Ximena + Alberto
Jewish Destination Wedding in the Heart of Yucatán: Ximena & Alberto at Hacienda San Pedro Ochil
There are weddings that feel like moments — and then there are those that feel like stories meant to be told. Ximena and Alberto’s Jewish destination wedding at Hacienda San Pedro Ochil, nestled in the golden landscapes of Yucatán, was one of those stories.
Bringing together guests from Caracas and Mexico City, their celebration unfolded as a heartfelt union between two families, two cultures, and one shared energy — love grounded in faith, laughter, and deep connection.
A Ceremony After Shabbat, Wrapped in Tradition and Light
As the sun began to set on a serene Saturday evening, the historic amphitheater of Hacienda San Pedro Ochiltransformed into a sacred space. The ceremony began just after Shabbat, honoring Jewish tradition while embracing the spirit of destination weddings in Mexico — intimate, emotional, and bathed in warm, tropical light.
Under a beautifully designed chuppah by Vincent Coral, layers of white florals, candles, and textured fabrics created an atmosphere both romantic and timeless. The moment Alberto saw Ximena walk down the aisle — radiant in her gown, her look perfected by makeup artist Yasser Rego — time seemed to pause. The vows were shared surrounded by nature, architecture, and the quiet hum of anticipation from their families.
An Evening of Elegance
The celebration continued with an ambiance that reflected everything Ximena and Alberto are — elegant yet effortless, modern yet steeped in meaning. Elsy Huertas of Eventalia orchestrated every detail with grace, ensuring the evening flowed seamlessly from ceremony to dinner to dancing beneath a canopy of lights and stars.
The decor fused Yucatán’s natural beauty with modern romanticism: warm candlelight, linen textures, and floral arrangements that felt organic yet sculptural. Every corner of the hacienda told part of their story — from the grand stone pathways to the intimate dinner tables that glowed softly as laughter filled the air.
Documented through the lens of Pipe Gaber, the photography reflected not just the visual beauty of the day, but the emotion that lived within it — glances, gestures, the quiet joy between families coming together. Each frame honored the essence of Jewish destination wedding photography: storytelling with heart, artistry, and depth.
A Destination Wedding to Remember
Ximena and Alberto’s wedding was more than a celebration — it was a testament to connection across distance and time. Between Mexico and Venezuela, tradition and modernity, faith and freedom, they created a memory that will forever live in the warm air of Yucatán.
For couples dreaming of a destination wedding in Mexico, Hacienda San Pedro Ochil remains one of the most breathtaking venues — a place where love, culture, and artistry meet effortlessly.