Where to start? The incredible photos and videos only tell part of the unforgettable story, but the truth is, with pure heart, determination and creativity, Cristina and her teams planned and executed the most beautiful and “epic” wedding experience that we have ever been a part of.

This is no small feat. The ceremony was staged high on a remote cliff overlooking the pacific and had never been used for a wedding until that day.

The reception was set, 20 minutes south, in our good friend’s breathtaking beachfront terrace, which, sticking with the theme, had only been used for her sister’s wedding over six years ago.

The music was three-fold. Ricky played acoustic guitar and sang at the ceremony and during dinner, an awesome beach-style drum circle was going off as the guests arrived from the ceremony and the Dj hit a home run with a perfect mix of salsa and wedding favorites.

The flowers, the handmade bamboo ceremony arch and magical table settings were radiant and graceful. The lighting and candles were sublime and crazy-romantic.

Ricardo rocked the bar(s) at both the ceremony and the reception (cantaritos, margaritas, massive amounts of mezcal). The late night, handmade barbacoa tacos arrived at the perfect time.

Cristina pulled this extraordinary event by focusing on the timeless themes of friendship, connectivity and energy.

Our wedding will remain, without question, the greatest and most profound day of our lives.

Thank you, Cristina! You are an unbelievable friend and a bad-ass wedding planner:) And thank you to everyone who gave their time and heart that day. We felt it.

Much love, much respect.

Megan and Josh

Where do we begin? We're a young couple, at the height of our professional careers, who were in need of the right type of support to successfully have our destination wedding. Because of our day jobs we naturally struggled to find time to dedicate to the finer details of our wedding.

"Did you email the vendor back?" "Have you seen the email we got from the hotel?" "What guests are going to be attending the welcome party & what do they want to eat?" These were the types of questions falling by the wayside that we just couldn't find the time to answer. Before we knew it, emails were stacking and our wedding was at a stand still.

At first, we believed that in this age of ChatGPT & AI, we thought we could do it all! Once the rubber hit the road, we realized we needed help. We needed someone who was monitoring our blind spots, someone, who could weigh in on countless questions & resolve our numerous struggles. What we needed was Cristina.

Cristina is a professional, caring & knowledgeable expert of her craft - who truly made the difference in our experience. Throughout our wedding there were several ups, downs, and surprises that we quite literally couldn't have navigated without her. Leading up to the wedding we confidently leaned on Cristina for planning, decision making, and more.

Beyond support, we were also able to tap into Cristina's connections within the local wedding industry as she even knew the local team on a first-name basis. She navigated the difficult moments with such grace and professionalism - at times reminding us that "no wedding is perfect" while ALWAYS seeking out solutions, plan-Bs, and ways to accommodate our needs as best as possible.

The best part? Things only got better on the day of our wedding. On our special day she introduced us to her team of equally professional & compassionate individuals. They showed such care & quality service for us as a couple that I don't know how I could ever repay them. Not only that, this vibe was extended to our families (moms, dads, grandparents, and wedding party). They shared our values & respected the exact details we cared most about.

If you can't tell, we can't really say enough positive things regarding Cristina and her team. I would recommend her a thousand times over & am truly grateful for the experience she & her team provided us.

There will be an overwhelming number of choices to make when planning your wedding in Quintana Roo… deciding to choose Cristina Maldonado as your wedding planner will be your easiest, and your best.

When we looked back at the wedding planning process, there were things we would do differently, but the first thing we’d do again would be hiring Cristina.

The same effervescent, energetic, patient, enthusiastic, and passionate woman we met in our first interview was the partner who showed up tirelessly in every planning meeting that followed. Who met us the first time in Mexico after innumerable video calls and was exactly the same personality we’d gotten to know, in person.

Planning a destination wedding in a foreign country is a complicated challenge. Done right, it is a beautiful experience in a magnificent locale. Having the right team to realize this is crucial - and that’s where Cristina and her team came in.

Cristina made herself perpetually available, showed up whenever the bell was rung, and stood up to challenges before we even knew they’d arisen. We weren’t her only client, but she made us feel like we were her biggest priority.

If you’re seeking a wedding planning partner, you simply will not find a more sincere, professional, and unflagging teammate than Cristina. Your planner is an incredibly meaningful choice; we made the right decision, and hope you will too.

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Planning a wedding from a distance can be challenging, but having Cristina was a game changer. We are not from the Quintana Roo region, so we had no reference on vendors, quotes and what the ideal timeline was.
Cristina helped us with every single detail we had, and it was a lot. Our wedding had 100 guests traveling from 2 different countries. From venue, to transport, to string lights, to translation and everything in between, Cristina was able to bring our ideas to life on our most special day.
The whole weekend ran smoothly with everything working out as it should and our guests having the best time. And us? We had the chance to enjoy everything we’ve been preparing on our weekly calls for the past 8 month and holding on to every fleeting second.
Cristina and her team did an incredible job coordinating everything so all we had to do was enjoy and be present in that moment.
Pame, thank you for being there for us and everything you did for all of us in the bridal party as well! Your help was so important!
Cristina, thank you again from the bottom of our hearts for bringing our dreams to life! Our marriage starts from the most gorgeous and wonderful wedding! We will keep and cherish the moments forever!

If you are getting married in Mexico, especially in Cancun, stop searching right now. Cristina is the wedding planner you want by your side.

Planning a destination wedding can feel overwhelming, but planning one in a foreign country is a completely different level. Cristina guided us through every step with expertise, patience, kindness, and genuine heart, and we truly consider her family now.

From the very beginning, she tackled every challenge we threw her way, including budget changes, shifting priorities, and countless ideas, and she pivoted seamlessly every single time. We even had to make major last-minute venue changes, and she handled everything with such calm and control that you would never know anything had changed. She took our vision and brought it to life perfectly. I still don’t know how she did it, but it felt like she could even control the weather, that is how flawless everything turned out.

What truly sets Cristina apart is that she doesn’t just plan a wedding, she cares for people. She supported us emotionally and mentally, and she supported our families as well. She went above and beyond to ensure that every one of our relatives made it home safely after the wedding. She even helped us navigate the visa process so that my family from Venezuela could attend, something we are forever grateful for.

She knows the wedding world from every angle because she used to work on the vendor side, and that experience shows. She is incredibly well-connected, and no matter what we asked for, from a last-minute décor idea to a flower-preservation company, she had someone trustworthy and reliable. She negotiated our contracts, respected our budget, kept things under budget, and fought for our vision like it was her own.

Cristina is kind, patient, passionate, organized, creative, and the ultimate problem solver. She supported us before, during, and after the wedding, and she made sure that our day was not just beautiful, but meaningful, seamless, and unforgettable.

We are so excited for the day she gets married because we will be there cheering her on. That is how much she means to us.

If you are overwhelmed, unsure, or simply want someone who will make your wedding day truly magical, Cristina is your girl. When it comes to the most important day of your life, the one day you do not get to do over, you want someone like her fighting for your vision and guiding you every step of the way.

We could never thank her enough. We love you, Cristina.

Cristina was truly a dream to work with from start to finish! She helped me with absolutely everything I asked for and went above and beyond to make sure no detail was overlooked. She was incredibly quick to respond, and made the entire wedding day run perfectly smooth.

Not only was she kind and attentive, but she also worked hard to find creative solutions to help keep us within our budget without sacrificing the vision we had for our big day. Her amazing team was just as wonderful—so thoughtful and accommodating, making sure both my husband and I had everything we needed throughout the day.

Cristina made the entire planning process stress-free and genuinely enjoyable. Her warmth and dedication made us feel completely comfortable and supported every step of the way. I couldn’t imagine our wedding without her and her incredible team. If you’re looking for someone who will truly care about making your big day perfect, Cristina is the one!

Cristina was such an incredible person to work with! She has such a genuine personality that makes it so much easier and fun to work with as well. The day of the wedding her and her team blew me and my husbands expectations out of the water. They were very attentive and catered to every need, it’s like they could read our minds. I would 100% recommend Cris and her team!

Only regret, not hiring her SOONER. She is amazing, her work & team speak for themselves. Cristina is truly such a gem, she was recommended my photographer and immediately knew she was the right person. So much so, my family could not stop praising her and her team. From the wedding rehearsal 2 days prior- days following my wedding.

I had my wedding at Xcaret and hired her 8 weeks before. If something went wrong that day, I certainly did not know it then. They did a phenomenal job.
Cristina was game on from the moment our contract began. She worked hard and was available for all my questions and never made me feel silly or bad for being a bit type B and unorganized myself. Thank you for all your love, and attentiveness. My wedding was an absolute dream come true. And I can confidently say I would likely not feel the same if I did not have her!

Con mucho cariño

Sara Guzman

We loved working with Cristina. She found us the perfect venue and vendors. Everyone told me it was the best wedding they have ever been to!

Cristina and her team were beyond incredible on the day of my wedding!! They blew my expectations out of the park and gave me so much peace day of! From the coordination of events to the extremely small details that were important to me, they came though! I am overjoyed that I chose them to take part in my wedding. Thank you forever!