If you’re dreaming of a luxury destination wedding in Puerto Rico, it’s hard to imagine a more beautiful setting than Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Golf & Beach Resort. Nestled between the lush El Yunque Rainforest and the sparkling Caribbean Sea in Rio Grande, this oceanfront resort offers everything couples envision for a destination celebration—beautiful accommodations, tropical scenery, and the opportunity for family and friends to enjoy an unforgettable wedding weekend together.
Amanda and Alex traveled from Miami, Florida, surrounded by the people they love most, to celebrate one of the biggest days of their lives in Puerto Rico. Every guest stayed at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar, transforming their wedding into more than just a single day—it became a full weekend of laughter, connection, and unforgettable memories.




While Wyndham Grand Rio Mar provided an incredible backdrop, what truly made this wedding unforgettable was Amanda and Alex themselves.
Alex and Amanda’s personalities radiated throughout every moment of the day. They were joyful, playful, and completely present with one another—creating an atmosphere where everyone felt like family.
One of the most emotional moments happened before the ceremony during their first look. Their daughter joined them, creating a memory that instantly became one of everyone’s favorites. Watching the three of them embrace before the ceremony was a beautiful reminder that weddings celebrate not only two people, but the family they are building together.
Later, their daughter surprised everyone once again by recording a heartfelt audio message that played before she walked down the aisle as the flower girl. There wasn’t a dry eye among the guests.
Of course, Amanda and Alex also made sure their wedding reflected their sense of humor.
Before portraits, Alex presented Amanda with a trophy labeled for his “Trophy Wife,” sending everyone into laughter. Then, as if that wasn’t enough, he revealed the custom embroidery hidden inside his suit jacket that read:
“Amanda la que manda.”
It was the perfect inside joke—one that perfectly captured the playful relationship they share and reminded everyone that luxury weddings can be elegant without taking themselves too seriously.















A major advantage of hosting a destination wedding at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Resort is that guests never have to leave the property.
With luxury accommodations, multiple pools, beach access, golf courses, restaurants, and endless tropical views, everyone can truly relax and enjoy time together throughout the wedding weekend.
Rather than rushing from place to place, couples and their families can spend quality time together before and after the wedding—something that often becomes one of the most treasured parts of a destination celebration.
For couples planning a Puerto Rico wedding, it’s easy to see why Wyndham Grand Rio Mar continues to be one of the island’s premier wedding venues.



















Beyond the beautiful scenery, destination weddings offer something even more valuable: time together.
Instead of celebrating for only a few hours, couples have the opportunity to spend several days with the people who matter most. sharing meals, exploring the island, laughing by the pool, and creating memories that extend far beyond the wedding day itself.
Amanda and Alex’s celebration was a perfect example of that. It was elegant without feeling formal, luxurious without feeling overdone, and deeply personal in every way.




























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Venue: Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Golf & Beach Resort – Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
Wedding Planner: Encanto Weds
Photo & Video: JCanelas Photo & Film
Officiant: Ana Maria Hernandez
Hair & Makeup: Bryan for Hair and Makeup | Bianca Rivera MUA
Décor: Miriam Doba
DJ: SBN DJ
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