The Unity Sand Ceremony is a meaningful and  unique visualization of the joining  and blending of two lives. It is a great alternative to the traditional Unity Candle Ceremony; especially to those who are perhaps getting married outside.

Many Brides and Grooms choose to involve their family, by giving various colors of sand to different family members to create a one-of -a kind symbol of unity of the entire family.

By incorporating this great element  into your wedding ceremony, you’ll be sure to create memories to last a lifetime!

The wedding cake is one of the most important elements of the wedding ceremony, after the bride’s dress, of course!  What began humbly as an ancient  tradition symbolizing  the bride’s fertility; wedding cakes have taken a life of their own, and  grown into a sugar extravaganza with thousands of endless possibilities!

Wedding toppers are a wonderful way to express your personality and style on your cake! No longer are there just the traditional Bride and Groom standing side by side;  there are a wide variety of toppers including sports themed, ethnic and monogrammed letters that have all made their way to the top of wedding cakes everywhere!

Choosing to use flowers in lieu of cake toppers has been a very celebrated alternative, that can turn a plain cake into something spectacular. Popular ways to incorporate flowers on your wedding cake include placing flowers in between the layers of your cake, or simply decorating the cake table with petals. Check out a wide variety of cake toppers here.

The island is about a 45-minute boat ride from St. Thomas. You can ride the ferry, or set up a day trip with any of the local sailing and powerboat rental companies. Jost Van Dyke is a popular getaway for locals and tourists alike, year-round.

Jost Van Dyke is an island of pristine coral sand, making its beaches among the best in the Caribbean. And it’s  so quiet, chances are you won’t see another soul on the beach. But you can always find a shady spot at one of the friendly beach side bars to sit and sip a cool drink or lounge in the hammocks.

Local hot spots include Soggy Dollar Bar, Sydney’s, Corsair’s, and Foxy’s, to name a few. You can also find shopping around each of these places. You can check out accommodations and stay a night or two, enjoying its beaches and even venturing to the neighbor island of Tortola, BVI.  Sea Crest Inn, the Pink House, and White Bay Villas are among some of the villa and hotels, or you can find info from BritishVirginIslands.com.

We decided to reserve the larger boat, and it turned out wonderfully. I would recommend the bigger sailboat because it had so many perks. Even a slide! The crew took us to a remote place where we could swim and snorkel for a while.

The only thing I would do differently is plan to have more food prepared. The food went quickly–anytime you add water and sports, people get hungry! I didn’t think of that. Plan ahead with more than you think you need if you are planning an excursion. I would also arrange transportation from the catamaran when you arrive back at the dock.

If water is your thing instead of first dances and formality, then this activity is perfect for you! As you noticed, the emphasis was on the actual ceremony (2 hours on the beach!) and our adventurous spirit! We had a blast and would not change a thing…except maybe jumping off that boat in my dress then leaving it there! Carrying that thing around was more than a hassle. Hah! In closing, go with the bigger boat, more food, and order more waterproof cameras on the boat!”

…From one of our brides, Amber Speakman. If you would like more information to plan your own sailing excursion, let us know! We can help you prepare with all you need and suggest details to suit your party.

You may consider day sails: generally  6-7 hour sails to neighboring islands, offering excursions as well as stops for snorkels, relaxing on remote beaches, lunching at beachfront dives. Trips to St. John and it’s National Park beaches, BVI’s Jost Van Dyke and other smaller, secluded islands are offered. Quality snorkel gear and beverages are included in the day trip sails.

Half-day sails to St. John, the BVIs or fabulous snorkel locations may suit your crowd better. Vibrant coral reefs are easily accessible, with an abundance of colorful tropical fish and marine life. Quality snorkel gear, instruction, and a guided snorkel tour are provided. Drinks are included, and often a luncheon may be served.

Sunset cocktail sails or dinner sails offer a breath-taking opportunity for you and your mate, or for the whole wedding party. With drinks and the setting sun on the ocean horizon, you’ll experience moments of perfection.

Sunday brunch sails are fun for the whole group. You can start your day with a lovely ride and meal before heading to afternoon or evening activities.

Customized charters are available for you and your partner to go wherever your heart desires. Try sailing around remote islands, to famous snorkel spots, to the BVIs for lunch…whatever your fancy.

Sports and adventure loves may be interested in watersports sail tours. These trips offer kayaking, parasailing and waverunner snorkel tours. Try something new with a guide and top industry equipment! Another way to create great, unique memories during your wedding celebration.

We’re happy to give you ideas, a selection of trips to choose from, or recommend sails for you and your party. Let us provide you with information and make arrangements for you…you say “I do”, we do the rest!

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