Twin Beaches: the Sea on One Side, the Lagoon on the Other
Sitting at Boulevard Kukulcan KM 20 in the quieter southern stretch of the hotel zone, The Westin Resort and Spa Cancun is the only hotel in Cancun with both a Caribbean-facing beach and a private lagoon beach — two completely different backdrops separated by a few minutes' walk. That combination makes it one of the most versatile locations in the entire zone for a flying dress photoshoot.
Pro Art Photographers uses both settings: the open turquoise Caribbean side for sweeping, airy images and the calmer lagoon shore for intimate, moody frames where the dress reflects off still water. Add the resort's mature palm gardens and you have three distinct looks in a single session.
Two Beaches, One Resort, Endless Backdrops
The dual-beach layout at KM 20 is what sets The Westin apart for flying dress photography.
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Caribbean beach and private lagoon
The only Cancun hotel with both a Caribbean-facing beach and a private lagoon shore — two entirely different lighting moods and water colors in one location.
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Quieter southern hotel zone
KM 20 is far from the busiest tourist stretch, so the beaches are calmer and the backgrounds are cleaner with fewer passersby.
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Mature palms and resort gardens
Decades-old palm trees and lush tropical gardens frame the shot from the landward side, adding depth and color to every composition.
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Dresses and technique included
Choose your dress color in sizes XS to XXXL; our team handles the flying-dress movement and timing on every frame.
Why The Westin Cancun Is Exceptional for a Flying Dress Photoshoot
Most hotels in the Cancun hotel zone face a single direction. The Westin at KM 20 is different: it sits on a narrow strip of land with the Caribbean Sea on one side and the Nichupte Lagoon on the other, and it is the only hotel in Cancun that opens both shores to guests. For flying dress photography, that means two completely different lighting environments within the same resort.
The Caribbean side delivers the big turquoise drama — open horizon, rolling surf, and sky that fills the entire background. The lagoon side is the opposite: still water, warm late-afternoon reflections, and a softer palette ideal for more intimate, romantic frames. Few locations in all of Cancun offer this kind of contrast in a single session.
What to Expect From Your Session
Your session lasts approximately one hour and is fully guided from start to finish. We arrive with the flying dress, an assistant manages the fabric so the dress catches air on every shot, and the photographer captures the precise moment of movement. Your only job is to enjoy the setting.
The Best Light at The Westin
Sunrise on the Caribbean side brings warm golden backlight and calm seas before the beach fills with hotel guests. Late afternoon on the lagoon side is equally magical: the low sun paints the still water in amber and copper, and the soft reflected light is extraordinarily flattering on the dress and on skin.
What to Bring
We provide the dress in sizes XS to XXXL, so dress lightly and come ready to move. Bring sunscreen, water and an optional second outfit. Loose, flowing hair moves naturally with the sea breeze, and bare feet photograph beautifully on the resort\'s white sand.
How to Book Your Flying Dress Session at The Westin Cancun
Message us on WhatsApp with your preferred date and the backdrop you have in mind — Caribbean or lagoon — and we will confirm availability and plan the best timing for the light. You can see exactly what each package includes and reserve your date on our Flying Dress Cancun packages page.
Ready for a Flying Dress Shoot at The Westin Cancun?
Reserve an editorial flying dress photoshoot on the Caribbean beach or private lagoon shore of The Westin Resort and Spa. We take a limited number of sessions each week.
Flying Dress at The Westin Cancun — FAQ
How much is a flying dress photoshoot at The Westin Resort and Spa Cancun?
Each package includes a different number of edited photos and extras. See our current Flying Dress Cancun packages for full pricing, then book your date with us directly.
Do I have to be a guest at The Westin to do the photoshoot?
No. We shoot on the public beaches of the Cancun hotel zone near KM 20, and if you are a Westin guest we can plan the best on-property spots where photography is permitted.
What makes The Westin Cancun special for flying dress photography?
It is the only hotel in Cancun with both a Caribbean beach and a private lagoon beach. That gives you two completely different backdrops — open turquoise sea or still lagoon reflections — in a single session.
What is the best time of day to shoot at The Westin?
Sunrise on the Caribbean side for golden backlight and calm seas. Late afternoon on the lagoon side for warm amber reflections on the still water.
Do you provide the flying dress?
Yes. We bring a collection of flowing dresses in several colors and sizes XS to XXXL, and our team manages the flying-dress technique so you only need to pose.