Best All Inclusive Resorts for a Jewish Destination Wedding
El Dorado Royale
Riviera Maya, Mexico
5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Adults-Only
13 Venues
Generations Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico
4.5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 4.5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Family-Friendly
7 Venues
Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico
4.5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 4.5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Family-Friendly
6 Venues
Moon Palace Cancun
Cancun, Mexico
4.5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 4.5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Family-Friendly
11 Venues
Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun
Cancun, Mexico
5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$$
Adults-Only
7 Venues
Hilton Playa del Carmen, An All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
Riviera Maya, Mexico
4.5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 4.5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Adults-Only
6 Venues
Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall
Montego Bay, Jamaica
5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Adults-Only
7 Venues
Majestic Colonial Punta Cana
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
4 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 4/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$
Family-Friendly
5 Venues
Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres
Cancun, Mexico
5 Star Resort Note: Hotel Class - 5/5 star rating based on hotel quality ranking
Average Cost: $$$
Family-Friendly
7 Venues
Jewish Destination Wedding Packages
The specific inclusions in a Jewish destination wedding package will vary based on the location, venue and services provided by the onsite wedding coordinator. However, some common elements that may be included in a Jewish destination wedding package are listed below.
What Should You Consider When Planning a Kosher Destination Wedding?
There are many details associated with a Jewish wedding celebration. When you select an all inclusive resort that is large enough to accommodate your guest list and familiar with sacred traditions, the planning process is seamless and stress-free. That's because all the details are taken care of for you. Here are some helpful tips:
- Select The Perfect Date: Check your wedding dates against the Jewish calendar and avoid dates that conflict with special holidays. Plan far enough in advance that your guests have time to ask for time off work, school, and budget for an extended vacation, and other personal commitments.
- Coordinate the menu: Confirm how kosher meals are prepared, stored, and served. Ask who provides the mashgiach and if there are additional costs for kosher cookware, dishes, and flatware. Detail clearly your banquet event orders, including hechsherim, separate preparation areas, and service protocols.
- Work with the wedding planning team: Make sure that your expectations are discussed and fully transparent. Discuss ceremony order, modesty considerations, music, dancing, and photography for the celebration. Confirm there is a secure location for ketubah-signing, a peaceful area for the badeken, and a private room for yichud.
Jewish Destination Wedding FAQs
How do I plan a Jewish destination wedding?
Planning a Jewish destination wedding involves careful consideration of your religious traditions and logistical elements. Here are some steps to help you plan a Jewish destination wedding:
- Work with a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist to help determine the best destination, resort, venue and package based on your needs.
- Secure a wedding date and group room block for your guests to get the best rates on their accommodations.
- Work with the onsite wedding coordinator to hire a Rabbi and customize your package details.
- Select your preferred decor for the Chuppah and other celebration spaces.
- Curate a kosher reception menu to cater to any specific dietary requirements/preferences.
- Coordinate any necessary rituals such as special readings, the breaking of the glass, etc.
- Fulfill any and all required documentation and legal procedures if necessary.
- Say “I do” in paradise!
Can I have a kosher destination wedding?
Yes, having a kosher destination wedding is possible when you work with an expert to select the right destination and venue for your celebration. Many all-inclusive resorts throughout Mexico and the Caribbean offer kosher catering to accommodate any religious requirements or dietary needs.