CEIBA DEL MAR BEACH & Spa Resort, named after the Mayan “tree of life,” promises a postcard-worthy backdrop for destination weddings and honeymoon. Here, just 15 minutes south of Cancún, couples find everything that epitomizes a romantic getaway, from oceanfront accommodations, gourmet cuisine and butler service to custom aromatherapy and personal spa programs.

Lavish resort amenities grant guests the pampering they deserve. Signature cocktails and personalized check-in welcome visitors upon arrival. Fine cotton robes, 300-thread-count linens and a pillow menu assure personal comfort in-room, along with an outdoor hammock for late afternoon siestas.

Lovers can ensconce themselves in a junior suite with a soaking tub for two or splurge on a master suite with spacious living areas, a private terrace and a mini pool. Perfect for bridal parties, the resort’s 1,700-square-foot Pent House takes luxury to yet another level.

The intimate Spa at Ceiba del Mar features an extensive treatment menu, spotlighting holistic Mayan traditions. Before the big day, the signature Grounding Ritual or Top NikTé Massage help relax mind and body and revive the skin. Guests who love to explore nature will enjoy the opportunity to snorkel through the world’s second largest reef
or horseback ride along brilliant white-sand beaches.

When hunger hits, two restaurants tempt discerning palates with locally grown, grilled specialties served with a Mexican twist. Guests can savor seasonal salads, rice, pastas, meats, seafood and wood-fired pizzas at Arrecife Grill & Lounge. For lighter fare in the evening, the beachside Terrace Lounge serves fresh ceviche and a taco bar, complemented by cocktails and, of course, stunning sea vistas.

With its oceanfront setting and wide range of dreamy wedding venues, including a beautiful wooden pier, Ceiba del Mar is the ideal location to tie the knot. While a professional coordinator oversees all nuptial details, couples are free to enjoy their surroundings, friends and, most important, each other.

Honeymooners feel just as privileged. The resort’s five day, four night romance packages include such unique touches as alfresco dinner for two surrounded by 1,000 flickering candles, sumptuous couples massage and private transportation to Cancún or another nearby destination of choice. Special spa packages are also available to indulge couples from the moment they arrive.