Riu Palace Bávaro Wedding: The Real Story of Trisha & Eric
If you're picturing a barefoot ceremony on white sand with the Caribbean as your backdrop, Trisha and Eric's wedding at Riu Palace Bávaro is exactly that kind of inspiration. WBA Studio documented their full day, from getting-ready in matching floral-wallpaper suites to the last glow stick send-off on the dance floor.
Why Riu Palace Bávaro Is Ideal for Your Destination Wedding
Riu Palace Bávaro sits right on a long stretch of white sand beach in Punta Cana, giving couples an open, uncluttered backdrop for their ceremony with nothing but ocean behind them. For photographers, that kind of unobstructed horizon line is a gift, it means clean, timeless portraits with zero distractions in frame.
Trisha & Eric's Wedding Day
Trisha and Eric got married on May 5th, 2026, with a beachfront ceremony under a wooden arch draped in white fabric and dressed with blush and ivory florals. A wooden "Welcome" sign greeted guests as they took their seats in white chiavari chairs facing the water.
Getting ready happened in parallel across two suites. Eric got dressed alongside his dad and his mom, who pinned his boutonniere against a backdrop of tropical leaf wallpaper. Trisha got laced into her gown by her mom and her maid of honor, with a custom hanger reading "Alison, Maid of Honour" hanging nearby.
The best moments of Trisha and Eric's wedding weren't posed, they were caught. Eric's dad buttoning his jacket. Trisha's dad first look with the bride. Groomsmen's shoes lined up in the grass, waiting. And later, a dance floor lit up entirely by glow sticks. This is what WBA Studio means by authentic: the day as it actually happened, not a recreation of it.
Authentic vs Posed Wedding Photography: Why We Went Authentic Here
At WBA Studio, our approach as Punta Cana wedding photographers prioritizes authentic, in-the-moment storytelling over forced posing. For Trisha and Eric's wedding, that meant staying in the room during both getting-ready sessions, capturing real moments like a mother adjusting her son's tie or a bridesmaid steadying a veil in the wind, instead of stopping to stage the shot.
Wedding Day Details
Beachfront ceremony with a wooden arch, white draping, and blush and ivory florals
Personalized wedding vow books, "My vows to my Wife" and "My vows to my Husband"
Bridal party in navy dresses and tan suits
Reception under a covered pergola with string lights and an open-air bar
Glow stick send-off on the dance floor
Frequently Asked Questions
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The resort's beachfront ceremony space and covered reception pergola comfortably handle both intimate weddings and larger groups, depending on the setup you choose.
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Late afternoon works best for soft, even light on the beach, with enough daylight left afterward for portraits before the reception begins.
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Yes, WBA Studio covers photography and film for destination weddings in Punta Cana, including weddings at Riu Palace Bávaro, Breathless, Serenade, and other resorts in the area.
Planning Your Riu Palace Bávaro Wedding
If you're planning a destination wedding and want a team that documents your day with substance, check out how to choose your wedding photography style before you book your date.
📍 Hotel Riu Palace Punta Cana , Dominican Republic
📷 Photography & Video by WBA Studio