March 13, 2025
There’s something truly special about destination weddings in Mexico—the salty breeze, the golden sunsets, and the way time slows down as you celebrate with your closest loved ones. Tatiana and Evan’s wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres was a testament to that magic.
Their day was filled with laughter, heartfelt moments, and a little bit of unexpected weather. But if there’s anything we learned from this wedding, it’s that when you hold onto your vision, the universe listens.
Why Hiring an Experienced Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer is Essential
Destination weddings are a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But they also come with unique challenges—like traveling with professional gear, navigating different lighting conditions, and ensuring every moment is backed up and protected.
As destination wedding photographers and videographers, we don’t just bring our cameras—we bring our expertise in capturing love stories in new environments. We also travel with your precious memories—your photos and videos—ensuring they’re safe from the moment we capture them to when they’re delivered.
When you hire a team who understands the nuances of destination weddings, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in every moment, knowing we’ve got you covered.
Tatiana & Evan’s Rainy Day Wedding That Turned Into Perfection
On the morning of Tatiana and Evan’s wedding, the skies were unpredictable. A light drizzle turned into a steady rain, and the question on everyone’s mind was: Would the ceremony still happen outside?
But Tatiana? She never wavered. She held onto her dream of exchanging vows under the open sky. And just as if the universe was waiting for her unwavering belief—the rain stopped right as the ceremony began.
As she walked down the aisle, the sky cleared, and the moment unfolded like a scene straight out of a movie. It was pure magic.
The Beauty of a Welcome Party Before the Wedding Day
One of our favorite things about destination weddings is the time couples get to spend with their guests before the big day.
Tatiana and Evan hosted a welcome party, allowing them to mingle with their guests in a relaxed, celebratory atmosphere. This is one of the best ways to connect with your loved ones before the wedding. It lets you enjoy their presence without feeling pulled in a million directions on your actual wedding day.
Plus, for us? It’s a chance to get to know your family and friends, making the wedding day even more seamless and fun!
A First for Us: Dancing to the Buffet Line!
There are moments in weddings that stay with us forever—and this was one of them.
Instead of a traditional buffet line, Tatiana and Evan did something we had never seen before… they had their guests dance their way to dinner!
Picture it: an entire wedding reception dancing through the ballroom, laughing, twirling, and celebrating their way to the buffet. It was such a joy-filled, high-energy moment that perfectly reflected their personalities.
This is what destination weddings are all about. Moments that break the mold. Traditions that feel uniquely YOU. And memories that will be talked about for years to come.
Dreams Playa Mujeres Wedding Photos:
Planning a Destination Wedding in Mexico? Let’s Make Magic Together!
Whether you’re dreaming of Cancun, Tulum, Cabo, or anywhere in between, we’re here to document your love story in a way that feels effortless and true to you.
Your wedding should be filled with meaningful moments, authentic emotion, and pure joy—and we’ll be there to capture it all.
T+E advice to wedding planning couples:
Do your research and work with vendors who care about you and will bring your vision to life.
Make the decisions you want — not to please others.
Buy decor on Black Friday or Amazon Prime Day to save money.
Write a massive list and break it into monthly tasks to not get overwhelmed.
Give yourself WAY more time for getting ready than you think you’ll need.
Create a playlist to keep you excited and grounded.
Drink water and eat first thing in the morning.
Remember what this day is about and enjoy it!
what made T+E choose kap as their destination wedding photographer for their wedding at Dreams Playa Mujeres:
“I wanted someone I felt comfortable with, who would guide + direct us and family, someone experienced and professional who I could rely on if needing to make decisions day of that could give input, fun and personable, someone who would understand us and the vision I wanted to avoid feeling too stages on wedding day, especially after ceremony, someone who was too bossy or passive, poor communication and not excited during the day of.
I think you checked off soo many / all of our boxes when we had our first call, your energy and personality made us feel like we could trust you. You were able to see our vision and vibe, based on your prior weddings we loved the pictures you deliver. You were so professional and also personable and it was just an energetic feeling we got that we knew we wanted to work with you!”
what T+E said about being a kap couple:
Tatiana + Evan’s kind words about working with us on her wedding day truly touched our hearts. Here’s what they had to say:
“I am not sure where to begin with how amazing Kyrsten is, I will do my best! To start, when we first got on a phone call she was so professional and truly understood the vision we wanted with our wedding photos. She stayed in touch with us until the big day ensuring we felt taken care of. Especially as we were planning a destination wedding in Mexico, it was hectic at times and i’m so grateful to have had her and her team there with us!
Now for our wedding day + photos… OMG!! The photos are absolutely stunning, they truly captured how we felt in every moment and all the detail! But more importantly, Kyrsten was everything I needed on my wedding day, she helped me stay focus, calm and on time. She was my go to person when I had to make some risky decisions relating to the weather and I truly felt like I could count on her with everything. She had back up spots because of the rain, and made us feel so seen and supported, it was so easy to trust her with everything!! Her energy kept us calm and excited, always reminding us about what the day truly was about + she knows how to run the show and get every perfect photo despite having a wild, big crazy crew!
If you are considering hiring Kyrsten and her team, I hope this review is your final confirmation to DO IT! You will be in the best hands possible and be so happy with the photos! <3”
a warm and sincere thanks to the creative team…
Venue: Dreams Playa Mujeres; Quintana Roo, MX
Coordinator: Iridian Diaz
Photographer: Kyrsten Ashlay Photography
Hair + Makeup: Sara Tamargo
