Lexi and Aleric

couple session in costa rica

Lexi and Aleric

couple at playa penca

Aleric had gotten in touch with me about planning a special Costa Rica engagement proposal to his girlfriend Lexi.

They were staying at Riu Guanacaste, but he wanted to have the proposal at a more intimate beach. I suggested Playa Penca, which is a few beaches over, and helped them set up transport with a van.

Playa Penca is a beautiful beach not far from Catalinas. There is always less people there, and if you get there early enough you can have the beach to yourselves.

Also the waves are very calm here, so a great place to spend the day.

After the proposal we were able to take a walk on the beach and get some great portraits of them together, now that they were glowing from the proposal.

Aleric had one more surprise planned for Lexi. He had planned for a catered picnic right on the beach. As this is kind of a remote beach, this was a great way for them to spend the morning and have brunch and champagne to celebrate this huge event in their lives.

beach picnic set up in costa rica

Congrats Lexi and Aleric!

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Location:  Playa Penca, Guanacaste Province

Catered Picnic: Caracola Experience

Want my recommendations for best beaches for portrait sessions? Check out Best Beaches in Costa Rica.

About Kevin Heslin Photography

Real Moments, Real Memories

Capturing Your Costa Rica Wedding

Hi, I’m Kevin — a local wedding photographer who’s spent years capturing love stories around Costa Rica.

My style is all about natural, candid moments — the real laughs, the quiet glances, the pure joy.

You can check out my Costa Rica Wedding Packages here.

If you’re ready to make memories that last a lifetime, I’d love to be there to capture every moment.