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BGDW20 | How Ericka Planned Her Destination Wedding in Riviera Maya, Mexico

On this episode of the Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast, Desti Bride Ericka gives us her best advice, shares her fairytale engagement story and experience as a wedding planner,  planning her own destination wedding at Azul Fives Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico! You can feel the motivation and empowerment oozing out of this episode - what a GREAT way to end the year 2017!

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On this episode of the Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast, Desti Bride Ericka gives us her best advice, shares her fairytale engagement story and experience as a wedding planner,  planning her own destination wedding at Azul Fives Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico! You can feel the motivation and empowerment oozing out of this episode - what a GREAT way to end the year!

In this episode, we discussed:

· Making the decision to have a destination wedding

· Dealing with people who may not be supportive of your decision to have a destination wedding

· Thinking outside the box for ways to save money while planning a destination wedding

· Packing tips for your destination wedding

· Honeymooning considerations when having a destination wedding

· And more!

ERICKA'S SHOWNOTES ARE UNDERWAY!
STAY TUNED + THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE!

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MRS. PORTIS:
Thank you sooo very much for being our Bridefriend and sharing your destination wedding story! We wish you and you family (and coming +1😍) the absolute best!  

 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

Almost any decision is better than no decision at all.
— BRIAN TRACY, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER + AUTHOR

Enjoy!

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Music Credit: Crazy In Love (Deepblue & Dead Chaos Remix) courtesy of Dead Chaos @deadchaosmusic

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THANKS FOR LISTENING BRIDEFRIENDS!

UNTIL NEXT TIME...

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BGDW18 | How Aiesha Planned Her Destination Wedding in Montego Bay, Jamaica

On this episode of the Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast, Desti Aiesha gives us advice and shares her experience living in Chicago, IL and planning her destination wedding at Secrets Wild Orchid Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica! Be ready for laughs, DIY tips, and some great stories and advice - this is another good one! 

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On this episode of the Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings, Desti Aiesha gives us advice and shares her experience living in Chicago, IL and planning her destination wedding at Secrets Wild Orchid Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica! Be ready for laughs, DIY tips, and some great stories and advice - this is another good one!

In this episode, we talked about:

· The perks of having an on-site vs. off-site resort destination wedding

· Dealing with guests, travel agents and wedding planners before and during the destination wedding weekend.

· Ways to save money while planning a destination wedding

· DIY and packing tips for your destination wedding

· And more!

 

Things mentioned:

Secrets Wild Orchid Montego Bay Resort

Staples

Vistaprint

Microsoft Publisher

Oriental Trading Co.

Glass Etching (Video explanation)

 · And more!

We are pulling together the photos and spreadsheets that we mentioned, so hold tight - Aiesha's show Notes are underway!

AIESHA:
Congratulations on your new baby boy! andThank you so much for being our Bridefriend and sharing your experience with us! Your story helped me along my journey and I know it will help others too!

Sending love to you + your family!!!

 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

We each are special, we each are unique, we each are these brilliant things. Just allow yourself to be that person.
— ELLEN DEGENERES

Enjoy!

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💕AS PROMISED, HERE'S THE ABC "IESHA" VIDEO THAT EXPLAINS MY SINGING + RAPPING PERFORMANCE 👇🏾🤗

Music video by Another Bad Creation performing Iesha. (C) 1990 Motown Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.

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LOVING YOUR BRIDEFRIENDS?

Show some love by leaving a review + find me everywhere else!

WANNA BE A BRIDEFRIEND?

Visit www.Bridefriends.com  + subscribe to our Bridefriends Forever [BFF] Newsletter for more Desti Land Love! There you’ll find each episode’s show notes, articles, inspiration, and everything else that your Desti Heart could desire!

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Find me and let me know the areas that you need help. Help ME, help YOU!

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Music Credit: Crazy In Love (Deepblue & Dead Chaos Remix) courtesy of Dead Chaos @deadchaosmusic

SUBSCRIBE

Subscribe to The Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast to hear more interviews with our Real Destination Wedding Couples (Destis) and Destination Wedding Vendors and Professionals (DestiPros)! There will be new shows EVERY WEEK! 

Now available on Apple Podcasts |  Google Play |  Stitcher

Link to this Episode's Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/18

DETAILED SHOW NOTES ARE UNDERWAY!

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BGDW14 | Montego Bay, Jamaica Desti Porsha’s Pre-Destination Wedding Prep!

Following a ridiculously romantic Parisian engagement, Porsha was married in Montego Bay, Jamaica and gives us the rundown during the month BEFORE her Destination Wedding! We talk about everything from venue scouting, budgeting, choosing her vendors, pleasing wedding guests and most importantly - Porsha gives us some positive Desti Empowerment Vibes! Congratulations to our newly married Desti Bridefriend Porsha!

This Episode's Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/14

Following a ridiculously romantic Parisian engagement, Porsha was married in Montego Bay, Jamaica and gives us the rundown during the month BEFORE her Destination Wedding! We talk about everything from venue scouting, budgeting, choosing her vendors, pleasing wedding guests and most importantly - Porsha gives us some positive Desti Empowerment Vibes!

Congratulations to our newly married Desti Bridefriend Porsha!

Enjoy!

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A FEW OF PORSHA'S GORGEOUS ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS...

Pierre - Paris Photographer | PHOTOS

Quote of the week:

Can you remember who you were, before the world told you who you should be?
— Danielle Laporte

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LOVING YOUR BRIDEFRIENDS?

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WANNA BE A BRIDEFRIEND?

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Twitter: @blackdesti

So find me and let me know the areas that you need help. Help ME, help YOU!

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Music Credit: Crazy In Love (Deepblue & Dead Chaos Remix) courtesy of Dead Chaos @deadchaosmusic

 

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This Episode's Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/14

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BGDW12 | Montego Bay, Jamaica Desti Couple The Nassys Bring 100+ Guests To Their Destination Wedding!

On this episode of the Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast, we have Desti chat with Montego Bay Desti Bride + Groom Jackie and Michael, who share their experiences & best advice on destination wedding planning  - they brought over 100 guests to Jamaica!

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The Nassys Bring 100+ Guests to Jamaica for Their Destination Wedding!

This Bridefriend’s Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/12

In this episode, we have Desti chat with Montego Bay Desti couple Jackie and Michael, who share their experiences & best advice on destination wedding planning as a Jamaica Desti! In this episode she tells us about bridal beauty, choosing her wedding dress, negotiating prices. saving money. And not sweating the small stuff! Thanks for listening!

Enjoy!

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BGDW Thanks The Nassys!

We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek "behind your veil" of destination wedding planning in the amazing Montego Bay, Jamaica!

Jackie -  wish you & Michael a Lifetime of the Best!

 

HAVE A DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNING QUESTION?  
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WANNA BE A PART OF THE D+B TRIBE?

Check out www.Bridefriends.com to get more Desti Land Love! There you’ll find each episode’s show notes, articles, inspiration, and everything else that your Desti Heart could desire!

The blog: blackdesti.com

Facebook:  /blackdesti

Twitter: @blackdesti

And Instagram @blackdestinationbride

So find me and let me know the areas that you need help. Help ME, help YOU!

Please also don’t be afraid to chime in on discussions to help your other Bridefriends out!

Music Credit: Crazy In Love (Deepblue & Dead Chaos Remix) courtesy of Dead Chaos @deadchaosmusic

SUBSCRIBE!

Subscribe to The Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast to hear more interviews with our Real (Destis) Destination Wedding Couples and Destination Wedding Vendors and Professionals (DestiPros)! There will be new shows EVERY WEEK! 

Now available via iTunes (Apple Users) and Stitcher (All other Users)

This Bridefriend’s Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/12

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BGDW10 | Nassau, Bahamas Desti Bride Chevita Shares It All On Her Destination Wedding! - Part 2

This episode is Part 2 of Desti chat with Chevita, who shares her experiences & best advice on destination wedding planning as a Bahamas Desti!

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Chevita Shares It All On Her Destination Wedding! - Part 2

This Bridefriend’s Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/10

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Never in the history of this podcast have I met a Desti so eager to share her destination wedding planning journey to Nassau, Bahamas! Our Bridefriend, Chevita shares so much advice and so many experiences that we had to split this interview into 2 parts! 

Listen to Part 2 of this Desti Interview with Chevita Phifer Stewart! 

Enjoy!

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Click here to go to Part 1 of Chevita's Interview!

Click here to go to Part 1 of Chevita's Interview!

💖 Chevita's Show Notes Extras are underway! Check back soon for all of the Photos and Links! 

💖 Chevita's Show Notes Extras are underway! Check back soon for all of the Photos and Links! 

 

BGDW Thanks Chevita!

We appreciate you being our Bridefriend Forever and giving us a peek "behind your veil" of destination wedding planning in the lovely Nassau, Bahamas!

We wish you & Leon the ABSOLUTE BEST!


HAVE A DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNING QUESTION?  
Go to Bridefriends.com/askadesti

Press that great big record button and leave me a message!
Ask me the question, I’m up for the challenge! I will find it for you and report back right here!

Yeah, it’s like that!!!

LOVING YOUR BRIDEFRIENDS?

Unfortunately, there isn’t a comment section on iTunes, but you CAN provide an honest rating and find me everywhere else!

WANNA BE A PART OF THE D+B TRIBE?

Check out www.Bridefriends.com to get more Desti Land Love! There you’ll find each episode’s show notes, articles, inspiration, and everything else that your Desti Heart could desire!

The blog: blackdesti.com

Facebook:  /blackdesti

Twitter: @blackdesti

And Instagram @blackdestinationbride

So find me and let me know the areas that you need help. Help ME, help YOU!

Please also don’t be afraid to chime in on discussions to help your other Bridefriends out!

Music Credit: Crazy In Love (Deepblue & Dead Chaos Remix) courtesy of Dead Chaos @deadchaosmusic

 

SUBSCRIBE

Subscribe to The Bridefriends' Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast to hear more interviews with our Real (Destis) Destination Wedding Couples and Destination Wedding Vendors and Professionals (DestiPros)! There will be new shows EVERY WEEK! 

Now available via iTunes (Apple Users) and Stitcher (All other Users)

This Bridefriend’s Show Notes | https://www.bridefriends.com/10

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