Karri and Greg's Destination Wedding at Ocotal Beach, Guanacaste

Karri and Greg married one another on the beautiful rock lined beach known as Playa Ocotal. This beach is located in the Northern region of Costa Rica, and has striking black sand and a natural water spout from the waves crashing against the volcanic rock.

The couple and their guests stayed at the beautiful luxury villa, Villa Ocotal. The villa is setup more like a hotel, which makes it great for events and large groups. The rooms are all individually accessed, there is a lounge area and pavilion that works perfectly for small receptions, and of the pool overlooking the ocean tops it off. 

The day started with Karri getting ready with both of the moms, her sister and some friends. In the room just next door Greg got ready with his guy friends. Kristen Brown was second shooting with me today so she covered the groom getting ready, while I photographer the bride.

The ladies of the group surprised Karri with a special custom made pin. Charms on the pin represented each of them, and it was also her something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.

Greg and his groomsmen were hanging out and having fun in the room next door. We could hear hoots and howls coming from their room which made Karri giggle. 

Karri and Greg met each other out on the adjoining balcony to hold hands and exchange a few words before seeing each other at the ceremony.

The guests were shuttled down to the beach for the barefoot ceremony. A beautiful floral arch awaited the couple. 

The volcanic rock was just perfect for photos. Pools of water were left in the craters and the rock was flat enough for the newlyweds to venture out onto it. 

Photography: Madison Baltodano Photography
Second Shooter: Kristen Brown
Venue: Villa Ocotal
Wedding Planner: Pamela Cox and Guillermo Viquez