Salt, Sun & Sacrament
A Catholic Couples Getaway by Manna for Marriage
Come away together.
📍 Cancun, Mexico
📅 Thursday, January 21 to Monday, January 25, 2027
Rest. Reconnect. Pray together.
A four-night, five-day getaway to rest, reconnect, pray together, and rediscover the joy of marriage.
Hosted by the Manna for Marriage team alongside Fr. Michael Kearney.
This Is More Than a Vacation
Marriage needs more than advice.
It needs time.
Time to breathe.
Time to reconnect.
Time to laugh again.
Time to pray together.
Time to simply be present to one another and to the Lord.
Salt, Sun & Sacrament is a Catholic Couples Getaway designed to help couples step away from the busyness of life and intentionally invest in their marriage in a peaceful and beautiful setting.
This is not a packed conference schedule.
It’s a sacred pause.
Blending faith, rest, romance, meaningful conversation, and unhurried time together, this all-inclusive getaway offers couples space to encounter Jesus and rediscover one another surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation.
Who This Is For
This getaway is for married couples:
• Who want to intentionally invest in their marriage
• Who long for time to rest, reconnect, and pray together
• Who feel busy or stretched thin and simply need space to breathe
• Who desire meaningful conversation, laughter, renewal, and quality time together
• Who want to grow closer to one another and to the Lord
You don’t need a “perfect” marriage to come.
Sometimes couples simply need time away together in a fun, relaxing, and faith-filled setting.
Want to Learn More First?
We’d love to meet you.
Join us for one of our relaxed informational gatherings where you can hear more about Salt, Sun & Sacrament: The Catholic Couple’s Getaway, ask questions, and discern whether this experience is right for you.
Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 PM
Sunday, July 12 at 11:15 AM
Both gatherings will take place at Our Lady of Mercy.
No pressure. Just conversation, vision, and space to explore.
What You Can Expect
Imagine mornings that begin with prayer and ocean views, afternoons spent resting by the pool or walking the beach together, and evenings filled with meaningful conversation, laughter, and time to reconnect.
✨ Morning and evening couple sessions
✨ Daily Mass, adoration, and opportunities for the sacraments with Fr. Michael Kearney
✨ Plenty of free time for beach walks, rest, excursions, and dates
✨ Guided conversation prompts designed to deepen connection
✨ Beautiful meals, relaxation, laughter, and meaningful memories
✨ Opportunities to encounter Christ together as a couple
✨ A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with opportunities to naturally connect with other Catholic couples throughout the getaway
Each day will follow a simple rhythm that leaves space for both spiritual renewal and intentional time together.
More detailed schedule information will be released at a later date.
Why We Chose Villa del Palmar Cancun
We wanted a destination that felt peaceful, beautiful, restful, and easy for couples to enjoy together.
Villa del Palmar Cancun Resort & Spa offers:
🌴 All-inclusive luxury accommodations
🌊 Stunning oceanfront views and beach access
🍽️ Multiple dining experiences and beverages included
☀️ Beautiful pools and relaxing resort atmosphere
🚐 Airport transfers included
✈️ Convenient travel access from Chicago
💛 Plenty of space to rest, reconnect, and enjoy one another
Everything is designed to help couples slow down and be fully present.
Investment & Accommodations
Accommodations
Deluxe Oceanview King
4 Nights • All-Inclusive
✈️ Airfare $730 per person
🏨 Room & Transfers $1,149.38 per person
🛡️ Travel insurance $114.99 per person
🍽️ All meals, beverages, and resort amenities
Estimated Cost:
$3,988.74 per couple ($1,994.37 per person)
Pricing is based on current airfare estimates and may fluctuate until officially booked.
Reserve your spot today.
Space is limited and expected to sell out.
Deposit Information
A deposit of $1,000 per couple ($500 per person) will reserve your spot.
Important Dates
📅 Final payment due by October 1, 2026
💳 Payment plans available upon request
How To Reserve
To reserve your spot, please contact Ann Canning, our travel coordinator.
Ann Canning
📧 Ann@canningtravel.com
📞 630.898.1368
Ann will personally assist you with next steps, deposits, and travel details.
Please be prepared to provide the following information for each traveler:
- Full legal name exactly as it appears (or will appear) on passport
- Date of birth
- Passport number and expiration date
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Home address
- Emergency contact information
As part of the reservation process, each participant must also complete the Diocese of Joliet Travel & Medical Form.
Completed forms may be emailed to Zara at zara@olmercy.com or dropped off at the parish office to her attention.
Come Away Together
Whether your marriage simply needs space to breathe or you’re longing to reconnect more intentionally, Salt, Sun & Sacrament offers an opportunity to step away from the noise and encounter one another again in a beautiful and faith-filled setting.
Hosted by the Manna for Marriage team and Fr. Michael Kearney, this getaway is designed to create space for rest, renewal, prayer, laughter, and deeper connection.
You show up.
God does the rest.
Arise, my beloved, my beautiful one, and come away.
Song of Songs 2:13