Taya + Brodie // Taumeasina Island Resort Wedding Venue Photos // Samoa Destination Wedding
A Beautiful Destination Wedding in Samoa – Taumeasina Island Resort (Upolu)
There’s something truly magical about leaving the cold NZ winter behind and stepping into the warm, tropical paradise of Samoa—especially during the Dry Season, when the weather is calm, sunny, and perfect for a destination wedding. This intimate celebration was exactly that: sunshine-filled, heartfelt, and an absolute honour to capture.
With just 10 guests, all close family, this wedding felt incredibly personal and emotional. The couple flew in all the way from Kentucky, USA to celebrate their love in the homeland of the bride’s family—Taya is half Samoan—making the day even more meaningful. The pure joy, big smiles, and laid-back island energy truly brought even more rays of sunshine to an already beautiful day.
The Venue: Taumeasina Island Resort
The wedding took place at the breathtaking Taumeasina Island Resort, one of Samoa’s most loved luxury destinations. This resort sits on its own private island, offering endless tropical backdrops—turquoise blue water, perfectly lined palm trees, white sandy beaches, and lush gardens everywhere you turn.
Taumeasina is well-known for:
Beautiful ceremony locations overlooking the Pacific
Private, quiet spaces for intimate weddings
Stunning golden-hour light for wedding portraits
Tropical architecture and landscaping that photograph like a dream
Warm, welcoming Samoan staff who make the day flow perfectly
It’s one of those resorts where every corner looks like a postcard — a dream setting for any destination wedding photographer.
Capturing a Family-Focused, Heartfelt Celebration
With such a small group, every moment felt special — every laugh, every tear, every hug. The intimacy allowed us to slow things down, enjoy the warm island breeze, and capture real, honest moments with the people who matter most.
The gentle pace of island time meant we could explore the resort for portraits, soak in the light, and let the day unfold naturally. As a New Zealand wedding photographer, shooting in Samoa was such a refreshing change — new colours, new energy, and a whole lot of tropical magic.
Taya + Brodie also added a Super 8 Highlight Film to their package. So before we dive into their photos, feel free to checkout their video here:
Super 8 style films can be added to any of my photo packages. Checkout more info on these nostalgic and vintage style films here
GETTING READY
CEREMONY
GROUP + FAMILY PHOTOS
PORTRAIT SESSION & SUNSET
RECEPTION
Why Samoa is a Stunning Wedding Destination
Samoa offers two seasons—Wet and Dry—and this wedding was right in the Dry Season sweet spot. Warm temperatures, blue skies, gentle breezes, and vibrant colours everywhere you look. It’s the kind of tropical perfection that makes wedding photography effortless and unforgettable.
If you’ve ever thought about escaping the NZ winter, Samoa delivers the goods: warm ocean water, swaying palm trees, incredible sunsets, and that signature island hospitality.
Pro Tip for Engaged Couples:
If you're dreaming of a destination wedding, consider planning it during Samoa’s Dry Season (May to October). The weather is far more predictable, the sunsets are incredible, and you’ll get those bright tropical colours that make your wedding photos truly next-level.
And if you’re travelling from NZ, it’s the perfect mid-winter escape with warm temps, stunning views, and a relaxed island vibe that keeps everyone smiling.
Planning Your Own Samoa Destination Wedding?
If you’re keen on a wedding that feels like a holiday - with sunshine, ocean views, warm evenings, and unforgettable memories - I’d love to help capture it. Whether it’s Samoa or Fiji, or somewhere even further abroad, I’m always ready for a tropical mission.
Get in touch and let’s start planning something magical.
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