Playa del Carmen Jewish Wedding | Tanya & Vlad

Playa del Carmen Jewish Wedding | Tanya & Vlad

Playa del Carmen Jewish Wedding at Villa la Joya | Tanya and Vlad

The Playa del Carmen Jewish wedding at Villa la Joya of Tanya and Vlad was so elegant and pretty and full of love, we just ADORED every minute of their big day and we thank the bride and groom for choosing us to host their destination wedding in Mexico. You have got to see all the photos, so much beauty, so many smiles, so much love and joy.

Elegant destination wedding in Playa del Carmen at Villa la Joya

Tanya and Vlad were such a lovely couple, you can see the way they look at one another that they are truly soulmates. Tanya looked like a bride from a magazine in her stunning dress that fit like a glove, her beautiful sparkly hair piece and a sheer flowy veil that made us ooh and ahh. Vlad rocked a fantastic blue tuxedo, super handsome and stylish. The “first look” on the Villa la Joya balcony was priceless, an intimate moment for the bride and groom to share a kiss and a breath together before the ceremony.

Traditional Jewish Wedding Ceremony in Playa del Carmen

Villa la Joya welcomes weddings of all faiths (or none) and we were honored to be part of the Playa del Carmen Jewish wedding ceremony of Tanya and Vlad. The chuppah was bedecked in white, flowy canopy and stunning flowers by Vanessa Jaimes floral design. The couple exchanged vows and gazed into one another’s eyes surrounded by family and dear friends. The shouts of “Mazel Tov!” welcomed and celebrated the newlyweds with joy!

With fairy lights and fireworks, Tanya and Vlad mesmerized the guests with a gorgeous first dance. What a fabulous couple! Everyone enjoyed the dinner under the palm trees with the amazing Playa del Carmen wedding caterers Gourmet Soberanis. The heart-shaped floral arrangement at the sweethearts’ table was a unique touch of beauty. The wedding cake was a piece of ART, Zaida Marcos cake design in Playa del Carmen truly outdid herself, it seemed a shame to cut into it! The guests shared moving and funny speeches and danced the night away, this was a celebration of love we will never forget.

Playa del Carmen Wedding Vendor Shout Outs

We LOVE working with some very special wedding vendors in Playa del Carmen (no vendor fees of course!). Links are below for all the vendors who created a magic day for Tanya and Vlad, click for exciting ideas and inspiration for your own Playa del Carmen wedding at Villa la Joya. 

Contact us today to start planning the destination wedding of your dreams!! 

Mango Weddings. Wedding planner

Amor Amor Weddings. Wedding Photography

Angye Abarca Makeup. Hair & Makeup

Eve of Milady. Wedding Dress

Vanessa Jaimes Floral Design. Flowers

Gourmet Soberanis. Catering

Zaida Marcos. Wedding Cake

Gama Group. Rentals

Event Technology. Lighting

Yura Jacobs DJ Legacy



Riviera Maya Wedding at Villa la Joya :: A & E

Riviera Maya Wedding at Villa la Joya :: A & E

Riviera Maya Wedding at Villa la Joya | Anastasia & Eliot

The Riviera Maya wedding at Villa la Joya of Anastasia and Eliot was our first wedding of 2021 and what a way to kick off the year! Anastasia and Eliot are an inspirational couple, full of love for one another and after a decade together it was our pleasure to host their destination wedding at Villa la Joya Riviera Maya to make it all official.

Perusing the Riviera Maya wedding photos by Moni Adri Photography, you cannot help but be mesmerized by the details, everything about this wedding was just gorgeous! Working together with destination wedding planners Tailor Made Dreams, Anastasia and Eliot transformed Villa la Joya into their personal paradise in soft colors and elegant touches. The circular floral arch was sensational, all the flowers by Pure Love Floral Design were simply beautiful, creating a soft, romantic feeling all around.

Romantic and elegant destination wedding in Riviera Maya at Villa la Joya

Anastasia and Eliot both looked incredible, like models for a wedding magazine shoot. Eliot wore a custom tailored suit in white, light and perfect for a beachside wedding in Mexico. Anastasia took our breath away in her mermaid dress that fit her like a glove, absolutely spectacular and unique! The bride created a personalized groom gift with engraved cufflinks and photo charms of family on a pin to wear them close to his heart, a touching detail. 

While it may seem like an elegant fairy tale Riviera Maya wedding at Villa la Joya (it was!) Anastasia and Eliot shared their sense of humor throughout the day, mixing light, love and laughter with elegance. The “first look” surprise for Eliot was his bearded best friend dressed in bridal attire, veil and all! The family and friends from near and far brought their dancing shoes and all their love and support for this beautiful couple.

Cigars, Coconuts and Fireworks at the Riviera Maya wedding of Anastasia and Eliot

We loved all the personal touches of this wedding, the gift from Eliot to the groomsmen was a cigar kit created just for them. Sharing a moment to smoke with his friends at the reception was one of Eliot’s favorite parts of the day, thanking them for all their support. The personalized coconuts were refreshing and adorable. With mariachis, a sunset photo shoot, fireworks and sparklers, the Riviera Maya wedding at Villa la Joya of Anastasia and Eliot goes down in the books as one of our fave weddings ever! We send a huge GRACIAS for choosing Villa la Joya for your extraordinary wedding day. 

Riviera Maya Wedding at Villa la Joya Vendor Love

As always, it takes a huge team to create such a magical event and we adore all the Riviera Maya wedding vendors we welcome to Villa la Joya (no vendor fees of course!). Links are below, click to be inspired even more! 

Ready to book your own Riviera Maya wedding at Villa la Joya? Contact us today and let’s start making your dreams come true! 

Tailor Made Dreams

Zoe Elizabeth Makeup

Pure Love Floral Design

Galia Lahav

Moni Adri Photography

Frame Video

Taller Gourmet

Zaida Marcos

Minimal 4.0

Kinetic Events Mexico

Essential Signs for your Villa la Joya Destination Wedding

Essential Signs for your Villa la Joya Destination Wedding

Personalized Destination Wedding Decor: Give Me a Sign!

All signs point to LOVE at your Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen destination wedding! Personalized wedding signs are not only a way to guide your guests throughout the day, they are a chance to express yourself through creative design, show a sense of humor or share a serious tear-jerking message or a special quote. They may also be wonderful keepsakes to remind you of the gorgeous details of your big day forever. 

Your personalized wedding signs are extremely important for your Villa la Joya wedding as they help guests know what to expect, where to sit, what to do, help them feel welcomed, and even make them laugh. Integrate your colors and theme to create a cohesive look and make Villa la Joya exclusively yours for the day.

Essential Signs for your Villa la Joya Destination Wedding

We have seen such creative ideas from all of the couples who have tied the knot at Villa la Joya, here are our suggestions for the most essential wedding signs to include, with some beautiful photo inspiration. Wood carvings, delicate calligraphy, engraved acrylics or even hand-painted signs, the sky is truly the limit, let your creativity run wild. 

Destination Wedding Welcome Signs. As your guests arrive, a warm welcome sign will make them feel at home (and verify that they are indeed at the right location and are not crashing a stranger's wedding). Typically including the names of the couple, the wedding date, and sometimes the venue or location, welcome signs are the first peek at your sense of style and the vibe of the day to come. 

Wedding Timeline Signs. Like a program at a play, wedding timeline signs help guests be ready for events like ceremony time, cocktail hour, photos, dinner, etc… This will greatly help the flow of your day, the comfort of your guests, and of course, the wedding coordinators who keep things moving along on schedule. 

Villa la Joya Wedding Guest Book. Help family and friends find your guestbook and follow your requests: take a pic, sign a Jenga or puzzle piece, drop advice for newlyweds, etc. Be sure that everyone captures a moment in your guest book! 

Personalized Wedding Bar Signs. Let guests know where they can find refreshments and introduce them to your signature drinks. You may include recipes for the cocktails or recipes for love, have fun with it!

Wedding Seating Charts. Help guests know where they’ll be sitting and with whom. Seating charts make it easy for your guests to find their way to their place in the Villa la Joya garden of love. 

Love Quotes. Leave little love quotes, poems, or phrases on tables or hide them around the garden for pops of amor at every turn. Personalize them with names and dates and they become perfect little mementos for you or your guests to bring home. 

Neon Wedding Signs. Super popular lately and we think they look great for reception photos. Your signature, your initials, or even a Hollywood-style marquee with your name in lights, this one is just for fun and we are loving it!

What are your ideas for “must have” wedding signs at your Villa la Joya wedding?

Feeling inspired, your creative juices flowing? We can’t wait to hear your ideas for personalized wedding signs! Remember that at Villa la Joya there are NO outside vendor fees! Contact us today to reserve your Playa del Carmen wedding date at our private villa that is yours all yours on your wedding day. All signs point to a good time.

Photo Credits: Moni Adri Photography, Sweet Caribbean Photography, LuxArt Photography, Andre Gouin, Baeri Weddings, White Crown Photography, Caro Navarro Photography, Paradise Photo Studio, Bohemia Photography, Dani Toscano Photography, Gareth Davies Photography, Black Hat Studio, Daniel Ramirez Photography.

Personal Touches for Unforgettable Villa la Joya Nuptials

Personal Touches for Unforgettable Villa la Joya Nuptials

Unique Playa del Carmen Wedding Ideas: Personal Touches for Unforgettable Villa la Joya Nuptials

All Playa del Carmen weddings are NOT the same when you choose a private venue like Villa la Joya. We know that our brides and grooms do not want the “cookie-cutter weddings” you’ll find at the big resorts. A Villa la Joya wedding is unique from the start, never the same wedding twice! Our “no vendor fee” policy makes personalizing your Playa del Carmen wedding dreams come true. If you can imagine it, we can make it happen.

Here are some of the fabulous ideas from our Villa la Joya album to personalize your Playa del Carmen wedding.

Meaningful Wedding Details: Carry a Little Piece of Your Heart in a Photo Charm. We know that unfortunately, not everyone you love will be able to attend your destination wedding. Carry them with you in your heart and make them a part of your day with a photo charm. These pretty little details may be part of your bouquet or tucked away in your jacket just for you as a reminder of their love.

A Refreshing Take on Wedding Reception Seating Cards! You put the lime in the coconut and drink it all up, find your name and your table number on these adorable personalized coconuts. This is a very Mexican Caribbean way to rehydrate and direct your guests to their seats at your Villa la Joya wedding reception.

Photo Credit: Moni Adri Photography

Photo Credit: Moni Adri Photography

Unique Destination Wedding Favors: A Taste of Mexico. A special blend of organic coffee from Mexico in a personalized tin is one of our favorite Villa la Joya wedding favor ideas. Our amazing villa manager Irma brings us a delicious taste of Mexico from her family of organic coffee producers. Personalized plus, your guests will go home with a truly unique way to remember your wedding with each tasty cup.

Photo credit: Caro Navarro Photography. Full wedding gallery HERE.

Photo credit: Caro Navarro Photography. Full wedding gallery HERE.

From Doggo with Love: Pet-friendly Destination Wedding at Villa la Joya. We know your pets mean the world to you and we think they should be special guests at your wedding! Villa la Joya welcomes you to bring your pets to be a part of your celebration, let Sparky carry the ring down the aisle, and make your wedding photos extra adorable.

Photo Credit: Sea Love Wedding Films. Full Wedding Gallery HERE.

Photo Credit: Sea Love Wedding Films. Full Wedding Gallery HERE.

Ask Family or Friends to Officiate Your Playa del Carmen Wedding. Keep it all in the family and feel all the feels of a super intimate and meaningful ceremony officiated by someone you love. There won’t be a dry eye in the house (may we recommend some personalized tissues?)

Photo Credit: Sweet Caribbean Photo. Full Wedding Gallery HERE.

Photo Credit: Sweet Caribbean Photo. Full Wedding Gallery HERE.

Skip Tradition and Do It YOUR Way! It’s your party and you’ll ride a donkey down the aisle if you want to. Your wedding day is meant to be FUN, a real celebration of you and your partner and all the unique quirks that have brought you together. Forget about “tradition” and do it your way, the possibilities are endless.

Playa del Carmen weddings customized for YOU, contact us today with your ideas and to reserve your personalized Playa del Carmen wedding at Villa la Joya!

Should We Do a First Look?

Should We Do a First Look?

Destination Wedding Planning: Should We Do a First Look?

Your destination wedding is fast approaching, you’ve booked Villa la Joya as the perfect Playa del Carmen wedding venue, the caterers and DJ are set, and we’re getting down to the nitty gritty of the schedule for your big day. Your destination wedding photographer is going to ask if you would like to do a “first look”, a special moment before the ceremony for The Big Reveal of your wedding finery. 

Should you do a first look? Well, that’s completely up to you of course but we highly recommend it! This is an opportunity to take a breath and relax before the ceremony, feel the love of your bridal party, family and partner and capture some authentic moments of joy in photographs you will treasure forever. While some couples choose to stick to the “tradition” of not seeing each other before walking down the aisle, most of our guests embrace the idea of the “first look” and we are delighted to share some of these gorgeous moments with you.

How to Do a First Look at Your Villa la Joya Destination Wedding

Capturing the emotions of your wedding day is the most important job of your Playa del Carmen wedding photographer, more than just the decor and details, it’s the LOVE that you see shining through in your photos that you want to remember forever. A “first look” with the father of the bride is often one of the most emotional moments of the day and some of our favorite wedding photos ever are between a bride and her daddy moments before the ceremony. Have your tissues ready, somebody’s going to cry!

The “first look” between a couple on their wedding day is simply priceless and the variations on the theme are endless. The stunning staircase at Villa la Joya makes a perfect backdrop for a grand bridal entrance and reveal. Our balconies with their columns and incredible views of the sea and garden are a private place to just BE with your love before the craziness of the day. The lush gardens with their natural beauty and peace bring you a chance to embrace, share private words or exchange a special gift before the ceremony. 

You have the freedom to choose what you do with this time and if comedy and a sense of humor are what brought you together, a little innocent pranking and joking around are definitely in order, what fun, what laughs, what a great way to relieve stress before the ceremony! Even the most elegant weddings can have a playful side.

Destination Wedding First Looks at Villa la Joya Bring Us Joy!

Your destination wedding photos tell the story of your day, the beauty, the details and the emotions of it all. The “First Looks'' are authentic moments, real-life love reactions that MUST be captured in photos. These are the feelings we remember, they bring us such joy! Ask us for suggestions on where to get the best first look photos at Villa la Joya or tell us your dream and we will do all we can to make it happen. We’ll be delighted to recommend the best Playa del Carmen wedding photographers for YOUR personal style and remember, there are no vendor fees at Villa la Joya!

Photo Credits: Moni Adri Photography, Bohemia Photography, Dani Toscano, Sweet Caribbean Photo, Gareth Davies Photography, White Crown Photography, Richelle Hunter Photography, Nicole Alex Photography, Sea Love Wedding Films, Andre Gouin Photography. Thank you for your amazing work and inspiration!!!

Are you ready to tie the knot in paradise? Contact us today to get started planning your perfect destination wedding at Villa la Joya!