“Joseph and I met on a 1935 wooden classic motor yacht in Rhode Island in the summer of 2018. Joseph was interviewing me for the position of stewardess on the yacht, and I was swooned by him. We fell fast in love within the tight quarters and romantic setting of a classic motor yacht.

Elise and Joseph launched their love story after a chance meeting by the sea in Rhode Island in 2018. We were delighted to welcome them to the seaside of Mexico in 2024 to continue their story of amor and celebrate their nuptials in a bright, bold, and beautiful Playa del Carmen wedding at Villa la Joya.

Oh so pretty in pink! Wedding ceremony WOW at Villa la Joya

The gardens of Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen were overflowing with romance and an abundance of flowers in pink colors that popped. Blonde beauty Elise wore a chic two-piece bridal ensemble and her handsome groom Joseph wore a classic black tuxedo as the two joined together forever, witnessed by their closest family and friends.

What was your wedding theme or inspiration?

I wanted the theme to be bright and fun. I was very passionate about the flowers being as colorful as possible. Cherry Blossom nailed my floral vision so well. I would certainly recommend them to any brides who are looking for a dreamy floral design!

The wedding ceremony set up in the Villa la Joya garden was breathtaking, the floral arches, decor, and bouquets by Cherry Blossom were simply out of this world. The guests showered the newlyweds with love, support, and pretty little flower petals as they walked down the aisle hand in hand together.

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

There are so many reasons to choose a destination wedding in Mexico, we like to think there is at least one good reason for every couple that has joined together in love at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen. We asked Elise and Joseph to share their thoughts with us on their choice of Mexico and Villa la Joya:

Why choose Mexico for your destination wedding?

The first trip we ever took together was to Tulum, Mexico in 2018, and we have the best memories from the trip. We drove from Tulum to Holbox in a rental car, swam in the cenotes, rode electric bikes on the beach in Tulum, and went sky diving in Playa del Carmen. We often reminisce about what a great trip that was and how much fun we had together.

What made you decide on the wedding venue Villa La Joya Playa del Carmen?

It was very important to my husband and I that we be close to the ocean for the ceremony, and even more important that we were able to accommodate all of our friends and family in an intimate setting. The marble interior is such a beautiful work of art, and really made a statement in our wedding photos.

Moving speeches, mariachis and a grand fiesta: Villa la Joya wedding reception

A mariachi serenade welcomed one and all to the cocktail hour to kick off the festivities with a Mexican touch. Everyone in attendance laughed and cried with the moving speeches and the bride and groom exuded joy as they danced the night away and gazed into one another’s eyes.

Elise’s reception look was disco divine, slipping into a sparkling pair of sequin pants that were perfect for getting down to the funky beats. The entire wedding reception was dynamic, full of emotions, twinkly lights, love and fireworks, an epic, absolutely unforgettable party.

Muchas gracias and best wishes for a long and happy lifetime of adventure to Elise and Joseph!

All of us at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen would like to send our gratitude to Elise and Joseph for sharing your wedding day with us. We say “muchas gracias” and send you our best wishes for a lifetime of joyous adventures together! 

Feeling inspired by this real destination wedding in Mexico? Contact us today at Villa la Joya and let’s make your wedding dreams come true!

Playa del Carmen wedding vendor love

As always, we would like to share an extra special thank you to the creative Playa del Carmen wedding vendors who always go the extra mile to make Villa la Joya weddings perfect in every way. And remember, there are never any vendor fees at Villa la Joya so you can have your wedding, your way without throwing away your pesos.

Venue: Villa La Joya | Planner: Weddings on the Beach | Photography & Videography: Amor Amor Weddings | Stationary: Design by Laney | Glam Team: Salty Beauty | Tan: Bronzed by SG | Dress: Chosen by Kyha Gown | The Black Tux | Shoes: Jimmy Choo | Decor & Rentals: Velvet Event Design | Catering: Gourmet Soberanis  | DJ Tekiwa