Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Welcome to our Wedding

We are so excited to celebrate this special moment with our closest family and friends. Your presence in Montego Bay, Jamaica means everything to us, and we look forward to welcoming you to an elegant all-black evening attire affair.

Kindly visit the sections above for additional details and to RSVP.

Dress Code: All-Black Evening Attire

Our celebration will reflect a refined and timeless aesthetic. Guests are kindly requested to wear all black evening attire.Given the tropical setting, we encourage lightweight, breathable fabrics while maintaining an elevated and polished look.For Women:Floor-length, midi, or elegant cocktail dressesLightweight fabrics such as chiffon, silk, or crepeAll black styling (no prints or additional colors)For Men:Black suit with dress shirt Black dress trousers paired with a black dress shirt, a lightweight black suit, or polished all-black separatesLightweight suiting fabrics encouragedBlack dress shoes or loafersWe appreciate your participation in creating a cohesive and elegant atmosphere.

Our Wedding

Some stories happen instantly.Ours unfolded over time.Ryan and Simone officially met in 2017 while working at the same company, where a genuine friendship formed naturally. What neither of them fully realized then was that life had been quietly trying to bring them together long before that moment. As children growing up in Jamaica, Simone would often visit Ryan’s aunt’s home for Sunday dinners with her mother, who was friends with Ryan’s aunt. Around the same time, Ryan was there too visiting family. Looking back, they laugh at the idea that they probably should have met when they were five years old but both agree the relationship may not have worked out very well back then!Their paths almost crossed again in high school. Ryan attended Calabar High School while Simone attended Westwood High School, brother and sister schools known for their longstanding connection and traditions. Somehow, the occasional school visits and events where they likely would have met never happened.Once again, the timing simply was not yet right. After officially meeting years later in New York City, they stayed in touch and maintained their friendship over the years. In 2020, their connection began to deepen, and by 2021, they cautiously began exploring the possibility of something more. At the time, distance and logistics made them both believe the relationship probably would not work but some connections have a way of proving themselves stronger than circumstance. What started as a friendship evolved into a partnership grounded in trust, laughter, patience, and intentional love.In 2022, they officially began dating, and in 2025, Ryan proposed, marking the beginning of the next chapter in a story that somehow always seemed to be finding its way back to each other.Their journey is a reminder that sometimes love is not about perfect timing at the start. Sometimes it is about two people crossing paths again and again until the timing finally becomes right.#TaylorMade4U

Perfectly Timed

Our Story

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Jodi Smart

Elsa Ndukwu

Kamiesha Anderson

Melia Christie

Natalee Edwards

Stephanie Chung

Shane Blackwood

Andrew Thompson

Anya Uzoh

Clarence Smith

Ify Ndukwu

Jay Pagana

Wedding Party

Dress Code: All-Black Evening Attire| Black-tie OptionalColor: All BlackTo honor the design and ambiance of our celebration, we kindly request that all guests wear all-black evening attire only.Given the tropical setting, we encourage lightweight, breathable fabrics while maintaining an elevated and polished look.For Women:Floor-length, midi, or elegant cocktail dressesLightweight fabrics such as chiffon, silk, or crepeAll black styling (no prints or additional colors)For Men:Black suit with dress shirt (tie optional)Black dress trousers paired with a black dress shirt, a lightweight black suit, or polished all-black separatesLightweight suiting fabrics encouragedBlack dress shoes or loafersThank you for helping us create a timeless and beautifully cohesive experience.

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Travel

TENTATIVE:Montego&nbsp;Bay,&nbsp;Jamaica&nbsp;|&nbsp;July&nbsp;4–9,&nbsp;2027We&nbsp;cannot&nbsp;wait&nbsp;to&nbsp;welcome&nbsp;you&nbsp;to&nbsp;Jamaica&nbsp;for&nbsp;an&nbsp;unforgettable&nbsp;week&nbsp;of&nbsp;celebration,&nbsp;adventure&nbsp;and&nbsp;love!&nbsp;Below&nbsp;is&nbsp;our&nbsp;suggested&nbsp;itinerary&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;experience.&nbsp;Additional&nbsp;details&nbsp;and&nbsp;event&nbsp;times&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;shared&nbsp;closer&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;celebration.Sunday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;4Welcome&nbsp;to&nbsp;JamaicaArrive&nbsp;in&nbsp;Montego&nbsp;Bay,&nbsp;check&nbsp;into&nbsp;the&nbsp;resort&nbsp;and&nbsp;take&nbsp;some&nbsp;time&nbsp;to&nbsp;settle&nbsp;in.Join&nbsp;us&nbsp;that&nbsp;evening&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;relaxed&nbsp;Welcome&nbsp;Gathering&nbsp;as&nbsp;we&nbsp;officially&nbsp;begin&nbsp;the&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;festivities.&nbsp;Come&nbsp;ready&nbsp;to&nbsp;reconnect,&nbsp;meet&nbsp;other&nbsp;guests&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;your&nbsp;first&nbsp;taste&nbsp;of&nbsp;island&nbsp;life.Attire:&nbsp;Resort&nbsp;chicTime&nbsp;and&nbsp;location:&nbsp;To&nbsp;be&nbsp;announcedMonday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;5Dunn’s&nbsp;River&nbsp;Falls&nbsp;AdventureJoin&nbsp;us&nbsp;for&nbsp;an&nbsp;optional&nbsp;full-day&nbsp;CHUKKA&nbsp;excursion&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;world-famous&nbsp;Dunn’s&nbsp;River&nbsp;Falls&nbsp;in&nbsp;Ocho&nbsp;Rios.Cost:&nbsp;Approximately&nbsp;$150&nbsp;per&nbsp;personThe&nbsp;experience&nbsp;includes:*Round-trip&nbsp;transportation&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;Montego&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;area*Catamaran&nbsp;sail&nbsp;and&nbsp;coastal&nbsp;cruise*Reef&nbsp;snorkeling*Guided&nbsp;climb&nbsp;of&nbsp;Dunn’s&nbsp;River&nbsp;Falls*Authentic&nbsp;Jamaican&nbsp;lunch*Rum&nbsp;punch&nbsp;and&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;Caribbean&nbsp;views*Music&nbsp;and&nbsp;entertainment&nbsp;aboard&nbsp;the&nbsp;catamaranAfter&nbsp;our&nbsp;adventure,&nbsp;we&nbsp;will&nbsp;return&nbsp;to&nbsp;Montego&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;free&nbsp;evening&nbsp;to&nbsp;relax,&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;the&nbsp;resort&nbsp;or&nbsp;make&nbsp;your&nbsp;own&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;plans.Optional&nbsp;Zipline&nbsp;AdventureGuests&nbsp;looking&nbsp;for&nbsp;an&nbsp;extra&nbsp;thrill&nbsp;may&nbsp;also&nbsp;experience&nbsp;CHUKKA’s&nbsp;Falls&nbsp;Flyer&nbsp;Zipline,&nbsp;featuring&nbsp;ziplines&nbsp;and&nbsp;hanging&nbsp;bridges&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;treetops&nbsp;and&nbsp;over&nbsp;Dunn’s&nbsp;River&nbsp;Falls.Current&nbsp;starting&nbsp;price:&nbsp;$109&nbsp;per&nbsp;person,&nbsp;subject&nbsp;to&nbsp;availability&nbsp;and&nbsp;change.Because&nbsp;the&nbsp;zipline&nbsp;is&nbsp;separately&nbsp;priced,&nbsp;guests&nbsp;should&nbsp;confirm&nbsp;with&nbsp;CHUKKA&nbsp;that&nbsp;it&nbsp;can&nbsp;be&nbsp;added&nbsp;without&nbsp;interfering&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;group’s&nbsp;catamaran&nbsp;departure&nbsp;schedule.What&nbsp;to&nbsp;bring*Closed-toe&nbsp;water&nbsp;shoes&nbsp;or&nbsp;sneakers*Swimsuit&nbsp;and&nbsp;quick-drying&nbsp;clothing*Towel&nbsp;and&nbsp;change&nbsp;of&nbsp;clothes*Sunscreen&nbsp;and&nbsp;insect&nbsp;repellent*Valid&nbsp;photo&nbsp;ID*Cash&nbsp;or&nbsp;credit&nbsp;card&nbsp;for&nbsp;photographs,&nbsp;souvenirs,&nbsp;snacks&nbsp;and&nbsp;gratuitiesPlease&nbsp;note&nbsp;that&nbsp;the&nbsp;tour&nbsp;is&nbsp;not&nbsp;wheelchair&nbsp;accessible&nbsp;or&nbsp;suitable&nbsp;for&nbsp;pregnant&nbsp;guests.&nbsp;Water&nbsp;activities&nbsp;are&nbsp;weather-dependent.Departure&nbsp;time&nbsp;and&nbsp;booking&nbsp;instructions:&nbsp;To&nbsp;be&nbsp;announcedTuesday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;6Explore,&nbsp;Relax&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;RehearseEnjoy&nbsp;a&nbsp;free&nbsp;day&nbsp;to&nbsp;experience&nbsp;Jamaica&nbsp;at&nbsp;your&nbsp;own&nbsp;pace.&nbsp;Relax&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;resort&nbsp;or&nbsp;visit&nbsp;the&nbsp;Things&nbsp;to&nbsp;Do&nbsp;section&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;website&nbsp;for&nbsp;activities&nbsp;and&nbsp;recommendations.The&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;party&nbsp;and&nbsp;immediate&nbsp;family&nbsp;will&nbsp;attend&nbsp;the&nbsp;rehearsal&nbsp;and&nbsp;rehearsal&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;that&nbsp;evening.&nbsp;Details&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;shared&nbsp;directly&nbsp;with&nbsp;those&nbsp;participating.Wednesday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;7The&nbsp;Wedding&nbsp;DayThe&nbsp;day&nbsp;we&nbsp;have&nbsp;all&nbsp;been&nbsp;waiting&nbsp;for!Please&nbsp;join&nbsp;us&nbsp;for&nbsp;our&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;ceremony,&nbsp;followed&nbsp;by&nbsp;cocktails,&nbsp;dinner,&nbsp;dancing&nbsp;and&nbsp;an&nbsp;unforgettable&nbsp;reception.Attire:&nbsp;All-black&nbsp;evening&nbsp;attireCeremony&nbsp;and&nbsp;reception&nbsp;details:&nbsp;Please&nbsp;refer&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;formal&nbsp;invitation&nbsp;and&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;website.Thursday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;8Rest,&nbsp;Recover&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;EnjoyAfter&nbsp;celebrating&nbsp;with&nbsp;us,&nbsp;spend&nbsp;the&nbsp;day&nbsp;relaxing&nbsp;and&nbsp;enjoying&nbsp;the&nbsp;resort.Sleep&nbsp;in,&nbsp;meet&nbsp;friends&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;pool,&nbsp;visit&nbsp;the&nbsp;spa&nbsp;or&nbsp;simply&nbsp;soak&nbsp;up&nbsp;your&nbsp;final&nbsp;full&nbsp;day&nbsp;in&nbsp;paradise.&nbsp;Any&nbsp;informal&nbsp;post-wedding&nbsp;gathering&nbsp;details&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;shared&nbsp;closer&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;wedding.Friday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;9Departures&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Until&nbsp;Next&nbsp;TimeEnjoy&nbsp;breakfast,&nbsp;exchange&nbsp;final&nbsp;hugs&nbsp;and&nbsp;begin&nbsp;your&nbsp;journey&nbsp;home&nbsp;or&nbsp;extend&nbsp;your&nbsp;stay&nbsp;and&nbsp;continue&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;Jamaica.Thank&nbsp;you&nbsp;for&nbsp;traveling&nbsp;to&nbsp;celebrate&nbsp;this&nbsp;special&nbsp;chapter&nbsp;with&nbsp;us.&nbsp;We&nbsp;are&nbsp;so&nbsp;grateful&nbsp;to&nbsp;share&nbsp;the&nbsp;experience&nbsp;with&nbsp;you!With&nbsp;love,Ryan&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Simone

Ryan & Simone’s Wedding Experience

Martha Brae River Rafting offers a relaxing and scenic bamboo raft experience through Jamaicas lush countryside. Guided by an experienced raft captain, guests glide along calm, crystal clear waters while enjoying rich history, natural beauty and a truly tranquil atmosphere. For your convenience, we recommend booking all excursions directly with your resorts concierge desk.

Martha Brae Rafting Village

Dunns River Falls is one of Jamaicas most iconic attractions, featuring a stunning terraced waterfall that flows directly into the Caribbean Sea. Guests can climb the cascading limestone tiers or relax in the natural pools while enjoying a refreshing and adventurous experience. For your convenience, we recommend booking all excursions directly with your resorts concierge desk.

The World Famous Dunn's River Falls & Park

Chukka Good Hope Estate offers a dynamic blend of adventure and history set on a beautifully restored 18th century plantation. Guests can enjoy activities such as ziplining, river tubing, ATV rides and cultural experiences, all surrounded by lush landscaped and rich Jamaican heritage. For your convenience, we recommend booking all excursions directly with your resorts concierge desk.

Chukka Eco-Adventure Outpost at Good Hope

Luminous Lagoon is a magical natural wonder where the waters glow with a radiant blue light at night. This rate bioluminescent phenomenon creates a sparkling, glistening effect as the water is disturbed, offering a truly unforgettable and enchanting experience. For your convenience, we recommend booking all excursions directly with your resorts concierge desk.

Luminous Lagoon Glistening Waters

Mystic Mountain offers some of Jamaicas most breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences. Ride the famous Jamaican bobsled through the rainforest, soar above the treetops on a zipline, or enjoy panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea from the Sky Explorer. Its the perfect excursion for guests looking to experience the natural beauty and excitement of Jamaica beyond the resort. For your convenience, we recommend booking all excursions directly with your resorts concierge desk.

Simone & Ryan

Simone & Ryan

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