WEDDINGS
Antigua & Barbuda has earned the title of “The Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination” four consecutive times by the World Travel Awards. And there’s no wonder when every corner of this paradise island with its white sand beaches, secluded landscapes and sun kissed skies, hums with the promise of dreamlike weddings and unforgettable honeymoons.
DESTINATION WEDDING
With no waiting period or residency prerequisites for the issuance of a wedding license, and a plethora of seasoned wedding planners at your fingertips, orchestrating your nuptials can be as serene and harmonious as the waves caressing the shores. T aneisha S. Richardson, the owner and lead planner and designer of Unique Events by TSR, made history this year when she became the first wedding/event planner from Antigua & Barbuda to win at the 2024 WPIC Wedding Awards. The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada (WPIC) honored Taneisha with the prestigious “Best Wedding Under $50,000” award. An incredible achievement which serves as a testament to her flawless expertise, talent and dedication to her craft. Discover 365 talked to Taneisha about her experience planning weddings in Antigua & Barbuda, to give us some of her own personal insights and to show you all just how easy it can be to achieve your dream wedding on our paradise island. How did you get into wedding planning, and is it something you’ve always wanted to do? In 2015, I planned my own wedding and that is when I discovered I had a passion for wedding and event planning. This discovery led to the birth of Unique Events by TSR. Actually, I did not foresee that this would be a career path having studied a completely different subject area in college and university. Now, I can’t picture a life where I am not planning weddings and events. How long have you been working in wedding planning on the island? I started Unique Events by TSR in 2016, so I have been planning weddings and events for the past 8 years. In 2019, I completed certification courses with the Wedding Planners Institute of Canada (WPIC) and earned the qualification as a Certified Wedding Coordinator and a Certified Wedding & Event Designer.
What do you like most about your job? I enjoy helping each couple to tell their love story in the most unique way. A wedding should be a reflection of who the couple are and the love they share. I like the excitement that each wedding brings and I also enjoy getting lost in all the details for each event. I love seeing an event space being transformed from vision to reality. Seeing the joy and happiness on my clients’ faces as they see their vision come to life and seeing them fully enjoying their celebration as they create memories with their family and friends is what motivates me. Why would you recommend Antigua & Barbuda as a wedding destination? A wedding in Antigua & Barbuda is truly a destination wedding experience like no other. There is no denying the beauty of our island and the experience it offers when it comes to weddings. Our island’s rich history, beautiful white sandy beaches, spectacular sunset views, outdoor and boating adventures, sumptuous island cuisine, and sweet island music offers a magical experience for a dream destination wedding.
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