Weddingbells Editor's Picks: Dreams Las Mareas

Located in northeastern Costa Rica on the Playa El Jobo beach is the country’s first resort that specializes in destination weddings. The wedding-planning expertise of Dreams Las Mareas makes it an ideal place to host your dream destination nuptials. Being all-inclusive makes it easy to choose to stay at the resort a few days before or after the wedding day to take advantage of all the amenities offered. With several packages offering everything from the wedding cake to photography and flowers, there are packages to suit your needs, and you can also customize your event with the help of an on-site wedding coordinator. If you’ve spent time pinning your dream wedding on Pinterest, the coordinator can have make this vision a reality—you are encouraged to send them your inspiration and ideas. We love the variety of décor you can choose from as a custom option, including drapery, canopy flowers and votive candles. A guest list that includes children can definitely be accommodated—the resort is family-friendly with planned activities for guests of all ages. When it comes to ceremony and reception options, there are fifteen to choose from, and can accommodate up to 450 people. These venues also provide picturesque views; you can choose to exchange vows against the backdrop of mountains, gardens or water. At the reception, your guests will be served delicious gourmet food made from local ingredients, with drinks that include sparkling wine and cocktails. For your honeymoon, you can expect new experiences—among the resort’s unique activities offered include lessons in salsa dance and cooking, so you can get a taste of the country’s culture. If the rest of Costa Rica is calling your name, go out and explore to your heart’s content.

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