Rachel and David

A 7-night Mexican Riviera Cruise aboard the Mariner of the Seas
Staterooms that allowed for privacy, while maintaining close proximity to other family members
In cabin babysitting so the parents could go out at night knowing their children were tucked safely in bed
Specialty dining reservations at romantic tables for 2
A couples massage while the kids were with other family members and the kids camp
Excursions in Mexico that allowed everyone to have their own style of fun
Deliveries of wine and other treats to the cabin daily—complimentary!

As Rachel says, “Rosemary obviously had a ton of experience within the travel industry and really listened to the kind of vacation we wanted.  She helped us pick the right cruise line, the right destination, the right stateroom, and gave us lots of extra tips and tricks for having a great vacation that only an insider would know.  She was available for us by phone or email anytime I needed her, and answered every question I had – and I had a lot!

A while before our trip, I had a health emergency and needed to postpone our trip, but the date had passed for us to change the reservation without losing our deposit.  For our large group, that was going to be $2000! Without my knowledge, Rosemary spent days on the phone working her way up the ladder and got the fees waived for us.  She saved us 2 GRAND! We rescheduled the trip, and in February, my whole family had the most wonderful trip aboard the Mariner of the Seas. We stayed in the beautiful Family Suite and had a blast!  The entire trip would have been so different had I tried to plan it myself, without all the great knowledge Rosemary had about the cruise industry.  Not only did she make it a more luxurious and special vacation, she saved us so much more money than I could have ever done myself.  No matter where we want to go in the future, I will always be calling Rosemary to help us out.

Round trip airfare for all 8 members of the family coming from different locations
A 7-night cruise aboard the Golden Princess in varying cabin categories
A pre-cruise and post cruise stay
Private limousine and SUV transfers for every portion of their trip—from airport to hotel to cruise ship and back—complimentary!
Shore excursions in Alaska
The wedding conducted by the captain of the ship and all the accompanying details
Travel insurance that covered each member of the group in case the unexpected occurred

Cindy says, “THANK YOU, ROSEMARY!”  This is what everyone in our family said every time something went great on our Alaskan Cruise and Wedding Adventure. And we said it, literally, hundreds of times!

The Pre-Trip Planning: Clear communication and so totally thorough. “Thank you, Rosemary!”
The Flights: Blue skies and smooth landings, thanks to your arrangements. “Thank you, Rosemary!”
The Transports: Right on time and soooo classy! “Thank you, Rosemary!”
The Hotels: The Doubletree Arctic Club was Seattle charm at it’s best. The Airport Radisson was just right to get us underway early for our return trip to Minnesota. “Thank you, Rosemary!”

The Cruise: No words to describe how amazing it was: from our beautiful staterooms, to the fascinating itinerary, to the delicious meals. (Our waiter’s name was actually Romeo—We gave you credit for that, too, Rosemary!). Absolutely incredible! “Thank you, Rosemary!”
The Wedding: Perfect, perfect, perfect! Everything was just as we had imagined, and more. Petra and her assistant were wonderful and had everything ready exactly as planned: flowers, candles, music, photographer, cake. Captain Binetti was so gracious and performed the ceremony with great eloquence and style. Craig Hill, the photographer, was incredible! He is a very talented young man, and we could not have chosen anyone better to help us remember the day. The music was lovely. The meal at the Crown Grill was fantastic, and the cake was gorgeous decorated with fresh flowers and white chocolate shells. It was all so special, I’m still crying! “Thank you, Rosemary!”

If I continued to list everything you did to make this the trip of a lifetime, this message would go on for pages and pages. I hope you know by now how very appreciative we all are for your outstanding efforts as our travel consultant. Rest assured that you will be hearing from us again, and that we will do our very best to let everyone we meet know about your excellent service. And though it hardly seems adequate, I just want to say once more… “Thank you, Rosemary!”

Kim and Alex

Round-trip Transpacific airfare to Rarotonga
Round-trip transfers in the islands—complimentary!
A 3-night stay in a Deluxe Beachside Suite at the Rarotongan Beach Resort and Spa
A couples massage on the day of arrival
Gift basket with a Bloody Mary set up upon arrival—complimentary!
Round-trip airfare to Aitutaki
A 2-night stay in a Beachfront Bungalow at the Aitutaki Lagoon Resort and Spa
A full-day lagoon cruise in Aitutaki
Breakfasts included at both resorts
Comprehensive travel insurance

Kim said, “I wanted the perfect relaxing and romantic honeymoon and that’s exactly what I got from Rosemary. She worked to get us precisely the trip we wanted and still within our budget! It was amazing and I would definitely recommend using her.”

Bonnie and Wayne

Roundtrip Transatlantic airfare to London
A 2-night stay in the heart of London
Airfare to Rome
3 nights in Rome
Airfare to Venice
2 nights in Venice on the Grand Canal
Airfare to Nice
2 nights in Nice with a side trip to Monaco
Airfare to Paris
2 nights in Paris near the Champs Elysees
Train tickets to Heidelberg
A 4-night stay in Heidelberg, Germany
Airfare from Germany back to the US
Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Breakfast at every hotel location
Detailed transfer directions and itinerary suggestions
Assistance during the trip via BlackBerry Messenger

Bonnie says, “From the moment Rosemary met us at our home, we knew that we were dealing with someone we could trust. She asked us so many questions, and listened to what we really wanted from this trip. We changed our minds multiple times, and not once did she bat an eye! When the time came to go, we felt so prepared with all the information Rosemary put together for us. It was really comforting to know that she was there for us even while we were away. I could ask her questions via Blackberry and she even set up a private car in Paris with no notice! There is no way that we could have planned this trip without her expert knowledge and guidance. We had the time of our lives and we are so grateful for all Rosemary did to make it happen!”

A 10-night Alaskan cruise aboard the Sea Princess
A 7 category upgrade!
A cake delivered to them in the dining room to celebrate their first night onboard
Door-to-door transportation to the cruise port in San Francisco Porter assistance
Honeymoon Registry set-up
Shore excursion and port information
A $50 on board credit

As Janie says, “Andrew and I had never been anywhere where it was just the two of us, so we knew that we needed a honeymoon that would allow us to just be together. When I was referred to Rosemary, I asked her to match a price I saw online. However, rather than talk about price, she showed me why I needed to care more about my experience rather than the price of it. She met with us and showed me all the ways that I would benefit from using a honeymoon planner, rather than booking our trip online. I was blown away at all the things she did for us, and I never would have thought that someone would have been as helpful as she was. She even set up my honeymoon registry because I had so much to do!

When our cruise came, Rosemary drove us to San Francisco and we boarded our ship. Never having sailed before, I was so excited and nervous, but I really felt that Rosemary gave us so much information about what to expect. We spent the next 10 nights so relaxed and happy, that it was so hard to come home. But, as soon as we got home, we started thinking about all the other places we want to go, so we called Rosemary and are planning our next adventure!”

For most Americans, Cancun is an easy destination to get to.  In fact, even here in California, it was an enjoyable 5 hour nonstop flight on Virgin America.  Thus, your guests will find it easy to say YES to attend the wedding!  While there are so many resort areas to choose from, Playa del Carmen’s easy 45 minutes from the airport, combined with its fashionable 5th Avenue, gorgeous beaches, easy ferry to Cozumel and fantastic lodging choices make it such an perfect destination.

One consideration with most Destination Weddings is that you want all your guests to have plenty to do while they’re with you. They are taking time off from work and their lives to be with you on your special day, so you want them to have a great time, don’t you?  In Playa del Carmen, you have all the beach activities that you could possibly want, from fishing to snorkeling to sunbathing, yet amazing shopping on Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue) just 2 blocks away.  This is a perfect town to explore on foot, with most of the town within easy walking distance.  When the sun goes down, there is a club, restaurant and lounge for every taste and budget, all, once again, within walking distance. 

If you’re up for adventure – there are so many activities to choose from.  To the south you have Xcaret eco park, Xplor adrenaline park, the ruins in Tulum, swimming with the dolphins in Puerto Aventuras and Xel-Ha eco park. To the north, you have the excitement of Cancun, and other nearby adventure parks, such as Selvatica.  Don’t miss the opportunity swim in a cenote!  They’re all over the area, and besides being gorgeous, they’re so refreshing to jump into on a hot day.  Most tour companies include transportation with admission, so there’s no need to rent a car, also making it easier on your guests.

So, the largest concern most people have when planning a Destination Wedding is the location.  Luckily for you, Playa has beachfront locations perfect for a romantic ceremony, yet you can also get married in a chapel or at a cenote.  One of the most beautiful locations I visited was Al Cielo, a beachfront location just south of Playa del Carmen with a small, palapa style restaurant perfect for a beachfront reception. Elegant food paired with a stunning location makes for an easy choice. 

No matter the size of your group, there are accomodations to suit everyone.  From the opulent Royal Playa del Carmen all-inclusive resort, to the Condo Hotels boutique collection of resorts, there is bound to be the perfect gathering spot for all your pre-wedding events.   One gorgeous penthouse unit at the El Taj has a rooftop deck complete with outdoor kitchen and private chef for an intimate rehearsal dinner for 40.  If you need accomodations for families or couples traveling together, you can even rent out the resort at any one of the Condo Hotels properties, making your Destination Wedding a private affair for you and your guests.  They have accomodations ranging from 1 bedroom suites to 3 bedroom penthouses, with kitchens that can be stocked for you upon your arrival.  If you prefer a an all-inclusive resort for couples, the Royal, while beachfront, is just 2 blocks off 5th Avenue, so you get the beach and the city all in one vacation.  If you have children attending, and still want an all-inclusive option, the Gran Porto Real is a great beachfront option as well.

If you’re thinking about getting married in Mexico, I can’t recommend Playa del Carmen highly enough!