Monday, April 7, 2014

Honeymoon Islands {Vendor Love}


Even though the travel industry has changed drastically with the advent of online travel sites, I've always thought a good travel agent is crucial when planning a honeymoon. I've seen the miracles that honeymoon planners can pull off (free upgrades, extra amenities, welcome gifts) for no more than the client would have normally paid. Plus, honeymoon planners know the best resorts to fit each couple's personality (and the best resorts in general). They know which spots are paradise and which are just hype.

I've been recommending Teresa with Honeymoon Islands for close to twenty years now and she has made so many Engaging Affairs couples happy. I asked Teresa to share a little about her company and some of her top honeymoon recommendations. So here is a little about Teresa and stay tuned the rest of the week for her top honeymoon spots!




Honeymoon Islands specializes in luxury travel planning for the discriminating traveler. As masters in luxury & romantic travel, they take great pride in planning honeymoons, destination weddings, and celebration travel.

Their mission is to ensure that their clients experience the ultimate in luxury and service. They strive to create an unparalleled travel experience for their clients. For the more discerning traveler, Honeymoon Islands offers a concierge service to facilitate those extra special requests which raise the vacation experience to another level.


 Honeymoon Islands has been featured on the Travel Channel's Great Escapes as offering the most unique romantic honeymoon ideas and locations. They have participated in the American Music Awards luxury getaways as part of their well-known celebrity gift bags and served on the Travel Advisor board for Destination Weddings & Honeymoon Magazine, Islands Magazine, Spa Magazine, Caribbean Travel + Life Magazine.

Honeymoon Islands has knowledge, passion, and experience to create a journey of a lifetime. Contact Teresa at Honeymoon Islands today so she and her team can show you the difference between a nice trip and an unforgettable experience. "If you can dream it, we will create it."


As President, Teresa Belcher has been recognized by the travel industry as an expert in honeymoon planning. With over 30 years in the travel business and a penchant for all the best that life has to offer, Teresa streamlined her business to focus on luxury romantic travel. She is dedicated to creating the most memorable travel experiences for her clients by understanding their individual needs and matching those needs with the appropriate destination/venue. She travels the world over evaluating new locales to determine if they meet the high standards set forth by Honeymoon Islands and fostering relationships with property managers so as to better serve her clients.

“Since my inception into the travel business, I have always had an unwavering passion for travel and making my clients happy.  I derive the greatest pleasure in the feedback that I get from my clients.  Beside my love of travel, I am romantic at heart.  It is my unwavering passion for romance and travel that led me to create my business Honeymoon Islands.  I think what separates me from other honeymoon planners is my genuine love for what I do and making people happy.  More important than the professional accolades, I live and breathe romance & travel and will go the distance to ensure that the honeymoons I put together for my clients creates memories for them that transcend lifetimes!”  


 Besides her love of luxury travel to destinations all over the world, Teresa is an avid animal lover and enjoys all the great things life has to offer; great food and wine, good friends and family. She especially loves dancing to the beat of good music! Surrounding herself with all the good things in life is what it is all about. "I strive every day to help others live their dream." She definitely lives the famous quote from Mark Twain, "Dance like there's nobody watching; love like you'll never get hurt. Sing like there's nobody listening; live like it's heaven on earth."

For more information about Honeymoon Islands please visit www.honeymoonislands.com   T/ 703.753.8115  E: teresa@honeymoonislands.com


Friday, April 4, 2014

Romance at Congressional Country Club {Jenna + Mike}


You may remember seeing this lovely wedding over on the United With Love blog. Well, it's so pretty we want to showcase it twice! We love the soft colors of this wedding and sweet and charming details!




A touching "first look" for the couple.





The stunning bridal party!




Lovely ceremony details . . .







The heartfelt ceremony outside under the natural chuppah.






And on to the reception inside the ballroom with decor by Edge!











Thanks to the wonderful vendors who made this day happen and congratulations to the beautiful couple!

Venue: Congressional Country Club
Officiant: Rabbi Joui Hessel
Photographer: k. thompson photography
Ceremony Music: Sage String Quartet
Reception Music: Prime Time
Floral Design: Edge Flowers
Bridal Attire: Maggie Sottero
Hair: Claudine Fay
Shoes: Betsey Johnson from Macy’s
Bridesmaids Shoes: Bill Levkoff
Favors: Sugar & Ice

Thursday, April 3, 2014

Throwback Thursday!


A lovely image from a wedding many years ago at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. This couple now has a sweet little family. So fun thinking back on the hundreds of happy couples we've worked with over the decades!

We love working at this stunning venue! Floral decor by Multiflor and image by Juan Carlos Briceno.

Monday, March 31, 2014

Destination Wedding Details! {Christine & Victor}



More of Christine and Victor's stunning wedding in Puerto Rico. We are obsessed with the gorgeous design details!





















Photographer: Greg Gibson
Venue/Caterers: El San Juan Resort & Casino
Makeup: Nikki Fraser, Beauty ’n the Bride
Groom’s Tux: Hugo Boss, Nordstrom
Cocktail: Mango mojito
Florist: Arquetipo
Flowers: White orchids, garden roses, and chrysanthemums
Music/Entertainment: Violines Galanterien for ceremony, DJ Rockhand for the reception
First Dance Song: “Undeniable” by Mat Kearney
Invitations: Designers Fine Press, Michelle’s Memos
Printing: Sprites Ink