Donalda and Mike’s Luxurious Private Villa Wedding in Mexico: Full of Surprises and WOW Moments

We only host unique weddings, no two are ever the same. Our private villa welcomes celebrations of amor and we adore each and every event. Villa la Joya is more than just a wedding venue in Mexico, it’s a place to tell your love story, your way. When we heard about the surprises and details planned by Donalda and Mike, we couldn’t wait for the big day. Are you ready for some real wedding inspiration?

Albanian multicultural wedding in Mexico: Elegance, Style and Fashion

No spoilers, but the bride pulled off some magnificent costume changes in this one!

“Chic and classy”, the private villa wedding of Donalda and Mike brought fairy tale elegance to a moving ceremony on the steps of Villa la Joya. Classic white and gold, candles lining the altar and a breathtaking floral arch with a hint of pink, a really glorious ceremony set up.

Bride Donalda had her first wow moment as she walked down the aisle in a corseted gown with a fabulous train, sparkling tiara with flowing veil and loose blonde locks. A princess, formal look with a hint of sexy. Groom Mike went with a classic black tuxedo, very handsome next to his bride.

This was a family wedding, the charming ring bearer and pretty little flower girls were perfect little attendants and absolutely fashionable. The family and friends that traveled to Mexico to share in the celebration were oh so chic in their wedding finery and formal gowns.

Why choose a private villa wedding in Mexico? Tell us your love story that led you to Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen!

“We met through mutual friends. He was supposed to be my tutor for my nursing exam because our mutual friend recommended him and we hit it off from there. Mike popped the question to marry him on 3/15/21 in Mexico and for that reason, our wedding had to be at the same place where he asked me to be his wife.

Villa La Joya checked all the boxes for our dream wedding! I had this vision of a very exclusive and chic wedding and it seemed the perfect place!

The most emotional moment was when we exchanged our vows in front of our family and friends! The funniest moment was when we did our champagne tower! I wouldn’t have changed anything else from our wedding day! Everything was planned with so much dedication and love!

Choose Villa La Joya for your destination wedding venue! You won’t be disappointed!

Dancing the night away: An unforgettable wedding reception with big surprises

Our seaside garden and all of Villa la Joya was bedecked in white and pink flowers and gold details and a fabulous sweethearts table for the newlyweds to shine. We loved the lights woven into the flowers and the throne-like chairs.

The pool was covered to make room for dancing and the white chandeliers added a warm glow. Bride and groom glided across the floor in their first dance, they were toasted by loved ones and then the evening really kicked off.

Bride Donalda gave us everything we want in a bride who understands how to blend fashion and culture. We don't know how she did it, but she managed FOUR complete outfit changes throughout the wedding! That is some serious skill on her part and we send major kudos to the planners and vendors who kept the magic night flowing.

After enjoying the reception dinner in her wedding gown, Donalda changed into a sleek cocktail dress with marvelous feathers on the shoulders with her hair up in a twist. She was serenaded by drums before bringing us her next surprise.

Albanian wedding dance: Tradition and culture in a destination wedding

Seeing the Albanian dance and music brought to life during the reception was such a thrill for everyone in attendance. The bride’s traditional costume is all handmade and hand-stoned, twinkling and sparkling as she twirled with her groom. Totally breathtaking.

Donalda had one more change in store, slipping into something a little more comfortable in a sexy look with a divine slit skirt. She told us that surprising the guests with the changes is part of the tradition and we can definitely get behind this idea. Absolutely WOW.

Të trashëgoheni, muchas felicidades, and congratulations to Donalda and Mike

We are so grateful you invited us to share in your celebration of love. From all of us at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen, we send you our most heartfelt wishes for a long and happy lifetime together.