At Secrets The Vine, the rooftop terrace at the last light is the most cinematic place to propose; the beach works for couples who want sand at their feet. Coverage starts at 245 USD.
An adults-only tower with a rooftop is a good place to ask the question. Here is our plan for Secrets The Vine.
The Plan at a Glance
- ResortAdults-only (18+), Secrets brand (Hyatt Inclusive Collection)
- SizeAbout 497 rooms in one tower
- Ceremony sitesBeachfront, gazebo and a rooftop terrace, per wedding listings
- SuitesOcean-view honeymoon suites of about 775 sq ft
- Beach facesEast, onto the open Caribbean
Where to Ask
The rooftop terrace. Panoramic Caribbean views and warm late light; check with the concierge that it is free.
The beach. Open sea and wide sand; choose a stretch away from the bar.
The Right Minute
We plan the question for about 25 minutes before sunset, which leaves the best light for photos afterwards. Times on the 15th of each month in 2027:
| Month | Sunrise | Golden | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 am | 5:54 pm | 6:26 pm |
| March | 6:56 am | 6:27 pm | 6:56 pm |
| May | 6:09 am | 6:47 pm | 7:18 pm |
| June | 6:05 am | 6:58 pm | 7:30 pm |
| July | 6:14 am | 7:00 pm | 7:32 pm |
| September | 6:34 am | 6:21 pm | 6:50 pm |
| November | 6:57 am | 5:34 pm | 6:06 pm |
| December | 7:16 am | 5:35 pm | 6:08 pm |
Couples We Have Photographed, Through Our Lens
Real IVAE Studios couples sessions on the beaches of the Cancún Hotel Zone. They show our work in the area, not necessarily at Secrets The Vine.
Hiding the Photographer and After the Yes
Our photographer arrives early, checks in as your guest and waits 20 to 40 metres from the spot with a long lens, looking like any other guest. We agree three signals: a message when you leave your room, a marker where you stop, and the moment you turn your partner around. You never need to look for us. For a staying guest, a short private session is very seldom charged the outside vendor fee used for weddings, and we confirm the current policy with the resort in writing.
After the yes we take 20 to 40 minutes of portraits while the light lasts. Proposal coverage uses our session collections: Spark, 245 USD for 35 minutes and 15 photos; Glow Hour, 325 USD for 45 minutes and 25 photos; and Essential Flow, 395 USD for 60 minutes and 35 photos. The gallery arrives in one to three business days. More on our surprise proposal photographer page.