I’m Aleksandra and I’m your lead planner and CEO at Direction Events. I have 10+ years currently in the wedding and hospitality industry, I help soulmate-level couples plan their dream weddings in Stunning Grand Cayman
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There is only one question - why have only one day to celebrate your wedding when you can have three (or more)?
Maybe you are getting married at your local church or in the privacy of your backyard (and even then, we think a multi-day experience could still be spectacular), but if you and your guests have traveled to your wedding location and are in one of the most pristine locations in the world, why not take multiple days to embrace every moment?
In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves living far from our loved ones, and quality time together can be hard to come by. A multi-day wedding in the Cayman Islands offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect, share precious moments, and soak in the beauty of your love and the stunning surroundings.
What could a three-day wedding adventure in the Cayman Islands look like?
Time to CONNECT
Wedding days go by so fast, and it often feels like everything is happening all at once, especially when you have so many people you want to connect with. These are your loved ones, and of course, you want to spend time with each of them and create memories on your special day, but this can be hard to accomplish as the wedding day flies by so quickly, and you also want to be fully present with your partner in each moment.
Imagine not rushing through your time with each person, but actually spending quality time with everyone attending.
A three-day (or more) destination wedding provides this opportunity, allowing you to reminisce about old times and create new, life-lasting memories.
It's important to strike a balance between time with others and time with partner on your wedding day. A multi-day destination wedding makes this balance achievable, ensuring you can fully enjoy your special day without feeling guilty about not dedicating enough attention to your loved ones.
Your guests have come a long way to be with you, especially for a destination wedding so, having the time and space to connect with them properly means everything to both, you and them. We see daily what this time means to our couples and their loved ones, who are excited to spend this time together so, allowing for more time is something we’ve never seen anyone regret.
Weddings can be A LOT of emotions. Having more days to celebrate your love makes them unique and unforgettable, and ultimately, isn't that the point of weddings?
You can have it ALL
Do you dream of a wedding experience without the endless pressure of fitting everything into a single day?
That’s the beauty of having a wedding that lasts more than one day.
Imagine an experience that allows you to enjoy in each moment with less stress and more excitement. One where you wear not just one or two amazing outfits, but five or six, each showcasing a different side of your personality.
Do you need clarification on two ideas for what your big day will look like? Why not have both, instead of feeling torn between a beach or a garden wedding?
A multi-day destination wedding offers the best of both worlds - from sunset beach cocktails to tropical garden affairs, and even swimsuit boat adventures and hangover brunches. It's a celebration of everything you love, experienced over the course of a few days.
This allows the space to create a well-rounded, unforgettable adventure for you and your guests!
The big WELCOME
At Direction, we believe every touch should be unique and that the little things are the big things - creating, assembling, and distributing welcome bags for each of your guests is one of our favorite ways to kick off the multi-day extravaganza.
We like to think of it as more than just another "should I?" and more as a "why wouldn't I?"
Just imagine how your guests will feel when they arrive after their travels to see a personal, one-of-a-kind, thoughtful welcome gift just for them. Bags (boxes, baskets - the list goes on) filled with locally sourced treats, items that add fun to the celebration, and personal touches that make people smile. Anything from branded reusable cups, cozies, hangover kits, special treats, personal mementos, and so much more – everything is possible! It is a little thing that changes everything.
Aside from putting a smile on everyone's faces, the welcome bags can reflect your wedding vibe, showcase what guests can expect over the days ahead, and incorporate touches of local and personal vibes. And, of course, sustainable and practical choices are always our priority, ensuring everything is thoughtfully considered. This is not just another thing, but a carefully planned detail that will be used, cherished, and remembered!
BEFORE the big kiss
Typically, all eyes are on the main event – the big "I do."
But what about the pre-event festivities that can get the party started?
Why not start things off with sandy toes, local music, incredible food, and a tropical vibe like none other? Creating custom welcome drinks (one of many over the coming days) and soaking in one of many picture-perfect sunsets.
You can create the actual destination experience right from the get-go!
Perhaps you hear that and think "but that is exactly how I want my wedding day to be: more relaxed and casual, not all the formalities", but you also feel like you don’t want to miss out on the formalities.
Why not start the weekend with formalities, a seated dinner, a champagne toast, speeches, and videos from loved ones afar?
The beauty of celebrating over multiple days is the freedom to craft your own narrative. You can start with the beach vibes, end with them, or skip them altogether, the choice is yours.
Maybe it all sounds too formal. Why not try something more adventurous? We can do excursions, boat trips, golf tournaments, or spa experiences.
Your days will represent who you are and what you love, and the multiple aspects of your personality spread over several days. So, the only question is, what do you picture those days looking like? Because we can make anything possible!
AFTER the big kiss
You have officially done it, walked down the aisle, said "I do", and celebrated your formal marriage - now what?
Where did the idea come from that, once the big moment has passed, it is all over, and there is nothing left to celebrate?
For us, the post-wedding event is one of the best moments, it's a time to reunite with everyone, relive the incredible moments from the past days, and, most importantly, celebrate the official union. It's a time and space to hear stories and memories from the pre-wedding days, unwind, relax, and just be together.
A more laid-back setting is perfect for the post-wedding celebration, it's a time to unwind and come together - a space for good food, good vibes, and most importantly, a freedom from stress.
Of course, a more formal gathering is also an option. Who doesn't love a fancy-dress brunch? It's just another excuse to dress up and enjoy, but something is to be said about the no-fuss, rock-up-if-you-can moment if that's your jam.
One of our favs is, for sure, the boat trip. Not too early, not too late - just swimsuit, cooler full of beers and champagne, hangover food platter, and moments for a dip in the sea.
If morning festivities are not on your list after a few days of celebrating, why not an early evening beach BBQ to say farewell to your loved ones?
There are countless options and plenty opportunities to create another memorable experience with your loved ones. Whether it's a casual beach BBQ, a fancy dress brunch, or a fun boat trip, the choice is yours to celebrate all that has been and all that is to come!
But is it to MUCH?
If it sounds like a lot of work and you’re worried that having not one but three or more events might overwhelm your guests or make each event less spectacular, don't worry!
We know how important it is for each event to be as seamless and enjoyable as the last one. We believe schedules shouldn't be overloaded for you and your guests and that everything needs to be perfectly balanced.
We make it easy for everyone to be where they need to be, when they need to, we provide support with transportation, flexible schedules, and effortless events, making sure each of them is stress-free, memorable, and exactly what everyone needs.
In creating your wedding website, we will provide all the details for each event, transportation details, and more, to guide your guests.
You won't have to worry about the RSVPs or whether your cousin, whom you last saw when you were teenagers, has responded. We manage everything for you, ensuring an stress-free experience.
Like the wedding day, each event is managed with attention and care, from budget to food, drink, decor choices, and much more. All your events are balanced, each a cohesive step into the next, creating a well-rounded experience for all.
The main thing is for you to have experiences that fully resonate with you, for your guests to feel informed and taken care of, and for everything to be stress-free and captured with stunning photos (and videos), of course!
WHY WOULDN'T you?
Can you envision the magic and the excitement of a multi-day destination wedding in none other than the Cayman Islands?
An experience loaded with so many memories and moments that make your belly ache from laughing so hard and years to come of talking about this once-in-a-lifetime trip and all that it was. Does this feel like it is exactly what you crave and then some? We feel you, and it really just leaves one question: "Why wouldn't you?"
Let's create once-in-a-lifetime experience about YOU and your unique story.
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