Heidi + Carl Tie the Knot at Costa Verde Hotel

Heidi and Carl chose the beautiful and lush Hotel Costa Verde for the venue of their wedding. I love Costa Verde and am always a bit nostalgic when I am there as that is where my husband and I celebrated our marriage. 

It was a gorgeous day, hardly a cloud in the sky. I started off with the ladies getting ready. Heidi didn't have any "bridesmaids" but she was still surrounded by a large group of wonderful women enjoying and supporting her on her special day.


I just love the earrings that Heidi wore. All of the jewelry was her grandmother's which made it even more special. The earrings also had that something blue that she needed for her wedding day.

Before photographing the groom getting ready I made my way over to the event center at Costa Verde. The event center is a very large, rancho type structure. It is great for larger weddings, and has no walls so it still feels like you are outdoors.

No, your eyes are not deceiving you, the groom is standing in front of an airplane. And no, he did not get cold feet. One of the very unique things about Costa Verde is the different machines that have been recycled and used in the hotel. This particular airplane that Carl is standing in front of has been transformed into a master suite room. The hotel also other airplanes and train cars used throughout their restaurants and hotel.

The ceremony took place in the gardens at the hotel. It was officiated by the bride's sister and was the shortest ceremony I have every photographed, but was exactly what the couple wanted. 

We took a few portraits at the hotel but quickly headed down to the beach to catch the sunset.

Photographer: Yours Truly
Venue/Caterer: Costa Verde
Wedding Planner: Costa Rica Paradise Weddings
Hair and Makeup: Priscilla Solano
Dessert: Mariposa Pastry