The advantages of having a destination wedding in Mexico is that you are in an exotic location.  The love of your life, also your friends and family travel from all over to spend a couple of days with you and celebrate your love. Lets make the most of it!

If you have a couple of days to discover Mexico for your destination wedding , definitely why not escaping for a romantic day trip just the two of you?… Maybe you want to take a couple of friends to enjoy this spectacular places… either way, we wanted to tell you about some of the most amazing, romantic and mind blowing locations in the Mayan Riviera and surroundings.

Las Coloradas in Yucatán.

The amazing cotton candy pink lakes of Las Coloradas are located off the beaten track a bit. Getting there requires a 3 hours drive from Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

This day trip will take your breath away. The colors will melt your heart and you will also get the chance to get some amazing romantic pictures, adding magic memories to your destination wedding week.

The vibrant pink color of these lakes is due to red-colored algae, plankton, and brine shrimp that live in the salty environment. As water evaporates, these organisms become more concentrated creating these glimmering pink in under the bright Mexican sunlight

Holbox Island, Quintana Roo. 

This gorgeous island where the time has stood still is located to the North West of Cancún. It is a located only a short drive away. Approximately two and a half hours from Playa del Carmen.

The streets of Holbox Island are made of white sand. There are very few cars, and the local fisherman still walk around the island with the catch of the day. But what is more important is that there is very few tourist, and the view you have of the beach will leave you speechless. The vibe and atmosphere of the island is so relaxing you will feel recharge after spending a day or two there.

Bacalar-  Quintna Roo. 

In Mexico exist a category of towns named “Pueblos Magicos” or “Magic Towns”. These places are a must in your travel through Mexico because they combine history, nature and culture making it an unforgettable experience.

Bacalar’s magic will enchant you. The lagoon reflects seven different tones of blue. It’s home to living fossils “the stomatolites” and downtown the architecture and the secrets left by pirates will enchant you!

We hope you enjoy this whimsical places with the love of your life!! You can also check some romantic things to do in the Mayan Riviera here