GLENN FERGUSON
BAHAMAS WEDDING PLANNER & OFFICIANT

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Top Bahamas Wedding Planner: Glenn Ferguson's Nassau, Bimini, Exumas, Grand Bahama, Eleuthera & Harbour Island Planning Services [2025]

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Bahamas wedding planner - Glenn Ferguson

 

Planning a wedding in the Bahamas should feel as amazing as our beaches look. Hello, I'm Glenn Ferguson and I've been planning weddings here for over 20 years and have helped hundreds of couples pull off their dream day without the stress.

My clients love that I wear two hats - I'm both a WPIC-certified Bahamas Wedding Planner and a licensed Marriage Officer. This means I can plan everything AND legally marry you. No need to hire an extra person or worry about coordination hiccups.

The proof? 97% of my couples rate their experience 5/5 stars, and I typically save them about 35 hours of planning headaches compared to couples who try to handle everything from abroad.

Bahamas Wedding Planner Services: What I Do For You

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Here's exactly what you get when you hire me:

Full-Service Nassau & Paradise Island Wedding Planning

Starting at $5,500 | Saves you 50+ hours of work

I handle everything so you can actually enjoy being engaged:

  • ✓ I'll take you to see venues at top Nassau resorts
  • ✓ Track your budget (most clients save 15-20%)
  • ✓ Bring in only the best vendors (I work with just 32 that I trust)
  • ✓ Pull decor from my own warehouse of island stuff
  • ✓ Book guest rooms at better rates (usually 22% off)
  • ✓ Put together welcome bags and deliver them to 12 different Nassau hotels
  • ✓ Set up rides with drivers I've used for 15+ years
  • ✓ Run your rehearsal
  • ✓ Manage your wedding day with 2 assistants (10-12 hours)
  • ✓ Handle all the legal paperwork (saves 4-6 hours of your vacation time)

I only take a Limited number of weddings each year - So you get me, not just whoever's available that weekend.

Partial Planning for Exumas, Eleuthera & Harbour Island

Starting at $4,500 | For couples who already booked a venue

If you've got your venue but need help with everything else:

  • ✓ Connect you with vendors who know your specific island
  • ✓ Create a timeline that accounts for island transportation
  • ✓ Help with design ideas that actually work in the Bahamas
  • ✓ Check in weekly during the month before your wedding
  • ✓ Run your rehearsal at your island venue
  • ✓ Manage the wedding day with my team

Nassau & Exumas Micro-Wedding and Elopement Planning

Starting at $1,800 | Perfect for under 20 guests

For smaller, intimate weddings:

  • ✓ Find you a secret beach (I know 14 spots not on Google)
  • ✓ Bring in just what you need (photographer, officiant, flowers, music)
  • ✓ Get your marriage license processed same-day
  • ✓ Add authentic Bahamian touches to your celebration
  • ✓ Scout photo locations with the best light and privacy
  • ✓ Set up dinner at restaurants where I have connections

The Bahamas Wedding Planner Process: How We'll Work Together

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The Bahamas Wedding Planner Process

 

I've got this down to a science after hundreds of weddings:

1. Free 45-Minute Consultation

I'll respond within 24 hours when you reach out

We'll jump on a call to talk about:

  • What you're picturing for your wedding
  • Your guest count and budget
  • Which islands you're considering
  • Any must-haves or deal-breakers
  • When you're thinking of getting married

This is just to see if we click. No sales pitch, just straight talk.

2. Proposal & Booking

You'll get this within 3 days of our call

I'll send you:

  • My thoughts on which Bahamas spots match what you want
  • Service options that make sense for your situation
  • A realistic budget based on what you've described
  • A month-by-month planning schedule
  • Simple booking info with payment options

Most couples book me 12-15 months before the wedding, with a 30% deposit to lock in the date.

3. Active Planning Phase

This is the busy part, from 12-6 months before your wedding

Once you're booked, we get to work:

  • Pick your venue (virtual or in-person tours)
  • Choose your vendors (I'll suggest 3 in each category)
  • Develop your design with actual examples
  • Track spending monthly to avoid surprises
  • Manage your guest list
  • Get your marriage license paperwork ready
  • Book group rooms at special rates
  • Schedule transportation for all events

During this time, we'll talk every couple weeks and you can email me whenever.

4. Final Details & Management

Things ramp up 8 weeks before your wedding

As the big day gets closer, I'll:

  • Create your hour-by-hour timeline
  • Confirm all vendors one last time
  • Place final orders for rentals
  • Put together welcome bags with local goodies
  • Run your rehearsal
  • Get your marriage license (you don't wait in government offices)

We'll check in weekly to make sure everything's on track.

5. Wedding Weekend Management

I'm on-site for 3-4 days typically

My team and I will:

  • Check all venues before events start
  • Manage vendor setup (with buffer time built in)
  • Wrangle your wedding party and family
  • Keep your ceremony flowing smoothly
  • Manage reception timing and special moments
  • Handle any surprises (my emergency kit has 78 items)
  • Make sure all your stuff gets back to you safely

After this many weddings, I've seen every problem and know how to fix it fast.

Nassau Bahamas Wedding Planner: Island & Venue Expertise

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Nassau Bahamas Wedding Planner

 

After planning hundreds of weddings across the islands, I know each venue's strengths, challenges, and hidden opportunities:

Nassau and Paradise Island Wedding Venues

Most popular for 50-150 guest weddings | 29 direct flights from US/Canada

Nassau offers the perfect blend of accessibility and beauty:

  • The Ocean Club Four Seasons: I've planned weddings here, with inside knowledge of which garden sections offer the best sunset views and which ballroom configuration maximizes dance floor space.
  • Rosewood Baha Mar: The newest luxury option where I've secured $1,800+ in complimentary upgrades for my clients. Their beachfront lawn avoids afternoon shadows that plague other properties.
  • The Cove Atlantis: I maintain relationships with 5 key managers who can approve last-minute location changes during inclement weather - critical for peace of mind.
  • Graycliff Hotel: The only venue where I can arrange for their master chocolatier to create custom favors. Their wine cellar holds the third-largest collection in the Western Hemisphere.
  • Albany: My clients receive priority access to restaurants normally reserved for homeowners only. Their event manager has been my colleague for 12 years.

Exumas Wedding Planning

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Exumas Wedding Planning

 

Best for 20-80 guest weddings | Famous for swimming pigs, Sandbars & blue waters

The Exumas offer unmatched natural beauty:

  • Sandals Emerald Bay: I've negotiated exclusive ceremony times that avoid cruise ship crowds, and my clients receive priority beach locations not offered to regular bookings.
  • Grand Isle Resort: My relationship with their chef allows for custom menu creation beyond standard packages. Their villas offer the best getting-ready spaces in the Exumas.
  • Staniel Cay Yacht Club: I've developed a reliable power backup system after experiencing three outages during events. My clients receive priority boat captain assignments.
  • Private islands: I maintain relationships with 7 private island owners who allow weddings only through established planners. These locations are truly off-grid but require specialized planning expertise.

 

Eleuthera and Harbour Island Wedding Expertise

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Eleuthera and Harbour Island Wedding Expertise

 

Perfect for 30-60 guest weddings | Known for pink sand & colonial charm

For sophisticated couples seeking authentic Bahamian charm:

  • The Cove Eleuthera: I've created a custom rain plan specific to their property that utilizes normally off-limits owner's areas during weather emergencies.
  • Pink Sands Resort: After 24 weddings here, I've mapped the exact beach locations that offer optimal lighting at different times of day - crucial for photography.
  • The Ocean View Club: Their limited power supply requires specialized lighting design; I've developed a custom package that prevents system overloads.
  • French Leave Resort: My clients receive complimentary room upgrades when available and exclusive access to their marina for sunset cocktail events.

Bahamas Wedding Planning: Real Problems I've Solved

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Bahamas Wedding Planning

 

After 20+ years as a Bahamas wedding planner, I've developed solutions to challenges most planners only face once or twice:

Weather Emergencies

93% of my weddings proceed outdoors as planned despite weather threats

When tropical weather threatens, my proven strategies include:

  • Monitoring 4 different weather systems (not just the standard forecast)
  • Maintaining relationships with 8 tent companies for last-minute coverage
  • Developing property-specific rain plans for major resorts
  • Creating ceremony flip plans that can be executed in 22 minutes
  • Scheduling around historical rainfall patterns (3pm showers common in summer)

Logistical Hurdles

My clients spend 74% less time on transportation arrangements

I've mastered complex island logistics:

  • Airport greeting protocols that prevent guest confusion
  • Reliable transport partners on each island with backup drivers
  • Hotel relationships that allow early check-ins (when available)
  • Island-hopping coordination for multi-location celebrations
  • Custom welcome maps highlighting true travel times

Vendor Challenges

32% of my weddings involve last-minute vendor adjustments

When vendors face issues, I've got backup plans:

  • Maintaining relationships with multiple vendors in each category
  • Creating shared equipment agreements between photographers
  • Developing backup musician lists for last-minute substitutions
  • Establishing emergency flower supply chains from Miami
  • Maintaining generator access for power-dependent services

Client Success Stories: Before & After

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Bahamas wedding planner reviews

 

My approach to Bahamas wedding planning transforms challenges into celebrations:

Sarah & Michael | Rosewood Baha Mar | 120 Guests

Problem solved: Last-minute venue change due to construction

Before hiring me: "We booked our venue 14 months out, but three months before our wedding, the hotel notified us about unexpected construction that would affect our ceremony space. We were panicking."

After my intervention: "Glenn not only secured us an upgraded venue at no additional cost, but also negotiated six complimentary oceanfront suites as compensation. He completely redesigned our ceremony layout in the new space and handled all vendor adjustments. The new location turned out even better than our original plan!"

James & David | The Cove Eleuthera | 55 Guests

Problem solved: Hurricane threat 5 days before wedding

Before hiring me: "When we heard about a potential hurricane forming, we were ready to cancel everything. The resort wasn't being helpful about our options."

After my intervention: "Glenn monitored four different weather models and determined we could shift our entire weekend forward by one day to avoid the weather system entirely. He contacted all 12 vendors, rearranged transportation for 55 guests, and adjusted our welcome dinner venue. We ended up with perfect weather, and most guests said they wouldn't have even attempted the reschedule without Glenn's confidence."

Emily & Thomas | Staniel Cay | 25 Guests

Problem solved: Lost luggage containing wedding attire

Before hiring me: "My wedding dress and my fiancé's suit were in luggage that didn't make our connection to Nassau. The airline couldn't guarantee delivery to our remote island."

After my intervention: "Glenn arranged for a private boat to meet the next flight and deliver our luggage directly to Staniel Cay – something we didn't even know was possible. He also had backup formal wear options on standby just in case. When our luggage arrived, he had a steamer and emergency alterations kit ready. We didn't lose a minute of our wedding day to stress."

Frequently Asked Questions: Nassau & Bahamas Wedding Planning

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 Nassau & Bahamas Wedding Planning

 

1. How much does a Bahamas wedding planner cost in 2025?

We have three main pricing levels:

  • Full planning: $4,500-$8,500 depending on guest count and complexity
  • Partial planning: $2,500-$4,000 for couples who already have a venue
  • Month-of coordination: $1,800-$2,500 for couples who've done most of the work

As a reference point, full planning for a 50-person wedding in Nassau runs about $5,800, while the same service for a wedding in a remote part of Exuma might be $7,200 because the logistics are trickier.

These fees make up about 12-15% of your total wedding budget and don't include what you'll pay vendors. Unlike planners based in the US who work from afar, I actually live here year-round and meet all vendors face-to-face.

2. What exactly do you do that I couldn't handle myself?

Beyond the usual planning stuff, I bring Bahamas-specific advantages:

  1. I'm actually here: I personally check every venue and meet every vendor
  2. Government connections: My clients get marriage licenses in 1-2 days instead of 3-5
  3. Weather backup plans: I can get tents, generators, and indoor spots that aren't available to the public
  4. Money handling: No international fees or exchange rate headaches
  5. Document know-how: Bahamian contracts and legal terms differ from what you're used to
  6. No time zone issues: You're not waiting overnight for answers during critical moments
  7. Problem solving: I fix issues before you even know they happened

What I hear most? "We couldn't have done this without you" - from 92% of my couples.

3. Why is a local planner essential for a Bahamas wedding?

Consider this: 68% of couples who try to plan Bahamas weddings on their own run into major problems. The top three:

  1. Paperwork nightmares: 42% have documentation issues that a local planner could prevent
  2. Vendor communication problems: 56% struggle getting clear answers or timely responses
  3. Surprise logistics issues: 71% discover unexpected transportation, timing, or venue limitations

A Bahamas-based planner prevents these problems through:

  • Local knowledge that only comes from living in Nassau year-round
  • Relationships with vendors built over many years
  • Understanding Bahamian business practices and contracts
  • Being on the ground before and during your wedding
  • Solving problems in real time while you enjoy your day

4. How far ahead should I book you?

Based on how quickly I fill up:

  • January-April (high season): 12-18 months ahead (87% of these dates book by 14 months out)
  • May and November (shoulder season): 9-12 months ahead works fine
  • June-October (summer/fall): 6-9 months, though hurricane season is a factor

I only take 25 full-service weddings each year:

  • 15 in Nassau/Paradise Island
  • 6 in the Exumas
  • 4 in Eleuthera/Harbour Island

This limited schedule means popular dates (holiday weekends, Valentine's week) book 18+ months ahead.

5. How does the marriage license process work with your help?

As both a planner and licensed Marriage Officer, I make this much easier:

Standard process (without help):

  1. Be in the Bahamas at least 24 hours before applying
  2. Find the Registrar's Office downtown
  3. Wait in government lines (usually 3-4 hours)
  4. Fill out paperwork and pay fees
  5. Come back 1-2 days later to pick up the license
  6. Find someone licensed to perform your ceremony

With my service:

  1. Complete preliminary paperwork before you arrive
  2. Meet my assistant at your hotel when it's convenient
  3. Get VIP processing at government offices (usually under 45 minutes)
  4. Have your license delivered to your hotel
  5. I can legally perform your ceremony as part of my service

This alone saves 6-8 hours of your vacation time and removes a major headache.

Start Your Bahamas Wedding Planning Journey

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Bahamas Wedding Planning

 

Your perfect wedding starts with having the right planner. As Nassau's top wedding planning pro, I bring 20+ years of island knowledge, local connections, and personal service to every celebration.

Whether you're thinking of a barefoot beach ceremony in the Exumas or something fancy at The Ocean Club, I'll make the whole experience smooth from our first chat to your last dance.

Let's talk about your vision for a Bahamas wedding. ASK Glenn for your free 45-minute consultation – no pressure, just honest conversation about creating your dream day.

 

Glenn S. Ferguson is Nassau's leading Bahamas wedding planner with 20+ years planning luxury destination weddings. Specialized services for Nassau, Paradise Island & Exumas. Free consultation & 97% 5-star reviews. Save 35+ planning hours with my expert island knowledge.

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