BRITTANY | Intimate + Exploratory Curaçao Destination Wedding!
Our 1st Curacao destination wedding DESTIBRIDE interview!
“yep! absolutely! I sure did!”
*Photos courtesy of Dishan Rhodes Photography
EPISODE 52
How Brittany Planned Her Destination Wedding in Willemstad, Curaçao!
Okay so I’ve said it before but….
I LOVE IT when I get to interview DESTIBRIDES who are a part of the DESTILOVERS Community! There’s nothing - and I mean nothing - like working with a beautiful bride along her destination wedding planning journey, hearing how much the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings show has been helpful for them AND THEN experiencing their excitement and seeing that big smile appear when it’s finally their turn to share the wealth of advice and their personal experience to help those coming up behind them.
This interview with DESTIBRIDE Brittany was so insightful and informative - I even learned some things that I’ll be carrying with me in my DESTICoaching sessions! I’m so grateful for the interview I’m about to share with you all - which includes a cameo from Brittany’s DESTIGROOM husband, CJ who shared some tips and advice as well!
Annnd I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕Their proposal story
💕Why they decided to have a destination wedding
💕Choosing their destination wedding date
💕Planning and saving money TOGETHER
💕Pushing through and planning their destination wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic
💕How they chose their destination wedding venue
💕How they picked their destination wedding vendors - photographer, DJ, etc.
💕 An unexpected destination wedding welcome bags tip!
💕 Planning a great excursion to welcome guests + explore the island’s culture!
💕Her Dreams Curaçao Wedding Department Review
💕and so much more!
Soooo…how do you plan a destination wedding
in Willemstad, Curaçao?
Click Play and find out how Brittany planned her destination wedding
at Dreams Curaçao Resort, Casino, and Spa in Willemstad, Curaçao!
Enjoy!
WATCH BRITTANY’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
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THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTICOUPLE: Brittany + Cedric “CJ” Singletary
Destination Wedding Date: June 5, 2021
City & Country: Willemstad, Curaçao
Venue: Dreams Curaçao Resort, Casino, and Spa
The Gazebo (Ceremony) and Barefoot Grille (Reception)
Wedding Budget: $15,000
Number of Guests: 19
Bridal Party: NONE!
THE SINGLETARYS
Engagement Length: 18 Months
Age: Bride, 33 / Groom, 35
Occupations: Bride, HR Generalist / Groom, Computer Consultant
Hometown: Stafford, VA
(Relocated to Augusta, GA in the middle of the pandemic)
THE PROPOSAL
Fun Fact: CJ planned a surprise proposal! Here’s their story…
The day was December 20, 2019 and it was one of the happiest days of our lives, because…WE JUST CLOSED ON OUR FIRST HOME! After several hours and countless documents that needed to be signed, we were finished. We were hanging out in the parking lot with our Realtors (@TondaBookerSells) and the previous homeowner. I was on the phone and I saw CJ speaking with our Realtors (Husband-and-Wife Tag Team) then quickly turned around and got on one knee and proposed!”
THE BRIDE
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridals
Bride’s Shoes: Betsy Johnson
Bride’s Jewelry: Maria Elena
Hair & Makeup: Tosha (@ATotSalon) + Jael (@brighteyes_bushyhair)
#IMADESTI
DESTIBRIDE FUN FACTS:
Favorite DESTI Episode: Love them All!! You learn so much from each episode. No one episode is like the other!
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Cocktail: Prosecco
Book Recommendation: I Am These Truths by Sunny Hostin
Follow her on Instagram @cin.cin.brittany @amoremcmxxi
THE GROOM
Groom’s Attire: Bespokuture
Groom’s Shoes: Bespokuture
Groom’s Accessories: Bespokuture
THE WEDDING
Planning: Ursula Dorthea @ Resort
Styling & Decor: Brittany + Resort
Photography: Dishan Rhodes (@DishanRhodesPhotography)
Videographer: Resort
Florals: Brittany + Resort
Cake + Catering: Resort
DJ: Resort (compliments to Stephanie @stephie_rocs for creating a dope playlist)
Paper Invitations + Details: We did save the dates..and that was it!
Wedding Website: Zola (see it here)
THE GOOD STUFF
(aka wedding package info)Which wedding package did you choose?
We chose the Dreams Ultimate Wedding Package.Any package customizations?
Of course, we customized LOL we had both the Steelband for the cocktail hour and the DJ for the reception – that was well worth paying the additional, no one wants to hear recycled music! LOL
THE EXCURSION
Etsy Vendors:
@PreppingParties,
@HigginsCreek6
@EscortTags
@RuweDesigns
@UnmeasuredEvent
@LetterwoodCo.
LINKS MENTIONED:
* = affiliate link
Omi’s Favorites: Amazon*
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: AppyCouple*
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY!
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTIFACT:
The DESTILOVERS Community Archive has hours and hours of replays, secret episodes, that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s your destination wedding’s dream come true!
TO EVERY SINGLE MEMBER OF THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY:
THANK YOU - FOR MAKING THIS SHOW WHAT IT IS!
I’m SOOO happy to finally have a place where all of my Desti Bridefriends can meet and discuss All Things Desti!
The DESTILOVERS Community is an extension of the show and is your safe space for sharing and collaboration while planning your destination wedding! Here’s what you can also look forward to:
DESTIHOUR LIVE Q+A’s! | Episode Discussions! | BRIDEFRIEND BRUNCH Connection Calls | Destination Wedding Topic Deep-dives! (w/ hours and hours of replays!) |
Secret Episodes | Special Guests! | Giveaways! | And More!
*While the main hub is in a Facebook Group, all Non-Facebookers have access to a secret portal (The DESTILOVERS Archive) to enjoy all events and festivities too!
This space is whatever you Bridefriends make it! And where I get my inspiration for the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
Bridefriends truly are the BEST friends👯♀️
xx, Omi
Thank You Brittany (and CJ)!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
in beautiful Willemstad, Curaçao!
We wish you both allll the love + positivity you can handle!
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
SHAR | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
How Shar planned her romantic and intimate private villa destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico…our 1st villa DESTIBRIDE!
“You only get one life - let’s live it to the fullest, let’s do what our heart desires...and figure everything out as you go!”
Photos courtesy of CCphotoloscabos
EPISODE 46
How Shar Planned Her Destination Wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico!
This interview with DESTIBRIDE Shar was LIKE NO OTHER because she and her husband Deji’s destination wedding was at a beautiful private villa in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico!!!! Something I love about Shar (other than her GORGEOUS skin) is that she was a great mix of laid-back and serious when it came to her destination wedding planning. This Villa La Roca destination wedding was sooo amazing and Shar shared all the deets so you already know - I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕 How they met
💕 A dreamy surprise proposal in Paris!
💕 Why they decided to have a destination wedding
💕 Dealing with family when deciding to “go destination”
💕Planning and saving money TOGETHER
💕How they chose their destination wedding venue
💕How they picked their destination wedding vendors - makeup, photographer, etc.
💕 Setting boundaries
💕Her Villa La Roca Wedding Review
💕and so much more!
Soooo…how do you plan a destination wedding
in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico?
Click Play and find out how Shar planned her destination wedding
at Villa La Roca in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico!
Enjoy!
WATCH SHAR’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
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THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: APPYCOUPLE
DestiCouple: Shar + Deji Olasimbo
Destination Wedding Date: May 20, 2018
City & Country: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Venue: Villa La Roca
Host Resorts: Riu Santa Fe (affordable option) The Cape (luxury option)
Wedding Budget: $20,000
Number of Guests: 75
Bridal Party: None
THE OLASIMBOS
Engagement Length: 17 Months
Age: Bride, 29 / Groom, 39
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
THE STORY
We originally wanted to elope but after a ton of pushback from our parents, we decided on a closer destination so that we can have everyone there. We had no bridal party (best decision ever) and the day literally went perfect!
xx, DESTIBRIDE SHAR
THE PROPOSAL
Fun Fact: Deji planned a surprise proposal in Paris and Shar posted a video all about it on her YouTube channel!
THE BRIDE
Bride’s Dress: Vivienne Atelier
Bride’s Shoes: Nordstrom
Bride’s Jewelry: Macy’s
Hair: @hairgoalsby_lo
Makeup: Bride
#IMADESTI
DESTIBRIDE FUN FACTS:
Favorite DESTI Episode: Desti Porsha [Episode 14]
Favorite Cocktail: Cali Girl Margarita
Shar’s Travel Company: Brown Girls Trippin
Shar’s YouTube Channel: SharDavisXo
Follow her on Instagram @shardavisxo
THE GROOM
Groom’s Attire: Maison Valentino
#DESTIGROOM FUN FACT:
Favorite Cocktail: Southern Gentlemen Old Fashioned
THE WEDDING
Planning: Yadira @ Villa La Roca
Styling & decor: Yadira @ Villa La Roca
Photography: CCphotoloscabos
Videography: Celestus Weddings
Paper Invitations + Details: Evite
Wedding Video courtesy of Celestus Weddings
LINKS MENTIONED:
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: Appy Couple
The Olasimbo’s post-wedding resort: - Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa (Formerly Cabo Villas Resort)
Shar’s favorite DESTIBRIDE Episode: Desti Porsha [Episode 14]
Shar’s Travel Company: Brown Girls Trippin
Shar’s YouTube Channel: SharDavisXo
Follow her on Instagram @shardavisxo
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: APPY COUPLE
DESTIFACT:
We used Appy Couple for our wedding and there’s a complete walkthrough in the DESTILOVERS Community!
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER
APPYCOUPLE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
APPY COUPLE is a modern wedding website and interactive app that practically builds itself and lets you manage and share important details of your destination wedding with ease and style. And let’s be honest, Desti weddings require more care and details and Appy Couple is the perfect choice if you want to Invite and Impress!
SEE MY APPY COUPLE WEBSITE!
I GAVE A COMPLETE WALKTHROUGH OF MY WEDDING WEBSITE (with tips of course!)IN A RECENT DESTIHOUR in the DESTILOVERS Community too!
find out more information about my favorite wedding website + app for destination weddings and let me know if you have any questions!
xx, Omi
Thank You Shar!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico!
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
NICOLE PT. 2: The Wedding Weekend | Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
We're getting into the nitty-gritty of Nicole + Eric's destination wedding weekend! ✨Nicole shared it all Bridefriends + This is Part 2!
“When I stopped worrying about everybody else and started truly enjoying the moment…I was truly at peace.”
*Photos courtesy of Junior Cruz Weddings
EPISODE 42
DAY-BY-DAY:
Inside Nicole's Destination Wedding Weekend!
True story:
DESTIBRIDE Nicole + her husband Eric planned 2 (yes TWO) destination weddings - in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic! And their wedding planning journey was quite eventful to say the least... 👏🏾but 👏🏾look 👏🏾at 👏🏾that 👏🏾end 👏🏾result! 🙌🏾
This gorgeous couple experienced so much - that we had to make Nicole’s interview a 2-parter. I needed to make sure you and your Bridefriends could reeeallllly take in all this destination wedding planning gold.
SO THAT’S RIGHT - IT’S A TWO-PART INTERVIEW!
AND THIS IS PART 2!
So go grab your cutesy notebook + pretty pen, because Part 1: How Nicole Planned (and moved) Her Destination Wedding from St. Lucia to the Dominican Republic! laid out the background for us…but on this week's episode of the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings, we're getting into the nitty-gritty of Nicole + Eric's destination wedding weekend!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕 Packing tips (what's in those bags + trunks?)
💕 Traveling tips (how did they get everything to their destination?)
💕 Deciding to host a pre-wedding boat party (good or bad idea?)
💕 Their Rehearsal Dinner experience @ the resort
💕 Details on the most gorgeous-est destination wedding that I’ve seen
💕 Day after wedding photoshoot (you gotta hear this story!)
💕 Their luxurious tropical St. Lucia honeymoon...
💕and so much more!
Nicole shared it all Bridefriends! And I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Soooo…how did Nicole and Eric’s destination wedding
weekend in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic really go?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
WATCH NICOLE’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
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THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTICOUPLE: Nicole + Eric Pittman
Destination Wedding Date: June 18, 2021
City & Country: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Venue: Jellyfish Restaurant
Host Resort: Royalton Bávaro Resort & Spa
Wedding Budget: $13,000
(DESTINOTE: My husband said $10,000 but mentally I prepared for no more than $15,000)
Number of Guests: 42
Bridal Party: 5 Bridesmaids + 6 Groomsmen
You can get the rest of Nicole + Eric’s destination wedding details, photos, and alllll the other goodies in Part 1’s Show Notes.
DETAILS!
All details + a photo gallery of Nicole’s wedding are waiting for you in Part 1’s Show Notes!
LINKS MENTIONED:
* = affiliate link
St. Lucia Honeymoon Location: Ladera
Sterilite Trunks Nicole Traveled w/: Amazon* | Walmart*
Alternative Trunk /omi mentioned: The Container Store
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: AppyCouple*
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY!
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTIFACT:
The DESTILOVERS Community Archive has hours and hours of replays, secret episodes, that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s your destination wedding’s dream come true!
TO EVERY SINGLE MEMBER OF THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY:
THANK YOU - FOR MAKING THIS SHOW WHAT IT IS!
I’m SOOO happy to finally have a place where all of my Desti Bridefriends can meet and discuss All Things Desti!
The DESTILOVERS Community is an extension of the show and is your safe space for sharing and collaboration while planning your destination wedding! Here’s what you can also look forward to:
DESTIHOUR LIVE Q+A’s! | Episode Discussions! | BRIDEFRIEND BRUNCH Connection Calls | Destination Wedding Topic Deep-dives! (w/ hours and hours of replays!) |
Secret Episodes | Special Guests! | Giveaways! | And More!
*While the main hub is in a Facebook Group, all Non-Facebookers have access to a secret portal (The DESTILOVERS Archive) to enjoy all events and festivities too!
This space is whatever you Bridefriends make it! And where I get my inspiration for the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
Bridefriends truly are the BEST friends👯♀️
xx, Omi
Thank You Nicole!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
in beautiful Punta Cana, Dominican Republic!
We wish you + your beautiful family the absolute BEST!
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
NICOLE | St. Lucia to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
How Nicole planned 2 destination weddings - first in St. Lucia before being forced to move to the Dominican Republic - thanks to the pandemic! You gotta hear this story!
“When I stopped worrying about everybody else and started truly enjoying the moment…I was truly at peace.”
*Photos courtesy of Junior Cruz Weddings
EPISODE 41
How Nicole Planned (and moved) Her Destination Wedding from
St. Lucia to the Dominican Republic!
I LOVE IT when I get to interview DESTIBRIDES who are a part of the DESTILOVERS Community! There’s nothing - and I mean nothing - like working with a beautiful bride along her destination wedding planning journey, hearing how much the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings show has been helpful for them AND THEN experiencing their excitement and seeing that big smile appear when it’s finally their turn to share the wealth of advice and their personal experience to help those coming up behind them.
This interview with DESTIBRIDE Nicole was all of that and more! Nicole and her husband brought 42 guests to celebrate their loving union at the Jellyfish Restaurant in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (right smack in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic) but not before much drama - including relocation from St. Lucia. The amount of destination wedding planning tips that Nicole shares is so unbelievable that I had to split it into 2 parts Bridefriends!
THAT’S RIGHT - A TWO-PART INTERVIEW!
and I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕Their proposal story
💕Why they decided to have a destination wedding
💕Choosing their destination wedding date
💕Planning and saving money TOGETHER
💕Postponing their wedding due to the COVID-19 pandemic
and then ultimately moving their wedding from St. Lucia to the Dominican Republic
💕 Planning their small intimate ceremony at home
💕How they chose their destination wedding venue
💕How they picked their destination wedding vendors - makeup, photographer, etc.
💕 An unexpected destination wedding luggage fees tip!
💕Her Jellyfish Restaurant Wedding Review
💕and so much more!
Soooo…how do you plan a destination wedding
in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic?
Click Play and find out how Nicole planned her destination wedding
at Jellyfish Restaurant in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic!
Enjoy!
WATCH NICOLE’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Stitcher | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube
THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTICOUPLE: Nicole + Eric Pittman
Destination Wedding Date: June 18, 2021
City & Country: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Venue: Jellyfish Restaurant
Host Resort: Royalton Bavaro
Wedding Budget: $13,000
(DESTINOTE: My husband said $10,000 but mentally I prepared for no more than $15,000)
Number of Guests: 42
Bridal Party: 5 Bridesmaids + 6 Groomsmen
THE PITTMANS
Age: Bride, 36 / Groom, 38
Occupations: Bride Registered Nurse / Groom Engineer
Hometown: North Carolina
(Bride from Scotland Neck NC, Groom from Greensboro NC)
THE PROPOSAL
Fun Fact: Eric planned a surprise proposal in Egypt! Here’s their story…
“Our proposal took place in front of The Great Sphinx of Giza, with the Great Pyramid in the background while on vacation in Egypt. Egypt had been on the top of Eric's bucket list for quite some time. We both had seen so many beautiful pictures taken in front of The Sphinx, that we wanted to take some great ones as well to add to our collection. One, in particular, was a photo that appeared as if you were "kissing" The Sphinx. It required you to face The Sphinx and pucker up!! The photographer positioned the camera to appear that the two were sharing a kiss even though you were nowhere near the statue. Nicole attempted to master the picture, let’s just say when she opened her eyes to see how the picture turned out, it was not what she expected. Behind her, Eric was on one knee with a ring. We may be biased, but that was hands down the most amazing proposal ever.”
THE VIDEO
The proposal video will drop soon so stay tuned !
THE BRIDE
Bride’s Dress: stay tuned!
Bride’s Shoes: Betsey Johnson
(DESTINOTE: however they never made it to my feet for the ceremony lol)
Bride’s Jewelry: Ali Express + Amazon for all ceremony Jewelry; SuReina Bridal for reception headpiece
Hair + Makeup: Jasmin Abad Brito
#IMADESTI
DESTIBRIDE FUN FACTS:
Favorite DESTI Episode: All Episodes with Sarah Kline!!!!!!! She is amazing and made me realize how much my TA sucked!!
Favorite Color: Red
Favorite Cocktail: Sex on the beach
Follow her on Instagram @hawt_rn
THE GROOM
Groom’s Attire: stay tuned!
Groom’s Accessories: stay tuned!
THE BRIDAL PARTY
Bridesmaids’ Attire: Etsy - Divine Bridal Shop
Groomsmen’s Attire: Black Tux
Bouquets and Boutonnières: Etsy - Darlas Blooms
THE WEDDING
Planning: Janelkis Garrido and Gianna Paola
Styling & decor: Gianna Paola
Photography: Junior Cruz Weddings
Videographer: Palmpalm ( Previously Weddingroll Cinematography & Photography)
Florals: Ceremony + Reception flowers were provided by Jellyfish Restaurant. Bouquet + boutonnières were purchased from Darlas Blooms on Etsy
Cake + Catering: Jellyfish Restaurant
DJ: supplied by Jellyfish Restaurant
MORE WEDDING DETAILS
Paper Invitations + Details:
Round Menu Cards, Custom Monogram for Welcome Sign and Ring Box, Seating Arrangement Signs, Guestbook Sign, Table Numbers Sign, Decal SVG for Welcome Cups - Amy with PaperTales Customs
Program Fans - Zazzle
Welcome Letter for cups - Etsy
Wedding Website: Zola (see it here)
DESTINOTE: We ended up making a wedding Facebook page and communicated on that way more
Etsy Vendors:
Divine Bridal Shop- Bridesmaid dresses
Darlas Blooms- Bouquets and Boutonnières
Bella Blossom Shop - Bridesmaids Personalized Boxes for Day-of Jewelry
Simply Mai - Wedding Hanger
2b1Wedding - Acrylic Heart Guestbook
Rawkrft - Cake Topper
Gibb Daan- Personalized Cake Cutter Set
Line Ave Calligraphy - Flat Lay Stationery Items
Mod Party - Getting Ready Robe
LINKS MENTIONED:
* = affiliate link
Sterilite Trunks Nicole Traveled w/: Amazon* | Walmart*
Alternative Trunk | Omi mentioned: The Container Store
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: AppyCouple*
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY!
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
DESTIFACT:
The DESTILOVERS Community Archive has hours and hours of replays, secret episodes, that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s your destination wedding’s dream come true!
TO EVERY SINGLE MEMBER OF THE DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY:
THANK YOU - FOR MAKING THIS SHOW WHAT IT IS!
I’m SOOO happy to finally have a place where all of my Desti Bridefriends can meet and discuss All Things Desti!
The DESTILOVERS Community is an extension of the show and is your safe space for sharing and collaboration while planning your destination wedding! Here’s what you can also look forward to:
DESTIHOUR LIVE Q+A’s! | Episode Discussions! | BRIDEFRIEND BRUNCH Connection Calls | Destination Wedding Topic Deep-dives! (w/ hours and hours of replays!) |
Secret Episodes | Special Guests! | Giveaways! | And More!
*While the main hub is in a Facebook Group, all Non-Facebookers have access to a secret portal (The DESTILOVERS Archive) to enjoy all events and festivities too!
This space is whatever you Bridefriends make it! And where I get my inspiration for the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
Bridefriends truly are the BEST friends👯♀️
xx, Omi
Thank You Nicole!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
in beautiful Punta Cana, Dominican Republic!
We wish you + your beautiful family the absolute BEST!
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
TASHIMA | Playa del Carmen, Mexico
How Tashima planned her 45 guest, pretty, panic-free, pandemic destination wedding at The Fives Azul Beach Hotel in Playa del Carmen, Mexico! (Try saying that 5 times fast!)
“My wedding was gonna happen, even if it was just him and I...”
*Photos courtesy of Sotero Cancino Photography
EPISODE 40
How Tashima Planned Her Destination Wedding in Playa del Carmen, Mexico!
This interview with DESTIBRIDE Laura was MAGICAL! Laura and her husband brought 58 guests to celebrate their loving union at the The Fives Azul Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico a and she tells us alll about their destination wedding planning journey! Laura shared so many destination wedding planning tips with us and I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕How they met
💕Why they decided to have a destination wedding
💕Choosing their destination wedding date
💕Planning and saving money TOGETHER
💕How they chose their destination wedding venue
💕How they picked their destination wedding vendors - makeup, photographer, etc.
💕 An unexpected destination wedding beauty tip!
💕Her The Fives Azul Beach Resort Wedding Review
💕and so much more!
Soooo…how do you plan a destination wedding
in Playa del Carmen, Mexico?
Click Play and find out how Tashima planned her destination wedding
at The Fives Azul Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico!
Enjoy!
WATCH TASHIMA’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
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THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL
DestiCouple: Tashima + Mark Haley
Destination Wedding Date: October 23, 2020
City & Country: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Venue: The Fives Azul Beach Resort (Skydeck)
Wedding Budget: $11,000
Number of Guests: 45
Bridal Party: 3 Bridesmaids + 3 Groomsmen
THE HALEYS
Engagement Length: 17 Months
Age: Bride, 40 / Groom, 41
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
THE STORY
We are one of a kind and perfect for each other. We met my freshman year and I brushed him off. I met him again in 2005 and brushed him off and I guess they say 3rd time's a charm because in 2013 it was all she wrote:).
We both went to HBCUs in the AUC ( Morris Brown and Clark Atlanta) and are from up north - he is from New York and I am originally from Connecticut. We have a beautiful 5 year old son together and I gained a bonus daughter who is 13.
This planning was special to me. All my friends were waiting to see this day because they know I am a planner by nature. Every birthday I have had has been over the top.
I love the details of it all and I was not super stressed about planning so I’d love to share my story to help another beautiful bride out. Not to mention I was also planning during a pandemic but that is another story within itself !!
xx, DESTIBRIDE TASHIMA
THE BRIDE
Bride’s Dress: Allure
Bride’s Shoes: Blue by Betsy Johnson
Bride’s Jewelry: Etsy + Zales
Hair: Najah Aziz @ Like the River the Salon in Atlanta, GA (see interview for details!)
Makeup: Hello Beauty Mx
#IMADESTI
DESTIBRIDE FUN FACTS:
Favorite DESTI Episode: Desti Erika [Episode 20]. She gave me the "GO" to start planning.
“I also listened to so many especially one podcast when you mentioned Sarah Kline. Sarah saved my life :)”
Sorority: Delta Sigma Theta
Follow her on Instagram @slplady
THE GROOM
Groom’s Attire: Macy’s
Groom’s Accessories: Nordstrom
THE BRIDAL PARTY
Bridesmaids’ Attire: David’s Bridal
Bridesmaids’ Shoes: Macy’s
Groomsmen’s Attire: Macy’s
Groomsmen’s Shoes: Aldo
THE WEDDING
Planning: Resort
Styling & decor: Resort
Photography: Sotero Cancino Photography
Florals: Corazon Luxury Weddings
Cake + Catering: Resort
Wedding Website: The Knot (see it here)
DJ: Disco Movil Cancun
DESTINote: “Ricardo was so professional and we had more than a blast …it was a wedding of a lifetime”
Etsy Vendors:
Wooden Name Plates: Engrave Celebration Etsy
Events Itinerary: Minty Paperie Shop Etsy
Brilliant Bridal Shop Etsy
LINKS MENTIONED:
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: AppyCouple
Tashima’s favorite DESTIBRIDE Episode: Desti Erika [Episode 20]
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL
DESTIFACT:
Time for Travel also handled Tashima’s wedding travel and she gives her glowing review in her interview!
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER
TIME FOR TRAVEL FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
TIME FOR TRAVEL is a team of FREE Destination Wedding + Honeymoon Specialists owned by Sarah Kline who is known for saying:
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
An AMAZING choice for any Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific or Hawaii destination wedding or honeymoon, and with over 20 years of experience helping couples fulfill their dreams, Sarah and her team will make your DESTI wedding and honeymoon exactly what you've dreamed of!
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xx, Omi
Thank You Tashima!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
in beautiful Playa del Carmen, Mexico!
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LAURA | Oranjestad, Aruba
How Laura planned her 58 guest destination wedding at the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort in Aruba!
“The theme of my whole wedding was, I just wanna get it done!”
*Photos courtesy of Elnathan Hijmering Photography
EPISODE 35
How Laura Planned Her Destination Wedding in Oranjestad, Aruba!
This interview with DESTIBRIDE Laura was MAGICAL! Laura and her husband brought 58 guests to celebrate their loving union at the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort in Oranjestad, Aruba and she tells us alll about their destination wedding planning journey! Laura shared so many destination wedding planning tips with us and I can't wait to hear how much you love it!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕How they met
💕Her proposal story
💕Why they decided to have a destination wedding
💕Picking their date
💕Planning and saving money TOGETHER
💕How they chose their destination wedding venue
💕How they picked their destination wedding vendors - makeup, photographer, etc.
💕Her Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort Wedding Review
💕and so much more!
Soooo…how do you plan a destination wedding in Oranjestad, Aruba?
Click Play and find out how Laura planned her destination wedding
at the Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort in Oranjestad, Aruba!
Enjoy!
WATCH LAURA’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
DestiCouple: Laura + Chris Clark
Destination Wedding Date: October 5, 2019
City & Country: Oranjestad, Aruba
Venue: Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort
Wedding Budget: ~$25,000
Number of Guests: 58
Bridal Party: 2 Bridesmaids + 2 Groomsmen
THE CLARKS
Engagement Length: 12 Months
Age: Bride, 29 / Groom, 29
Occupations: Project Manager and Telecommunications
Hometown: Dallas, TX
THE STORY
We met for the first time in high school during a cotillion (debutante ball) rehearsal in 2008 in our hometown. During that time, we did not talk much but knew of each other.
Shortly after, we connected while in college (thanks Facebook) and even went on a date on one of our breaks! Our first official date was to TGI Fridays in our hometown. Being in two different states (at two different schools) just would not work out for us so we went our separate ways.
Once more, we ended up running into each other at a mutual friend's house in Washington D.C. during a homecoming event for Howard University. We even stayed at the same house during that weekend. We talked briefly and we both, again, went our separate ways.
Finally, we connected on Facebook after several years (Thanks Facebook again!). We both decided we would meet up and fly to Orlando during Labor Day weekend 2014 and we have been inseparable ever since.
THE BRIDE
Bride’s Dress: Mori Lee (purchased at Terry Costa – Dallas, TX)
Bridal Alterations: Altered For the Alter
Bride’s Shoes: No Shoes! Barefoot Bride
Bride’s Jewelry: Sam Moon Dallas, TX
Hair & Makeup: Hair - Bride and Makeup - Aruba Makeup Agency
#IMADESTI
DESTIBRIDE FUN FACTS:
Favorite Color: Pink
Favorite Cocktail: Whiskey + Ginger Ale
Favorite DESTI Episode: 15 Things to Never Forget While Planning Your Destination Wedding
Follow her on Instagram @lalababy08
THE GROOM
Groom’s Attire: Franklin and Anthony Clothier
Groom’s Accessories: Franklin and Anthony Clothier
THE WEDDING
Planning: Bride + Lisa Dimmerman @ Resort
Styling & decor: Bride + Lisa Dimmerman @ Resort
Photography: Elnathan Hijmering Photography
Videography: Ogenio Films
Florals: Shar’s Flowers
DJ: DJ Tino
Paper Invitations + Details: Lucky Lady Paper on Etsy
Cake + Catering: Resort
Wedding Website: Zola (see it here)
Etsy Vendors:
Invites and Save the Dates: Lucky Lady Paper Etsy
Bags: MyWeddingStore Etsy
Hexagon Place Cards: BetterWeddingDecor Etsy
Other Miscellaneous Vendors:
Welcome Boat Party: Pelican Tours (video above)
LINKS MENTIONED:
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: AppyCouple
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
Thank You Laura!
We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek
"behind your veil" of destination wedding planning
on the beautiful island of Aruba!
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Our 1st Curacao destination wedding DESTIBRIDE interview!