Karisma vs The Excellence Collection weddings
Both chains have resorts in Dominican Republic and Mexico and Jamaica. Every figure below is a count or range over the resorts that publish it; the resort pages have each one’s own list and source.
Where they differ
- The Excellence Collection has the cheaper entry package: $950 against $1,100 at the cheapest Karisma resort.
- Karisma's free package covers more guests: up to 32, against 2.
| Karisma | The Excellence Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Resorts listed | 5 | 8 |
| Resorts with a free package | 5 of 5 | 8 of 8 |
| Most guests in a free package | 32 | 2 |
| Cheapest paid package | $1,100 | $950 |
| Median cheapest package | $1,100 | $950 |
| Outside vendor fee | not published | not published |
| Day pass for non-staying guests | not published | not published |
| Largest ceremony venue | not published | not published |
| Adults-only resorts | 1 of 5 | 6 of 8 |
| Same-sex weddings stated | 0 of 5 | 0 of 8 |
Karisma
How to get the free package
- Book 7+ rooms, each for at least 3 nights, through Karisma Groups (contract) or a tour operator; ceremonies any day (4 resorts)
- Can be complimentary, but the resort does not publish how to qualify (1 resort)
Resorts, cheapest package first
- Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya by Karisma - Adults Only$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya - Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma$1,399
The Excellence Collection
How to get the free package
- Lovebirds ($950) is complimentary with a wedding party of 20 paid room nights; guest list required. Couple only, symbolic ceremony at 11:00 AM; cannot be combined with the complimentary honeymoon or anniversary package. (8 resorts)
Resorts, cheapest package first