Brittney and John Get Married in Mexico! A Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen Love Story

Villa La Joya Playa del Carmen has had the honor of hosting so many couples in love looking to celebrate their special day in a unique and unforgettable way. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and helping couples bring their dream wedding to life.

We had the pleasure of hosting this beautiful wedding celebration of Brittney and John, a lovely couple who made the decision to get married in Mexico. Their love story is adorable, they met in middle school and have been friends for 20 years, realizing after college that their true love had been right in front of them all along. After searching for the perfect venue in New York and finding nothing that “felt right”, they opened their search to a destination wedding in Mexico and fell in love with Villa La Joya Playa del Carmen.

Why plan a destination wedding in Mexico? Why choose a Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen wedding?

We can tell you all the reasons we think you should choose a Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen wedding, but we think it’s best to hear it from the newlyweds! Here is what Brittney and John shared with us about planning their wedding in Mexico:

We got engaged in July of 2021 and started looking at venues in New York soon after. All of the venues we looked at were nice, but they didn't feel special or "different" from the many weddings we've been to as guests. We really weren't crazy about any and we realized we didn't want a traditional wedding. We discussed having a destination wedding and that's when we really started getting excited about planning! 

We looked at a few destinations and narrowed it down to Mexico. We immediately fell in love with Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen - it's stunning and we loved that you can do exactly what you want. I also didn't want a "beach" wedding, so I loved that VLJ had a different feel to it, yet it was on the beach and made for the perfect backdrop. After speaking to Mike and Enrique I knew Villa la Joya was our venue. They really cared about us before we even chose a date. From there, we decided to work with Nancy and Adrianna of Villa Planners and had the best experience. Overall, I can't say enough about them and how great they all have been.

Fun, fabulous and full of amor: The details and decor set the scene for love

Everything about this Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen wedding was just right, it was a pleasure to work together with Brittney and John in making their dreams come true. The crescent arch of white roses was the perfect frame for the ceremony and the reception, Pentaflor Playa del Carmen florists created a truly stunning floral display. The touches of Mexican flair included a mariachi serenade, a visit from Frida the donkey, a delicious Mexican buffet and tasty churro treats.This was an elegant affair that was joyous and fun, from tequila toasts to twerking on the dance floor, a grand time was had by all. 

Any advice or tips for planning a wedding in Mexico at Villa la Joya?

We asked Brittney and John to share their best tips for planning a destination wedding in Mexico, here is what they kindly shared with us. 


- Make vision boards! It was so helpful to SEE our wedding after creating our wedding vision board(s). It was also helpful to share our vision boards with our vendors, so they knew exactly what we wanted. Be specific and detailed about what you want.

- There will be "hiccups" on your wedding day, so expect them, but it doesn't take away from the day at all! Just enjoy being in the moment and have fun. 

- Play songs you like, eat food you love, have the entertainment you'd enjoy and include yourself in the little details. By doing these things, your wedding is YOURS and unique to you. The details do matter!

-Add extra time in the timeline for getting ready! Sometimes makeup/hair can take longer than the artists recommend, so adding time will help avoid any delays. 

-Work with a planner! I am a very organized person and I am a planner myself, but I needed a wedding planner. I think it's a must when planning a destination wedding. They know a lot of the vendors, they help monitor payments and due dates, and they are great to bounce ideas off of rather than asking friends/family. We loved working with Nancy and Adrianna!

Muchas felicidades to Brittney and John, we wish you all the best for a long and happy life together

We send our gratitude to the newlyweds for inviting us to host your destination wedding in Mexico at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen. It was a pleasure to get to know you and a joy to work together in creating a memorable and magical day. We send you all our best wishes for a lifetime of happiness together.

Feeling inspired by this fun and dynamic destination wedding in Mexico? Contact us today at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen!

Once you have enjoyed perusing all the incredible photos of this real wedding and feeling all the feels, send us an email to get started planning your own destination wedding in Mexico at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen. We are romantics at heart and we love hearing all your stories and making your wedding dreams come true. Send us your vision boards and let’s make memories together!


As always, we extend our huge thanks and muchas gracias to all the Playa del Carmen wedding vendors who worked together in creating this unforgettable day. We work with the best, most creative professionals in the industry to bring your vision to life and remember, there are never any vendor fees at Villa la Joya!