Hanna and Jake

A person in a sleeveless, beaded top holds a vibrant tropical bouquet—orange birds of paradise, red flowers, yellow blooms, and lush green leaves
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Hanna and Jake’s Wedding at Dreams Las Mareas in Guanacaste

After a long distance relationship that started during the Pandemic, Hanna and Jake were ready to plan their destination wedding in Costa Rica.

Although they had never been to Costa Rica before the wedding, they knew it would be the perfect backdrop and vibe to show off to their family and friends. Jake is also a photographer, so he was also very excited to have photographs of the sunset and the beach. So they decided to have their wedding at Dreams Las Mareas Resort in Guanacaste for their amazing wedding venue.

In fact, even though it was a medium sized wedding with about 60 guests, Hanna and Jake decided that the most important parts of the wedding for photography coverage would be the ceremony, some photographs after on the beach, and definitely the dance party! They were definitely a crowd that tore up the dance floor and we tried to capture the memories from the dance party.

  • Bride, with dark hair and flowers adorning her hair, smiles warmly at the camera. She wears a light-colored, sleeveless crocheted top, with a decorative circular pattern on a wooden background behind her.
  • Bride stands on a balcony surrounded by greenery, wearing a beige crochet dress with flowers in her hair. She holds a colorful bouquet, facing away from the camera.
  • Bride, in a sleeveless gold dress, smiles while holding a vibrant bouquet of tropical flowers. With flowers in her hair, she stands outdoors amidst lush greenery.
  • A close-up of bride's hair styled in loose waves and decorated with vibrant orange, pink, and yellow flowers against a blurred green background.
  • A smiling man in a beige suit and straw hat stands next to Bride in a sleeveless beige dress holding a vibrant bouquet of flowers. J
  • bride and mom stand close together, smiling at the camera. One holds a vibrant bouquet of tropical flowers. Both have long hair and are dressed in sleeveless outfits, with lush green foliage in the background.

In fact, even though it was a medium sized wedding with about 60 guests, Hanna and Jake decided that the most important parts of the wedding for photography coverage would be the ceremony, some photographs after on the beach, and definitely the dance party! They were definitely a crowd that tore up the dance floor and we tried to capture the memories from the dance party.

Outdoor beach wedding setup for wedding with rows of white chairs facing an aisle, colorful flower arrangements on either side, and two tall decorated stands at the altar, framed by leafy trees under a bright sky.
A wooden sign outdoors with three planks reads: Shoes Here, Vows There, and love everywhere, set against a blurred natural background with trees—perfect for wedding ceremony..
Groom man with a beard wearing a green suit jacket, light shirt, and a pink floral boutonniere, stands outdoors smiling, with lush greenery and blurred plants in the background.
Groom and parents pose outdoors with a friend in front of lush green foliage. The man in the center wears a green suit with a boutonniere, while his mom stands on the right in a blue dress and Groom on the left wears a white shirt and dark pants.
groom with walks to ceremony with parents
A barefoot bride in a beige dress holds a colorful bouquet and walks outdoors on a sandy path, all surrounded by lush green trees and plants.
bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands during an outdoor beach wedding ceremony. The groom wears a green suit with orange flowers, while the bride has flowers in her hair and wears a sleeveless dress.
bride and groom stand facing each other, smiling, during an outdoor beach wedding ceremony. An officiant stands nearby holding a microphone and reading from a tablet. Bright flowers decorate the scene.
Wedding couple hold hands and face each other during an outdoor wedding ceremony by the water, as an officiant smiles and speaks into a microphone. The scene is decorated with tropical flowers.
A bride and groom, share a kiss at an outdoor wedding ceremony by the ocean, framed by decorative arches and tropical greenery, with sunlight illuminating the scene.
wedding couple share a kiss at the end of a flower-lined aisle during an outdoor beach wedding, surrounded by clapping guests in colorful attire and sunlight in the background.
A man in a green suit laughs while holding a drink, surrounded by smiling people at an outdoor event. One person holds a bouquet of flowers. The group stands on sandy ground with trees in the background.
Four people on a sandy beach excitedly admire bride's hand, possibly showing off a ring. Jake and the others hold champagne glasses and smile, suggesting a celebratory or engagement moment.
A group of people, stand close together outdoors, holding drinks and reaching towards the hand of a man in the center to examine something on his finger. Trees and sunlight brighten the background.
A group of people smile and laugh outdoors. In the foreground,

After the the wedding ceremony we had plenty of time to take some photographs of friends and family as well as portraits of Hanna and Jake on the beach, ending with the spectacular sunset.

  • family formals
  • Six adults stand outdoors, smiling at the camera. Bride, in the center, holds a bouquet and stands beside the groom in a green suit with a boutonniere. The group is dressed in festive, semi-formal attire, with trees in the background.
  • Wedding couple dressed in formal attire, walk hand in hand along a dirt path lined with trees. Hanna holds a bouquet of flowers as they smile warmly at each other.
  • wedding couple, dressed in formal attire, walk barefoot along a sandy beach, holding hands. The woman carries a bouquet of flowers as gentle waves roll onto the shore with a forested hillside in the background.
  • A smiling couple, embraces on a beach at sunset. The man, Jake, wears a green suit and has a beard, while Bride wears a sleeveless beige top with flowers in her hair. The softly blurred ocean shimmers in the background.
  • wedding couple run along a sandy beach at sunset, with boats floating on the water and tree branches framing the sky filled with soft clouds and golden light.
  • wedding couple run along a sandy beach at sunset, with boats floating on the water and tree branches framing the sky filled with soft clouds and golden light.

After the vows, the dance party started!

  • A joyful couple, holding hands walks onto a lit outdoor dance floor at night, with Hanna raising a bouquet and smiling. People in the background watch and celebrate.
  • Bride's father shows his slideshow at wedding
  • guests watch slideshow ate wedding ceremony
  • A smiling man in a beige shirt holds a microphone and a tablet, standing indoors with bokeh lights twinkling in the blurred background.
  • A smiling woman with long blonde hair, sits at a table, resting her hand on her face, while Jake, a bearded man, smiles in the blurred background. The scene is warmly lit with flowers and a candle in the foreground.
  • Three men, laugh and dance under string lights at an outdoor evening party. One man raises his arm in excitement while the others smile and watch. Trees and white chairs are visible in the background.
  • A group of people dance energetically under string lights at an outdoor party. wedding couple, smile and high-five while others cheer and join in the celebration.
  • A group of people dance joyfully under string lights at night. In the foreground, The scene is lively and festive.
  • A group of people dance energetically outdoors at night under string lights.
  • Two men, in open shirts and shorts dance energetically under string lights at night, smiling and laughing. The scene is lively, with a bright light source behind them and a festive outdoor atmosphere.
  • People dance energetically under string lights at an outdoor event at night.

Want to learn more about the best wedding venues in Costa Rica? Check out the link below.

Hacienda Pinilla. A seaside wedding setup with rows of wooden chairs facing floral arrangements. Palm trees frame the scene, and two musicians with string instruments stand to the right. The ocean is visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Check out my Guide to the Best Wedding Venues in Costa Rica

Costa Rica is home to an incredible variety of wedding venues, offering couples the perfect setting to celebrate their love. Whether you dream of a romantic beachfront ceremony, a luxurious private villa, or a secluded rainforest retreat, there are options to match every wedding style.