Kenny and Joey's Romantic Same-Sex Destination Wedding at Hotel Xcaret Arte with Rainy Ceremony and Lobby Reception, Riviera Maya

Oh, the way Kenny and Joey looked at each other during their vows—tears mixing with raindrops as they pledged their love under purple umbrellas amid Riviera Maya’s artistic splendor—it was the kind of profound, resilient moment that reaffirms my passion at Pixan Photography for capturing authentic LGBTQ love stories.

A group of people dance and laugh together at a lively party under disco lights, with two men in the center back-to-back, smiling as others enjoy the festive atmosphere around them.

Two men smile at each other as one pins a boutonniÃ¨re onto the otherâ€™s blue suit jacket. They stand indoors near a stone wall, with a purple background and a pink cushion visible.

Two men in suits stand together indoors; one in a cream suit smiles at the camera while the other, in a blue suit, pins a boutonniÃ¨re to his lapel. They are in front of a dark blue wall and a stone column.

Four people dressed in elegant outfits stand together indoors, smiling and holding champagne glasses in a celebratory toast.

A man in a cream suit and light blue shirt stands in a doorway, holding a glass of champagne. He has short dark hair, a trimmed beard, and a green boutonniÃ¨re pinned to his lapel. A colorful painting is in the background.

Two men in suits smile and hold a blue box and glasses of champagne, while a woman in a floral dress hands them the box. A colorful floral tapestry hangs in the background.

A man in a blue suit with a white shirt and boutonniÃ¨re reads from a notebook while leaning against a pillar in a modern, open building with large windows and greenery outside.

Two men in suits, one blue and one white, stand close together under a purple umbrella on a stone pathway, surrounded by stone walls and greenery, with rainwater on the ground.

Two men dressed in suits hold hands and smile at each other while standing outdoors under large purple umbrellas. Lush green plants and palm leaves surround them on a rainy day.

Two men dressed in suits, one in blue and one in white, walk hand-in-hand along a wooden path with stone walls and greenery in the background, both wearing boutonniÃ¨res and looking happy.

Two men stand facing each other at a wedding ceremony, one in a blue suit and the other in a light suit with a boutonniere, while guests watch in the background.

Two men, dressed in suits with boutonnieres, stand side by side and smile during a wedding ceremony as an officiant speaks into a microphone. Guests are seated and standing in the background under a covered outdoor space.

Two men stand facing each other at an indoor-outdoor wedding ceremony, with guests seated behind them. One man holds a microphone and wears a blue suit; the other wears a light suit with a boutonniere. A floral arrangement sits on a table in front.

Two men stand facing each other holding hands during a wedding ceremony, while an officiant speaks into a microphone and guests sit in pews watching. A floral arrangement decorates the table in front.

Two men in suits stand holding hands and kissing under a large archway, with tropical trees and the ocean visible in the background. They appear to be at a wedding ceremony.

Two men, dressed in suits, joyfully walk down an aisle outdoors, holding hands and smiling, while guests on both sides clap and cheer for them. Lush greenery is in the background.

Two men in suits, holding hands and smiling, walk down an aisle while guests on either side clap and celebrate. The setting appears to be an outdoor or semi-outdoor wedding with greenery in the background.

Two grooms walk joyfully down the aisle hand-in-hand, smiling as wedding guests seated on both sides clap and celebrate. The ceremony takes place under a large arch with lush greenery in the background.

A large, colorful, winged creature sculpture is displayed in a spacious, well-lit hall with stone walls, disco balls, string lights, and seated guests at decorated tables.

People dressed in formal attire dance joyfully at a lively indoor party, illuminated by blue and purple stage lights. A woman in a red dress and a man in a white shirt are smiling and dancing at the center of the group.

A group of people in colorful outfits dance and smile energetically under vibrant lights at a party, holding drinks and enjoying the lively atmosphere.

A group of people dance and celebrate under disco lights at an indoor party. Two men in the center dance back-to-back, smiling, while others cheer and enjoy the lively atmosphere around them.

A group of people are joyfully dancing at a party under disco balls and colorful lights. A woman in a floral dress raises her hands, smiling, surrounded by others in vibrant outfits on a patterned dance floor.

A woman in a shiny green dress and a man in a white shirt dance energetically in the center of a lively dance floor, surrounded by people clapping and smiling, with disco balls and colorful lights overhead.

A woman in a red dress rides on a mans back as they dance joyfully at a party with disco balls, colorful lights, and other people dancing and clapping around them.

A group of people in vibrant dresses and suits dance energetically at a party. A man in the center kneels on the floor with his arms raised, surrounded by cheering and smiling friends under a disco ball.

Embracing these intimate connections in a resort inspired by Mexican artists, where cultural tributes, rivers, cenotes, and turquoise beaches intertwine, is truly inspiring. Kenny and Joey’s same-sex celebration at Hotel Xcaret Arte was a masterpiece of joy, creativity, and adaptability—a place where art installations and natural beauty create an immersive backdrop, leading to memories that evoke pure wonder even on a rainy day.

From their heartfelt outdoor ceremony with guests under arches to a lively reception in the transformed main lobby and check-in area buzzing with toasts, disco lights, and energetic dancing, every detail echoed “love wins,” proving that a little rain only adds to the romance.

The day unfolded with excitement in the resort’s artistically designed suites—Kenny and Joey helping each other with boutonnieres and sharing smiles with their groomsmen in light suits, the creative ambiance setting the tone for the magic ahead, complete with group toasts and relaxed poses against vibrant backdrops.

Guests arrived, drawn into the artistic vibe, before gathering for a ceremony that captivated us all despite the rain—vows exchanged under floral designs inspired by Mexican heritage, words of love that brought cheers and hugs, with bridal party walks on bridges and under arches, all within Hotel Xcaret Arte’s all-adults, all-inclusive paradise blending culture, wellness, and gastronomy, where umbrellas became part of the charming narrative.

The reception was an artistic whirl in the converted main lobby—decorations featuring elegant setups, candlelit tables, a disco ball overhead, and a dance floor alive with music, laughter, and guest toasts, the first dance a poetic swirl under twinkling lights as if the couple were part of the resort’s living gallery, with bokeh-kissed moments and high-energy celebrations that turned the indoor space into a vibrant party haven.

Kenny and Joey’s same-sex wedding was more than an occasion; it was a love letter to resilience, luxury, and Mexico’s spirit, from emotional rainy vows and joyful toasts to that unforgettable lobby dance party.

If you’re envisioning a Riviera Maya gay destination wedding with artistic flair, cultural depth, and adaptable touches for any weather, let’s talk—your soulful LGBTQ story awaits at Pixan Photography! 💍🌧️🎉

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