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Gelena Weddings

Riviera Maya destination wedding planner and officiant for your dream wedding in Mexico.

Getting Married in Mexico

Would you like to get married, celebrate your love or renew your vows?
Do you want to do it in one of the most magical and romantic places in the world?

Congratulations!

You have already made the two most important decisions.

No matter what kind of ceremony you have in mind, what budget you have, and whether you want to celebrate as a couple, in a small circle, or with a really big party. We want to inspire you and show you the best options for your Mexico destination wedding.

“A great marriage isn’t something that just happens; it’s something that must be created.”

Fawn Weaver

Wedding ceremonies

A Wedding Ceremony According to Your Wishes

Would you like to get married in a civil ceremony just like at home, do you prefer a free or church wedding or are you looking for a magical ceremony based on Mayan rituals with a real shaman? Whether you want to get married on the beach, in a church or in a cenote, we can make it happen!

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Wedding places

The Most Beautiful Places to Get Married in Mexico

Finding the perfect location for your destination wedding is not just a detail, but the first step in planning a fantastic day. With years of experience and over a hundred weddings organized on the Riviera Maya in Mexico, we know the best venues to get married in Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen and surrounding areas.

The Best Wedding Locations and Venues

Wedding services

What We Can Do for You

With our service we offer you the complete organization and budget planning for your dream wedding in Mexico. Starting with the selection of the ideal date, the most beautiful location, the type of ceremony, to the planning and execution of every little detail. To make it the best day of your life.

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Wedding planning

Planning and Coordination

When planning your perfect wedding in Mexico, we want to take all the work and worry out of your hands. Our goal is for you to simply enjoy your celebration, have unforgettable memories, and tell us that we exceeded your expectations.

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Awards and Memberships

25+

Years of Experience

100+

Weddings Planned

Languages Spoken

About Me

My Path to Becoming a Wedding Planner and Officiant

Weddings have always been a great passion of mine. How I got into wedding planning and what qualifies me as a wedding officiant in the Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Learn More About Me

Gelena Doehmel, a Mexico wedding planner and officiant of Gelena Weddings, stands in a green dress next to a vase of colorful flowers.

Important Wedding Questions

When is the best time for a wedding in Mexico?
Where is the best place to get married?
What types of ceremonies are available?
How much does a destination wedding cost?
What are the formalities?

Let me give you all the answers

Contact me and let’s talk about your questions and wishes for your dream wedding in Mexico. In a free consultation we can discuss all the details that are important to you.

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Real Wedding Testimonials

What Clients Say

Discover why clients love our Mexico destination wedding planning and officiant services.

Bride and groom exchanging vows during their beach wedding in Mexico, with waves gently lapping at the shore.

Amazing to work with!

“Gelena was absolutely amazing to work with! She was very quick to respond to messages. She was very informative and straightforward. She cared about the details of the special day and everyone…”

Emily

Omaha

A bride and groom smile at each other, standing together on a sandy beach with gentle waves in the background.

Fantastic job!

“Gelena was with us on our big day. Everything was well-organized and went according to plan. Gelena is super punctual, always kept in touch, and met us at a time that suited us. She conducted the ceremony…”

Olga

Georgia

Wedding officiant Gelena Doehmel giving a speech to a couple on the beach for getting married in Mexico.

Best wedding planner!

“Gelena was one of the best wedding planners. Always there when help was needed, no matter what time of day. The price/performance ratio was also right and she is definitely recommended!”

Manuela

Germany

Destination wedding with Gelena Doehmel in a pavilion.

Love, patience, ideas and professionalism

“It is difficult to express our gratitude in words. Because you planned our wonderful wedding with so much love, patience, ideas and professionalism, taking all the stress away from us…”

Louis

Germany

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