Grand Isle Resort Spa Wedding Exuma | Rachelle & Phil

Last November I travelled to Exuma, The Bahamas for Rachelle and Phil’s stunning destination wedding. These two tied the knot at Grand Isle Resort and Spa on white sands overlooking sparkling turquoise waters. Truly a slice of paradise for their friends and family!

Rachelle and Phil are Canadian, and while most of their 100+ guests flew in from Canada, they were joined by loved ones from all over. They are such a kind couple, it’s easy to see why so many people showed up to celebrate them. And the Grand Isle Resort was the ideal spot for this getaway! Guests stayed in villa-style apartments with absolutely beautiful ocean views. There was no need for anyone to drive anywhere, maximizing time for relaxation and being together. Indeed, that seemed to be a theme for this wedding – instead of a rehearsal dinner, Rachelle and Phil threw a big bonfire on the beach and everyone had a wonderful, laid-back time!

On the wedding day Rachelle was absolutely stunning in her Mikaella Bridal gown – and so gracious too. She thanked me several times throughout the day for being there. These two had been together for more than a decade at the time of their wedding, so guests had lots of fun stories to share during toasts! Phil is crazy about fishing, and everyone lovingly joked about how Rachelle still gets excited watching YouTube videos with him and looking at fishing magazines. Rachelle even surprised Phil with a fishing hook engraved with “You are my greatest catch”!

Finally, I must say what a pleasure it was to work with Marva from Chic Bahamas Weddings again. Each collaboration with her deepens my appreciation of what she does – and I hope these photos show the kind of magic she pulls off! Looking at the pictures now, I can still feel the joy of Rachelle and Phil and their guests as the Junkanoo band played long into the warm Bahamas night…

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Vendors:

Design, Planning: Chic Bahamas Weddings / Venue and Catering Grand Isle Resort and Spa / Rentals: Chic Bahamas Weddings / Cocktail hour music: Michael Hoyte. DJ Zewein / Makeup and Hair: Allie Stuckey / Wedding Dress: Mikaella Bridal / Bridesmaids dress: Jenny Yoo Dresses