{"id":24569,"date":"2021-07-01T07:17:21","date_gmt":"2021-07-01T11:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/?p=24569"},"modified":"2024-01-24T14:23:46","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T19:23:46","slug":"micro-destination-wedding-vs-big","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/micro-destination-wedding-vs-big\/","title":{"rendered":"Micro VS Big Destination Wedding | Which One is Right For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been umming and arring on whether you want a <strong>micro destination wedding<\/strong> (20 people or less) or <strong>a big destination wedding<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>Get the lowdown on the <strong>pros and cons of both<\/strong> from a team that knows!<\/p>\n<p>So you can make a well-informed decision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Plus, I\u2019ll show you the <b>best resorts suited to either <\/b>big or intimate occasions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/weddings?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_campaign=mirco_wedding&amp;utm_term=playaweddings&amp;utm_content=textlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s1\">PlayaDelCarmen.Com<\/span><\/a> has helped hundreds of couples like you plan their dream wedding.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We have experience in planning <b>both big, bold celebrations<\/b> and <b>intimate weddings.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We\u2019d love to be a part of your wedding story.<\/p>\n<h2>Go Micro or Go Big for Your Destination Wedding?<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#hotel\">Deciding Between a Big and Intimate Destination Wedding.<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#wedding\">Advantages and Disadvantages of a Big Destination Wedding.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#ceremony\">Which is the best resort for a big destination wedding?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#gay\">Advantages and Disadvantages of an Intimate Destination Wedding.<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#room\">Which is the Best Resort for a Destination Micro wedding?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#beach\">Big or Intimate Destination Wedding &#8211; In Summary.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#food\">Any questions or stories?<br \/>\n<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#activities\">Ready to Plan Your Destination Wedding?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#what\">Other Wedding Related Blog Posts You May Find Useful.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"hotel\">1. Deciding Between a Big and Intimate Destination Wedding<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Trying to decide on the <b>size of your destination wedding<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">I have good news\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There\u2019s no right or wrong decision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Large celebrations and micro weddings can both be <b>beautiful, romantic and memorable<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">I\u2019ll take you through the <strong>peaks and pits<\/strong> of both choices.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You can use this information to help you make your decision.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Big-or-Intimate-Destination-Wedding-Which-is-Right-For-You-title-image-min.png\" alt=\"micro or big destination wedding\" width=\"812\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"24637\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">First off, I will say you should also go with your heart\u00a0 <span class=\"s1\">\ud83d\udc97<\/span>\u2026<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want auntie Dorris there who you have spoken to in 10 years, don&#8217;t invite her.<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, if you want your whole neighborhood there, DO YOU! Invite them all.<\/p>\n<p>Either way, we&#8217;ll make sure your experience planning a destination wedding is as <strong>stress-free as possible.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Ready to find out more?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Read on&#8230;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2>2. Advantages and Disadvantages of a Big Destination Wedding<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">You may think that <b>destination weddings<\/b> are all about eloping as a couple.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">That\u2019s not the case.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You can have a <b>big destination wedding<\/b> and celebrate your marriage with a huge party for all your family and friends in paradise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Large destination weddings in Mexico<\/b> are hugely popular right now given the restrictions on wedding numbers in some other countries.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">How big can a destination wedding be?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">You can invite as many people as your venue can hold.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Personally, I think <b>100 guests<\/b> is a good number.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23103\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dreams_Riviera_Cancun_Wedding11.jpg\" alt=\"Gay &amp; LGBT Wedding Packages in Cancun\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" data-id=\"23103\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Having around this number of people at your wedding means you can usually <b>include everyone who is close to you<\/b>\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And you don\u2019t get <em>too<\/em> overwhelmed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want to invite more people?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">No worries\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Give us a call on <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><a href=\"tel:888-537-9797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And, we\u2019ll help you <b>plan the perfect destination wedding<\/b> no matter how big your guest list is.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">Advantages of a big destination wedding<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Wondering if you should have a <b>big wedding in Mexico<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are <b>lots of advantages<\/b>\u2026<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Group bookings at one hotel mean that you can get some BIG BIG BIG discounts.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Arranging a big wedding often means you can get a FREE wedding package and\/or honeymoon, what\u2019s not to love? Plus, room upgrades, free anniversary night stays, spa discounts, romantic dinners on the beach and so much more!<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Everyone gets to relax and have an amazing time at a luxury all-inclusive resort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/now_jade_weddings11.jpg\" alt=\"weddings at now jade\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" data-id=\"23032\" \/><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">You get an expert wedding coordinator both with us and at the resort when you arrive so there\u2019s no hassle or worry even if you have a lot of guests. Plus, we&#8217;ll handle all your group&#8217;s bookings so you don&#8217;t have to!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Everyone you love gets to come along and share in your love on your big day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Last but not least, my own <b>personal favorite benefit<\/b>\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Your guests can have an amazing family holiday if you choose a family-friendly resort.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Prefer the idea of adults only? No problem at all many of the best resorts has both adults-only AND kid-friendly sections, or what they call &#8216;sister resorts where the kid-friendly option is just a stone&#8217;s throw away.\u00a0 Win!<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Based on our valuable insight and unbias approach to the hotels in the region we will help you find the best resort for you and your group!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">Is a destination wedding really cheaper?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">You may be thinking that a <b>big destination wedding<\/b> can\u2019t be that affordable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You\u2019re in for a great surprise\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The average cost for a destination wedding at a 4.5<span class=\"s1\">\u2605<\/span> resort with <b>100 guests<\/b> is<b> $10,000<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">For a wedding with <b>200 guests<\/b> at the same grade of resort, the average cost is <b>$15,000<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Big-or-Intimate-Destination-Wedding-Which-is-Right-For-You-big-weddings-disadvantages-min.png\" alt=\"micro or big destination weddings\" width=\"760\" height=\"500\" data-id=\"24647\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Compare that with an average cost of <b>$35,329 <\/b>for a wedding in the USA.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Pretty amazing right?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Check out our blog post for more info about the <b>cost of an all-inclusive wedding in Mexico <\/b>for the full breakdown.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/average-cost-of-an-all-inclusive-wedding-in-mexico\/\">Average Cost of an All-Inclusive Destination Wedding in Mexico<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\">Disadvantages of a big destination wedding<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Keeping it real, there are some <b>potential downsides to big destination weddings<\/b>.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\">Some potential guests may be reluctant to travel to celebrate your big day with you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\">Making sure that everyone has their plans organized can be stressful.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li3\">There are many different things to think about such as the dietary needs of your guests and if they are traveling with children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p3\">We can help with some of these potential difficulties.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You can rely on us to help with <b>arranging accommodation for all your guests<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22791\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Paradisus_wedding_review0.jpg\" alt=\"wedding venues at the paradisus\" width=\"760\" height=\"422\" data-id=\"22791\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you\u2019re coming from the USA or Canada we can also <b>help with booking flights<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Take some time to <b>browse our blog posts<\/b> and you\u2019ll also find lots of useful information there.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Here\u2019s a couple of posts I think you\u2019ll like, to get you started:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/vegan-friendly-resorts\/\">The Best Vegan-Friendly Resorts in Cancun &amp; The Riviera Maya<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/the-6-best-playa-del-carmen-hotels-for-kids\/\">10 Best Family-Friendly Hotels in Playa del Carmen (2024)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2>3. Which is the best resort for a big destination wedding?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are endless resorts in Mexico where you can <b>celebrate your wedding with a lot of guests<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">For the purpose of this blog, one of our favorites is <b>Dreams Tulum<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The resort is stunning, as you can see&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And, you get a <b>variety of beautiful venue options<\/b> to choose from:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Beach (300 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Garden (200 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Jungle\/Garden Gazebo (200 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Sunset terrace (100 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Secret Garden (80 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Convention Center Terrace (60 guests max)<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Chapel (40 guests max)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23304\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dreams_Tulum_Garden.png\" alt=\"Dreams Garden for Weddings\" width=\"760\" height=\"586\" data-id=\"23304\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The resort has <b>adults-only and family-friendly accommodation<\/b> options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s perfect for a <b>big wedding event for all the family<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The suites are just gorgeous&#8230;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And you get a <b>hammock on your private balcony<\/b> for the ideal chillout space\u00a0 <span class=\"s1\">\ud83d\ude0d<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The average price for accommodation is <b>$330-440 per person per night<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Maximum room occupancy<\/b> is four (three adults and one kid or two adults and two kids).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">Wedding packages at Dreams Tulum<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Looking for a <b>wedding package<\/b> for your big destination wedding?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are <b>three different packages<\/b> available at Dreams Tulum ranging in price from <b>free to $3599<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">For a wedding with a lot of guests, the <b>Dreams Wedding in Paradise Package<\/b> is a good choice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The normal cost of this package is <b>$999<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">But, you <b>can get the package FREE <\/b>if you book the Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean Front room category or higher for a minimum of seven nights.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dreams_Tulum_Weddings_Reviews12.jpg\" alt=\"rooms at Dreams tulum\" width=\"760\" height=\"489\" data-id=\"23310\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You can also get this deal if your guests book five rooms in any accommodation for a minimum of three nights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">And, you can <b>customize whichever package you choose<\/b> to make it special to you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">*cost is based on a set number of guests and will be more for a large party; we\u2019ll arrange the best deal for you*<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want to know more about <b>weddings at Dreams Tulum<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Take a look at our blog post.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/dreams-tulum-weddings\/\">My Review | Weddings at Dreams Tulum Resort 2024 | w\/Prices<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Or give us a call.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Curious about other resorts for a <b>big wedding in Mexico<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Check out this post we put together for you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/100-guest-wedding-mexico\/\">10 Best Resorts &amp; Venues For BIG Weddings in Mexico | 100+ Guests (2024)<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2>4. Advantages and Disadvantages of an Intimate Destination Wedding<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Thinking that an <b>intimate wedding<\/b> may be better for you?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Micro weddings<\/b> have certainly been popular in recent months.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">This has been largely due to COVID-19 restrictions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">But, it seems as though <b>smaller weddings will continue to trend<\/b> even as restrictions are lifted.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Choosing to head to Mexico is the perfect way to have an intimate wedding that\u2019s <b>stunning and memorable<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p3\">Benefits of a small wedding<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Wondering if you should have a <b>smaller wedding<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are some <b>potential advantages<\/b> to consider.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22735\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Sandos-Caracol-Wedding-Riviera-Maya-ML_0041.jpg\" alt=\"Sandos Caracol\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"22735\" \/><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Avoiding potential stressful situations that can arise from all family and friends coming together, especially if there are any ongoing disputes that could come to the surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Smaller weddings often mean the reception is less expensive although you do have to take into account that destination wedding packages can make costs more manageable anyway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Fewer guests mean that you get to spend more time with each person instead of rushing about trying to catch a couple of minutes with 100 people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Spending less money on having a lot of guests means you can use your budget on other things such as wedding decor and room upgrades.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\">Disadvantages of a small wedding<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p3\">Concerned about what you will miss out on if you have an<b> intimate destination wedding<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">From a personal point of view, the <b>biggest downside of a micro wedding<\/b> is that you don\u2019t get to share the occasion with everyone you love.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This may not seem too important right now but will you regret the decision later on?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Think about when you\u2019re<b> looking back on the day<\/b> in years to come.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Will you wish that everyone close to you was there to share the occasion?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Only you can answer that question.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cenote_Wedding_Sandos.jpg\" alt=\"Cenote Weddings At Sandos Caracol\" width=\"760\" height=\"399\" data-id=\"22142\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">I\u2019d also say that <b>cost can be a disadvantage<\/b> of a smaller destination wedding.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You may be able to get great deals that make it more affordable to invite a large guest list, especially if your guests pay for their own travel and accommodation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">We\u2019ll help you <b>get the best deals<\/b> and organize everything so that everyone has an amazing time.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2>5. Which is the Best Resort for a Destination Micro wedding?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Like the sound of an <b>intimate wedding in Mexico<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are many luxury resorts to choose from.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">One of our favorite packages for small weddings is at <b>Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><strong>The Lovebirds package <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Costs <b>$990 <\/b>and is for up to<b> 10 guests.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"p1\">Features of this package include:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Officiant for a symbolic ceremony.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Pavilion wedding venue.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Tiffany chairs and decorated signing table.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">One-tiered \u201cNaked \u201d or \u201cButterswept \u201d wedding cake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24294\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Grand-Palladium-Costa-Mujeres-Weddings-Our-Honest-Review-2021-ambassador-suite-swim-up-beachfront.jpg\" alt=\"grand palladium wedding\" width=\"760\" height=\"506\" data-id=\"24294\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The resort is incredible too.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">It opened in 2018 and features <b>cutting-edge design<\/b> using natural materials.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You get a <b>five-star style<\/b> with an <b>eco-friendly vibe<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">There are <b>674 rooms<\/b> and they\u2019re all gorgeous, as you can see\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The average cost of staying at <b>Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres<\/b> is <b>$250-$350<\/b> (junior suite as standard).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>The maximum occupancy is six<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22854\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Wedding_Venues1.jpg\" alt=\"Garden Gazebo Grand Palladium\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" data-id=\"22854\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want to know more about weddings at <b>Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Have a read of our review.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/grand-palladium-costa-mujeres-wedding\/\">Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Weddings | Our Honest Review 2024<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2>6. Big or Intimate Destination Wedding &#8211; In Summary<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">Thinking that was a lot to take in?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Don\u2019t panic&#8230;.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Here\u2019s a <b>quick summary<\/b> to help\u2026<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">You can plan a big destination wedding and get some <b>great deals on packages and accommodation<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Having a big wedding means that you get to <b>celebrate with everyone you love<\/b> and create great memories together.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">You also get <b>expert help from our wedding planners<\/b> and<b> wedding coordinators at the resort<\/b>, so there\u2019s no stress, just a lot of fun.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><b>Potential disadvantages of a big destination wedding<\/b> are that some guests may not want to attend, it can be complicated for everyone to get organized and large numbers of people come with a large number of individual needs.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22432\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dreams-Tulum-Resort-Spa-destination-weddings-Mexico-248088-original_main.1555345092.jpg\" alt=\"dreams tulum sunset terrace\" width=\"760\" height=\"380\" data-id=\"22432\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">We can help reduce these disadvantages by <b>helping with your planning<\/b> and making sure everyone is catered for and has an incredible time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">We\u2019re also here to help with <b>intimate destination weddings in Mexico<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The main <b>advantages of this type of wedding<\/b> are that you get to <b>avoid any potentially difficult clashes between guests<\/b>, you get <b>more time to spend with each guest<\/b>, and you can <b>prioritize your budget elsewhere<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">But, be careful you don\u2019t regret not inviting more people.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">And remember,<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">We can get <b>great deals on packages and accommodation<\/b> so you can plan <b>affordable bigger weddings<\/b> just the same as you can <b>smaller weddings<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"food\">7. Any questions or stories?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Want to <b>know more about anything in this post<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Just <b>pop something in the comments<\/b> and I\u2019ll get on it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">I\u2019d also love to <b>hear about your destination wedding adventures<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Share your stories in the comments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Did you have an amazing<b> wedding with a large guest list in Mexico<\/b>?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Tell us what you loved.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-24652\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Big-or-Intimate-Destination-Wedding-Which-is-Right-For-You-intimate-weddings-min.jpg\" alt=\"micro wedding\" width=\"760\" height=\"500\" data-id=\"24652\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Equally, was your <b>intimate destination wedding<\/b> incredible?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Tell us why.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">I\u2019d also love you to share your less positive experiences.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">What would you have done differently?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">I can\u2019t wait to <b>read your comments<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"activities\">8. Ready to Plan Your Destination Wedding?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Decided what you want your <b>destination wedding<\/b> to look like?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We\u2019re here to help <b>turn your vision into reality<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Not decided whether a <b>big or intimate destination wedding<\/b> is right for you?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">No problem, we\u2019d love to help you make your decision and plan your wedding in Mexico.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Rv3Yc2sUMW-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"gay weddings at the paradisus\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" data-id=\"22810\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just give us a call on <strong><a href=\"tel:888-537-9797\">888-537-9797<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/weddings?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_campaign=mirco_wedding&amp;utm_term=playaweddings&amp;utm_content=textlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fill in the contact form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on our website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">We\u2019re excited to be part of your wedding journey.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what\">9. Other Wedding Related Blog Posts You May Find Useful<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/planet-hollywood-weddings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Weddings at Planet Hollywood Resort Our Honest Review<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/south-asian-wedding-mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Your Guide to South Asian Weddings in Cancun and the Riviera Maya<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/weddings-in-mexico-during-covid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Weddings in Mexico During COVID-19, Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22088\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/weddings_in_Tulum2.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding in Tulum\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" data-id=\"22088\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">I&#8217;d really appreciate it if you could give this blog a share with anyone who might find it useful. Don&#8217;t forget to leave your thoughts in the comments section, I would love to hear from you.<\/p>\n<div class=\"credits-overlay\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" data-target=\".wp-image-24637\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/delsolphotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Del Sol Wedding Photography<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"credits-overlay\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" data-target=\".wp-image-23032\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/delsolphotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Del Sol Photography<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been umming and arring on whether you want a micro destination wedding (20 people or less) or a big destination wedding? Get the lowdown on the pros and cons of both from a team that knows! 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