Stephanie And Michael's Wedding In The Bahamas

We met through Michael’s stepsister, who was my high school friend. She invited me to one of his soccer games, and I couldn’t resist teasing him when he missed a goal. He fired back with some flirty banter, and from that moment, there was a spark. A few months later, his stepsister invited me to a Raptors game because they had an extra ticket. After that, we started talking all the time, quickly becoming close friends. Over five months, those feelings of friendship deepened, and we finally admitted how we felt about each other.

Taking the next step was easy because it just felt right. Even before we got engaged, we knew we wanted to get married in the Bahamas. Michael had always dreamed of a destination wedding, while I had always pictured myself walking down the aisle of an Orthodox Church. When we found out there was a Greek church in the Bahamas, we knew it was perfect—a beautiful blend of both our dreams. It was a decision that reflected not just our love for each other, but also the way we’ve always found the perfect balance together.

Bringing our traditions to the Bahamas was something that was also very important to us. But we didn’t know what to expect trying to orchestrate a traditional Orthodox wedding in this tropical paradise, but the experience surpassed our expectations.

From the charming blue and white Greek church to our Toronto band playing lively Greek and Macedonian melodies, every detail resonated with our heritage. Even the traditional pig dance was infused with Bahamian flair, creating a unique blend of cultures. Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our dedicated team, whose efforts turned our vision into a breathtaking reality. Choosing Sapodilla as our reception venue was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. The estate’s breathtaking ambiance provided the perfect backdrop for our celebration.

Working with our own wedding planner Fidan from Designed Dream, who worked closely with the venue coordinator and all other vendors had made the planning process seamless, helping us navigate all the pieces for our special day. An added bonus was seeing the staff genuinely excited and engaged during our traditional customs which added an extra layer of joy to the experience.

Wedding Planners:

Designed Dream Events Inc. | @destination_wedding_dream

Wedding & Event Venues:

Sapodilla Estate | @sapodillarestaurant

Photographer:

Angelo Sertsis Fotografiia | @as.fotograf

DJ:

Furze Entertainment | @furzeentertainment

Cake & Desserts:

The Boutique Cake | @theboutiquecake

Wedding Beauty Services:

Sophia Michelle Artistry | @sophiamichelleartistry

Wedding Dresses:

Superior Bridal | @superiorbridal

Wedding Dresses:

Park And Fifth | @parkandfifthco

Wedding Dresses:

4menunited | @4menunited

Musicians & Entertainment:

Balkan Entertainment Toronto (greek Band) | @balkanentertainmenttoronto

Florist:

Bahama Fantasies | @bahamafantasies242

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