Get your passports ready… We can't wait to say "I do" in front of you!

Welcome, family and friends to our wedding website. Find all the details you need to know about our big day here. We've provided travel instructions, hotel and transportation accommodations, local recs and the schedule for our wedding weekend. 

So have fun, take a look around, and don’t forget to RSVP!

From Columbus to Montego Bay, we can’t wait to travel the world with you! Thank you for your ongoing love and support.

Click here for a quick video walkthrough of the website from our travel agent, Lindsay. 

Karrina & Ian are very much looking forward to spending time with you in Jamaica.

Please read through all sections below, check the FAQs, and don’t forget to fill out the RSVP form to start getting pricing!  Even if you are still unsure if you can make it, it is very helpful to receive an RSVP.

Tentative schedule for the week of the wedding:

Keep in mind that the arrival and departure dates are suggestions, you can stay as little or as long as you’d like! 

Wednesday, July 12, 2023: Guests arrive. Enjoy the resort! 

Thursday, July 13, 2023: Guests arrive. 

Friday, July 14, 2023:  Relax at the resort. Group Excursion*! Welcome party*!

Saturday, July 15, 2023:  The big day! Ceremony at 5:00 with a cocktail hour and reception to follow. Bring your dancing shoes!

Sunday, July 16, 2023: Relax after the wedding

Monday, July 17, 2023: Suggested departure date

Even if you’re not 100% sure that you can make the trip, and you just want to get more info, please click here to fill out the RSVP form. 

Reserve your room in 2 easy steps!

1. Complete the RSVP form. You will be able to compare rooms and rates from within the RSVP form. NOTE: Once you successfully submit your RSVP, you will receive a copy of your responses via e-mail. If you have not received this, then you may not have finished submitting your RSVP. 

2. Submit your deposit. Once you’ve completed the RSVP form you will automatically be directed to an optional payment page to submit your deposit. Please remember that pricing and availability are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. If you wish to make occasional or monthly payments, please use the same link.

Room deposit: $150.00 per person. If there are two people in your room, then your total deposit will be $300. 

Important Dates: 

RSVP Deadline: August 7, 2022

Deposit Deadline: August 31, 2022

Second Deposit due (50% of total): December 1, 2022

Final Payment: April 1, 2023

Please note!  submitting an RSVP form does not guarantee your room. You must place a deposit on a room to hold your room & rate.

You can find the answer to the most frequently asked questions here!

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At Excellence Oyster Bay, the amenities include:

• Unlimited access to the restaurants and bars. Reservations are not required for dinner.
• 24/7 room service
• Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
• Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
• Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water, and beer
• Daily maid service
• Daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
• Theme parties, oceanfront bars, and entertainment venues
• No wristbands required
• Free Wi-Fi
• All taxes and gratuities

The following rooms are included in the room block.  You will find the rates in the rates section. If there is a certain room that you are interested in, please RSVP & pay your deposit as soon as possible. We can not guarantee availability until a deposit has been paid.

Oceanview vs. Oceanfront: There can be a lot of confusion around these terms. Rooms with an ocean view will be able to see the water from their room, but there could be a side view or there could be buildings in between. Oceanfront rooms will have a straight-on view of the ocean. 

Junior Suite Run of House (max 2 people): 800 square feet. Inside these Jamaica suites, guests will discover full marble bathrooms with a rain shower for two, a sumptuously appointed bed, and upscale services like twenty-four hour room service.

• 1 king bed & L-shaped sofa
• Max 2 adults

Junior Suite Garden View (must be 3 people): 800 square feet. A world of luxury awaits in these Junior Suites with Garden Views where in-suite jacuzzis, spa-like bathrooms with rainfall showers, and high end offerings, like turndown service and a fully-stocked premium minibar, make Montego Bay your own personal paradise.

• 1 king bed or 2 double beds
• We will only allow 3-person groups to book this room. 

Junior Suite with Plunge Pool Gardenview (max 2 people): 900 square feet. Book the ultimate Jamaica resort escape with private plunge pools and lovely garden views in these luxe Junior Suites. Complete with an expansive, fully-furnished, private balcony and over-the-top offerings like an in-suite jacuzzi, an in-suite premium liquor selection, twenty-four hour room service, and spa-like marble bathrooms, these Montego Bay suites meld the luxury of a high end resort with the warm hospitality of Jamaica and the creature comforts of home.

• King bed & L shaped sofa
• Max 2 adults

Oceanfront Junior Suite (max 2 people): 800 square feet. Stunning outdoor living seamlessly converges with the best of indoor offerings in these ocean view resort suites, where every detail has been designed for rest and relaxation from the inside out. An idyll retreat from your Jamaican day, indulge in your own in-suite jacuzzi, full marble bathroom, and relaxing twenty-four hour room service.

• King bed & L shaped sofa
• Max 2 adults

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Partial Ocean View (max 2 people): 800 square feet. Outfitted with all of the upgraded perks and amenities of the Excellence Club, these ocean view resort suites bring an entirely new level of luxury to your Jamaican vacation. Upgrades such as private check-in, late check-out, Bvlgari toiletries, and access to exclusive Excellence Club areas make these Excellence Oyster Bay suites a true VIP experience, while in-suite offerings such as a jacuzzi for two, a luxe pillow menu, and full marble bathrooms ensure you never want to leave.

• King bed & L shaped sofa
• Max 2 adults

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Private Pool (max 2 people): 950 square feet. A garden oasis makes this Excellence Club Junior Suite with Private Pool your perfect Oyster Bay sanctuary. All of the upgrades of the Excellence Club, such as private check-in, in-suite fresh flowers and a bottle of bubbly upon arrival, in-suite fruit and petit fours, and a complimentary hydrotherapy treatment at our Miilé Spa, come complete with your stay, while chic design and sprawling interiors welcome you home.

• King bed
• max 2 adults

Excellence Club Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool Oceanfront (max 2 people): 950 square feet. Ocean front views set the stage for an unforgettable vacation in these Jamaica suites, where fully-furnished, private rooftop terraces and private plunge pools invite you to indulge in the warmth and beauty of Montego Bay. Inside, thoughtful luxury awaits with a jetted whirlpool bathtub, full marble bathroom, and stunning fusion of classic and contemporary Caribbean design, while all of the upgraded amenities of the Excellence Club are integrated into every aspect of your stay.

• King bed
• Max 2 adults

Excellence Club Rooms include the following upgrades

The Excellence Club represents the ultimate in luxury, privacy, exclusivity and service. Most of our Excellence Club suites offer either impressive ocean views or Private Pool.

• Private check-in & check-out / Late check-out & early check-in (subject to availability)

• Concierge desk in every building (7am to 11pm)

• 2 private lounges (7am to 11pm) with concierge service, smart buffets & premium bar service

• Private restaurants for breakfast & dinner at lounges

• Private bars at lounges

• Private beach bar

• Bvlgari toiletries

• Upgraded minibar & room service menu

• 2 private pools

• Private beach areas

• Complimentary beach
bag for use during your stay

• Shoe shine service

• Daily fruit & petit fours in suite

• Fresh flowers and sparkling wine in suite upon arrival

• Upgraded in-suite premium liquor selection

• One Aqua Wellness treatment per person per stay

Double Occupancy Rates 

Rates are per person, based on two or three people sharing a room.

Rates include hotel and airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional.

Junior Suite Run of House: $260 per person per night

Junior Suite Gardenview [only allowed at triple occupancy] $270 per person per night

Junior Suite with Plunge Pool Gardenview: $280 per person per night

Oceanfront Junior Suite: $300 per person per night

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Partial Ocean View: $310 per person per night

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Private Pool: $330 per person per night

Excellence Club Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool Oceanfront: $350 per person per night

Single Occupancy Rates

Rates are based on only one person being in a room by themselves.  Rates include hotel and airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional.

PLEASE NOTE:  If you initially book a room by yourself, it will be at this single-occupancy rate.  If at any point before final payment you add someone to your room, your rate will automatically change to the double-occupancy rate above.

Junior Suite Run of House: $390 per night

Junior Suite with Plunge Pool & Garden View: $420 per night

Oceanfront Junior Suite: $450 per night

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Partial Ocean View: $465 per night

Excellence Club Junior Suite with Private Pool: $495 per night

Excellence Club Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool Oceanfront: $525 per night

If you are viewing this on a cell phone, please double-check that you are looking at the correct rates (double occupancy vs. single occupancy).  

Please note that there is a 3-night minimum. 

Please click here to submit the RSVP form.

Can’t make it? We’ll miss you! You can decline and be removed from the email list via the RSVP form.

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You will fly into the Montego Bay in Jamaica. The airport code is MBJ.

Given changes in the airline industry and the global pandemic, we encourage you to book your flights directly with the airline. If you want to discuss your flights more or would like us to send you specific flight suggestions, please let me know.

Your reservation includes airport transfers but we cannot book your transfers without your flight details.

Make sure to book your flights for the same days as your hotel reservation. If you plan to extend your stay at a different resort, please let me know so I can book your transfers accordingly.

Here are some tips:

• Direct flights ensure more seamless and less stressful travel so consider booking a direct flight even if it is a little more expensive.
• If you do have to book a flight with a layover, please pay close attention to the layover times. Airlines are notorious for allowing short layovers with a very high likelihood of missing the connection. While no one wants to sit around the airport for hours, you also don’t want the headache of missing your layover because of a short connection. I suggest choosing a schedule that has at least 1.5 hours on the way to your destination. On your way home, I suggest at least 2 hours to give extra time to get through immigration.
• Pick an arriving flight as early in the day as you prefer so that you have more time at your destination.
• For your returning flight, the ground transportation company will often pick you up three to four hours before your flight time so pick as late a departing flight as your schedule allows
• Some airlines provide tickets that can be changed or canceled without a fee. This costs more upfront but can be helpful in these uncertain times.

Round trip transportation from the airport is included in the package. Once you have cleared customs and collected your bags, please proceed outside to the transfer area. 

Your transfers will be shared with anyone in the wedding group who is booked on the same flights as you. 

Cancellation Policy

• Before April 1, 2023: The original deposit is non-refundable
• April 1, 2023-May 1, 2023: 75% penalty unless you have travel insurance
• After May 1, 2023: 100% penalty unless you have travel insurance

Travel insurance will protect you from these cancellation fees if you need to cancel after your reservation is already in penalty.

Please note! Once the final payment due date has passed, penalties also apply to a reduction in nights, room category, or the number of people in your room.

I know that you may not be able to think of a reason that you would cancel your trip right now. It may be tempting to not include the cancellation insurance. Keep in mind that the cancellation policy above will not be waived for ANY reason unless you have this cancellation travel insurance. This includes if you get COVID or the flu right before the trip and cannot travel. 

Still think you don't need insurance? Here are 14 reasons why you do!  These are all real reasons that weddings guests have had to cancel after the penalty period started. 

If you’re attending a destination wedding, chances are you’re booking several months in advance. While we’re sure you have every intention of making the trip, life can be unpredictable. The months between the deposit and your anticipated date of travel could bring a job change, illness, or other circumstances that could prevent you from traveling. Purchasing travel insurance is a smart investment that will protect you from financial loss.  

And because most medical insurance policies do not offer coverage outside the United States, we do not recommend traveling without insurance. Our trip insurance covers trip delay, trip cancellation, some medical coverage, lost luggage, and more. 

How does the Cancellation coverage work? 

• The travel insurance would cover you with a “cancel for any reason” policy that would give you a refund for any non-refundable portions of your land reservation as long as you cancel at least 2 hours before departure. It does not include coverage for airfare.
• Price: $150 per person
• The cost of travel insurance is not refundable. 

The insurance also includes the following in-travel coverage. 

Please note that these are the policies that are in place as of June 24, 2022. These rules could change between now and your departure date. Any updates will be posted here. The cancellation policy will not be waived if any of these policies change. 

Q. Is a COVID test required to enter Jamaica?

A. Beginning April 16, 2022, Jamaica will no longer require visitors to take pre covid tests before coming to the island. It will also not be mandatory to wear masks in enclosed public areas.

Q. Am I required to take a test to return to the United States? 

A. Effective June 12, 2022, travelers to the US are no longer required to test the day before flying home. 

Q. Could the COVID travel rules change? 

A. Definitely. It is impossible to know if the testing rules will be reinstated. Jamaica never required travelers to be vaccinated, but that is technically a possibility. If that would be an issue, we strongly suggest that you get the cancellation insurance offered with your reservation. 

Q. What happens if there is a travel ban?

A. In the event of a travel ban, we would move the date of the wedding. We will make every effort to ensure that everyone in the group is able to keep the same room and number of nights at the current group rate. 

Q. Does the travel insurance cover us if we decide to cancel due to fear of COVID?

A. Yes. Our travel insurance is a ” cancel for any reason” policy. 

Q. If there is a travel ban, aren’t the hotels and airlines required to give us a full refund?

A. No, they are not required to offer a refund for anything that falls under force majeure such as government shutdowns, war, pandemics, or acts of God. We strongly encourage you to purchase trip insurance to protect yourself from a financial loss.

We offer a lot of great excursions in this destination! We recommend that you pre-book your excursions. By booking your excursions in advance you won’t have to worry about exchange rates, getting closed out of something that you really want to do, or getting stuck in a timeshare presentation when you thought you were going zip lining! Most of our excursions include transportation.

Keep in mind that certain tours may include a transfer of 2 or more hours each way. The tours that I have listed here are the closest to the resort. 

Close to the Excellence Oyster bay

Luminous Lagoon: Right around the corner from Excellence Oyster Bay. This lagoon, surrounded by mangroves, is home to microscopic organisms that emit a bio-luminescent light when agitated. The water glows a beautiful blue and becomes illuminated when these organisms are disturbed. As the fish in the lagoon swim and dart around, you can see their outlines as streaks of light, shooting around in the darkness of night. When it rains, the lagoon ‘lights up’ with the drops of water dancing on the surface. Truly an amazing experience! Plan ahead and bring a towel and swimsuit so you can take a swim during the night-time tour on the Luminous Lagoon to illuminate yourself and the waters around you. Bucket list item, for sure… Pro tip:  bring along an old swimsuit for this tour & make sure to rinse it out after the tour. 

Martha Brea rafting tour: Right around the corner from Excellence Oyster Bay. Tap into your inner romantic on the Martha Brae River rafting experience in Jamaica. Renowned for its rafting, this area is all about getting personal with nature at a chilled pace. Your experienced guide will navigate your very own 30-foot bamboo raft through the jade-green waters of the Martha Brae River. Not a fast and furious ride, it's more of a romantic meander through some of Jamaica's most beautiful natural spots.

.. and more! 

Q. Why should we book our travel with Bliss Honeymoons?

A. Great question! By booking with Bliss Honeymoons your travel arrangements will be handled by an experienced agent who not only understands all the details of your travel arrangements but has been to this resort and/or destination. Booking with Bliss Honeymoons also means:

• You’ll get to take advantage of the great group rate
• You will receive all the benefits of the group amenity package
• You won’t have to worry about getting bumped to a different resort
• We’ll be available to assist you both before and during your trip
• You’ll get better trip insurance than what is available from an online site.
• You get to support a local business
• You won’t pay more than booking with an online site
• It is extremely helpful for Karrina & Ian to have everyone book with their travel agent. This helps everything stay organized. 

Have questions about flights, rooms, rates, and more? Check out the frequently asked questions here! 

Please contact us with any questions! We’re looking forward to working with you!

For faster service, please complete the RSVP form before contacting us with questions.

If you need to make a change to your RSVP or reservation, please send an email. 

You can find the answers to many frequently asked questions here.

Agent: Lindsay Barrie

Email address: lindsay@blisshoneymoons.com

Phone: 614-499-9927

The best time to reach us is between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern, Monday through Friday.

We make every effort to provide a same-day response during normal business hours.

Please only utilize text messages in the event of an emergency.

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