Couple: Jean & Ano Wedding Date: 5/25/14 Location/Resort: Beaches Ocho Rios in Ocho Rios, Jamaica Number of Guests: 116 The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: We met, or as I like to say that we were forced together at Aunt Lena’s Labor Day BBQ in September 2011 by cupid matchmakers Judith (sister), Maxine (aunt) and Tanya (cousin).…
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There’s a lot to love about Montego Bay, Jamaica—from dazzling nightlife and chic shops to the affordability and gorgeous Caribbean Beaches. Still, of all the reasons to visit this idyllic Caribbean port town, privacy isn’t usually high on the list. Unless, of course, you’re familiar with Sandals Royal Caribbean. The resort’s decidedly British heritage, with manicured gardens, roaming peacocks, afternoon teas…
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Name: BlueBay Villas Doradas Location: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic Why it’s hidden: On the Dominican Republic’s Atlantic coast, Puerto Plata sees less traffic than other parts of the island. Nicknamed “The Bride of the Atlantic” for its natural beauty, this area has 62 miles worth of pristine white sand beaches and beautiful sunsets. For couples that love to be on the water, these…
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You’ve probably already envisioned your dream wedding ceremony, whether it’s just the two of you on a romantic beach or a tropical garden ceremony with your closest friends and family. But many couples wonder: what do we do for the party? Well, if you’re marrying at any one of these resorts, the answer is definitely to keep the festivities on…
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Couple: Tanya & Michael Wedding Date: May 03, 2014 Location/Resort: Couples Sans Souci – Ocho Rios, Jamaica Number of Guests: 36 The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: We met through mutual friends after college years, back home. We became best friends and after ten years of dating and enjoying life he proposed! The destination wedding decision: something you’ve always wanted or…
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This is a featured guest blog post. Just when you thought the planning was done, there’s one more detail to cover before you say your vows. Believe it or not, packing for your destination wedding can make or break your upcoming nuptials. Take a little time to plan and organize, and you’ll enjoy stress-free travels to paradise. Set yourself up…
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Looking for an alternative to the traditional veil for your destination wedding? We absolutely love all the extraordinary options for bridal headpieces right now, all of which are perfectly capable of making you feel like a million bucks on your big day! Whether you choose to put a stylish twist on the modern veil with a birdcage veil headband or…
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With so many patterns, designs and themes to choose from, we love seeing couples put a fresh and unique personal touch on their invites. Here are some of our top picks for creative destination wedding invitations. Laser Cutouts Nautical Inspired Travel Themed To check out more inspiring invitations, visit our Pinterest.
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Remember when you were five and “every color!” was your favorite? Just because you’ve outgrown coloring books and crayons doesn’t mean you have to lose your enthusiasm for bright and playful pops of color. These rainbow hues are all grown up and take center stage with these gorgeous wedding setups. Red: Romantic Red Wedding Collection by Palace Resorts Orange: Majestic Flair Memorable…
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We’re big proponents of picking a wedding resort based on the ages and interests of your guests. It’s a particularly important piece of advice for couples traveling with families, whether it’s their own extended clan or good friend bringing kids to the wedding. As most of us can attest to firsthand, the average 3 year old has the attention span…
