Rehearsal Dinner

Bus Pick Up

Welcome Cocktail Party

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Dinner & Dancing

Winter

Our Wedding

Our Story

Thursday

Welcome to Mexico!

Check-In at our beautiful resort, Paradisus La Perla Take a look at Forbes favorite’s at La Perla - <a href="https://www.forbestravelguide.com/hotels/riviera-maya-mexico/paradisus-la-perla# " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.forbestravelguide.com/hotels/riviera-maya-mexico/paradisus-la-perla# </a>

Friday

The Night Before: Welcome Cocktail Party

When: 8:00 p.m - 11:00 p.mbuses will pick up at La Perla lobby: 7:45pmWhere: Fragata Beach ClubAttire: Tropical Chic Cocktail We welcome our family &amp; friends to join us at our Welcome Cocktail Party to celebrate the night before the big day.Come enjoy, live music, fresh cocktails and delicious local hors d'oeuvres as we kick off our wedding weekend!

Saturday

Black Tie(Please check our "Attire Guide" for more details.) 3:15 p.m.: Shuttles will pick up at Paradisus La Perla Lobby**It is a 45 minute drive, no Taxis or Ubers will be available**4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Wedding Ceremony5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.: Cocktail Hour7:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.: Dinner &amp; Dancing to Follow RETURN SHUTTLE OPTIONS:10:00pm12:00am2:00am

Hair and Makeup Recommendations

YHI Spa Services Please book directly with La Perla<a href="mailto:recepcion.spa.paradisus.playadelcarmen@melia.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">recepcion.spa.paradisus.playadelcarmen@melia.com</a>

Mention "MALENA + DRAKE WEDDING" for priority reservations on the below:

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/studiorosesalon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Studio Rosë</a>+52 1 984 113 0158This studio is 12 minute drive from the hotel.77720, Calle 20 Nte LB, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kikamakeup_hair/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kika Makeup &amp; Hair</a>+52 1 984 169 8175

Sunday

the day after

For those who want to stick around, the newlyweds, Mr. &amp; Mrs. Young, will be relaxing and unwinding at the pool! They hope to see you there!

Weekend Itinerary 

Our Engagement 12.15.24

Our Engagement Shoot

M & D Gallery

Wedding Party

travel

Private Airport Transportation Recommendations:

Please schedule your airport travel ahead of time and do not schedule with the people haggling at the airport.**Refrain from Ubers and Taxis as they will not be cost friendly.**It is a 45 minute drive from Cancun International Airport to Paradisus La Perla, Playa Del CarmenIf you are flying out with other guests, we recommend scheduling this transportation together.

Use our discount code: ALE10OFF for 10% off your booking.If you need additional help or have questions regarding your booking, please contact Alejandra Aguila by email or phone.

Cancun Airport Transportation

accommodation

The Bride &amp; Groom have chosen Paradisus La Perla, a beautiful boutique all-inclusive resort, as the main accommodation for guests to enjoy the weekend together with them.Please click on "Website" to utilize our room block link for easy booking!

This is an Adults-Only resort (18+)

Paradisus La Perla - Adults Only - Riviera Maya

This is a family-friendly resort. Both hotels operate together and are on the same property.

Paradisus Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya

Travel & Accommodations

Welcome Cocktail Party: Tropical Chic Cocktail

Embrace the beautiful &amp; vibrant Mexican landscape with a chic cocktail attire. We ask that men wear a dress shirt with slacks, (jacket is optional) think lightweight and breathable wear like linen or light cotton. Women, please wear cocktail dresses embracing the Mexican vibrant colors. This event will not be on the beach, so feel free to wear your favorite shoes.

Wedding Day: Black Tie

Dress to Impress! Black Tie We ask that men wear a tuxedo or a black suit and women wear a floor-length gown. We are requesting women to lean into a colorful black-tie palette while avoiding black dresses.

For more information on where the events take place to help the ladies with heel selection, please check our Q&A tab.

Attire Guide

HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?Questions Regarding the Hotel: please email Aldo Peña | grupos.paradisus.playadelcarmen@melia.comOr call the hotel at: +52 01 984 877 3900 ext 5435 Questions Regarding transportation, wedding events, or anything else throughout the wedding weekend, contact our wedding coordinator:&nbsp;Ana Villavicenio: ana@soswplanners.com

Malena & Drake

Malena & Drake

M&D

Welcome Cocktail Party

7:30 PM–7:45 PM

Bus Pick Up

Wedding Day

4:45 PM–5:15 PM

Ceremony

5:15 PM–6:30 PM

Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM–2:00 AM

Dinner & Dancing