An Exclusive, Hands-On Destination Wedding Education Experience

The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) is excited to announce the launch of our Destination Wedding Immersion & Shadowing Program, an exclusive, real-world educational experience designed for wedding professionals ready to elevate their destination wedding expertise.

This immersive program blends hands-on learning, live wedding observation, and professional mentorship—set against the stunning backdrop of Sandals Royal Curaçao.

Program Overview

The ABC Destination Wedding Immersion & Shadowing Program is a live, experiential education opportunity that allows participants to observe and learn from a real destination wedding executed under a group contract.

This program is ideal for:

Wedding planners seeking destination experience
Professionals pursuing destination wedding specialization
Students needing internship or shadowing hours
ABC members working toward certification or leadership pathways

Participants will gain behind-the-scenes insight into the logistics, coordination, and execution of a destination wedding—knowledge that simply cannot be replicated in a classroom.

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Location & Dates

Resort: Sandals Royal Curaçao
Proposed Dates: September 8–12, 2026

What You’ll Experience

Participants will take part in a guided immersion experience that includes:

Group contract structure & management
Resort coordination and vendor communication
Guest arrival logistics & timelines
Real-time problem solving during event execution
Structured debriefs with industry professionals

Please note:
Participants will not attend the wedding ceremony or reception as guests. Shadowing is conducted in a professional, observational capacity to preserve the integrity of the couple’s experience.

A separate celebratory dinner or recognition event will be hosted for participants.

Credentials & Benefits

✔ ABC Educational Credit
✔ ABC Designation Points
✔ Internship / Shadowing Credit (for students)
✔ Credit toward ABC leadership and education pathways
✔ Hands-on destination wedding experience
✔ Professional-level training in a real wedding environment

Accommodations & Program Length

4-night minimum stay
5–7 nights available at additional discounted rates
Club Level accommodations included
Enhanced booking incentives included

Investment & Pricing

Base Program Package: $4,000

Includes:

4 nights in Club Level accommodations
Full Destination Wedding Immersion Program
Live wedding shadowing
ABC program & educational fees
Certification / internship credit

Room upgrades and extended stays are available.

Sample Room Pricing (4–5 nights):

Club Level (Base): $4,000
Upgraded Club Level options: $4,096–$4,707
5-night options available from $4,461–$4,822

Payment Plan

Deposit by Feb 17th, 2026 - $500

Second payment - March 2nd, 2026 - $1,620

Final Payment - June 30th, 2026 - Final Balance

Payments are non-refundable. Travel Insurance through ABC’s preferred Insurance Partner (USI) is strongly encouraged and available here: https://my.travelinsure.com/abcweddingplanners-zillman/

Below is a pricing chart with the additional Days/Room Upgrades that are currently available:

*Please contact us with any questions.

How to Register

Step 1: Submit Interest Form - Participants will complete a short interest form to confirm eligibility and intent.

Step 2: Room Selection - Once accepted, participants will choose their preferred room category.

Step 3: Secure Your Spot - A deposit will be required to hold your space. Final payment plans will be provided upon acceptance.

Space is limited to preserve the quality of the experience.

Why This Program Matters

This program is the official launch of the ABC Destination Wedding Planner Certification Pathway and is designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world execution.

Participants walk away with: