Introducing Mae & Co Creative
Tulum Wedding planner.
Picture a seemingly endless coastline that boasts beautiful sandy beaches and over 120km of turquoise clear water. A location that’s perfect for fun getaways, romantic trysts, and dream weddings.
Mae&Co Creative is a unique and purposeful styling and planning company specializing in destination events worldwide.
Specializing in intimate and high end weddings, events and elopements both stateside and abroad; we love nothing more than creating beautiful and intentional designs for every one of our clients.
Every project, design, wedding or workshop is special to us and we make a conscious decision to give nothing less than 110% to everything we do. We choose to work closely and comfortably with our clients and genuinely care about their well-being and happiness.
We believe in love, creativity, authenticity and generally...the rule of thirds. It’s our goal to take your dreams, and make them ours... and then maybe add a twist.
All about Tulum
Tulum is the perfect location for a boho-chic meets stylish kind of wedding. That is Riviera Maya, a stretch of Caribbean coastline in Mexico, in a nutshell. Tulum, a piece of heaven for yoga and nature enthusiasts, are arguably one of the most special regions when it comes to getting married. So, if you’re planning to tie the knot in Tulum, you can consider this your ultimate guide to experiencing a firework-inducing wedding that absolutely exceeds your expectations.
How to get to Tulum
Visiting Tulum involves flying into Cancun International Airport, and then either taking a taxi, renting a car or hopping on a bus for around 90 minutes.
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Why should you get married in Mexico
There are a ton of reasons why you should say ‘I DO’ in Mexico.
It’s breathtakingly beautiful, full of natural beaches and stunning scenery
The cuisine is amazingly delicious
The weather is great
It exudes romanceIt has an abundance of resorts
It’s a destination wedding location that your guests will love
Things To Do in Tulum
If you, or your wedding party, are new to the area, you could consider:
Tulum is such a haven for ocean lovers that they even have a beach called Playa Paraiso (Paradise Beach) which shows off azure waters, near-white sand, and tons of swaying palm trees.
So, if you’ve got your eye on a wedding in Tulum, be sure to enjoy (and tell all of your guests about) some of the fantastic things to do in this town…
Go snorkeling at Gran Cenote, a limestone sinkhole
Admire the Archeological Zone of Tulum, where you’ll see the Mayan ruins
Take a boat tour along the Riviera Maya
See Tulum National Park
Restaurants and Cocktail Bars
You could also consider these noteworthy dining locations and cocktail joints in Tulum Mexico:
Verdant: For fresh meals prepared with love, Verdant grows a large portion of its organic vegetables and herbs onsite. They too are eco-conscious and practice sustainable living wherever possible.
Laylo: A friendly vegan spot with fresh, seasonal meals for neighbors and visitors. Their main goal is to give back to the community via sustainably-sourced plant-based dishes, and they have received incredible feedback for their service.
Botanica: A popular brunch spot that warmly invites locals and foreigners for a meal, and a little gander through their botanical garden.
Batey - Mojito & Guarapo Bar: A cocktail bar offering a wide range of classical drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Used with fresh ingredients, this bar has a rustic, open, and cheerful vibe.
GET BUDGET SAVVY
Need help determining a budget for your Tulum wedding? Check out our wedding pricing guide!
We spend an average of 500 hours on full service wedding planning. We spend an average of 300 hours on partial full service planning.
We are not just planners - we are designers, stylists and coordinators. When you hire a wedding planner, you are hiring a contractor for your wedding. We are the stewards of your time and your budget. We are researching and finding the perfect vendors for YOU.
We are managing, mitigating and aligning schedules, personalities, details and delegations. We are monitoring the constant ebbs and flows and sending hundreds of emails a day that you will never even see. We are your personal assistant, your sounding board and your best confidant.
We want the best for our clients AND the best for our vendors. We want to create a dream team for your dream day and keep things positive and fun for everyone involved.
This is a big job and we take it seriously.
We take a very limited number of full and partial full service weddings per year in order to best serve our clients. We start booking events/wedding up to 14 months out
Top Wedding Venues in Tulum Mexico
OUR FAVORITE WEDDING VENUES IN THIS TROPICAL PARADISE
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PAPAYA PLAYA PROJECT
This boutique hotel is not only a magical location for a wedding, but also a fantastic spot for traveling guests with its selection of beachfront cabins and cottages. The venue is set on a private beach that’s near to one acre, and gives off a rustic charm while boasting exquisite panoramic views and incredible style.
Whether you’re looking for a barefoot wedding on the beach, or an intimate ceremony in a magnificent chapel, Papaya Playa Project is all about making your vision come to life.
Additional Information:
The estimated price starts at $3000
Amenities include a bridal changing room, and parking
They have on-site accommodation, and you can choose between their casitas, cabanas, and casas
Their largest capacity is 200 guests
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SANARA
This luxury hotel is all about relaxation and restoration. The word ‘sanara’ actually translates to ‘you will heal’ and so, this is a space about creating happy memories, and becoming the person you are meant to be. What’s also great is the many wellness amenities and activities on offer for staying guests, such as spa treatments, classes, workshops, and yoga.
And so, because this soul-enriching location is all about manifesting one’s dreams, marrying here means truly bringing your perfect wedding to life. You can choose to host a small intimate wedding, or create a larger celebration. And if you fancy going the whole nine yards, you could go ahead with one of their wedding packages that come with a number of added and exclusive offers to sweeten the deal.
Additional Information:
The estimated price starts at $5000
They have on-site accommodation for up to 53 guests
They offer indoor and outdoor venue spaces with the largest capacity being 110
A 15 percent discount at the spa is offered for guests
A complimentary massage is offered for the bride and groom if there is a full buyout
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KIMA TULUM
Kima Tulum provides the most incredible and lush backdrop for beautiful weddings and stunning intimate gatherings.
The property includes a jungle courtyard for ceremonies, a hidden garden for your cocktail hour, a stunning pool deck for unique receptions, the yoga shala for lounging or intimate dinners, all the garden paths and hammock nooks to rest and relax as well as the the beautiful jungle backdrop to create your dance floor. All together, completely off the grid - we can create the wedding of your dreams completely from scratch.
Additional Information:
The estimated price starts at $6000 including event fee and lodging for two nights for 11 guests
They have on-site accommodation for up to 11 guests
Completely off the grid and totally customizable
Unique and stunning rooms with custom tiles and luxury linens
Onsite mixologist for your bartending needs
A full sized pool and acres of untouched jungle
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16 TULUM
An event at 16TULUM is a unique experience - with stunning lines, white stucco, private pools in the majority of the rooms, multiple fire pits and an onsite catering kitchen - this location is only 5 mins away from Tulum Center and yet feels like its completely in the middle of the Jungle; creating a stunning backdrop to your ceremony and reception.
We love 16Tulum for its stunning style, extreme hospitality and ideal location. Perfect for intimate, luxury and boho weddings in the middle of paradise.
Additional Information:
The estimated price starts at $5500 with lodging included for three nights
They have on-site accommodation for up to 18 guests
A fully outdoor venue space with the capacity of up to 80 guests
Beautiful architecture and a stunning pool
Onsite venue manager to help you with all your accommodation needs