JW Marriott Costa Elena Wedding Inspiration

Nicole & Cameron's 2020 destination wedding in Guanacaste

One of Adri & Lucas's first weddings of 2020 was Nicole and Cameron's joyful destination celebration in Guanacaste. Tropical styling, emotional first looks, beach portraits and an energetic night gave the gallery a strong sense of story from preparation through reception.

Historical context: This 2020 wedding was photographed before JW Marriott Costa Elena's announced opening on September 10, 2026. Until the event record is matched to its original contract venue name, this story uses neutral Guanacaste wording. The photographs are visual inspiration for couples considering the new resort; they are not photographs of a completed JW Marriott-branded wedding. Check Marriott's official opening information and official wedding page for current venue facts.

The story in the photographs

Nicole wanted a tropical destination wedding that would let guests feel Costa Rica's Pura Vida spirit. The day included an emotional gift and first look with her father, a first look and letter with Cameron, a relaxed ceremony, coastal portraits and a sparkler-filled celebration. The photographs preserve those relationships as carefully as the styling and landscape.

Wedding gallery

Nicole and Cameron's 2020 destination wedding in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

Nicole and Cameron dancing with sparklers on a Guanacaste beach. — costa rica A man and woman dancing with sparklers on a playa beach in Costa Rica, captured by a talented wedding photographer.

Nicole walking on the beach with her bouquet. — costa rica A wedding photo captures the beautiful moment as a bride walks down the beach, bouquet in hand.

Nicole and Cameron sitting together on beach rocks in Costa Rica. — costa rica A bride and groom sitting on rocks on the beach in Costa Rica, captured by a talented wedding photographer.

Nicole and Cameron photographed on rocks at sunset. — costa rica A wedding photo of a bride and groom standing on rocks at sunset at Playa.

Nicole and Cameron dancing together on the beach. — costa rica A photo of a bride and groom dancing on the playa during their wedding in Costa Rica.

Nicole posing with her bridesmaids on a Guanacaste beach. — costa rica A bride and her bridesmaids pose for a photo along the beach in Costa Rica.

Nicole and Cameron holding hands beneath a beach ceremony arch. — costa rica A newlywed couple holding hands under a beach arch, captured in a beautiful wedding photo by a talented Costa Rica photographer.

Nicole and Cameron walking on the beach at sunset. — costa rica A wedding photo of a bride and groom walking on the playa beach at sunset.

Nicole and Cameron photographed in front of wedding fireworks. — costa rica A bride and groom posing for a photo in front of a firework display at their wedding on the playa.

Nicole and Cameron celebrating with sparklers on the beach. — costa rica A bride and groom having their wedding photo taken on the beach in Costa Rica, with sparklers lighting up the sky.

Guests holding torches during a beach wedding celebration in Costa Rica. — costa rica A group of people holding torches and burning at a playa wedding, captured in a stunning photo.

Nicole and Cameron together on their 2020 wedding day. — costa rica A couple’s wedding day captured in a beautiful photo by a talented Costa Rica photographer.

Long reception table prepared for wedding guests. — costa rica A long table set up for a wedding party.

Wedding reception decorated with orange and green details. — costa rica A wedding reception set up with orange and green decorations captured beautifully by a talented Costa Rica photographer.

Nicole holding her bouquet on a Costa Rica beach. — costa rica A woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers on a beach in Costa Rica.

How to use this gallery for a future JW Marriott Costa Elena wedding

Use this story to evaluate Adri & Lucas's preparation coverage, emotional first looks, beach portraits, reception details and low-light celebration photographs. It is not proof of a completed wedding inside the new resort. Confirm the real event spaces, access and weather backup with Marriott before building a photography plan.

Frequently asked questions

Does this 2020 gallery show the new JW Marriott Costa Elena resort?

No. Nicole and Cameron's wedding took place in 2020, years before the resort's announced opening on September 10, 2026. The current JW path is retained as a visual-inspiration URL by owner decision, with the historical context stated clearly.

What can couples learn from this gallery?

The gallery shows how a destination wedding can connect family moments, tropical styling, coastal portraits, reception design and nighttime celebration into one consistent story. Ask to review a relevant full gallery to evaluate the complete sequence.

Who photographed this wedding?

Adri and Lucas photographed this wedding. They are a Costa Rican husband-and-wife photography and film team based in Guanacaste, and both have photographed and filmed weddings since 2013.

Planning a future Costa Elena celebration?

Start with the JW Marriott Costa Elena planning guide and the honest visual-reference page, then contact us for photography or photo-and-film coverage based on your actual date and contracted spaces.

Inquire with Adri & Lucas

About Adri & Lucas

We are a Costa Rican husband-and-wife photography and film team based in Liberia, Guanacaste, specializing in destination weddings. Both Adri and Lucas have photographed and filmed weddings since 2013. Our work has been featured by Junebug Weddings and Green Wedding Shoes. Marriott remains the source for the new resort's current venue details and policies.