Wedding Weekend in Barbados

Hi everyone! I'm officially back in action after spending the past several days in Barbados for a friend's wedding. We had an amazing trip and I plan to post a "Guide to Barbados" next week. Just a little late but I'm joining Biana for her Weekending linkup to recap our (long) weekend trip.

K and I arrived in Barbados late on Wednesday night so we had just enough time to grab some dinner and hit the sack before waking up super early on Thursday to head to the marina where we took a catamaran cruise around the island. We enjoyed the crystal blue waters around Barbados' coast and went snorkeling where we saw a ship wreck, tons of beautiful fish, and also swam with some friendly turtles. I wish I owned an underwater camera to capture our snorkeling adventures.



Thursday night was girls night with the bride-to-be, her bridesmaids, mom and other ladies in the family. The bridesmaids cooked up a local fish dinner, and we had some wine and just hung out since we had to be up bright and early on Friday to start the hair and makeup process. 

Friday morning came quickly and we got started at 8am at the wedding venue which was a beautiful villa that sits on Barbados' west coast. The girls spent the day getting prepped and hanging out with the bride.






It was then time for the ceremony, which was at a beautiful church cathedral and the reception was back at the villa. It was one of the most beautiful weddings I've attended to date and the bride looked stunning!







On Saturday, a friend of mine who lives in Barbados took us on our own private tour of the island. We stopped off at The Crane resort which looks like something out of a magazine to have lunch and check out the amazing views.



We drove around the east coast and checked out a few other beaches and lookout points. Barbados is definitely in my top 5 list of most beautiful Caribbean islands. The color of the ocean and scenery is incredible.


On Sunday we hit the beach by our hotel super early for one last swim and lounge on the beach before meeting up with some family for breakfast/brunch and then packing up to head to the airport.





As I always say after vacation - it was way too short!! But we packed our days and nights full so we didn't waste a minute of Barbados' beauty and spending time with family and friends.

I'm looking forward to catching up on some blog reading this week and getting back into my regular routine.

22 comments

  1. Oh my gosh the views, the water, the weather - everything was so beautiful!! Your friend looked stunning!! Can't wait for more! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  2. WOW, looks like an incredible weekend away. ALl of the dresses are gorgeous and the views, I can't get over the views. I can't wait to hear more about it!

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  3. What an amazing wedding-- I can't get over how beautiful her wedding dress is! You look gorgeous-- the bridesmaids dresses are so pretty too! It looks like such an amazing place-- I think we actually looked at The Crane when we were trying to pick somewhere for our honeymoon!

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  4. Barbados looks amazing and everything about your friend's wedding is so beautiful! Love her dress and the cake! Hope you get settled back into your routine smoothly.

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  5. Oh my gosh! It looked perfect over the weekend, and then all of these photos make it look even MORE beautiful! So glad it was a great wedding--how could it not be with that scenery as the background?

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  6. Heaven! Wow, beautiful Barbados and beautiful you and a beautiful trip! Those views are spectacular and it makes you want to snap my fingers and be there right now! Why have I never even thought of going to Barbados, it just went on the shortlist for my husband and I, ha ha! Welcome home, I hope the week goes smoothly and so happy you have all those wonderful memories!

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  7. I've never been to Barbados, but oh my goodness it looks beautiful and the water looks absolutely crystal clear. Vacations are always too short, but y'all definitively packed in as much as possible! The bride looked beautiful and I loved the way that you styled your bridesmaid dress! I can't wait to read the guide to Barbados!

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  8. Between you and Kate you both are making me want to go on a nice little island getaway soon! Barbados looks gorgeous and that wedding venue?! Amazing! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes

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  9. omg your trip looks beyond breathtaking! and look at that bride! all of it - no words. between you and kate, i'm beyond jealous! i need a vacation ha. can't wait for your barbados tips :)

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  10. That water blows me away... I can't believe the color and clarity!!!! Paradise. :)
    You looked beautiful! And the bride's dress... so gorgeous and unique!!!!!!!!!

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  11. Oh man girl Barbados looks breathtaking!! Your friends dress is stunning, looked great on her. You looked wonderful as well, love that bridesmaid dress. Man that villa looks gorgeous!! Glad you had a great trip!!

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  12. Everything looks like such fun! The wedding looks gorgeous. The scenery, water – everything looks fantastic – such a fun getaway!

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  13. I've always wanted to go to Barbados, but after these pics I know it's a must-see! Everything from the views, the venue, to the bride's dress are gorgeous! You girls all looked amazing, and I'm glad you had such a great trip. Can't wait to catch up over lunch or happy hour soon <3

    Green Fashionista

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  14. What an amazing setting for a wedding. The bride was gorgeous and you looked wonderful!

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  15. ahh what gorgeous pictures! seriously, looks like an amazing place for a wedding. the bride's dress and your dress are absolutely beautiful. vacations are definitely always too short!

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  16. All of the photos are gorgeous! The bride looked stunning.

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  17. Her dress is gorgeous and what a beautiful venue! Glad you had a great time!

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  18. What an amazing trip!!! The wedding looked so pretty and I loved the bride's dress and yours as well!

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  19. Wow, SO SO pretty...what great pics. Her dress is so unique, and you all looked beautiful! Welcome home!

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  20. What a beautiful location, especially for a wedding.

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  21. Beautiful pictures and beautiful wedding. :)

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