The Best Resorts from AIC Hotel Group for a Destination Wedding

At our 2019 Enchanted Travel Destination Wedding Seminar earlier this week, we gave away $3,000 towards a destination wedding with AIC Hotel Group to one lucky couple. Sara Spillane was the winner of this grand prize! AIC Hotel Group encompasses Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts, UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya, Nobu Hotels and Eden Roc in Miami Beach. We wanted to compare a few of these resort options as destination wedding venues. Read on if you are interested in a destination wedding with AIC!

UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya

UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya is probably our favorite resort from AIC Hotel Group. This unique all-inclusive resort is the perfect setting for a destination wedding and many of our agents have had the pleasure of staying here so we have tons of first hand knowledge on this property. What we love about UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya is that they truly embrace what makes Mexico so special. From the food and drinks, to the spa treatments and curated adventures, UNICO 20˚87˚ sets a new standard for destination weddings. To read more about UNICO 20˚87˚ Hotel Riviera Maya destination weddings head to our recent blog post which gives you all the details: Everything You Can Expect from a UNICO 20º87º Riviera Maya Destination Wedding.

Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts

Celebrity wedding planner, Colin Cowie, is now a full time member of the wedding planning team the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts. Choose from his ultra-chic design templates, like Driftwood Romance, Golden Radiance, or Seaside Shimmer. Alternatively, you can completely customize your ceremony with Hard Rock Resorts as well. Hard Rock has properties throughout Mexico, in Cancun, the Riviera Maya and Puerto Vallarta. They are also opening a property in Los Cabos that will be open Summer 2019. In addition, they have a great property in Punta Cana. Read on for more details on a few of our faves for destination weddings.

1. Hard Rock Hotel Cancun

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun brings the rockstar vacation vibes better than any other Hard Rock resorts. Book the Rock Suite Platinum 2 Bedroom with Personal Assistant to feel like a celebrity for your entire wedding week!This is also a great option for couples with lots of children and families on their guest list. This resort offers The Ultimate Playtime Packages for kids, with 4 options based on their age group. They also have family-style accommodations here.

2. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana is the perfect destination wedding setting for couples who like to party! Truth be told, they are all catered to having a good time and letting loose, so you cannot go wrong. But this particular AIC Hotel Group property also boasts a casino onsite. In fact, it has been dubbed the best casino in the Caribbean. This is a great option for those looking for a Hard Rock Resort outside of Mexico.

3. Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos (Coming Soon!)

You can’t go wrong with any of these options, but we are especially excited to see what AIC Hotel Group has in store for their upcoming Los Cabos property. Set to open this summer, Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos is located on the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula. It will have 5 pools, a gorgeous beach, and tons of activities and entertainment day and night. This is a great option for those looking for a brand new property!

Eden Roc Miami Beach

For the most luxurious destination wedding venue in the United States, look no further than Eden Roc in Miami Beach. This property has its own set of dedicated wedding planners and they can help you with everything from bridal showers to farewell brunches, and everything in between. For larger guests lists, you can opt for Eden Roc’s iconic, modern ballrooms. For a more informal and smaller affair, you can have both your ceremony and reception overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Call us today to book your own AIC Hotel Group Destination Wedding. You can reach us at 402-390-9291 or get started here.

My husband and I just returned from our honeymoon this past Sunday. We spent three nights at UNICO 20° 87° Riviera Maya and 3 nights at Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun. You can read our full review for UNICO here and our full review of Le Blanc here. In addition, we highlighted the key differences between these resorts in a blog post here.

In this post, we are going to show you everything we ate during our stay at UNICO. Stay tuned for a separate blog post on all of the food at Le Blanc, coming soon.

Day One Food & Restaurants:

**Keep in mind when reading this – the first day was the only day that we had meals we didn’t love! They get better in the next two days. 🙂 **

We got to UNICO 20° 87° Riviera Maya at about 2 PM last Monday. We were exhausted from the wedding and really craving a great meal. Sadly, the first day was the only time we had food that was sub-par. However, after the first day things really take a turn for the better, so stick with me on this!

Lunch: Pool bar & restaurant.

This was probably the only meal we really did not care for on our whole trip. We started with octopus ceviche, which really tasted weird. In addition, we had chips and guacamole that were so-so, buffalo chicken wings that were also not great, and a Caesar salad. We did end up eating most of the Caesar salad.

Dinner: Cueva Siete Mexican Restaurant

The food here was not bad, but we were in the mood for comfort food that we could stuff our faces with. This was not the place to get that. Instead, the dishes were beautiful and interesting but a bit too funky for what we were looking for. We started with the house tamales which were pretty good. We also had a corn tortilla with black beans, avocado, cheese, tomatoes, and radishes. This was not our favorite. However, Ryan really enjoyed his rib eye steak and all of the sauces that came with it. For my entree, I ordered chocinitas pibil, a Mexican pork dish you scoop into warm corn tortillas. This was my favorite from the meal.

House Tamales

Corn tortilla with black beans, cheese, avocado, tomatoes, and radishes

Rib Eye Steak

Cochinitas Pibil

Late Night Snack: Room Service

Later that night we ordered cheese quesadillas and tortilla soup. They were both okay but nothing spectacular.

Day Two Food & Restaurants:

Breakfast: 20° 87° Restaurant

For our first full day in Mexico, we started at the buffet restaurant, 20° 87°. We had eggs, sausage, bacon, fresh fruit, bagels with cream cheese, coffee and mimosas. It was pretty typical for an all-inclusive buffet breakfast but we liked it!

Lunch: Pizza by the pool

After breakfast we headed straight to the pool and had our own little day bed that jutted into the water, plus two lounge chairs directly behind it. We were very comfortable here so we decided to try the pizza and ordered it to our spot. It was pretty good – we had Margarita pizza and pepperoni.

Dinner: Mia Carisa Italian Restaurant

Mia Carisa was probably our favorite meal at UNICO 20° 87°. We started with the pear and arugula salad and the beef carpaccio, which were both excellent. For our entrees, we ordered cheese ravioli, mushroom risotto, and chicken fettuccine. We learned pretty quickly that we should be ordering multiple entrees and appetizers in case we didn’t like one. Here, however, we liked everything! For dessert, we had vanilla ice cream with figs.

Beef Carpaccio

Pear & Arugula Salad

Mushroom Risotto

Chicken Fettuccine

Cheese Ravioli

Vanilla Ice Cream with Figs

Day Three Food & Restaurants:

Breakfast: Room Service

We decided to give room service another try, this time for breakfast. Our massage was at 10 AM this day, so we figured it would be more convenient to eat our breakfast on our room’s balcony. We ordered eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, fresh fruit, and coffee. Everything was pretty similar to what we would find at the buffet. This was also cold, though.

Lunch: 20° 87° Restaurant

Lunch at 20° 87° Restaurant (the buffet) was great! We loved the taco bar, where they had beef and chicken and warmed our tortillas for us. We also had a few of the pre-made items like meatballs, french fries and rice.

Dinner: Mura House Asian Restaurant

For our final dinner at UNICO 20° 87°, we ate at Mura House. This Asian restaurant offers both an a la carte menu and teppenyaki. We opted for the a la carte menu and started with California rolls, spring rolls, and tuna tataki (seared tuna). After that I ordered the Miso soup and for our entrees we had beef teriyaki, lobster fried rice, and shrimp pad thai. Everything we ate here was delicious!

California Roll

Clockwise from bottom dish: Beef Teriyaki, Lobster Fried Rice, Shrimp Pad Thai

Day Four Food & Restaurants:

Breakfast: Cafe Inez

For our last morning at UNICO 20° 87°, we got another couples massage and then I grabbed a ham and cheese panini at Cafe Inez, the coffee shop and snack bar in the lobby. I wish I had discovered this panini earlier in the week! It was so delicious that we ended up grabbing another one for our drive to Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun.

Overall, I would rank the food here an 8 out of 10. If we had had more time here, we would have been able to go back to the restaurants we loved and avoid the ones we didn’t. Our favorite items were the cheese ravioli at Mia Carisa, the beef tataki at Mura House, and the ham and cheese panini at Cafe Inez.

Interested in tasting some of UNICO’s food for yourself? Call us today at 402-390-9291 or get started here.

UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya is a unique all-inclusive resort from the brand that brought you Hard Rock Hotels & Resorts. We love this resort and many of our agents have toured it and also had the privilege of staying here. In fact, I went here for my honeymoon this past September! We think that UNICO 20º87º is the perfect setting for a destination wedding. This year, we are giving one lucky couple $1,000 towards their dream destination wedding at this amazing resort! To enter to win, RSVP for our Mexico & Caribbean Honeymoon Event which will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. You must be present to win. RSVP at our Event Page.

Win $1,000 Towards a UNICO 20º87º Destination Wedding!

That night, our entire staff of destination wedding experts will be present, as well as our amazing sales rep from Hard Rock Hotels, to answer any and all of your questions about destination weddings. Call us today at 402-390-9291 to reserve your spot and you will be automatically entered to win the $1,000 giveaway towards a destination wedding at UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya.

Why We Love UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya

What we love about UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya is that they truly embrace what makes Mexico so special. From the food and drinks to the spa treatments and curated adventures, UNICO 20º87º sets a new standard for destination weddings.

Even if you are not planning a destination wedding, UNICO 20º87º is a great adults-only option in the Riviera Maya. The 5-star, all-inclusive property offers an in-room mini-bar stocked according to your unique preferences, custom-scented amenities, and four unique restaurants. In addition, UNICO 20º87º has 24-hour room service for all guests and three bars with an exquisite mixology program. Plus, you won’t have to leave your lounge chair or cabana with their poolside and beachside snack and beverage service, and you will never get bored with plenty of land and water sport options, and daily and nightly events. In addition to these standard amenities, you can enjoy even more for a small fee, like golf, scuba diving, spa treatments, beauty salon services, and offsite tours and adventures.

Another thing we love about UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya is its exceptional level of service at every corner. Even if you are venturing off the property, the staff will share their insider’s guide to the local scene. They will help you make reservations and share all of the best-kept secret spots in the area.

Destination Weddings at UNICO 20º87º Hotel Riviera Maya

A destination wedding at UNICO 20º87º is a unique experience that your guests will love! The dedicated team of wedding specialists at UNICO 20º87º makes the planning process easy and enjoyable. Our destination wedding experts at Enchanted Travel work closely with them to ensure every detail is perfect. Everything from the decor, menus, entertainment, and every small detail in between will be taken care of.

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Our ultimate goal is to make the vacation planning process as stress-free as possible. Planning your perfect honeymoon, destination wedding, romantic getaway or vacation of a lifetime has never been easier with Enchanted Honeymoons.

AIC Hotel Group includes luxury hotel properties that are perfect for destination weddings. Their portfolio includes properties in Mexico and the Caribbean, including Hard Rock Hotels in Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Punta Cana, Riviera Maya & Los Cabos. In addition, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos and UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊ Hotel Riviera Maya are part of the AIC Hotel Group. They also have a few luxury hotels in the U.S., including Eden Roc Miami Beach, Nobu Hotel Miami Beach, and Nobu Hotel Chicago.

Our AIC Hotel Group sales rep Korie is giving one lucky couple a chance to win $1,000 towards their destination wedding at any of the Mexico and Caribbean resorts listed above. To enter, RSVP for our Mexico & Caribbean Honeymoon Event which will be held next Tuesday, February 11, 2020, at 5:30 PM. Must be present to win.

Now let’s take a look at what makes destination weddings with AIC Hotel Group so special!

Destination Weddings at Hard Rock Hotels

Legendary event designer Colin Cowie created a set of ultra-chic wedding collections exclusively for Hard Rock All-Inclusive Resorts. Choose from any of their one-of-a-kind wedding collections to give your day the high-end romance you are looking for. In addition to the set collections, brides and grooms can opt to choose their favorite aspects from the separate collections to craft your own style.

LGBT marriages may be performed symbolically in Punta Cana and may be performed legally in Vallarta, Riviera Maya, and Cancun. They also offer Ishq Rocks Indian Wedding Experiences.

Destination Weddings at UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊ Hotel Riviera Maya

UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊ Hotel Riviera Maya is a gorgeous and unique property that brings authentic Mexico to tourists. My husband and I spent part of our honeymoon here back in September and absolutely loved it!

Marylen Exposito Weddings handles all destination weddings at UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊ Hotel. Their work has been featured in several wedding publications including Style Me Pretty, Modern Luxury Bride, Carats & Cake, and Enchanted Brides. In addition, they have won several awards since their start in 2001.

Their standard wedding package includes your ceremony location, 32 chocolate avant-garde chairs, one rose bouquet, and a matching boutonniere. Same-sex couples can opt for two bouquets or two boutonnieres. In addition, it includes a non-denominational minister and audio system for the ceremony and a 1-tier wedding cake and sparkling wine toast for 32 guests after the ceremony. Furthermore, you’ll have your own event consultant and onsite wedding coordinator and a honeymoon wishes wedding website and registry.

Choose from 2 ceremony locations at UNICO 20 ̊87 ̊: the Gazebo or the beach. The gazebo holds 80 guests and the beach has room for up to 150. After choosing your location, choose each of your decor options, like upgraded chairs at the ceremony. You can also add ceremony structure flowers, aisle decor and other details. You can also opt to have your ceremony and/or reception on one of the multiple terraces or in the ballroom.

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Top 5 Reasons to Choose Hard Rock And Unico 2087 All-inclusive Resorts for your Dream Destination Wedding

Searching for the perfect resort to hold your dream destination wedding? Look no further than Hard Rock and Unico 2087 All-Inclusive Resorts, where you’ll find luxury accommodations and top-notch entertainment in a tropical paradise. Check out our top 5 reasons why choosing these resorts for your special day is a decision that will make your celebration second to none.

1. Effortless Planning

Planning a destination wedding can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to. Hard Rock and Unico’s customizable wedding packages allow you to tailor every detail of your celebration. Whether it’s a specific theme, unique floral arrangements, or lively entertainment options, these resorts ensure that your wedding is a true reflection of your vision. Best of all, you can utilize their noteworthy wedding calculator that is specifically set up to help couples accurately budget their wedding plans. No surprise costs here!

2. All-Inclusive Luxury

At Hard Rock and Unico Resorts, all-inclusive truly means all-inclusive. Your destination wedding goes beyond the venue to include 5-star accommodations, unlimited gourmet dining, and upgraded amenities. We’re looking at you, 24-hour room service! This ensures a stress-free experience for you and your guests, allowing everyone to truly soak up the celebration without worrying about additional costs.

3. Benefits for the Bride and Groom

Receive a complimentary ceremony for up to 32 guests just for staying three nights in any room category. Earn up to two free 5-hour private wedding functions. This includes a welcome dinner, reception, or another function of your choosing, along with the event’s food and an open bar. Once the collective guest list hits 75 room nights, the bride and groom also receive a free room upgrade. The bigger the party, the bigger the savings!

4. Dreamy Venue Settings

Hard Rock and Unico Resorts offer breathtaking locations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Whether you envision an intimate beachfront ceremony, a laid-back garden party, or a classic ballroom reception, Hard Rock and Unico Resorts offer a variety of venues for you to choose from. From quaint gazebos to modern indoor spaces, you can enjoy making your Pinterest board come to life.

5. Rockstar Treatment

Expect nothing less than the best for your special day. Hard Rock and Unico Resorts’ on-site wedding coordinators are committed to perfecting each and every detail. From personalized decor to live music performances, no special request is out of reach to make your wedding uniquely, yours.

Book Now with Enchanted Travel: Ready to turn your dream wedding into a reality? Let Enchanted Travel take care of the rest. Call 402-390-9291 today to get connected to one of our destination wedding specialists!

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We absolutely love Unico 2087 for honeymooners! Check out all the best reasons to book your honeymoon at this fabulous resort below.

#1 Romantic Atmosphere

At Unico 2087, couples will find an atmosphere that boasts a picturesque beach with breathtaking sunsets, beautifully decorated spaces, and luxury amenities designed for two. For honeymooners in particular, this resort keeps your celebration going with perks such as in-room breakfast and special decorations. Be sure to bring a copy of your marriage certificate to cash in on the perks!

#2 Stunning Rooms and Suites

Wake up to the sound of gentle waves from the Caribbean Sea in the Alcoba Ocean Front Room, or enjoy a personal, sparkling pool in the Alcoba Swim-up category. Whichever your preference, this home away from home is sure to be a five-star experience.

#3 One-of-a-Kind Experiences

Whether an ideal day on your honeymoon includes tequila and Mezcal tasting, mixology classes, or trips to nearby underground rivers and ecological waterparks in the Mayan Jungle- the variety of excursion options offered at this property are second to none!

#4 Honeymoon Registry

This resort has a unique, and free, website feature that allows couples to create a wedding registry and website to help customize your stay. Let your friends and family select unique gifts like a room upgrade, relaxing spa treatment, or an adventurous excursion (count us in for swimming with the dolphins)!

#5 Authentic Cuisine

When dining at Unico 2087, you can expect locally sourced ingredients at each of the 6 different restaurants. Taste authentic dishes inspired by the Mayan Culture at Cueva Siete, or enjoy Mexican pastries by the beach for breakfast at 2087. Not up to leaving the room? The 24-hour room service menu won’t disappoint.

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