We’re tying the knot!

Ashwini Sakthivel & Amar Ketan Barot

November 13th - 15th

🌴 Cancun, Mexico 🌴

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Our Story

Couple

Ashwini and Amar met at a wedding where they were both part of the bridal party. What started quietly grew into a late-night conversation that sparked a connection lasting months through long-distance calls and constant communication. A group trip to Puerto Rico sealed their love, followed by countless trips spent finding their way back to each other. Amar proposed to Ashwini during a summer sunrise in Cape May, New Jersey, and they later celebrated with an intimate engagement ceremony at home. Now, they’re excited to celebrate their love with family and friends during a destination wedding weekend in Cancun, Mexico.

Wedding Weekend Events

Join us for a celebration filled with love, tradition, and unforgettable moments.

πŸ“… Friday, November 13

✨ Welcome Dinner

πŸ• 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM πŸ“ Convention Center Plaza πŸ‘” Vibrant semi-formal or Garba wear

Join us for a welcome dinner, followed by Garba with the presence of a mehendi artist.

πŸ“… Saturday, November 14

🍯 Haldi

πŸ• 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM πŸ“ Gravity Terrace Rooftop πŸ‘” Shades of blue - bright or pastel hues

A Grah Shanthi blessing the couple, followed by a Haldi ceremony for prosperity, and glow.

πŸ“… Sunday, November 15

The Big Day

πŸ₯πŸ”₯ Wedding

πŸ• 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM πŸ“ Grand Palladium Beach πŸ‘” Traditional Indian or Formal Western

The groom arrives through a lively Baarat, as the couple comes together in a Hindu ceremony celebrating both Tamil and Gujarati traditions.

πŸͺ© Reception

πŸ• 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM πŸ“ Convention Center πŸ‘” Black Tie / Cocktail in Indian or Western

A sparkling evening filled with special speeches, performances, and celebration, with family and friends as we close the wedding weekend.

The Resort

We’ll be staying at Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres, a beautiful all-inclusive resort on the shores of Costa Mujeres. Your stay includes accommodations, dining, drinks, and access to the resort’s pools, beach, and amenitiesβ€”so you can truly relax and celebrate with us.

Book Your Stay

Guests must book within our room block using the booking link we’ve provided to attend our wedding events (third-party or direct resort bookings are not permitted). A 3-night stay covering November 13–15, 2026 (check-out November 16) is required for all events. Please check our FAQs for further information on booking assistance and payments. To ensure you have the best experience, here's our recommendation for room types based on your group.

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Grand Palladium Select

2 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Child

Recommended for two adults or parents traveling with one child, offering the best value for this room category.

Recommended for couples
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Family Selection

2 Adults + 2 Children

Recommended for parents traveling with two children, as the pricing with the added family-focused perks provide the greatest overall benefit.

Recommended for families

πŸ’‘ Tip: Book early to secure your preferred room type.

🌴 Book Your All-Inclusive Stay

FAQ

Deadlines for RSVPs & Room Bookings Please RSVP and Book Rooms by April 20, 2026

Plus One(s) This invitation is exclusively for the guest(s) named, as we are unable to accommodate additional plus-ones.

Travel requirements to Mexico Please ensure your passport (and visa, if required) is valid through November 2026 for travel to Mexico.

Shuttle Transportation We will provide transportation for all of our guests from the Cancun Airport to the Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres.

Gifts Your presence is the greatest gift to us. With travel in mind, we kindly ask for no gifts.

Dress Code Refer to the Events section for encouraged attire. To purchase Indian attire, we recommend Aza Fashions, Kalki Fashion, Lashkaraa, or The Saree Room β€” with rental options available through All Borrow, Borrow the Bazaar, and Glamourental.

Unplugged Ceremony We’d love for you to capture and share memories from the weekend via our shared link. We hope to have an unplugged wedding ceremony, so we request no photos or videos be taken during that time to allow everyone to be fully present.

Booking additional nights If you wish to use the additional nights available (3 before check-in and 3 after check-out), please can contact our reservations agent directly for assistance in creating those bookings.

Room Reservation Payment Details Our guests can manage their payments directly through the website. The first payment is 30%, and the remaining 70% is due 60 days before check-in. The card entered at the time of booking will be the same card charged for the second payment. Different cards can't be used for the same reservation, nor can payments be split into more than the two mentioned in the contract.

RSVP

We can't wait to celebrate with you!