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Scuba Diving In The Bahamas: What To Expect

If you're getting set to go scuba diving in The Bahamas, prepare to be amazed. Not only are the beaches stunning and the marine life thriving in this part of the world, travelers can island hop in this tropical archipelago to experience multiple scuba sites. Many people go to this island chain just to dive and depending on how long you're there, you'll be able to scuba dive off the coasts of many different islands, some uninhabited.

Want to go on free scuba dive trips in The Bahamas? PADI certified guests of any of the two Sandals all-inclusive resorts in The Bahamas can go on scuba diving trips at no additional cost, this includes all equipment (max. two tanks per day)! Not PADI certified yet? Get certified at an additional cost and dive the rest of your vacation for free.

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Aside from the super clear seas and endless options, one of the things divers love most about vacationing in The Bahamas is that there are just so many things to do and see. All in all, The Bahamas is a great place for a scuba diving vacation. For the purposes of ensuring you're well prepped for your dive vacation, we've compiled a list of Sandals' best dive sites and the marine life you may encounter along the way.

What you can expect to see
Sandals best scuba dive sites in The Bahamas
When to go scuba diving in The Bahamas
Diving with Sandals Resorts
Bonus: alternatives to scuba diving
Happy diving!

What you can expect to see

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A better headline would probably be, is there really anything that you won't see while scuba diving in The Bahamas? Ahead of your trip, you can be assured that it is indeed true that The Bahamas is an excellent dive destination.

Colorful fish and coral reefs of all types call this region home, and thus add to a more than optimal diving environment. In addition to fishes of all kinds, including the Nassau Grouper, the wrasse, parrot fish, scorpion fish, king fish, French grunts, barracuda and creatures like the Queen Conch and lots of crabs, lobsters, eels and even sting rays, you'll have a real lesson right above the sea floor in a world much different than you're probably used to.

While shark dives are optional, daring divers choose The Bahamas because they can seek out spots where they are likely to have sightings of sharks; including hammerheads, bull sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks and silky sharks. Dolphin and whale sightings are also not uncommon.

Sandals best scuba dive sites in The Bahamas

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1. Blue Hole

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

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Blue hole diving is most assuredly for more skilled divers, and if you fit this category then this site is a must see while in The Bahamas. In fact, it has been rated as one of the top 3 dive locations in Nassau. The Blue Hole is about 9 miles off the eastern tip of Nassau, to the east. As you get into the hole, you'll encounter coral heads of all sizes and scores of tropical fishes. The rock formations will immediately capture your attention as you deep-dive in this stunning location. While diving here you may even see turtles, stingrays, and sometimes sharks, particularly between July and early August which is the mating season for silky sharks.

2. Sandals Wall

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

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Guests of the all-inclusive luxury resort Sandals Emerald Bay can make the most of this amazing dive sight during their vacation in The Bahamas. It's easily accessible and there's just so much to see. The wall starts at about the 50-ft mark and along the way you'll spot a variety of tropical fish. Other sightings can include snappers, jacks, stingrays, barracudas and sometimes even dolphins or sharks!

3. Ras Mohammed

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

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More advanced divers will appreciate this dive most. Here you can spot things like parrotfish, bar jacks, amberjacks, and fan coral as far as the eye can see. If you're staying at Sandals Emerald Bay, the reef is about 1 hour from the dive shop. On some days, you'll even be able to spot barracuda.

4. James Bond Wrecks

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

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This site gets its name from famous appearances in not one but two James Bond movies. As expected, it is now one of the most popular dive sites across the islands. Visiting divers seek to experience for themselves the phenomenal deep sea location many had a chance to glimpse in the movies 'Thunder Ball' and 'Never Say Never'. Here, in addition to props that still remain like The Vulcan Bomber, you can see parrotfish, soft coral including sponges, gorgonians, plum worms, arrow crabs, and more, not forgetting the Tears of Allah Wreck, a 92 ft supply boat.

5. Hollywood Bowl

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

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Hollywood Bowl is near Goulden Cay (west of New Providence) and it is a widely known dive site. Many of the underwater scenes from the James Bond 007 movies from the 1960s and 1970s were filmed at this location (once you take a dive you'll see why!). Other movies including 'Splash', 'Into the Blue', 'After the Sunset' and 'Cocoon' also have scenes shot at this location. Here you can spot things like balloo, the Bermuda chubb, blue tang, sergeant majors, and various hard and soft coral formations. This is also a great spot for snorkeling and going on SNUBA adventures.

6. Bahama Mama

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

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The Bahama Mama is at the edge of the Tongue of the Ocean Wall. It is not too far offshore, which means a short boat ride will get you there in no time. Here you can explore the wall or the reefs, and scope for wrecks like the Bahama Mama which is about 40-ft down. The Bahama Mama is said to have once been a party boat. Other sightings in this area include lobsters, stingrays, and Bahamian reef sharks. Near the Bahama Mama vessel is the 200-ft vessel 'Ray of Hope', which was sunk purposely and now serves as an artificial reef. The 'Ray of Hope' is fully intact, which means divers can explore the ship's interior. This dive site is one that will keep you engrossed as you immerse yourself fully in the experience.

7. Stocking Island Blue Hole

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

As far as Blue Holes go, Stocking Island is among the most raved about in The Bahamas. This dive site is also known as Angelfish Blue Hole much due to the number of angelfish that usually frequent the area. This dive starts at 18 ft and is 90 ft on the deep end. You can enjoy incredible sightings without even diving into the hole, but for those who do there's a chamber on the bottom that you can swim through which is worth a try. Sightings in this area include horse-eye jacks, parrotfish, eagle rays, turtles, angel fish, and more. Aside from diving, the beaches are nice on Stocking Island, and you can grab something to eat at the conch shack, or at the beachside restaurant.

8. The Tug Wreck Dive

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

The Tug is a 65-ft tugboat about 80 ft down off the coast of the Exumas. It was sunk intentionally in 2005 and now serves as an artificial reef. The best way to access this dive site is by boat, and you can spot a variety of marine life here including Nassau grouper, spiny lobster, horse-eye jacks, bar jacks, blue chromis, parrotfish, spotted drums, French grunts, schoolmasters, mackerel and even eels, stingrays, and barracuda. The Tug itself is a spectacular sight with sponges and corals embedded into its manmade features.

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9. Mahoney Wreck

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

There are many wrecks you can witness from underwater in The Bahamas, and Mahoney is one of those. Just about 30 ft beneath the ocean's surface, near Paradise Island, this wreck (a steamship) dates to the 1800s and is considered a must visit. At this location sightings include angelfish, groupers, eels, pipefish, snappers, grunts, and more.

10. Shipyard

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

The Shipyard got its name because there is not one but four wrecks in this area. Wrecks include a 150-foot freighter known as The Ana Lise, the 95-foot Helena C wreck, the 90-foot Bahama Shell wreck and a wooden-hull cargo ship which is the most recent (1994). The wrecks lay at the 85 ft mark and are near each other, which while diving, can feel a bit like you're diving in a nautical graveyard, as the site has been described. There's life in this area though, and much of it, and you'll encounter all sorts of tropical fish from silversides to Barracuda.

11. Port Nelson

Dive Level: Advanced
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

Port Nelson is worth exploring for divers who want to take in both a wreck and a lively reef. This dive site is about 6 miles off the southwestern shore of New Providence. This artificial reef which was named in honor of a fallen seaman has survived many storms, and it is said to have been the last commissioned ship by the Royal Bahamas Defense Force prior to the Independence of the islands from Great Britain. The Bacardi Bar Reef is nearby and helps support the vibrant ecosystem and as such, the marine life in this area which often includes snappers, grunts, moray eels, scorpionfish, mackerel, kingfish, and barracuda.

12. Dog & Pup Reef

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

It can be hard to tell what to expect at a dive site with a name such as this, but Dog & Pup Reef offers a world of adventure for divers who might be just starting off. This reef is located off the shores of Dog Cay and Puppy Cay and on this dive, you may see things like French grunts, snapper, sea turtles, porcupine puffer fish, queen angelfish, grouper, lobster, and other interesting sightings.

13. Emerald Isle Reef

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

Clear waters and beautiful coral reefs are a sure recipe for a phenomenal diving session. Divers at Emerald Isle Reef can dive to a maximum depth of 46 ft around a densely populated reef where you can sometimes spot nurse sharks. The reef is about 45 minutes from the dive shop where you can gear up if you don't have your own dive equipment.

14. LCT Wreck

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

The LCT Barge dates to World War II and it is one of the historic things you can see while diving in The Bahamas. The wreck is near the White Hole Reef and is about 20 feet down. The wreck attracts many fishes and it'll be an interesting experience seeing them either swim right up to you or flitter away as you descend. The eclectic reefs in this area will surely catch your attention, as will the wide variety of marine life.

15. Will Laurie

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Royal Bahamian

The Will Laurie is a 130-ft freighter wreck near the New Providence area. As history tells it, the ship was on the way to being repaired, took in too much water, and sank. It now lays between 40-50-ft down and is decked with soft coral of all varieties. While exploring this area you may run into snappers, groupers, barracudas, and more. Look out for the large resident green moray eel known as Bubba! The eel normally hangs around the anchor winch or the aft so your search can begin there.

16. Fish Reef

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

Directly to the north of the Sandals Emerald Bay Marina you'll find this dive site which is best for newbie divers. The reef here is quite shallow, and it is about 15 minutes away from the dive shop. Here you are likely to come across things like white grunts, yellowtail snapper, blue parrotfish and squirrelfish.

17. Da-Kutt

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

Da-Kutt is a straightforward site best suited for divers who're new to the water or just want a less challenging dive. At this dive site you can get better acquainted with the various coral reef types and all their intricacies, as well as marvel at parrot fish, squirrel fish, Spanish grunts, yellowtail snapper, lionfish, and more. This dive site is about 40 minutes from the Sandals Emerald Bay resort.

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18. Three Sister's Rock

Dive Level: Novice
Available from: Sandals Emerald Bay

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Three Sister's Rock in the Exuma Islands is a magnetic spot which is popular with divers of all skill levels. The waters around the Exuma Islands are clear and alluring, and it is quite an experience to swim around the rock formations. Here divers can get up close to marine life, explore ridges and peek into crevices where some of the most intriguing sea creatures often hide. You will see fish dart into the dark holes, seeking shelter from predators and passers-by, while staying safe from the sometimes turbulent tides. Here you might spot things like crabs, sea urchins, rock oysters, sea anemones, limpets, and sea plants and reef fish of all types.


When to go scuba diving in The Bahamas

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There isn't really a bad time to go to The Bahamas, but there are certain times of year that would be more suitable depending on the kind of experience you're looking for. Typically, the high season for The Bahamas is from the middle of December to mid-April, and during this time the island is most populated.

The low season is between the months of June to November, which can be rainy at times, but are for the most part warm and sunny. If you're heading to the islands to dive, you'll be able to do this year-round, but those wanting to experience the thrill of seeing sharks for example, have higher chances of doing so from October to June.

The shoulder season is from April to June, and during that time you can still get some of the benefits of high season travel, with more availability in terms of resorts, and more activities and events as compared to the low season. All in all, The Bahamas is a great warm weather getaway.

Read our post Best Time to Visit The Islands Of The Bahamas for more detailed information on when to go.


Diving with Sandals Resorts

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Diving made easy is a reason many people go the all-inclusive way when vacationing in Caribbean destinations like The Bahamas.

Sandals Resorts in The Bahamas make scuba diving a breeze for both beginners and more experienced divers. If you plan on diving but don't have the necessary certification, you can start the process with the resort. If you already have your PADI certification, you'll be able to get into the water almost as soon as you settle in at the resort.

You can opt for either morning or afternoon dives depending on your preference, but most people who want to go a little further out to see some of the nicer sites choose to go on earlier dives. The dive team will go with your pace, and as you get more comfortable you'll be able to dive in more different locations. As the staff are professional and friendly, feel free to share your preferences on what you'd like to see, and where you'd like to go specifically.

Another benefit of diving with Sandals if that you won't have to worry about bringing your equipment along. If you do though, you can use a locker rental to store it in the dive shop.

All in all, the best part about staying at an all-inclusive is that the diving is free (max. two tanks a day per guest), so you won't have to think about whether you can afford to do daily dives.


Getting PADI certified in The Bahamas at Sandals Resorts

If you're already PADI certified ahead of your Bahamas getaway, this will help you get straight into the diving action just as soon as you land and are settled into your resort. If you're not, there's still plenty of time to get certified once you get to the island. Sandals resort facilitates the PADI certification process for guests at an extra cost. Once you're certified, you can take advantage of free diving (2 tanks per day) for the rest of your vacation. See Sandals Scuba courses & prices.


Diving safely

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The first step to diving safely is ensuring you have the necessary certifications before getting into the water - this helps you to be able to navigate the various dive sites and also to follow the safety procedures particularly regarding the use of diving equipment.

When diving in a new location especially it is important to follow the instructions of your dive instructor and to stay close to your dive buddy. Keep an eye out for dive signals, which are imperative for proper communication. It is best to dive with a reputable dive center, or at a resort which makes dive safety a priority. This helps to ensure that your equipment is safe for use, and that all other elements are in place to keep you safe.


Bonus: alternatives to scuba diving

The Bahamas is one of those destinations where there's always something going on. From carnivals to regattas, even if you're not a fan of scuba diving, you won't have to search hard to find something to do in the islands.

If you're not getting scuba certified and you'd like to explore the tropical fish and coral beneath the surface of those beautiful turquoise waters, go on a snorkel tour! In The Bahamas there's also an opportunity to give SNUBA diving a go, which is the closest you'll likely get to scuba diving without going all in.

Tip: Read our Ultimate Guide to SNUBA Diving to find out more. If you haven't tried snorkeling before, take a peek at our snorkeling tips for beginners and explore the best snorkeling spots in Nassau.

If you are a scuba lover and just want a few extra things to do, we've got you covered in our list of things to do in The Bahamas.

For starters, you can spend some time lounging on some of the most incredible beaches in the world while your travel buddy enjoys the beauty of the undersea. There are many great beaches spread across the islands including Cable Beach and Love Beach. Read our post on the best beaches in Nassau to get an idea of where to begin your explorations!


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Many people who vacation in The Bahamas choose to stay on the island of Providenciales, home to capital Nassau. If you'll be staying in this area, our list of things to do in Nassau post offers 78 neat things you can try while you're there, including going on a catamaran cruise and exploring historical forts downtown. You can also experience some deep sea fishing, which many people love!

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Whether you want a bit of history on the side, or something more entertaining like watching the Swimming Pigs of Pig Island, once you plan it out right you'll be able to fit in some really amazing experiences in The Bahamas.


Happy diving!

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You won't soon run out of interesting dive sites in The Bahamas, nor will you exhaust the extensive list of things you can do while there. Make the best of your time in this awe-inspiring part of the world by planning properly - do the things you want to do most first, dive whenever you can, and relax and enjoy your time in paradise!


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Michael and Shawana Rowles - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Beaches Resort, Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Destination Wedding

Lia was very helpful for us in planning our destination wedding to Ocho Rios, Jamaica. We had gone through a few other travel planners first who didn't seem nearly as interested in our needs. We really appreciated the way Lia helped us navigate through some of the complexities, including the local laws of Jamaica and the planning with the resort itself. Even once we got to the resort and ran into a few snags, Lia was able to quickly get those resolved very quickly. We would highly recommend her for anyone planning a destination wedding or any other vacation. Thanks, Lia, for making our destination wedding the most special day of our lives.

Julie and Chieu Vu - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Playa Del Carmen, Large Group, Destination Wedding

Wedding planning can be stressful and overwhelming, but if you're planning on having a destination wedding, especially with a large group, I would highly recommend using All Inclusive Weddings!

From beginning to end, they help with every step; i.e., finding the venue, creating a custom wedding website, and booking all your guests. Their office manager, Linze, was very responsive, helpful, and so sweet! Everything turned out smoothly and we couldn't be happier!

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Alison & Alex K. - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa, Destination Wedding

Stephanie was our incredible travel agent for our destination wedding! She helped with every aspect, quick communication and AMAZING coordination with over 50 different people over 8 states. Stephanie from the beginning, gave options and talked through so many questions I had. I could not have asked for a better right hand woman! 10 out of 10 for Steph, we could not appreciate & trust her more!

Incredible Agent For Our Destination Wedding! 10 Out Of 10 For Steph!

Such an amazing week of memories,laughter & love! Thankful for our people and truly blessed beyond words ♥️♥️

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Leah and Kell Flynn - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Royalton Blue Waters, Montego Bay, Jamaica, Destination Wedding

My husband and I worked with the company's owner, Lia Vincent, and office manager, Linze.

Lia & Linze were both very warm and friendly, and from day one, we could tell cared about us as a couple and our destination wedding success, rather than just seeing us as more clients. I get stressed out easily, so planning my own wedding alone was overwhelming, even though my wedding was 10 months out. I ended up working with Linze, and we pushed up the wedding date with a little less than three months to prepare. I was initially nervous about using a travel agent / wedding planner, but it turned out to be a huge blessing, because it took away a lot of the stress and worry I was experiencing. A bride has so many things to worry about, so having someone else bear the brunt of the work and worry about the nitty-gritty details was a HUGE relief for me.

Why spend hours analyzing vendors and reading reviews, when you can have a pro do it? If you want an intimate wedding, if you want to elope, or if you want a huge all-out, go-into-debt-for-years wedding, and if you're in the market for a wedding travel agent, Lia and Linze should be at the top of your list!

The day of the wedding, everything was so beautiful, and so much better than I could have done on my own. Lia's company finds the best local vendors, so you know you'll get great value in your package, and what's nice is her company offers different packages for different budgets. We worked with and met AMAZING vendors! The reception was so elegant that as soon as I entered the reception, I felt amazement, joy, and relief because being the worrywart and control freak that I sometimes can be, it was hard for me to trust someone to somehow make everything perfect. Lia was able to give us the dream wedding we couldn't have done ourselves. Our family and friends were also amazed, and repeatedly told us how great the wedding, reception, and food were at the resort.

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Darby Brown - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Destination Wedding

I used Stephanie Tindall to help me choose the perfect resort in PV Mexico for where my guests would stay for my destination wedding. She went round and round with me helping me find the perfect location. It had to be nice, trendy, not to outrageously expensive and within a certain mile radius of a marina where my guests needed to go for the wedding. She helped everyone get booked and when things became a little hectic as tracking sometimes can get. She took care of the details. One of my guests had passport issues and she helped talk them through what to do. It was such a relief to have a point of contact for travel related issues so I didn't have to be stressed about it. She did this all with a patient, positive? upbeat and kind attitude through the entire process. I highly recommend her.
Thank you again, Darby Brown

Juliet D. - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
UNICO, Riviera Maya, Mexico Destination Wedding

Unico was wonderful and the perfect place for our wedding! It was quiet and the ceremony was better than expected. We had it on the gazebo and it was away from everything, which was great. The photography was beyond our expectations. We have not received our video yet, but assume it will be just as great. I also used the in house vendor for make up and hair, and was not disappointed. The wedding coordinator, Nazareth, was so sweet and on point. We used the local host quite a bit with WhatsApp, which was quite convenient. Food and drinks were amazing. We were disappointed that 2087 restaurant was down for half of our stay for repairs. We ate at Mi Carisa on our wedding night, which was the perfect choice. Service was also best there. We scheduled 2 tours through the hotel, a sunset cruise and Chichen Itza express. The boat tour was nice. Chichen itza tour was too fast and ok. We really appreciate your recommendations and help booking our wedding and stay. It was wonderful! Thank you again, Juliet and Jason

Jodie Yu - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Hard Rock Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Destination Wedding

We just got back from an AMAZING wedding weekend yesterday. I can't begin to thank you enough for your help and support during the entire process. Everyone had a great time. It truly was one of the best days of my life and I can't believe how stress-free it was once I got there. Thank you Thank you!

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Vivian and James Chevrier - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Secrets Playa Mujeres, Mexico, Destination Wedding

I have never used a travel agent before Lia. I have always been the "I can do everything cheaper by myself on the internet" type person; most of the time, it works great. When my husband and I decided to have a destination wedding, we were not sure about anything - number of guests, length of stay, etc; we also have very demanding jobs, requiring constant travels up until the week before our wedding. So we thought that a travel agent may be a lifesaver; as it turned out, she was. Lia was endorsed as an expert in destination weddings on the American Express Travel website. Although she lived over a 1,000 miles away, I felt comfortable.

As I am not a "girly" person, wedding planning was not my thing; however, party planning and event coordination are. Lia and I treated this "event" like a business and I loved that about her; I needed someone to be truthful and provide honest advice. As it is with my job, I like corresponding via emails because I can have all the information on hand and in writing at all time; Lia always accommodated that, and always very promptly. I'm not talking about several emails over a few months; I'm talking about over the course of over a year. Lia was there to provide support when I had a hard time reach the wedding coordinator; she was there when I freaked out at the resort regarding my brother's return transportation (as it turned out, my brother spoke with the wrong transportation company); she was organized to be able to provide me with spreadsheet of all guest arrival information; she always submitted my requests to Classic Vacation and the resort promptly. James and I cannot thank Lia enough to make everything go smoothly for the biggest event of our lives. All 48 of us had such a great time that we absolutely see another group vacation in the future.

Mark & Casey Shelley - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
UNICO 2087, Riviera Maya, Mexico, Destination Wedding

Read the full details about this destination wedding in our blog post, Mark and Casey Simpsen's Destination Wedding at UNICO 2087. This couple was also featured in the UNICO 2087 Resort blog post, UNICO Destination Wedding, Casey Shelley & Mark Simpsen

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Jenni Johnson - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Beach Palace Cancun, Mexico, Destination Wedding

Lia being referred to me saved me so much wedding planning mental anguish! I had tried with a few other travel agents before I had two different people give me Lia's name, and with each of the previous TAs they had to look into things and call me back (I'm still waiting for those calls). Getting in touch with Lia was a whole new experience, she answered all my initial questions in that first phone call, had so many recommendations, and it was obvious she knew exactly what she was doing. By the time we hung up the first phone call, I had decided on a destination and venue (per Lia's suggestion). She was a God send! A year later, we are still having people talk about what a great trip it was and people are always amazed by what a great turn out we had. We ended up with about 60 people, all booking through Lia and everyone had a flawless experience. One even asked for her name when planning her destination wedding a few months later and was just as pleased! Lia told me a lot through the planning process that I was such a laid-back bride, but it really was because she left me nothing to worry about. She answered any question I had, was always quick to respond to calls and emails, and helped me plan the most perfect wedding ever. I wish I could re-live it all again!!

Sara Thompson - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Cozumel Palace, Mexico, Destination Wedding

My husband Cameron and I got married at the Cozumel Palace in June of 2014 and could not have been more happy with our experience. A destination wedding was definitely the way to go for us and Lia was a great asset in our planning.

Throughout the process we felt completely at ease as she handled some of the most important details of planning for this special time. From her first recommendations of resorts and destinations to her help arranging travel for our closest family and friends we always felt grateful having Lia on our side. We highly recommend Lia Vincent and Palace Resorts for your destination wedding!

Bridgette Cariker - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Le Blanc Spa Resort, Destination Wedding

I am truly so grateful for you and all of your help! Le Blanc was amazing! NOTHING could have been better, except maybe the weather, but the staff, food, and service were above and beyond! We will definitely go back there!! Love, Love, Love you for all of your help - Can NOT thank you enough!!

Saundra Ogden - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Beach Palace, Cancun, Mexico, Destination Wedding

Our Dream Wedding!

Lia was a phenomenal help from the beginning. She was referred to me by a friend, and I was incredibly thankful that we used her. When we started planning, we became overwhelmed with all of the information that is available.

We met with her for about 45 minutes one afternoon, took her pictures of spaces we had seen online and liked, and gave her a list of our "must-haves", a list of things that would be nice but didn't matter too much, and a list of things we absolutely did NOT want. She kind of thought about things for a minute, and then listed 3 resorts that fit every single one of our needs. She then ran sample pricing from EVERY location our guests would be traveling from so we could figure out what best fit our and our guests' travel budgets. After about a million more questions from me, we finally settled on her initial recommendation, the Beach Palace in Cancun. As we went through the process, any time I had a question, problem, or was just worried about something not being right, she was my go-to person. I'm not kidding, she would answer me in like, less than an hour 99% of the time. She even took my file home one weekend to give me more time to figure something out before she ran credit cards and got it booked. She was a Godsend!

Casey Morris - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Riu Palace, Riviera Maya, Mexico, Destination Wedding

My husband Cameron and I got married at the Cozumel Palace in June of 2014 and could not have been more happy with our experience. A destination wedding was definitely the way to go for us and Lia was a great asset in our planning.

Lia with Lia helped us plan our destination wedding in Riviera Maya, Mexico. We had a total of 11 people and she helped each of them set up their arrangements. From the beginning she was so helpful and always quick to respond. She made the entire process a breeze. She communicated with the wedding coordinator at the Riu Palace and made sure everything was just like we wanted. We did not have any issues at all, thanks to Lia and all of her thorough planning. Each of our guests bragged on her and said how easy it was to work with her. I would recommend Lia for all of your planning needs whether it be just a short vacation or a destination wedding. She knows what she is doing and will make sure all of your questions are answered and that you have the best vacation.

Mindy Huffman - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Destination Wedding

My husband and I got married in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico right off the beach. It was pure bliss, and everything I could have ever dreamed of! I may be biased, but destination weddings are certainly the way to go and thanks to our wonderful Travel Agent Lia Vincent at Vincent Vacations, we were able to find the perfect place! I had the opportunity to be able to edit the straight out of camera photos from my wedding! Here is a glimpse of our wedding day in paradise!

Justin and Mariama Jordan - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Iberostar, Grand Punta Cana, Destination Wedding

We had the most amazing time at our wedding. Our guests are still talking about what an amazing trip it was! Thank you for your help with organizing this unforgettable time for us, we cannot wait to put our pictures in our new frame!

Kylee & David - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Dreams, Puerto Aventuras Resort, Destination Wedding

Lia, thank you very much for all of your help with our PERFECT wedding vacation!

Chelsey Groh - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Excellence, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, Destination Wedding

"It was beautiful! Everybody had a fantastic time!"

The staff was wonderful, the rooms were gorgeous, and the food was AMAZING! Our wedding could not have been more perfect and if you have any brides that want a beautiful wedding on a budget, The Excellence Punta Cana would be my number one recommendation. Emy and Livia were fantastic and everything was just PERFECT! Chris couldn't even believe how wonderful it was.

Thank you again for all of your help!!!

Amy Taylor - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Dreams, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Destination Wedding

Our Dream Wedding!

As soon as Jimmy asked me to marry him, I knew we would want a destination wedding. We love to travel, and we love the beach, so there was no more perfect place to start our lives together than a beach in Mexico!

I am not the wedding planning type, and I knew that with a destination wedding, we could get someone else to plan the details for us. Luckily for me, my friend Lia at Vincent Vacations specializes in Destination Weddings. Lia had taken care of trips for us in the past, and I knew she was the perfect person to help me plan this trip. I was right! She helped me look through destinations, and we found the perfect spot: Dreams in Puerto Vallarta! The package came with a wedding planner, who took care of the details for me. 21 of our friends and family came with us, and everyone loved the resort. Our party ranged in age from 7 to 82, and everyone agreed it was an amazing trip. There were activities for the kids, and plenty of excursions for everyone to choose from. The staff was wonderful, and pampered us from the time we arrived. One of my bridesmaids had a broken foot and was on crutches, and was in a wheelchair some. The hotel staff assisted her anytime she needed it, including carrying her and her wheelchair up and down large flights of stairs. They were amazing! All the rooms are ocean front, with beautiful views. Jimmy and I stayed in the "Preferred" tower, and our room came with a great balcony with a hot tub! Most of our guests stayed in the other tower, but the resort is small enough, this was not a problem at all. They all loved their rooms as well. The wedding planner met with me in advance to work out the last minute details and timing. When our wedding day came, everything went perfectly. We got married on the beach right in front of the ocean. We had a sound system and a dj who played all the songs that we picked out in advance. My Dad is a minister, and he performed the service for us. We had 21 in our wedding party, but it felt like a much bigger wedding because lots of people watched the wedding. You could see people everywhere on their balconies watching, which made us feel like rock stars. We had a Mexican band that played a few songs after the wedding. The wedding came with a photographer and videographer who did amazing job! We took pictures right after the wedding, then we had dinner which also came with the wedding. We had steak and chicken which tasted great. Of course, I also asked them for chips and guacamole. (I love the guacamole in Mexico.) They were happy to oblige. They provided the wedding cake after which was amazing. After the wedding, my husband and I stayed for another 4 days, and it was paradise. I could not have asked for a more beautiful place to get married, or a less stressful way to do it. Thanks Lia and Vincent Vacations for making our special day an amazingly unforgettable experience!

John and Jane - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Jamaica, Destination Wedding

Love the pictures one of our brides just shared from her elopement in Jamaica! Thank you for sharing with us! Did you know we book Destination weddings of all sizes? If it's just the 2 of you or a group of 250, give us a call!

Marty Hill - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Grand Fiesta Americana, Los Cabos, Mexico, Destination Wedding

This was the best and easiest decision we made about our entire wedding! Lia at All Inclusive Weddings is the absolute best, extremely intelligent, hard working, and so caring. She truly makes you feel like you are her only client throughout the entire process. We had about 120 people coming to our Cabo wedding and even had to switch resorts, visitors coming from all different states and even Europe. She was calm, and kept the bride and groom calm! Every detail was taken care of and it was made to be the most perfect wedding!

Tiffany Phillips - All Inclusive Beach Wedding
Finest, Playa Mujeres, Mexico, Destination Wedding

I just wanted to thank you for all your hard work to arrange the hotel and transfers for Ashley and Robbie's wedding. It was perfect and everything that she had ever dreamed of! The resort was amazing! We had great food at all the restaurants. The staff went over the top to accommodate any needs that you could have had! Everyone felt safe and the beaches are beautiful. Since it's more private you don't get the crazy vendors walking the beach trying to sell you stuff. Our family loved it so much and we defiantly will be planning another vacation. You will be the first I call if we need help to organize something! Thank you again for everything

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