Celebrate an intimate wedding aboard a luxury yacht
Some promises are so grand that only the ocean can safeguard them. In 2026, Velas Resorts is redefining the destination wedding concept with the expansion of its exclusive “Love in the Water” experience. Following its resounding success in Grand Velas Los Cabos, this private yacht nuptial ritual now reaches the shores of Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, offering couples a stage where the vastness of the sea becomes the primary witness to their story.
Designed for intimate celebrations of up to 20 guests, this experience is more than just a wedding; it is a masterpiece of cinematography, culture, and sensory luxury.
Serenity at SE Spa
Before setting sail, the journey begins on solid ground with an immersion into wellness. The bride and her party are welcomed at the award-winning SE Spa for the iconic Water Ceremony. This hydrotherapy circuit—featuring chromotherapy steam, an ice room, and sensation showers—prepares the mind and body, aligning the senses for the magnitude of the event about to unfold.
Vows belonging to the sea
Aboard a luxury yacht designed to harmonize with the marine environment, the ceremony takes place amid the natural acoustics of wind and waves, accompanied by a harp and violin duo.
The pinnacle of the event is a poetic evolution of the exchange of vows: once recited, the couple’s promises are sealed in a custom-made, biodegradable glass vessel and cast into the depths of the ocean. It is an act of total surrender to nature, sealing a commitment as deep as the sea itself.
Technology and cinematography
At Velas Resorts, distance is no longer a barrier. Thanks to the integration of Starlink technology, the ceremony is broadcast live in high definition, allowing loved ones anywhere in the world to be part of the moment in real time. Additionally, the experience is immortalized through advanced drone cinematography, capturing the vessel as a solitary jewel in the vastness of the Pacific, creating a wedding film worthy of the big screen.
The taste of a legacy
The celebration continues with a sunset reception, where local gastronomy is paired with a curated selection of Mexican wines or tequilas, with tasting notes personalized to reflect the essence of the couple.
Upon returning to the resort, the experience culminates with a coastal-inspired post-wedding brunch and the presentation of the “Legacy Gift”: a vintage-style brass compass engraved with the exact GPS coordinates of the ceremony. It serves as an eternal reminder that, no matter where life takes them, they can always find their way back to the exact spot where their journey together began.
