When it comes to a wedding warm island welcome, there are no definitive guidelines. It could bean intimate gathering on the beach or a private catamaran cruise for your whole crew.Maybe it’s incorporating décor flooded with flashy colors, banana leaves and orchids,versus a softer setting cloaked in plum, gold and crimson. Whatever your style, this is the perfect opportunity to get creative and thank your guests for traveling all this way!

Cocktail Party—Lively & Social

There’s no question that your guests will want a seamless transition to island time as soon as they touch down in paradise. Kick off their trip with an upbeat cocktail party featuring a DJ to keep them on their feet all night long. Customize your playlist with hits you know they’ll love and create an exclusive beverage menu, tinted with tropical flavors like coconut, mango and pomegranate.

Beachside Bonfire—Cozy & Intimate

With guests arriving from all corners of the globe, there’s no better time for introductions than a bonfire event. Hire a local band to perform, provide marshmallows for s’mores and encourage a barefoot-only evening. The laid-back vibe is sure to make them feel right at home in the islands.

Island Excursions—Thrilling & Adventurous

Every destination has the power to enchant our inner explorer with the magic that is hidden throughout its topography. To spark your group’s sense of wanderlust, plan an island excursion that will have them setting sail, climbing mountains or trekking through the rainforest

Written by: Gianna Nolte