When it comes to getting married in Cancun, the biggest challenge that you will face is selecting a location from the many beautiful options.  Cancun is a tropical paradise situated in the Yucatan Peninsula coast. From its superb tropical gardens and its sandy beaches nearly touching the Caribbean Sea to gazebos surrounded by acres of blue pools, getting married in this island can be a perfect beginning to a memorable life together. It also has the added attraction of mayan archaeological sites, nature reserves and some of the words best diving sites.

There are several advantages to get married here.  The entry requirement is relatively simple with US and Canadian citizens having an option to just provide a birth certificate or certificate of citizenship with a photo ID. Only two days residence is required to get married in Cancun and the many wedding planners offering services in the island can smooth the way over the additional requirements.

When packing for your Cancun trip to get married, remember to bring light material. Sun dresses are great, you can great creative, look cute, and stay comfortable. Make sure to pack a pair of comfortable walking shoes also. The night is a refreshing change from the hot sun during the day, it is still going to be humid though. You will be spending most of your time around and in water, whether you are staying at the hotel by the pool, or visiting many of the great attractions that Cancun has to offer, so keep it simple and light.

Get ready to explore the warm sandy beaches in a world class hotel for a most memorable and romantic wedding this winter.  You can check out the amazing night life or indulge in some fishing, diving and snorkeling on your honeymoon. You can also satisfy your adventurous streak by participating in the water sports offered on the island. If you don’t want to do anything but chill out, remember that Cancun remains a tranquil retreat where you can relax to your heart’s content along the peaceful shore of the Caribbean.

Bridesmaids have been given the honor by the bride to take part in one of the most precious times in her friend’s or sister’s life! Choosing the right beach bridesmaids dresses can be a difficult task considering that you need to choose a dress to suit different figures, complexions and personalities. Depending on the size of your wedding, you will have at least one or two bridesmaids. Fortunately the fewer bridesmaids you have, the easier the task of selecting the right beach bridesmaid’s dresses becomes.

The beach automatically lends itself to less formal attire than a traditional church wedding. Choose beach bridesmaids dresses that are knee-length or tea-length, strapless or with spaghetti straps and that is made of a comfortable fabric that will work well in the heat.

Choosing a dress that flatters all figures can be a challenge. If you want one dress style that will flatter your plus size best friend and your model figured sister, then go for an A-line cut. If you don’t mind not having the same style, then have your dresses made out of the same fabric, but change the style to suit each of your bridesmaid’s figures best. Make a statement – go for a complete mix and match with fabric and style, but have the same overall colour scheme.

If your wedding is more about the fun of the event that the formalities, then why not reflect this with beach bridesmaids dresses that captures spirit of summer. Choose a printed fabric or opt for a sundress style. Also keep in mind that shorter dresses tend to be less formal as well. For beach bridesmaid’s dresses that really reflect an island theme, nothing would be more perfect than a traditional Tahitian pareo. These come in many different colours/prints and can be worn/tied in a variety of ways. It is also a great idea to buy one for yourself to add a touch of glamour to your honeymoon wardrobe!

Knowing exactly where everything will take place will very largely dictate the men’s beach wedding attire. Will some part or the entire wedding take place on an actual beach, or just near a beach? If it is just a beach-themed wedding then take your cue from the bridal beach wedding outfits. If the bride is wearing a ball gown, then perhaps a tux is not such a bad idea. If any part of the wedding will take place on an actual beach, then consider something a little less formal and a little more fun!

If your wedding has a slight tropical theme to it, why not consider a casual Hawaiian shirt, plain white drawstring pants and flip-flops or go bare feet. You can also add wedding leis to the outfit to complete the look. If you are not into the whole island theme thing, consider some light coloured or khaki shorts, an open collar white shirt and bare feet or deck shoes? Simple yet stylish!

For a sophisticated but relaxed men’s beach wedding attire try white drawstring pants, a crisp shirt (striped will look very nice), sleeves rolled up, collar open and some deck shoes. A white linen shirt and dark trousers with no tie can also look fresh and classic.

If your wedding is a little more formal you may want to try a light coloured (sand or wheat) day-suit. This is also a good idea if you are planning your beach wedding in early spring or late autumn as the weather might not be as warm as in midsummer. You can also opt for a navy blue, charcoal or black tropical wool suit with a white shirt and dark tie.

Usually outfitting the groom is not a very big challenge, and a beach wedding theme makes it even easier.

One of the best things about beach weddings is that it is a more casual and relaxed affair than traditional weddings.  There are no particular rules that you need to observe. However, there are a few things that need to be taken care of to show that you care for the guests and respect their presence. Taking into account the special needs of certain guests will ensure that your wedding is an enjoyable event for you and your guests.

In fact, a beach wedding requires that you give additional thought to certain things that you would not consider in a traditional wedding.  For instance, since most weddings are conducted on the sand, it is good to have a hard surfaced aisle runner so that elder guests and guests who are not comfortable with sand will find it easier to move around and will not soil their beach wedding clothes.  Also, it would be a good thing if you have a designated place for the guests to keep their shoes so that they don’t have to worry about them if they decide to go barefoot.  Also, since beach weddings do not have a standard attire, it is also a good idea to give the guests an indication of what the beach wedding clothing will be as some beach weddings may be very informal allowing Hawaiian style shirts, shorts and flip flops, while others may require suits/pants.

If you are planning a destination beach wedding, then the invitations should be sent out at least four months in advance so that your guests will have ample time to book their tickets well in advance. Also, you can let them know that they need not brings gifts as they will incur less charges on additional luggage fees and custom duties.

Also factors like weather, hydration and restrooms are very important. You can make arrangements for the wedding planners to set up portable toilets.  Also, make sure that there is an alternate venue in case it rains. When these things are taken care of, you can be rest assured that everyone will have fun at the wedding.

Ever since you decided to have a beach wedding, one of the more important questions is pertaining to the footwear that will go with your beach wedding clothing.  Though most beach weddings are casual, the options available for choosing your footwear can be mind boggling and confusion. Fortunately, there is a wide variety of footwear to choose from. The bride does not have to limit herself to the traditional shoes. She may also consider sandals, flip – flops or even go bare feet at the wedding ceremony.

Even the simplest of flip flops or sandals can be made to look elegant with a little creativity. For example, consider flip flops embellished with accents such as Swarovski crystals, small sea shells, ribbons, beads, or rings. If the bride is not satisfied with a store design, she can just use her imagination and design a customized shoe to suit the wedding dress.

The bride also has the option of wearing sandals. You can find classy sandals in silver, decorated with rhinestones, decked out with suede, or more. There are also beautiful sandals that use bows to literally wrap around your lower leg – a beautiful touch, especially if you are wearing a shorter beach wedding gown.

As for the groom, he has the option of deciding between simple yet stylish leather sandals, some cool sneakers and beach shoes to go with his wedding clothing.  Whatever may be the type of footwear you choose for your beach wedding, keep in mind that a thick heel or a wedge heel will prevent your feet from sinking into the sand.

One of the best ways to walk down the aisle on a beach wedding is to go bare foot. You may consider decorating your feet with henna patterns to add some glamour and style to your feet.  You could also pick some really good foot jewellery to complement the bare feet. There are just two factors to consider for the beach wedding footwear – comfort and style.