Brittany Summers & Luke Seidel
april 14, 2024
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico
You're Invited!
Please join Brittany & Luke as they
celebrate their wedding in Mexico!
sunday april 14, 2024
secrets akumal riviera maya
Rooms are blocked with special rates:
april 11-april 16, 2024
RSVP/Deposit Required by:
october 11, 2023
Please see Booking Information
in the FAQ below!
To Get A Quote Or Book Your Room:
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Read the important info below.
After you have read the FAQ, complete the reservation form at the bottom of this page.
All guests will need to complete the reservation form to get a quote.
Roommates should designate ONE person to fill out the form
(one form per room, not per person).
Room Block
Frequently Asked Questions
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Hello! Brittany & Luke have pre-reserved rooms with a special set rate for the travel window of April 11-16, 2024. This resort requires a 3 night minimum for all guests. Guests may extend their stay, pending availability. Note: Inventory outside of these dates is extremely limited. For those extending their stay, we recommend booking early to get the best selection.
Deadlines
After you have discussed your travel dates with family & friends, you are ready to make a deposit! A room deposit of $150 per adult is due on October 11, 2023 plus the cost of chosen insurance plan (optional). Final room payments due: January 10, 2024.
Airfare
As long as your room is booked with the group, you may book your air however you'd like. When you book your air, please forward your air confirmation to us by February 14, 2024. to receive your included transportation. See Airfare question in this FAQ for more details.
Travel Agent
The couple is working with me, Ashley Morris at Alpaca Your Bags Travel, to make this trip fun and stress free. Please read the important information below and contact me to complete your booking and join us!
The rates listed are PER PERSON and include:
- Hotel Accommodations
- All Inclusive Meal Plan - Also includes all beverages including alcohol
- Round trip shared transportation between the destination airport & your resort
- Hotel, Tax & gratuities
- All wedding events & activities
At Secrets Akumal, amenities include:
- Unlimited access to gourmet à la carte dining options with no reservations required
- Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
- Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
- Pool and beach wait service
- Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottle water and beer
- Daily maid service
- Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
- Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues
- No wristbands required
- Free Wi-Fis
- Inclusions subject to change at any time without notice at the resort's discretion
If you already have a passport, please check the expiration date.
The State Department recommends that international travelers have 6 months of validity remaining on their passport after their return trip date.
PASSPORT PROCESSING TIME is extremely delayed right now, check this site for details and *do not* wait until the last minute!
Returning to the US: Effective June 13, 2022, the US no longer requires a negative covid test to return to the US. However, the CDC has stated that this policy will be re-addressed every 90 days or if a new covid variant requires it. If you'd like to read more about this requirement, please visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html
The cost of insurance is based on your age, your state of residency and the total cost of your trip. Due to this, travel insurance prices will be quoted for each individual guest.
Without insurance, there are no refunds should your plans change. Without insurance, you will also not have any medical coverage for mishaps or catastrophic events. Your US health insurance will likely not work outside of the United States; please read the FAQ below for more detail.
Insurance Plans & Cost Estimator Tool
TO ESTIMATE YOUR INSURANCE COSTS and review the various plan options CLICK HERE
There are no set requirements for payments, as long as final payments are made by the deadline. Final payments are due on JANUARY 10, 2024
Due to contract deadlines, we recommend booking your hotel room as early as possible and adding air when you're ready.
If you book your own air, please forward your air confirmation email to me no later than FEBRUARY 14, 2024. This is how we schedule your transportation pick up at your destination. Guests who do not submit their air information by the deadline will forfeit their included transfers.
The closest airport is Cancun International Airport (CUN). Transportation is only included from this airport. The included transportation is a "shared transfer," which is a shuttle that may make stops at other properties. Guests are able to upgrade to a nonstop vehicle at their own cost, see form for details.
If you would like assistance with air, we are happy to help! There is a $75 ticketing fee included in all of our air quotes.
Reservation forms should be one per ROOM, not one per person. When I get your form, I will email both of you and explain next steps.
If you and your roommate live at different addresses, please make sure to include the second passenger's contact info. This can go in the notes field.
Please include your requested dates in your reservation form and I will confirm availability! Note: rates outside the room block dates may differ from our group rates quoted here.
- The couple has signed a contract with the resort and has committed to a minimum number of rooms
- Only rooms booked with Alpaca Your Bags Travel count toward this contract
- The resort has a 3 night minimum stay requirement, but you are welcome to come earlier or stay later!
- We have reserved several different room types for you to choose from. Descriptions follow this FAQ
The group kindly asks that you book your hotel within our designated group contract here at Alpaca Your Bags Travel.
There are several reasons why you should honor the group's wishes and book the hotel portion with the group:
- The group has worked with me to negotiate a contract for the ENTIRE group. This includes a special set rate and included transportation.
- Groups are given priority status at the resort, so you might miss out on some VIP treatment.
- Groups are given priority room assignments, so if you book directly, you're likely getting a room that couldn't be sold to a group. It will be leftover inventory, probably in a undesirable location away from everyone else.
- Groups are given priority in terms of an oversold situation. If the hotel over sells, your group is protected but his reservation is not. You could be walked to another location.
- Will not get the group rates
- Will have to pay up front vs. over time.
- Will not receive any pre-departure, trip support or post-trip support from me.
- Unfortunately I cannot assist with travel arrangements made outside of the group, nor can I assist in the event of an emergency.
- Will be required to pay a day pass on property to attend wedding events. Note: Day pass sales are extremely limited due to covid occupancy restrictions.
Note: Due to the nature of my job, I am frequently on the phone with travel suppliers. Email is often the fastest and best way to reach me.
Kindly note my business hours of 9a-5p central time, M-Thursday and 9a-3p central time on Fridays. I am available outside business hours by appointment. Please allow up to 1 business day for a response.
Resort Information
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, ideally located in the heart of the Riviera Maya along the famed white-sand beaches and calm, clear waters of Akumal, fuses elegant and original design with nature's elements. This AAA Five Diamond winning resort offers 3 stunning pools including an expansive infinity pool and 11 smaller pools that create a soothing water enveloped haven, all located nearby the centuries-old Mayan sites of Tulum and Coba. Enjoy the natural beauty of Akumal - meaning “Place of Turtles” in Mayan - by snorkeling off the coast in the world's second largest barrier reef with the famous green sea turtle population that call Akumal home or take a bike tour. The natural elements strewn throughout the property create a sensual and peaceful heaven that is truly unmatched. Walk through the natural wooden walkways by the purposely conserved trees and pass by the pools and fire pits cleverly situated throughout the property creating a stunningly romantic ambiance and an oasis you will later dream of fondly.
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Room Block Information
Availability during our dates is extremely limited. We have blocked the room types below because they are available during the wedding dates. If you'd like a different room type or if you'd like to extend your stay, we recommend booking within the group ASAP.
The couple has blocked the most popular room types, listed below.
Junior Suite
Partial Ocean View
544 square feet with partial ocean view. Currently available as 2 double beds only, but king option may be available pending availability. Max occupancy is 3 adults in double bed, 2 adults in king (if available)
Includes shared round-trip transportation. Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available on request, see booking form.
available as two double beds
Junior Suite Partial Ocean View- Package Pricing for Room Block Dates
3 nights: $1,027 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
4 nights: $1,344 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
5 nights: $1,660 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
Rates are PER PERSON and include shared round-trip transportation from Cancun International airport (CUN). Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available upon request, see booking form for details. Rates do NOT include airfare or insurance; will be quoted on request
Single occupancy rates will be quoted upon request.
Rooms have been blocked for April 11-16. This is a very popular resort and availability outside of these dates is limited. For those who wish to extend their stay, we recommend booking early for the best selection!
Junior Suite
Swim Out
544 square feet with tropical view and direct swim out access. Currently available as 2 double beds only, but king option may be available pending availability. Max occupancy is 3 adults in double bed, 2 adults in king (if available)
Includes shared round-trip transportation. Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available on request, see booking form.
Junior Suite Swim Out- Package Pricing for Room Block Dates
Includes Shared Transportation
3 nights: $1,089 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
4 nights: $1,426 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
5 nights: $1,763 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
Rates are PER PERSON and include shared round-trip transportation from Cancun International airport (CUN). Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available upon request, see booking form for details. Rates do NOT include airfare or insurance; will be quoted on request. Single occupancy rates will be quoted upon request.
Rooms have been blocked for April 11-16. This is a very popular resort and availability outside of these dates is limited. For those who wish to extend their stay, we recommend booking early for the best selection!
available as two double beds
Junior Suite
Ocean View
544 square feet with ocean view. Currently available one king bed only, but double bed option may be available pending availability. Max occupancy is 2 adults in King, 3 adults in Double (if available)
Includes shared round-trip transportation. Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available on request, see booking form.
available as one king bed
Junior Suite Ocean View- Package Pricing for Room Block Dates
3 nights: $1,072 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
4 nights: $1,403 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
5 nights: $1,735 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
Rates are PER PERSON and include shared round-trip transportation from Cancun International airport (CUN). Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available upon request, see booking form for details. Rates do NOT include airfare or insurance; will be quoted on request
Single occupancy rates will be quoted upon request.
Rooms have been blocked for April 11-16. This is a very popular resort and availability outside of these dates is limited. For those who wish to extend their stay, we recommend booking early for the best selection!
Preferred
Junior Suite Tropical View
572 square feet with tropical view and Preferred Club amenities. Currently available as king bed only, but double option may be available pending availability. Max occupancy is 2 adults in king and 3 adults in double (if available). Preferred Club guests receive: private check in/out, preferred room locations, upgraded mini bar & in-room amenities, concierge service, a la carte breakfast at Seaside Grill restaurant, access to the Preferred Club Lounge with continental breakfast, hors d'oeuvres & fine liquors.
Preferred Club Junior Suite Tropical View Package Pricing for Room Block Dates
Includes Shared Transportation
3 nights: $1,154 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
4 nights: $1,513 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
5 nights: $1,872 per person (Double Occupancy, 2 adults)
Rates are PER PERSON and include shared round-trip transportation from Cancun International airport (CUN). Upgrade to nonstop vehicle available upon request, see booking form for details. Rates do NOT include airfare or insurance; will be quoted on request
Single occupancy rates will be quoted upon request.
Rooms have been blocked for April 11-16. This is a very popular resort and availability outside of these dates is limited. For those who wish to extend their stay, we recommend booking early for the best selection!
available as king bed only
Guest Reservation Form
To get a quote OR book your room:
All guests will need to complete the reservation form to get a quote.
Roommates should designate ONE person to fill out the form
(one form per room, not per person).
To limit multiple quotes, please discuss your travel dates with important friends & family members before submitting a reservation form.
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Gather Your Info:
We will need the full passport name & DOB for everyone in your room. Still waiting for your passport? That's OK! Just use the name you used on your application.
2
Completely Fill Out The Form:
Select the Number of Passengers and the form will dynamically create spaces for everyone in your group. Fields marked with an asterisk* are REQUIRED.
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Submit!
Once we get it, we will review & send an invoice for you to review & approve. Kindly note our business hours, 9a-5p CT Mon-Thurs and 9a-3p CT on Friday. Look for an email from Ashley Morris or Mandie Rado.
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Before you submit, do any of these scenarios apply to you?
Returning to the USA: Effective June 2022, the US no long requires a COVID test to return to the US. However, the CDC has indicated that this decision will be re-evaluated every 90 days with new variants or cases. For the latest information, visit https://alpacayourbags.com/covidtravel/ or https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html
As of July 2021, Passport processing times are extremely delayed due to increased travel demand. To check current processing times, please visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/processing-times.html
If you have additional questions, please contact me.
Please confirm the daily charge limit with your bank prior to submitting a large debit card payment. If you attempt to charge over your daily limit, your card will be declined. Note: Debit Cards are NOT recommended for international travel. Ask me for more details.
Travel Insurance and Pregnancy: Please read the coverage info carefully. In many policies, pregnancy is considered a pre-existing condition and is not a covered cancellation reason. In this case, you may want to consider "Cancel for Any Reason" coverage, an optional upgrade.
Please refer to this website for more information and sample letters: http://www.globetrektravel.com/minortravelforms.pdf
Alpaca Your Bags Travel is not responsible for lack of compliance to provide proper documentation to airport authorities. It is the responsibility of the traveler & the traveler’s parents/guardians to provide proper documentation to airport authorities.
A DUI/DWI is a felony in Canada and entrance to non-residents is tightly controlled. Please contact your attorney to learn more.
Reservation Form
If you have questions about the form, please email me at: ashley@alpacayourbags.com
Hi! I’m Ashley Morris; I’m the owner of Alpaca Your Bags Travel. Our name might be funny, but our service isn’t. As we enter our 8th year in business, I’m honored to help wedding couples, families and groups across the U.S. to make their travel dreams a reality. If you’re a Destination Wedding guest, you’re probably thinking, “Who is this person and how did my friend find her?”
Here are a few fun facts about me:
I started Alpaca Your Bags after spending 15 years in corporate marketing and advertising. Before travel, I worked in retail marketing at Target and Kohl’s as well as advertising agencies in New York City. Alpaca was born in my apartment on the Upper West Side of Manhattan
I am a former Destination Wedding bride myself! My husband Matt and I dragged 65 of our closest friends and family to Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. Matt is active duty USAF; we are currently in Warrensburg, MO - just south of the Kansas City area.
I work with couples all over the world and have clients in nearly every US state. In 2021, we will book & service over $1.5 million of travel for wedding groups, honeymoons, family reunions, vacations and more.
If you’re planning another vacation, I’d love to help you! Message me for more details on how we can work together.
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