Lori & Doug's Intimate Wedding at La Mariposa Hotel, Costa Rica

Lori and Doug traveled from Tampa, FL to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica to join in marriage. A group of 24 people joined them, made up of close friends and family. The couple married one another at La Mariposa Hotel, on the terrace overlooking the Pacific Ocean. 

I joined Lori in her room while she was getting ready. One thing I will say about Lori, is to not let her petite size fool you for one bit. She is bursting with energy and full of adventure. Later on during the evening I heard of some of the courageous things she has done in her life, and I just thought to myself...how awesome is Lori!

Another thing that I learned about Lori, is that she lost her mother much too soon. Lori carefully tied mementos into her bouquet in remembrance of her mother, her step father and Doug's mother.

The ceremony was held outdoors with views of the famous Manuel Antonio National Park in the background. The sun was shining bright for Doug and Lori!

After the ceremony we took a few photos around the hotel grounds. Lori and Doug didn't want to spend too much time away from her guests so we scheduled a sunset session at the beach for the following day to take more portraits.

The reception was held poolside at La Mariposa. Beautiful tropical flowers decorated the tables.

The evening came to an end with a serenade to the beautiful bride!

The next day the three of us headed down to Manuel Antonio Beach to take some photos. We drove all the way to the end of the road, close to the National Park where the rocks were exposed by the low tide.

Photography: Yours Truly
Venue: La Mariposa Hotel
Wedding Planner: Marissa Chan
Hair and Makeup: Makeup by Melania
Officiant: Marcelo Galli
Florist: Merle's Flowers
Cake: Mariposa Pastry