We just returned from the WOW Specialist destination wedding certification for both UNICO destination weddings and Hard Rock Resorts destination weddings (we’ll discuss Hard Rock in a separate post). We’ll be totally honest, we fell in LOVE with UNICO Hotel and UNICO destination weddings! Head over heels, never want to come home, pictured our own vow renewals type love. Since UNICO’s opening in early 2017 this new concept all-inclusive has not disappointed. During our stay we relaxed poolside, enjoyed an authentic Mexican lunch, sipped expertly crafted cocktails and savored every sun filled moment. FINALLY we had a chance to experience this hip, modern, Mexican hotel and we are happy to report back that UNICO delivers…BIG time! Which makes a UNICO destination wedding perfect for a bride wanting more than the typical all-inclusive resort wedding.
UNICO Hotel 20°87°
Why is UNICO Hotel Riviera Maya so special? We’ll go into more detail in a separate post, but the highlights are…
- Adults-only, curated all-inclusive experience
- Chic, “Modern Mexico” environment
- 90% of the rooms at Unico are ocean view
- Exclusive signature excursions
- Dedicated local host ( Anfitrión )
- Elevated food and beverage offerings
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UNICO Destination Weddings
Marylen Exposito is the creative mind behind the design of UNICO 20°87° experiential wedding packages. Marylen is an award winning, South Florida wedding planner whose work has been featured in Style Me Pretty and Enchanted Brides and whose creative style offers a touch of fairytale with a pinch boho chic.
The UNICO destination wedding collection features personalized details with regionally inspired touches to make each destination wedding at UNICO feel exactly as it should. A truly special, one of a kind event.
Compliments of UNICO 20°87°
- Ceremony location
- 32 chocolate avante garde chairs
- One rose bouquet and one matching boutonniere OR two bouquets OR two boutonnieres*
- Non-denominational minister to perform symbolic or vow renewal ceremony**
- Audio system for ceremony
- 1 tier wedding cake for 32 guests
- Sparkling wine toast for 32 guests after ceremony
- Dreams and Destinations WOW Specialist, pre-resort event consultant and onsite wedding coordinator
- Dreams and Destinations customizable complimentary wedding webpage and registry
- UNICO 20°87° Honeymoon Experience
*Two bouquets or two boutonnieres option are available for same sex weddings
**Additional cost applies for civil (legal) ceremonies
Price: Complimentary
The Riviera Maya Experience
UNICO’s new take on the classic beach wedding offering a fully immersive experience.
- Ceremony location
- Ceremony decor
- Ceremony seating for 32 guests
- One bouquet and one matching boutonniere OR two bouquets OR two boutonnieres*
- Non-denominational minister to perform symbolic or vow renewal ceremony**
- Audio system for ceremony
- 2 tier wedding cake for 32 guests
- Sparkling wine toast for 32 guests after ceremony
- Unpacking service for couples, including preparation of wedding day attire (dress and suit pressing)
- Dreams and Destinations WOW Specialist, pre-resort event consultant and onsite wedding coordinator
- Dreams and Destinations customizable complimentary wedding webpage and registry
- UNICO 20°87° Honeymoon Experience
*Two bouquets or two boutonnieres option are available for same sex weddings
**Additional cost applies for civil (legal) ceremonies
Price: $5,800
The One of a Kind Experience
Expands on the Riviera Maya Experience with a deeper level of personalization.
- Ceremony location
- Ceremony decor
- Ceremony seating for 32 guests
- One bouquet and one matching boutonniere OR two bouquets OR two boutonnieres*
- Non-denominational minister to perform symbolic or vow renewal ceremony**
- Audio system for ceremony
- Choice of violin, guitar or saxophone soloist for ceremony
- Phone valet to allow ceremony to be more intimate with unplugged wedding signage
- 2 tier wedding cake for 32 guests
- Sparkling wine toast for 32 guests after ceremony
- Printed menus and place cards for wedding reception for 32 guests**
- Unpacking service for couples, including preparation of wedding day attire (dress and suit pressing)
- Personal Valet Concierge for one of the parties throughout the getting ready process
- In room hair and make-up service for 1 person****
- Dreams and Destinations WOW Specialist, pre-resort event consultant and onsite wedding coordinator
- Dreams and Destinations customizable complimentary wedding webpage and registry
- UNICO 20°87° Honeymoon Experience
*Two bouquets or two boutonnieres option are available for same sex weddings
**Each additional place card is $0.50 per person and each additional menu is $0.50 per person. Guest list and menu selections must be provided 2 months prior to wedding date
***Additional cost applies for civil (legal) ceremonies
****Must be part of wedding couple
Price: $7,700
The 20°87° Experience
Immersive wedding experience taken to the next level. The 20°87° Experience weaves in Unico destination weddings Proud Local spirit with Riviera Maya’s natural elegance to create a setting unlike any other.
- Ceremony location
- Ceremony decor
- Ceremony seating for 32 guests
- One bouquet and one matching boutonniere OR two bouquets OR two boutonnieres*
- Non-denominational minister to perform symbolic or vow renewal ceremony**
- Audio system for ceremony
- Choice of violin, guitar or saxophone soloist for ceremony
- Phone valet to allow ceremony to be more intimate with unplugged wedding signage
- 2 tier wedding cake for 32 guests
- Sparkling wine toast for 32 guests after ceremony
- Printed menus and place cards for wedding reception for 32 guests**
- Unpacking service for couples, including preparation of wedding day attire (dress and suit pressing)
- Personal Valet Concierge for both parties throughout the getting ready process
- In room hair and make-up service for 1 person****
- “Getting Ready Suite” for one party to use for the day leading up to the ceremony
- In room hair and make-up service for 1 person in “Getting Ready Suite”****
- Welcome bag delivery free of charge
- Dreams and Destinations WOW Specialist, pre-resort event consultant and onsite wedding coordinator
- Dreams and Destinations customizable complimentary wedding webpage and registry
- Complimentary honeymoon package
- Private Dining Experience For Couple
- Upgrade for wedding couple to suite*****
*Two bouquets or two boutonnieres option are available for same sex weddings
**Each additional place card is $0.50 per person and each additional menu is $0.50 per person. Guest list and menu selections must be provided 2 months prior to wedding date
***Additional cost applies for civil (legal) ceremonies
****Must be part of wedding couple
*****Requires group contract of 10 or more rooms. Based on availability
Price: $8,500
Of course you are not limited to just what is offered in each package. That is the beauty of UNICO destination weddings. Each aspect is completely customizable. You can start with the complimentary option and add elements that are most important to you. Or you can take the luxurious inclusions of the 20°87° Experience and elevate that further with different design elements and experiences.
Wedding Ceremony Locations
Gazebo
Beach
(Pictured in image slider)
Wedding Event Locations
Beach
Multiple pools
Multiple terraces
Ballroom
Wedding Group Amenities for UNICO Destination Weddings
UNICO destination weddings can range from intimate elopements for just the two of you or large group weddings full of family, friends and new memories to be made. For wedding groups beginning at 10 rooms (minimum of 3 nights or longer) couples can accrue amenities based on the size of their group and number of room nights. These amenities range from complimentary rooms, complimentary upgrades, and complimentary private functions (food and beverage). All rooms would need to be booked through the same source (i.e same WOW Specialist like Dreams and Destinations or same tour operator, etc…) in order to count as a group.
One of the things we are most excited about are the limited UNICO destination weddings coupons that we have for couples booking their UNICO destination wedding with a Dreams and Destinations WOW Specialist. These coupons offer $1000.00 off either the Riviera Maya Experience, One of a Kind Experience or 20°87° Experience wedding packages as well as an air credit for the wedding couple for up to $1000 ($500 per person) based on a group contract of 75+ room nights (for example 25 rooms staying 3 nights, 15 rooms staying 5 nights, etc…). Your UNICO destination wedding and group room contract must be booked through Dreams and Destinations Travel to qualify for both offers. For more details please reach out to us using the contact button below…
