The Other Side Harbour Island
Pink Sand Beach · Eco-Luxury · Sustainable Celebrations · Bahamas
Planned by Glenn Ferguson • Licensed Marriage Officer • WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner • 24+ Years Experience
Experience intimate eco-luxury at The Other Side Harbour Island
Expert Eco-Luxury Wedding Planning
Glenn Ferguson is Harbour Island's specialist wedding planner for The Other Side, with 24+ years coordinating intimate pink sand beach weddings. As a Licensed Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified planner, Glenn handles every detail of your sustainable celebration from legal paperwork to eco-friendly vendor coordination.
Pink Sand Beach Ceremony Expert
Glenn coordinates exclusive pink sand beach ceremonies with expertise in tide timing, optimal lighting for the coral-tinted sand, beach permits, and sustainable setup. He ensures your ceremony captures the pink hue at its most vibrant.
Eco-Luxury Wedding Specialist
Glenn specializes in sustainable celebrations at this solar-powered resort, coordinating eco-conscious vendors, organic farm-to-table catering, locally-sourced florals, and zero-waste practices while maintaining luxury standards.
Intimate Celebration Focus
With 24+ years planning intimate weddings (10-40 guests), Glenn excels at personalized attention impossible at large resorts. Every couple receives dedicated focus, creating authentic experiences versus impersonal productions.
Licensed Marriage Officer
As a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer, Glenn handles marriage license applications, legal documentation, ceremony officiation, and certificate processing—your complete legal solution in one trusted professional.
Harbour Island Logistics Coordinator
Glenn manages complex island logistics: Nassau flight coordination, North Eleuthera connections, water taxi scheduling, golf cart rentals for guests, and navigation of Harbour Island's car-free environment.
Established Island Vendor Network
Glenn's 24+ years of Harbour Island relationships provide access to the best sustainable vendors: local photographers who know the pink sand lighting, island florists, authentic Bahamian musicians, and eco-conscious caterers.
Glenn Ferguson: Your The Other Side Wedding Specialist
As Harbour Island's expert wedding planner for The Other Side, Glenn combines 24+ years of island experience with legal authority as Licensed Marriage Officer. From pink sand ceremonies to eco-vendor coordination, Glenn handles every detail of your intimate sustainable celebration.
The Other Side Wedding FAQs
What makes The Other Side different from other Bahamas wedding venues?
The Other Side is an eco-luxury boutique resort on Harbour Island's pink sand beach featuring sustainable design (solar power, rainwater harvesting, locally-sourced materials), intimate capacity (10-40 guests maximum), complete privacy and exclusivity, rustic-chic authentic Bahamian charm, and farm-to-table organic dining. Unlike large commercial resorts, The Other Side offers a genuine, low-impact, personalized island wedding experience for couples seeking sustainable luxury and authentic connections.
Can we have a pink sand beach ceremony at The Other Side?
Yes. The Other Side has exclusive access to Harbour Island's world-famous pink sand beach for intimate ceremonies with complete privacy. The unique pink hue comes from microscopic coral insects (foraminifera) creating a magical rosy-tinted backdrop for sunset ceremonies and photography. Glenn coordinates all beach setup including natural driftwood arbors, locally-sourced florals, and sustainable decor that complements the pink sand's natural beauty.
Is The Other Side suitable for eco-conscious couples?
Absolutely. The Other Side is purpose-built as an eco-luxury resort with comprehensive sustainable practices: solar power provides 100% of electricity, rainwater harvesting for all water needs, locally-sourced building materials minimize carbon footprint, organic gardens supply fresh produce, composting and waste reduction programs, low-impact design preserves natural landscape, and partnerships with local Harbour Island vendors. Perfect for green weddings that prioritize environmental responsibility without compromising on luxury, comfort, or sophistication.
How many guests can The Other Side accommodate?
The Other Side is designed for intimate celebrations accommodating 10-40 guests maximum. The boutique resort has limited guest rooms ensuring exclusivity and personalized attention. The pink sand beach ceremony area comfortably holds 20-40 guests, while the resort's open-air dining pavilion accommodates 30-40 for receptions. This intimate capacity is intentional, creating a genuine island wedding experience versus the impersonal feeling of large resort weddings. Perfect for couples prioritizing quality time with close friends and family.
How do we get to The Other Side on Harbour Island?
Harbour Island is accessible via a short flight from Nassau to North Eleuthera (25 minutes), followed by a 10-minute water taxi to Harbour Island. From the Harbour Island dock, The Other Side is a 5-minute golf cart ride (Harbour Island has no cars). Glenn coordinates all transportation logistics including flight recommendations, water taxi arrangements, and golf cart rentals for you and your guests. Many couples fly into Nassau, spend time in Nassau, then travel to Harbour Island for their intimate wedding celebration. Learn more about Harbour Island weddings.
What is the pink sand beach and why is it pink?
Harbour Island's pink sand beach is one of the world's most famous beaches, stretching 3 miles along the island's eastern shore. The sand gets its unique rosy-pink color from tiny microscopic coral insects called foraminifera with bright pink or red shells. When these organisms die, their shells wash ashore and mix with white sand, creating the stunning pink hue. The color is most vibrant at sunrise and sunset, making these ideal times for beach ceremonies and photography. Glenn times your ceremony to capture the pink sand at its most beautiful.
Can Glenn coordinate eco-friendly vendors for our The Other Side wedding?
Yes. Glenn has established relationships with Harbour Island's sustainable, locally-focused vendors including photographers specializing in natural light beach photography, florists using locally-grown tropical flowers and beach-gathered elements (no imported flowers), musicians playing traditional Bahamian rake-and-scrape music, caterers sourcing from island fishermen and farmers, and eco-conscious hair/makeup artists using natural products. All vendors understand The Other Side's sustainability ethos and work within eco-friendly practices while delivering exceptional quality.
What dining options are available at The Other Side?
The Other Side offers exceptional farm-to-table dining with ingredients from the resort's organic gardens, Harbour Island fishermen, and local Bahamian producers. Wedding menus feature fresh seafood (lobster, conch, grouper), tropical fruits and vegetables from the property's gardens, authentic Bahamian cuisine with modern presentation, customized menus accommodating dietary preferences, beachfront reception dinners under the stars, and intimate chef's table experiences. All dining emphasizes sustainable sourcing, minimal waste, and celebrating authentic island flavors versus imported ingredients.
Work with Harbour Island's #1 Wedding Planner
Glenn Ferguson is THE specialist for The Other Side weddings. As the only Licensed Marriage Officer who also plans intimate eco-luxury Harbour Island celebrations, Glenn provides complete service from legal paperwork to pink sand ceremony coordination—eliminating the need for multiple vendors.
How far in advance should we book The Other Side for our wedding?
For peak season (December through April), book 12-18 months in advance as The Other Side intentionally limits wedding bookings to maintain exclusivity and eco-impact. For off-season (May through November), 8-12 months is recommended. However, Glenn has coordinated last-minute The Other Side weddings with 2-3 months notice depending on date flexibility. The boutique nature of the resort means fewer wedding dates are available than large resorts, so early booking is advised for preferred dates.
What accommodations are available at The Other Side?
The Other Side offers rustic-chic cottages and bungalows with coastal elegance, open-air design for natural ventilation, locally-crafted furniture and decor, private outdoor showers, ocean or garden views, and eco-luxury amenities (organic toiletries, solar power, rainwater showers). The intimate number of rooms (approximately 10-15) ensures your wedding guests can enjoy the entire resort exclusively or semi-exclusively. Glenn coordinates room blocks with preferred rates and helps arrange additional accommodations at nearby Harbour Island properties if needed for larger guest counts.
Can we customize sustainable decor at The Other Side?
Absolutely. The Other Side's natural beauty provides a stunning foundation requiring minimal decoration. Customization options include locally-sourced tropical florals from Harbour Island growers, driftwood and beach-gathered natural elements for arbors and centerpieces, handmade lanterns and candlelight for evening ambiance, locally-woven textiles and linens, organic cotton and linen fabrics, and repurposed or biodegradable materials. Glenn works with eco-conscious designers who create beautiful, sustainable decor that enhances The Other Side's rustic-chic aesthetic without introducing synthetic or non-biodegradable elements.
Is The Other Side good for elopements and micro-weddings?
Perfect. The Other Side specializes in elopements and micro-weddings (2-20 guests) with intimate pink sand beach ceremonies, private chef dinners for small groups, exclusive resort access for tiny weddings, and personalized attention impossible at larger venues. The sustainable, boutique nature creates a romantic, authentic atmosphere ideal for couples wanting meaningful, low-key celebrations focused on their commitment versus big productions. View intimate wedding packages.
What makes Harbour Island special compared to other Bahamas islands?
Harbour Island is unique for its pink sand beaches (one of few in the world), charming Dunmore Town with pastel colonial buildings and boutique shops, no cars (only golf carts and bicycles), authentic Bahamian culture versus touristy resorts, upscale but laid-back atmosphere, exceptional restaurants and cafes, world-class diving and snorkeling, and intimate size (3.5 miles long). Often called "Briland" by locals, it's Bahamas' most sophisticated yet authentic island perfect for couples seeking genuine island experiences versus commercialized tourism.
Who should I call to plan a wedding at The Other Side Harbour Island?
Call Glenn Ferguson at +1 (242) 395-8495 or WhatsApp +1 (242) 395-8495. Glenn is a Licensed Bahamas Marriage Officer and WPIC-Certified Wedding Planner specializing in intimate Harbour Island weddings. With 24+ years of Bahamas experience, deep knowledge of The Other Side's eco-luxury offerings, established relationships with sustainable island vendors, and expertise coordinating logistics for the pink sand beach and boutique resort environment, Glenn ensures your eco-conscious celebration is flawlessly executed and authentically Bahamian. Learn more about Glenn Ferguson.
How do we get started planning our The Other Side wedding?
Begin with a complimentary consultation where Glenn will discuss your vision for an intimate, sustainable celebration, review The Other Side's eco-luxury venues and pink sand beach ceremony options, explain sustainable vendor coordination, provide Harbour Island travel logistics guidance, and create a customized proposal. Schedule your consultation by calling +1 (242) 395-8495, messaging on WhatsApp, or submitting details through the consultation request form.
Trust Glenn Ferguson for Your The Other Side Wedding
Glenn is Harbour Island's specialist wedding planner for The Other Side with 24+ years coordinating intimate pink sand beach weddings. As a Licensed Marriage Officer, he handles planning AND legal services—your complete solution. From sustainable vendor coordination to complex island logistics, Glenn ensures flawless execution of your eco-luxury celebration.
Schedule Free Consultation with GlennCall Glenn directly: +1 (242) 395-8495
Available 7 days a week for Harbour Island weddings
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