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.

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.

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

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.