
DESTINATION WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS
Destination Wedding Photographer Available Worldwide
Your love story. Any corner of the world.
I’m Joice Dahianna. With my team, I create documentary and artistic wedding and elopement photography for romantic and adventurous couples, from Costa Rica to Oaxaca, the Riviera Maya, Cartagena and beyond.






WHO WE ARE
Costa Rica-Based, Nomadic at Heart
Your story knows no borders, and neither do we.
We’re Joice and Diego. We live in Monteverde, Costa Rica, but our work has never been tied to one place. For the past three years we’ve traveled abroad to photograph destination weddings, from the colorful streets of Oaxaca and the Caribbean coast of Playa del Carmen to the colonial charm of Cartagena. Everywhere we go, we bring the same documentary, emotion-first approach that has guided more than 650 couples.
We love couples who are looking for more than photos: an experience full of adventure, authenticity and real emotion. Whether you’re planning an engagement session on another continent, an intimate ceremony on a tropical island or a wedding in the mountains at sunset, we’d love to be there with you.
WHY US
Why Choose Us as Your Destination Wedding Photographers
Choosing a photographer for a wedding abroad isn’t just about a portfolio. It’s about trusting a team that travels well, adapts fast and knows how to tell your story in a place that’s new to everyone.
STORYTELLING
Documentary & Artistic
Real emotion, natural light and the small moments that make your wedding yours. We guide you gently, but we never stage your day.
2 PHOTOGRAPHERS
A Couple Behind the Camera
Joice and Diego cover every wedding together: two perspectives, one cohesive story. Diego also flies the drone wherever local rules allow.
PLANNING PARTNER
Planning Abroad, Covered
Need help in another country? Our planning partner, Your White Wedding, can coordinate your destination wedding or elopement: venue, vendors, timeline and the details in between.
TRAVEL-READY
We Travel to You
We’ve worked in Mexico and Colombia and we’re ready for your destination. Every quote is built around your location, dates and coverage, so you know exactly what’s included.
DESTINATIONS
Where We’ve Photographed Destination Weddings
Mexico
Two very different sides of Mexico: Oaxacan traditions full of color and texture, and golden-hour celebrations on the Riviera Maya.
Colombia
Bougainvillea-draped balconies, colonial streets and warm Caribbean evenings: a city made for romantic, elegant weddings.
Your Destination, Next
Not on the list yet? That’s often how it starts. We accept weddings and elopements anywhere in the world.
REAL DESTINATION WEDDINGS
Destination Wedding & Elopement Galleries
Step inside real love stories we’ve photographed beyond Costa Rica, from the colorful streets of Oaxaca and the Caribbean light of Playa del Carmen to the colonial charm of Cartagena. Each gallery is a full day told through emotion, culture and place.
Oaxaca de Juárez · México
Meli & Eric
Cobblestone streets, papel picado and the warm glow of Oaxacan light framed Meli and Eric’s wedding day. Between laughter, mezcal toasts and quiet glances, every moment felt rooted in culture and color. A celebration that tasted, sounded and looked like Oaxaca.
Oaxaca de Juárez · México
Juli & Allan
Juli and Allan chose the heart of Oaxaca to say “yes,” surrounded by colonial walls, vibrant textures and the people they love most. Their day unfolded slowly, full of tradition, music and tender in-between moments. Pure emotion, told in the colors of Mexico.
Playa del Carmen · Riviera Maya, México
Milu & Javi
Just the two of them, the Caribbean breeze and golden-hour light on the Riviera Maya. Milu and Javi’s elopement in Playa del Carmen was intimate, playful and deeply personal. Proof that the most meaningful days don’t need a crowd.
Cartagena de Indias · Colombia
Ericka & Arnold
Bougainvillea-draped balconies, colonial streets and the warm Caribbean evening set the stage for Ericka and Arnold’s wedding in Cartagena. Their day moved to the rhythm of the city: elegant, joyful and full of life. A love story with the soul of Colombia.
THE PROCESS
How a Destination Wedding Works With Us
Inquiry
Send us your date, destination and vision through the form below. We reply personally with our availability.
Custom quote
Every destination wedding is quoted individually, based on destination, coverage hours and dates.
Planning together
You coordinate with your planner or venue, or with our planning partner. We align the timeline and photo plan with them.
We travel to you
We arrive ready to document your day, from getting ready to the last dance, and deliver your full online gallery.
YOUR DESTINATION TEAM
Meet the Team Who Travels With You
Two photographers and a wedding planner, based in Costa Rica and ready to travel. We work as one team, so your destination wedding feels personal and easy from the first message to the final gallery.

Joice Dahianna
Lead Photographer & Founder
Joice is a destination wedding and elopement photographer based in Costa Rica. She’s your main point of contact from the first consultation to the final gallery and leads the creative direction of every wedding, at home or abroad.

Diego Ramírez
Second Shooter & Drone Pilot
Diego is the second photographer on every wedding, capturing a different angle so nothing gets missed, and the drone pilot behind our aerial shots wherever local rules allow.

Your White Wedding
Destination Wedding Planner
Ceilyn Castro plans and coordinates weddings and elopements, in Costa Rica and abroad: venue scouting, vendors, logistics, timeline and personal touches, so you can stay fully present on your day.
KIND WORDS
What Couples Say About Their Destination Wedding
Coming to Playa del Carmen for our elopement was so special for us. We had so much fun during the session! We’re not great at posing, but Joice and Diego guided us naturally, and we felt completely comfortable spending that time with them.
Thank you so much, you did an incredible job, and we’re so happy with our photos. We hope to cross paths again soon!
MILU & JAVI · ELOPEMENT IN PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
More Reviews on Google
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WOW!! I cannot say enough good things about Joice and her photography team. We had a surprise proposal in Costa Rica and they made the experience amazing. The moment we got to the spot they were well hidden so the surprise wouldn’t be ruined. They shot the proposal and pictures afterward. When we received the album back it was better than we could’ve imagined. I highly recommend using Joice and her team for photos!!Posted on Google Taylor ReevesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. El mejor equipo de fotos y video! Nos sentimos super comodos! Y divino tooodo! Lo améPosted on Google Andrea GarroTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ¡La mejor decisión que tomamos fue escoger a Joyce como nuestra fotógrafa! Desde la sesión de fotos de compromiso nos enamoramos de su trabajo. Las fotos quedaron espectaculares y desde ese momento supimos que queríamos que fuera quien capturara también el día de nuestra boda. Además de tener un talento increíble, trabajar con Joyce es un verdadero placer. Es un amor de persona, transmite una energía lindísima y hace que todo se sienta natural y sin estrés. Gracias a eso disfrutamos muchísimo tanto la sesión de compromiso como el día de la boda. Cuando recibimos las fotos de la boda volvimos a revivir cada momento. Logró capturar todas las emociones y los detalles de una forma preciosa, y no podríamos estar más felices con el resultado. Sin duda la recomendaría una y mil veces, y volvería a contratarla para cualquier otro momento especial. ¡Gracias, Joyce, por regalarnos recuerdos tan lindos que vamos a atesorar para siempre! ❤️❤️❤️Posted on Google Jennifer JimenezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Joice for our surprise proposal was truly one of the best decisions my fiancé made. She captured one of the most important moments of our lives so beautifully, and every photo brings us right back to that day. Her eye for detail, ability to capture genuine emotion, and calm, encouraging presence made the experience even more special. We are beyond grateful to have these memories preserved so perfectly. If you’re looking for a photographer who genuinely cares and delivers stunning photos, I cannot recommend Joice enough. Thank you for giving us memories we’ll cherish forever!Posted on Google Shelby PoseyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Joice is excellent and was the perfect choice for our wedding day. Her online gallery is stunning and I only dreamed ours could be captured the same. Start to finish Joice was very easy to work with, reasonably priced, and incredibly sweet. Picture turnaround was quick with an abundance of gorgeous photos to pick from.Posted on Google Julia WhiteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Desde el primer momento nos hicieron sentir demasiado cómodos y tranquilos. Tienen una vibra súper linda Durante la boda captaron cada detalle de una forma súper natural y especial, y el resultado final superó completamente nuestras expectativas. Las fotos transmiten exactamente cómo se sintió ese día, la emoción, la felicidad y todos esos momentos tan especiales Además de su talento, el trato y la dedicación fueron increíbles durante todo el proceso genuinamente se preocuparon por que disfrutáramos cada momento Solo tengo un problema. Las fotos quedaron tan hermosas que no se cuales imprimir ni compartir No podríamos estar más felices con el resultado. Súper recomendados 🤍Posted on Google Arianna ParmigianiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hola Nuestra experiencia con Joyse fue maravillosa!!! Hicimos una cesión de fotos madre he hija. Y bueno. Nos tuvo mucha paciencia. Siempre fue atenta con los detalles. Comunicativa y con la dedicación que requiere un adulto mayor de 89 años. Así que recomiendo muchísimo sus servicios. Es una joven profesional, talentosa y con mucho carismaPosted on Google Beatriz SalazarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dahianna y Diego fueron una extraordinaria elección para congelar la memoria de una etapa muy importante de nuestra familia a través de las fotos, desde el min 1 nos inspiraron confianza, amistad y un trato hermoso, nos tuvieron máxima paciencia especialmente a mis pequeños en un clima retador de 37 grados, con un resultado espectacular…. Ver esas fotos, es un sueño hecho realidad!! Siempre estaré agradecidaPosted on Google Roxana RojasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Quedé encantado con el servicio. Al principio estaba un poco nervioso, ya que no vivo cerca de Costa Rica y todo lo estaba organizando a distancia para una propuesta de matrimonio muy importante para mí. A pesar de que siempre fue muy profesional y clara en todos sus mensajes, no deja de existir ese miedo cuando contratas un servicio en línea. Sin embargo, superó completamente mis expectativas. Antes de la propuesta me ayudó en absolutamente todo: planeamos cada detalle y todo salió exactamente como lo imaginé. Durante el momento, fue increíblemente profesional, atenta y con la mejor actitud. Nos hizo sentir muy cómodos en todo momento. Si pudiera repetir la experiencia, sin duda la contrataría mil veces más. No van a perder su tiempo ni su dinero — es, sin duda, la mejor opción.Posted on Google Carlos Diaz OsunaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had such a wonderful experience working with Joice and Diego for our wedding in Costa Rica. From the very beginning, they went out of their way to support us and were incredibly attentive all the way up to the wedding day. We really appreciated the tender care and thoughtfulness they gave to all of our requests. They made us feel heard, supported, and genuinely cared for throughout the process, which meant so much during such a special and emotional time. And the photos were absolutely beautiful. They captured everything so naturally and artistically, and we were also delightfully surprised by the drone footage — such an amazing bonus that made our memories feel even more cinematic and special. Joice and Diego are truly an excellent team. We loved their energy and felt so comfortable with them. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone planning an elopement or wedding in Costa Rica!Posted on Google C.M. Soto (Christy)


VENUE: ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
The Place Matters. The Story Matters More.
We’re passionate about capturing authentic stories, wherever love chooses to bloom. If you dream of a wedding or elopement in another country, a charming city or a remote corner of the world, we dream of being there with you.
Because the most important thing isn’t the place. It’s the story we’re going to tell together, with passion, artistry and so much love.
Joice & Diego
AVAILABILITY
Book Your Destination Wedding Photographer
For weddings abroad, we recommend booking at least 8 to 12 months in advance. Travel needs extra planning, and our calendar fills up quickly, especially in peak wedding season.
GOOD TO KNOW
Destination Wedding Photographer FAQs
Everything couples usually ask before booking photographers for a wedding abroad. If your question isn’t here, write to Joice directly.
Do you travel outside Costa Rica for weddings?
Yes. We accept weddings and elopements anywhere in the world. So far we’ve photographed destination weddings in Oaxaca de Juárez and Playa del Carmen, Mexico, and in Cartagena, Colombia.
How does booking a destination wedding photographer work?
Send us your date, destination and vision. We confirm availability and prepare a custom quote based on your location, coverage hours and dates.
How much does a destination wedding photographer cost?
Every destination wedding is quoted individually, because travel, number of days and coverage change from one place to another. Tell us your destination and dates and we’ll send you a personalized proposal.
Are travel expenses included in the quote?
Your quote is built around your destination, so we’ll clearly explain what’s included for travel, lodging and coverage before you book. No surprises later.
Do we need a wedding planner at the destination?
It’s not required, but many couples work with a planner or the venue’s coordinator. If you’d like help, our planning partner, Your White Wedding, can coordinate your wedding abroad. We always align our timeline and photo plan with whoever is running your day.
Do you photograph elopements abroad too?
Yes. We photograph both full weddings and intimate elopements worldwide, as well as engagement and couple sessions.
Do both photographers travel to our wedding?
Yes. Joice and Diego work together on every wedding, so you get two perspectives and complete coverage of your day.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking at least 8 to 12 months in advance, as soon as your date and destination are set. Dates fill quickly, especially in peak wedding season, and booking early gives us time to plan travel.
GET IN TOUCH
Let’s Create Magic, Wherever You Are
Tell us your date and destination, and we’ll tell you if we can be there. I’ll get back to you personally with our availability and a custom proposal for your destination wedding or elopement.


