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LOVE IS LOVE in Yucatán FAMOUS FOR ITS MAYAN CULTURE AND NATURAL BEAUTY, THIS MEXICAN STATE IS NOW A WELCOMING SPOT FOR LGBTQ+ WEDDINGS
WHEN WE THINK OF MEXICO AS A DESTINATION WEDDING, IT’S OFTEN AGAINST THE BACKDROP OF WHITE-SAND BEACHES and turquoise water in Riviera Maya, Cabo San Lucas or Cancun. But venture further inland into Mexico’s southeastern Yucatán Peninsula and you’ll discover a mystical mecca of historic properties and luxury resorts in Yucatán state, ideal for hosting an epic fiesta with the love of your life. And, finally, LGBTQ+ marriages are now legal in the state as of March 2022, making it a welcoming place for all couples and guests. Here’s just a sampling of reasons to consider Yucatán for your upcoming nuptials.
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Tropical gardens boast a marvelous view of the original 19th century walls of the former Hacienda on the property, an ideal setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
