A wedding in Puerto Vallarta comes with beautiful beaches, warm evening light and a culture full of color. Some photos only happen in a destination like this, and it is worth planning for them so they do not get lost in the rush of the day.
These are the must-have destination wedding photos I recommend to every couple I photograph in Puerto Vallarta and Riviera Nayarit. If you want more pose ideas, see my list of 50 wedding photo ideas.
1. Sunset Portraits
Puerto Vallarta faces west over the Pacific, so the last hour of light is magical. Plan 20 to 30 minutes for couple portraits around sunset and your wedding timeline will make it easy.
2. Beach Portraits
Walking along the sand, the waves around your feet and the ocean behind you. Beach portraits are simple but they say “destination wedding” like nothing else.
3. Candid Moments With Your People
Your parents’ reaction, your friends laughing at cocktail hour, a hug from your grandmother. These unplanned moments are often the photos couples love most years later.
4. Mexican Details
Papel picado, local flowers, a mariachi, the lasso or the arras. Including Mexican details in your decor and ceremony gives your photos a sense of place.
5. Emotional Ceremony Moments
The first look down the aisle, reading your vows, the ring exchange and the first kiss as a married couple. Make sure your photographer has a clear view, and ask your officiant to step aside for the kiss.
6. Fun Reception Shots
The toasts, the first dance and your guests on the dance floor. A good reception is full of energy, and the photos should show it.
7. Quiet Moments Together
A few minutes alone in the middle of the celebration. A whisper, a hug, a look. These are some of the most honest photos of the day.
8. A Fireworks Finale
Many venues in Puerto Vallarta allow fireworks, and a kiss under the lights is an unforgettable way to end the night. Check the rules and timing with your venue in advance.
Make Sure You Get the Photos You Want
Share your must-have list with your photographer before the wedding, plan time for portraits and choose enough coverage for the moments that matter to you. My wedding photography packages can help you decide.
If you are planning a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta, I would love to capture these moments for you.
