceed outside to the transfer area. 

 

Your transfers will be shared with anyone in the wedding group who is booked on the same flights as you. 

 

Travel Insurance and cancellation policy

Cancellation Policy

  • Before October 1, 2023: Original Deposit is non-refundable
  • October 1-November 15, 2023: 50% penalty for cancellations unless guests have travel insurance
  • After November 15, 2023: 100% penalty for cancellations unless guests have travel insurance
  • No-shows: 100% penalty regardless of travel insurance

Travel insurance will protect you from these cancellation fees if you need to cancel after your reservation is already in penalty.

Please note! Once the final payment due date has passed, penalties also apply to a reduction in nights, room category, or the number of people in your room.

I know that you may not be able to think of a reason that you would cancel your trip right now. It may be tempting to not include the cancellation insurance.

 

Keep in mind that the cancellation policy above will not be waived for ANY reason unless you have this cancellation travel insurance. This includes if you get COVID or the flu right before the trip and cannot travel. 

Still think you don't need insurance? Here are 14 reasons why you do!  These are all real reasons that weddings guests have had to cancel after the penalty period started. 

If you’re attending a destination wedding, chances are you’re booking several months in advance. While we’re sure you have every intention of making the trip, life can be unpredictable. The months between the deposit and your anticipated date of travel could bring a job change, illness, or other circumstances that could prevent you from traveling. Purchasing travel insurance is a smart investment that will protect you from financial loss.  

And because most medical insurance policies do not offer coverage outside the United States, we do not recommend traveling without insurance. Our trip insurance covers trip delay, trip cancellation, some medical coverage, lost luggage, and more. 

How does the Cancellation coverage work? 

  • The travel insurance would cover you with a “cancel for any reason” policy that would give you a refund for any non-refundable portions of your land reservation as long as you cancel at least 2 hours before departure. It does not include coverage for airfare.
  • Price: $150 per adult. $100 per child.
  • The cost of travel insurance is not refundable. 

The insurance also includes the following in-travel coverage. 

 

COVID FAQ

Please note that these are the policies that are in place as of February 2023. These rules could change between now and your departure date. Any updates will be posted here. The cancellation policy will not be waived if any of these policies change. 

 

Q. Is a COVID test required to enter Mexico?

A. No. Mexico has never required a test for entry. 

Q. Am I required to take a test to return to the United States? 

A. Effective June 12, 2022, travelers to the US are no longer required to test the day before flying home. 

Q. Could the COVID travel rules change? 

A. Definitely. It is impossible to know if the testing rules will be reinstated. Mexico never required travelers to be vaccinated, but that is technically a possibility. If that would be an issue, we strongly suggest that you get the cancellation insurance offered with your reservation. 

Q. What happens if there is a travel ban?

A. In the event of a travel ban, we would move the date of the wedding. We will make every effort to ensure that everyone in the group is able to keep the same room and number of nights at the current group rate. 

Q. Does the travel insurance cover us if we decide to cancel due to fear of COVID?

A. Yes. Our travel insurance is a ” cancel for any reason” policy. 

Q. If there is a travel ban, aren’t the hotels and airlines required to give us a full refund?

A. No, they are not required to offer a refund for anything that falls under force majeure such as government shutdowns, war, pandemics, or acts of God. We strongly encourage you to purchase trip insurance to protect yourself from a financial loss.

Fun Things To Do In Mexico

We offer a lot of great excursions in this destination! We recommend that you pre-book your excursions. By booking your excursions in advance you won’t have to worry about exchange rates, getting closed out of something that you really want to do, or getting stuck in a timeshare presentation when you thought you were going zip lining! Most of our excursions include transportation.

Keep in mind that certain tours may include a transfer of 1 or more hours each way. The tours that I have listed here are the closest to the resort. 

  • Snorkeling at Puerto Morelos 
  • Visit cenotes on the Ruta de Los Cenotes. This is my favorite thing to do in the area! I know the perfect tour for this 🙂 

FAQ's

Q. What airport do we fly into? 

A. CUN

 

Q. What is included in the rate? 

A. The rate is all-inclusive and also includes roundtrip private airport transfers. 

 

Q. Do we have to stay at the resort? 

A. Yes. We cannot guarantee that you will be able to attend the wedding if you do not stay at the resort. 

 

Q. Do we have to book in the room block?

A. It is extremely helpful if everyone books in the room block. 

 

Q. Can you also book our flights? 

A. I can! Please read the Flight Info section. 

 

Q. Why should we book our travel with Bliss Honeymoons?

A. Great question! By booking with Bliss Honeymoons your travel arrangements will be handled by an experienced agent who not only understands all the details of your travel arrangements but has been to this resort and/or destination. Booking with Bliss Honeymoons also means:

  • You’ll get to take advantage of the great group rate
  • You will receive all the benefits of the group amenity package
  • You won’t have to worry about getting bumped to a different resort
  • We’ll be available to assist you both before and during your trip
  • You’ll get better trip insurance than what is available from an online site.
  • You get to support a local business
  • You won’t pay more than booking with an online site
  • It is extremely helpful for Sydney & Andy to have everyone book with their travel agent. This helps everything stay organized. 

Have questions about flights, rooms, rates, and more? Check out the frequently asked questions here! 

Please contact us with any questions! We’re looking forward to working with you!

Contact Us

For faster service, please complete the RSVP form before contacting us with questions.

If you need to make a change to your RSVP or reservation, please send an email. 

You can find the answers to many frequently asked questions here.

Agent: Lindsay Barrie

Email address: lindsay@blisshoneymoons.com

Phone: 614-499-9927

The best time to reach us is between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern, Monday through Friday.

We make every effort to provide a same-day response during normal business hours.

Please only utilize text messages in the event of an emergency.

Gmail users frequently find our emails in their spam folders. Please be sure to whitelist Bliss Honeymoons so you don’t miss any important details about the trip

Wedding Registry

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all! However, if you feel inclined to honor us with a gift we have registered a list of items all compiled here through Zola!

Click here

We Can’t Wait To See You!

Please let us know if you will be able to make it.

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Contact information

For faster service, please complete the RSVP form before contacting us with questions.

You can find the answers to many frequently asked questions here.

Agent: Lindsay Barrie

Email address: lindsay@blisshoneymoons.com

Phone: 614-499-9927

The best time to reach us is between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern, Monday thru Friday.

We make every effort to provide a same-day response during normal business hours.

Please only utilize text messages in the event of an emergency.