Top 4 Reasons to Follow IMAGES by Alexander (Bahamas) on Pinterest!

We hope that you are following us on Pinterest, but if you are not, here is why you should...

1. While planning your Destination Wedding, you can create boards for your Photographer and Wedding Planner to look at, so that they get to know the things you love, and be more able to translate it into the wedding of your dreams.
2. We have a Pinterest Board that has lots of great information about "Planning a Destination Wedding".
3. We provide you with samples of our Destination Weddings and Other Photography to help you decide if we are the Photographer you need when in the Bahamas. (We think so :D)
4. And lastly, Pinterest is fun and can really be an asset when planning a wedding, so you should join today.

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When you've finished hanging out on Pinterest, visit our website to see more of our work and learn more about who we are!

If you are ready to book us, contact us now!

Choose your Wedding Photographer wisely!

We know that there are lots of photographers out there, and even more folks with cameras.  So choose wisely, your memories will thank you!

Check out our website for more information and samples of our work. We'll see you soon!

#bahamasdestinationweddings #memoriesinthemaking #ibabahamas

Professional Photographer or Relative with a Camera....You Decide!

Wondering if you should hire a professional photographer or just ask a friend or relative to take your pictures? Read the picture below...hope it helps! #ibabahamas#bahamasdestinationwedding #professionalphotographer

Check out our website at www.ibabahamas.com

Top 7 Reasons to have a Bahamas Destination Wedding!

After the proposal, many couples began discussing plans for their wedding.  Having a destination wedding is a choice that many brides find a difficult one with so many places to choose from. If you're not quite sure if a destination wedding is for you, here are my top 7 reasons why a destination wedding in the Bahamas is the right choice.

#1 - A lot of locales to choose from.  The Bahamas is made up of 700 islands and cays. You can choose a major resort, a boutique hotel, a palatial residence, or private cay for your nuptials.

#2 - It's easier and less stressful.  Most resorts offer free planning assistance or you can hire one of the many independent professional wedding planners to fulfill your wedding day desires.

#3- No need to worry about a lot of decor.  The waters and beaches of the Bahamas are unparalleled.  But if the soft sands aren't what you are looking for, the Bahamas boasts many beautiful historical sites and churches to hold your wedding.

#4 - No family drama; just family fun!  No worrying about arguments among relatives over wedding planning. Instead everyone will be happy to have fun in the sun and plenty of relaxation.  Destination weddings are like having a wedding, vacation, and family reunion all-in-one.

#5 - Grooms get involved.  With a destination wedding in the Bahamas, grooms are more likely to assist with the planning.  With so many activities available on so many different islands, they may want to add some adventure to your ceremony.

#6 - No people quite like Bahamians.  The Bahamian people are some of the friendliest and welcoming in the Caribbean. Once you arrive, you'll wonder what took you so long to get here.

#7 - Gorgeous wedding photos.  With views like no other, you won't need a phony backdrop or man made structures to enhance you pictures.  Every time you look at your wedding pictures, you will be transported to time and place that you will cherish for a lifetime.

To see pictures from some of the destination weddings we have been privileged to photograph, please check out our wedding gallery!

A Valentine's Day Wedding: Alberta & Cristiano - Exuma, Bahamas Destination Wedding

What could be more romantic than having a wedding on Valentine's Day?  The answer...having your wedding on Valentine's day in Great Exuma!

Alberta & Cristiano on their special day

With picturesque backgrounds, cool breezes, and soft sand,  Great Exuma, Bahamas is an ideal place for a destination wedding. Our bride and groom, Alberta and Cristiano chose the island of Great Exuma to exchange their vows and celebrated their nuptials at several locations with the help of A Wedding Breeze.

Alberta & Cristiano leaving St. Theresa's.

The happy couple had their ceremony at the St. Theresa Catholic Church in George Town.  This small chapel is quite a historic building in the heart of George Town.

The couple also made several stops on the island to include Turquoise Cay Resort and Frangipani Italian Restaurant.

Alberta & Cristiano ~ Ferry Bridge, Little Exuma

Alberta & Cristiano arriving at Turquoise Cay

Alberta & Cristiano @ Tropic of Cancer Beach - Little Exuma

This will be one Valentine's Day that neither Alberta or Cristiano will forget.  We would like to wish this lovely couple the best in the marriage with lots of love and happiness for years to come.

If you would like to see more photos from this wedding, you can see them in Alberta & Cristiano's Wedding Gallery.

Thinking about getting married in the Bahamas and don't know what to do next, please contact us now and we'll help you through the process.

You can find out more about us or see more of our work on our website.

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Happy Valentine's Day!

We would like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day.  Take time to let other's know you love them, but most importantly, take time today to love YOURSELF!

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Vendor Spotlight : Kwanza Clay Bowe

#KwanzaClayBowe

We appreciate all of the vendors that we work with.
This month we would like to highlight one of the best wedding planners in the Bahamas - Kwanza Clay Bowe!

Kwanza is awesome! She's the owner and lead planner at A Wedding Breeze.  The work she is able to do is simply amazing and that's why she's known as The Exuma Destination Wedding Expert™.

We've had the opportunity to work with Kwanza on several weddings. Brides that want a little or a lot benefit for Kwanza's expertise when it comes to Destination weddings in the Bahamas.  Whether it's an intimate affair with just the bride and groom, or a wedding with a full bridal party and lots of guests, Kwanza can give the bride all that she's dreaming of.

Some of the most romantic weddings that Kwanza has planned were held on the private beach she co-owns with her husband KB. The beach and bar, known as Chat 'N' Chill, has some of the prettiest sand and water and is an ideal location for a destination wedding.  Kwanza has also planned weddings in other locations in Exuma to include a private cay and at the Grand Isle Resort.

Here are just a few pictures of the beautiful custom settings she provides for her wedding couples.

#aweddingbreeze   Wedding set up by Kwanza Clay Bowe

If you are interested in working with Kwanza, you can reach her at A Wedding Breeze or at Chat 'N' Chill.

To see more pictures from the destination weddings we've covered, please go to our Wedding Gallery!

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Henry Brother Kayak Expedition has made it to EXUMA!

After leaving the Turks & Caicos, the Henry Brothers have made it to the Exuma chain and we are so excited to be a stop on their way to Florida.

Henry Brothers kayaking through the Exumas

The Henry Brothers (Russell and Graham) are a kayaking duo from Victoria, BC that are on a mission to kayak from Belem, Brazil to Florida, USA.  This is quite a journey, but the brothers are using this opportunity to make stops at some exciting places along the way.

The Henry Brothers are being hosted in Exuma, by one of the newest boutique hotels on Great Exuma, Turquoise Cay.  This luxurious hotel is just what the brothers needed for a little rest and relaxation before continuing on their journey.

Henry Brothers answer questions from students.

While in Exuma, the Henry Brothers made a point to give back to the local community by spending some of their down time with some of the local kids at Williams Town Primary School.  The kids were excited to hear about the past 6 months of the brother's journey.  Lots of questions were asked, which was expected. Because how often do you meet people that dare to travel the world in a kayak?

Henry Brothers pose with students from Williams Town Primary.

After the stop at Williams Town Primary School, the Henry Brothers were treated to a relaxing lunch at one of the most beautiful locations in Exuma, Santana's Bar & Grill! Santana's has great water views and some of the best native food on the island.  All you need is an ice cold kalik and it's pretty much perfection.

Henry Brothers and ice cold Kalik!

Dee serves up the good stuff!

After spending a little time on Great Exuma, the Henry Brothers continued their journey through the Exuma chain with a stop at Farmers Cay to enjoy a little time at the Farmers Cay Regatta.  We wish the Henry Brothers all the best on their journey to Florida.  We hope they have great weather and smooth waters along the way.

You can find out more about the Henry Brother Kayak Expedition and be sure to LIKE their Facebook Page!

You can see more of the pictures we captured in our Henry Brother Kayak gallery.

Get READY...It's CONTEST time!

Let's get EXCITED! It's CONTEST time at IMAGES by Alexander (Bahamas)

RULES

This contest is open to all families in the Bahamas.

1. Submit a photo to our Facebook Fan Page with your name and island to be posted to our page. (Submission Deadline is Monday, February 17, 2014!)
2. When your photo is posted LIKE our page AND LIKE your photo to be entered.
3. Share your photo with family and friends and ask them to vote for you. For votes to count, persons must LIKE your photo AND LIKE our page. If they don't do both, the vote will not count. Sharing your photo will help get the word out and hopefully gain your family more votes.
4. The family with the most votes will be declared the winner, and will receive a private family photo shoot from us!

GOOD LUCK!

Head on over to our Facebook Fan Page right now to get started.  If you would like to see more of our work, check out our Family Photography Gallery right now.

OOOH...We have a CONTEST coming!!!!

Has it been a while since your family had a great photo taken?  Do you look back at family photos and wish you could have a do-over?  Do your family photos look like this?

Taken from AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com

No worries...IMAGES by Alexander (Bahamas) is giving away a free Photo Shoot to One deserving Bahamian Family.  Enter to win, and your family could have family photos that you will proud to share with the world, like this...

Stay tuned for the details on how to enter and the voting rules.

If you would like to see more of the work we've done, please go to our Family Photography Gallery.

Exuma's 1st Annual District Awards Ceremony : The Nelson A. Ranger Golf Camp and Scholarship Fund in Collaberation with the Bahamas Department of Education

Students with 3.50+ G.P.A were awarded.

#TeamEducation

There is no question that a good education is one of the cornerstone's in a child's development. But no matter how much education is talked about, and catchphrases like "Reading is Fundamental" or "School is Cool - Stay in School"; children want to know that adults are paying attention to their hard work.  Really all people at some point want to be recognized and acknowledged for their tenacity in life. This year, The Bahamas Department of Education chose to show the students of Exuma that they see the hard work that's being put forth by all ages. 

The 1st Annual District Awards Ceremony was held at the Sandals Resort Great Exuma.  This event was in honor of those students that achieved a G.P.A of 3.50 or higher.  Each student received a trophy for their accomplishments.

With such a positive event happening, I couldn't miss an opportunity to photograph this moment for these young achievers. I also knew this was an opportunity for me to give a little something to those that really excelled.  For the past two years, my charitable organization the Nelson A. Ranger Golf Camp & Scholarship Fund gives financial scholarships to deserving students that are heading to college to pursue their academic dreams. I absolutely feel this is a noble cause, because I think that learning is important as I try to learn something new every day myself.  But, the scholarships are given out every August, and I had been looking for other opportunities throughout the school year to further encourage students to excel.

With the help of my fantastic sponsors, like Exuma Markets LTD, Christian Joest, and Doeboi Enterprises, we were able to reward three high achieving students for their diligence and perseverance. The winners were selected from both government-run and private schools based on their overall G.P.A and additional academic achievements.  The winners were as follows:

1st Place - Rebecca Knowles, L.N. Coakley Senior High School

Rebecca received an iPad, an iPad cover, and a $50 gift certificate for school supplies.

Rebecca's mother, Julie Knowles accepts on behalf of her daughter from Magnolia Morley, Treasurer of the Nelson A. Ranger Golf Camp & Scholarship Fund.

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2nd Place - J'Cey Taylor, St. Andrew's Anglican School

J'Cey received a laptop computer and a $75 gift certificate for school supplies

J'Cey accepting her prizes from Magnolia Morley.

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3rd Place - Jon-Marie Gorte, St. Andrew's Anglican School

Jon-Marie recieved a $150 gift certificate for school supplies.

Jon-Marie accepting her prize from Magnolia Morley.

It goes without saying that the members of the Nelson A. Ranger Golf Camp & Scholarship Fund and myself want only the best for the children of Exuma.  We may be a small island in a chain of 700, but we are all capable of great things.  I would like to personally thank all of the fantastic sponsors, the teachers, and parents that continue to show support for the education of our children.

If you would like to see more pictures for this encouraging event, please check out the gallery on IMAGES by Alexander (Bahamas).  Feel free to LIKE, COMMENT, or SHARE the photos with family and friends. Also, if you are interested in becoming a future sponsor of the Nelson A. Ranger Golf Camp & Scholarship Fund, please feel free to contact us!