It’s a well-known unsaid fact that weddings are for the family and the honeymoon is for the couple. But if like many newlyweds you’ve overspent trying to keep everyone else happy, the last thing you want to think about is how much your honeymoon is going to cost you, once you get there.

At this point, True Paradise is the knowledge that everything is taken care of for you, and your slice of luxury and elegance doesn’t come with a hefty bill at the end of it.

However here is one way you can truly enjoy your honeymoon without the financial headache, and that’s by going luxury all-inclusive.

5 STAR LUXURY

Mexico is a hidden gem amongst the all inclusive luxury market. Although there many resorts to choose from, there is one which clearly stands above the rest and that’s the Excellence Playa Mujeres.

Situated on an untouched 20-mile peninsula, secluded and serene, it’s the newest luxury Adults Only resort in the Cancun region.

The difference between resorts that claim to be 5 star Luxury and those that really are, is the attention to detail, and the Excellence Playa Mujeres doesn’t disappoint. It’s the little touches like the rosemary towel and champagne that’s waiting for you in reception as you arrive from your journey to the turndown service and towel art that’s on your bed when you come back from a hard days sun bathing that makes a difference. As they say themselves “All inclusive luxury is more than a label and excellence is more than a goal. It’s who we are. Every day, every night for every guest.”

Of all the places that you can go to unwind, you’re unlikely to find the levels of luxury and elegance at such amazing value, you’ll be wondering if there’s been a misprint in the price. You can easily pay double for the same service and location elsewhere in the world and that’s before you even look at the dinner menu!

THE RESORT

With the all-inclusive option, not only is your breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are included but also you drinks and beverages

You’ll be spoilt for dining with a superb choice of 8 a la carte restaurants to choose from, ranging from an Asian Restaurant (a mix from Japanese, Thai and Chinese food, with 4 teppanyaki stations, a sushi bar and two front ocean terraces), to the Lobster House serving lobster specialities.

With the highest quality of food being served - its time to forget the diet and indulge your taste buds.

There’s also an array of bars serving drinks and beverages. Swim up to the pool bar or relax on the beach as the attentive waiters bring you cocktails without you having to lift a finger. And if that’s not enough you can always settle for the 24 hour room service.

Remember to pack your shades because the sand is so white that the sun reflecting off it is almost blinding. As you laze on one of the beach cabanas looking out to the aqua seas, you’ll want time to stop because you could stay there forever. Drag yourself away from the lounger and take a stroll along the sand into the inviting sea and you’ll feel as if you’re lounging in your own bath tub because it’s so warm.

If all that sun worshipping becomes too stressful then unwind in the luxurious spa with a choice of gorgeous treatments. The couples massage is highly recommended! While you wait in the spa
Lounge; wrapped in your big fluffy white gown, you’re served fresh strawberries and champagne. There are steam and saunas to unwind in, as well as the most extensive hydrotherapy circuit in the Mexican Caribbean. Private relaxation rooms with heated waterbeds provide the perfect bookends for your spa treatments.

THE ROOM

But all of this could be irrelevant because you may never drag yourself from the luxury of your room, which is truly exquisite. A choice of beautiful suites is available including roof top terraces with their own HydroSpa pools and stunning views. All their spacious havens come complete with a four-poster bed, lounge and private balcony. You have all the mod cons such as ipod docks and 42” flat screen TV, DVD player and complimentary wireless access. The gorgeous marble bathrooms have separate showers that can fit two people in them and best of all you have your own Jacuzzi in the room, with stunning views. They’ll even fill the separate bath with petals for you for that special evening. The rooms also come with a well stocked mini bar which is included in the all inclusive as is 24 hour room service, like we said, you may never leave the room…

EXCELLENCE CLUB

If you can it’s definitely worth upgrading to the Excellence Club option, which makes everything that little bit more exclusive and glamorous. You have your own separate area on the beach, and a speedy private check in and check out. You get prime locations with views of the ocean. The mini bar in your room also includes premium beverages and spirits as well as luxury Bulgari toiletries in the bathroom.

ACTIVITIES

You can’t go to Mexico without exercising your cultural sensibilities and a day trip to Chichen Itza is a must. Crowned a Wonder of the World it is a wonderful site to behold and definitely worth
the trip to see it. The resort will arrange all the necessary plans for you, even taking care of your food for the trip as you’re transported there. Once there you can spend the day exploring the
ruins. Back at the resort you can also take advantage of the Greg Norman designed Golf course and a host of additional activities ranging from dancing lessons to water sports.

You’ll probably meet like-minded couples on these adventures. They’ll tell you this is there second or third visit to this idyllic resort, and as you take your seat at your own private dinner for two on the beach, you’ll reflect on your magical honeymoon as the enchanting Aztec sun sets above you, already counting the days down to your return.