Glenn Ferguson
Bahamas Wedding Planner
WPIC-Certified Planner & Licensed Marriage Officer
20+ Years Experience • Nassau, Paradise Island & Exumas
Why Choose a Local Bahamas Wedding Planner?
Planning a wedding in the Bahamas should feel as amazing as our beaches look. I'm Glenn Ferguson, and I've been planning weddings here for over 20 years, helping hundreds of couples pull off their dream day without the stress.
I wear two hats - I'm both a WPIC-certified Bahamas Wedding Planner and a licensed Marriage Officer. This means I can plan everything AND legally marry you. No need to hire an extra person or worry about coordination hiccups.
Bahamas Wedding Planning Services
Full-Service Nassau & Paradise Island Planning
Saves you 50+ hours of work
- Venue tours at top Nassau resorts
- Budget tracking (clients save 15-20%)
- 32 trusted vendor connections
- Decor from my warehouse collection
- Group room rates (usually 22% off)
- Welcome bag creation & delivery
- Transportation with 15+ year driver relationships
- Rehearsal management
- Wedding day coordination (10-12 hours)
- Legal paperwork handling
Partial Planning for Exumas, Eleuthera & Harbour Island
For couples who already booked a venue
- Island-specific vendor connections
- Transportation timeline creation
- Bahamas-appropriate design consultation
- Weekly check-ins before wedding
- Rehearsal coordination at your venue
- Wedding day management with team
Micro-Wedding & Elopement Planning
Perfect for under 20 guests
- Secret beach locations (14 spots not on Google)
- Essential vendor coordination
- Same-day marriage license processing
- Authentic Bahamian touches
- Photo location scouting
- Restaurant reservations with insider connections
Expert Knowledge of All Bahamas Wedding Destinations
Nassau & Paradise Island
Most popular for 50-150 guest weddings
29 direct flights from US/Canada. Perfect blend of accessibility and beauty.
- The Ocean Club Four Seasons: Inside knowledge of best sunset garden sections
- Rosewood Baha Mar: $1,800+ in secured upgrades for clients
- The Cove Atlantis: Weather backup relationships with 5 key managers
- Graycliff Hotel: Custom chocolatier arrangements
- Albany: Priority restaurant access for homeowners-only venues
The Exumas
Best for 20-80 guest weddings
Famous for swimming pigs, sandbars & crystal blue waters.
- Sandals Emerald Bay: Exclusive ceremony times avoiding cruise crowds
- Grand Isle Resort: Custom menu creation beyond standard packages
- Staniel Cay Yacht Club: Reliable power backup systems
- Private Islands: 7 exclusive relationships for off-grid celebrations
Eleuthera & Harbour Island
Perfect for 30-60 guest weddings
Known for pink sand beaches & colonial charm.
- The Cove Eleuthera: Custom rain plans using owner's private areas
- Pink Sands Resort: Optimal lighting locations mapped after 24 weddings
- The Ocean View Club: Specialized lighting for limited power supply
- French Leave Resort: Complimentary upgrades and marina access
The Wedding Planning Process
Free 45-Minute Consultation
We'll discuss your vision, guest count, budget, island preferences, and timeline. No sales pitch, just straight talk to see if we're a good fit.
Proposal & Booking
Within 3 days, you'll receive my recommendations for Bahamas locations, service options, realistic budget, and month-by-month planning schedule.
Active Planning Phase (12-6 months out)
Venue selection, vendor coordination, design development, budget tracking, guest management, and marriage license preparation.
Final Details (8 weeks before)
Timeline creation, vendor confirmations, rental orders, welcome bag preparation, rehearsal coordination, and marriage license processing.
Wedding Weekend Management
On-site for 3-4 days with my team. Complete vendor coordination, family management, timeline execution, and emergency preparedness (78-item kit ready).
What Couples Say About Our Bahamas Wedding Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Three main pricing levels:
- Full planning: $6,500-$9,500 depending on guest count and complexity
- Partial planning: $4,500-$6,500 for couples who already have a venue
- Month-of coordination: $2,800-$3,500 for couples who've done most planning
These fees represent 12-15% of your total wedding budget and don't include vendor costs. Unlike US-based planners working remotely, I live here year-round and meet all vendors face-to-face.
68% of couples who try to plan Bahamas weddings independently encounter major problems:
- Paperwork nightmares (42%): Documentation issues a local planner prevents
- Vendor communication problems (56%): Difficulty getting clear, timely responses
- Surprise logistics (71%): Unexpected transportation, timing, venue limitations
A Bahamas-based planner prevents these through local knowledge, established vendor relationships, understanding of Bahamian business practices, and real-time problem solving.
Recommended booking timeline:
- January-April (high season): 12-18 months ahead (87% book by 14 months)
- May and November: 9-12 months ahead
- June-October: 6-9 months (hurricane season consideration)
I only accept 25 full-service weddings annually: 15 in Nassau/Paradise Island, 6 in Exumas, 4 in Eleuthera/Harbour Island. Popular dates book 18+ months ahead.
Standard process (without help): 6-8 hours of vacation time including government office waits, paperwork, and return trips
With my service:
- Complete preliminary paperwork before arrival
- Meet my assistant at your hotel when convenient
- VIP processing at government offices (under 45 minutes)
- License delivered to your hotel
- I can legally perform your ceremony as part of service
This saves 6-8 hours of vacation time and eliminates major stress.
Start Your Bahamas Wedding Planning Journey
Your perfect wedding starts with having the right planner. Let's talk about your vision for a Bahamas wedding.
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+1 (242) 395-8495
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45-minute discussion
No pressure, just honest conversation
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Available 7 days a week
Limited Availability
Only 25 weddings per year
You get Glenn, not just anyone available