FAQs
Where and when is the welcome party taking place?
On Friday, October 28 we are hosting a welcome party at Trujillo's Cantina de Selva in downtown Playa del Carmen. The party is taking place from 6PM - 9PM, and appetizers and cocktails will be provided.
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Where and when are the wedding day festivities?
Wedding celebrations are taking place on Saturday, October 29 at MVNGATA Beach Club. The ceremony will begin at 4:15PM, with dinner and dancing to follow until 11PM.
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How do I travel to the wedding ceremony and reception?
We will have roundtrip transportation shuttles from Hotel RIU Palace Riviera Maya to the offsite wedding location. Shuttles will pickup guests from the hotel at 3:15PM on Saturday, October 29.
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What is the dress code?
We ask that guests wear Formal (Cocktail) attire for the wedding day.
Attire for the welcome party is Semi-Formal (Dressy Casual).
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Is the wedding taking place indoors or outdoors?
Both! Our wedding ceremony will be taking place indoors. Then, the cocktail hour and reception will take place on a covered outdoor rooftop. Feel free to bring a light sweater for when the sun goes down.
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Can I bring a date or plus 1?
Unfortunately, no. While we would love to share our love with the world, we'll only be able to accommodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. Thank you for understanding!
Here's a little summary of what you need to know:
>> Secure your passport and flights to Cancun ASAP
>> RSVP for the wedding festivities by August 15
>> Book lodging at the host resort by August 15
>> Arrive in Cancun, Mexico on October 27
>> Attend the wedding festivities on October 28 & 29
>> Head back home on October 30.... or extend your vacation... you've earned it ;)
When is the RSVP deadline?
We ask that you please RSVP by August 15 so we can have an accurate headcount.
I'm In! How do I book my lodging?
The host hotel for the weekend is Hotel RIU Palace Riviera Maya, a beautiful all-inclusive resort in the Riviera Maya.
After you RSVP, please visit this link to book your room(s) with our travel agent. Under "Find a Wedding" enter our Wedding Passcode: THEJOHNSONJOURNEY.
If preferred, you can also directly contact our travel agent to book via email/phone:
Kimberly Koehn | Certified Destination Wedding & Group Travel Specialist
Phone: (320) 203-1873
Email: kkoehn@destinationweddings.com
A $100 deposit is required to hold the room. Please place this deposit no later than Aug 15. From there you can pay off the room in installments until September.
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Do I need to use your travel agent to book my stay at RIU Palace Riviera Maya?
No. Using the travel agent is recommended for ease of booking, but not required. If you'd rather book directly with the hotel or through another third party site, that's OK too!
*Please make sure you book at RIU PALACE RIVIERA MAYA (not "RIU Palace Mexico" — that is a different resort)*
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When should guests arrive?
We'll host wedding events starting Friday evening (Oct 28th) and Saturday (Oct 29th), so please arrive before then. We recommend guests arrive on Thursday, Oct 27th for adequate travel time and to get familiar with the resort.
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Is the resort all-inclusive?
Yes it is! Check out the resort website for more information on the all-inclusive experience.