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Belize
April 19 - April 24
Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection
The Belize Collection
Retreat Overview
April 19-24,2026
DAY 1 — Sunday, April 19, 2026
- Arrive & Check-In at The Belize Collection
- Meet-n-Greet Cocktail Hour!
DAY 2 — Monday, April 20, 2026
- Free Time to Relax, Explore, or Recharge
- Wedding Styled Shoot at The Belize Collection
DAY 3 —Tuesday, April 21, 2026
- Wedding Fashion Photo Shoot at The Belize Collection
- Free Time to enjoy your last day at The Belize Collection
Day 4 – Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Travel Day
- Travel from The Belize Collection to The Alaia on San Pedro Island, OR
- Departure Day — The Belize Collection Photographers Only
Day 5 – Thursday, April 23, 2026
- Wedding Styled Shoot at The Alaia
- Free Time — Explore San Pedro Island or relax at the resort
- “The Wrap Dinner”
Day 6 – Friday, April 24, 2026
- Departure Day
Subject to minor changes, a detailed itinerary will be sent out prior to travel
What to Expect
2 Signature Wedding Styles
Each venue will include 3 stylized wedding spaces, including a Ceremony, Reception, and Wild Card area, designed by the wedding teams of The Belize Collection and The Alaia Belize!
Design inspiration coming soon!
Wedding Fashion Photo Shoot
Step into the lush, untamed beauty of Belize as we showcase breathtaking wedding fashion against nature’s most dramatic backdrop. Photograph 4–8 stunning wedding gowns and men’s fashion ensembles for a dynamic, versatile portfolio.
Real Model Couples
Each shoot location will feature its own unique model couple in stunning wedding fashion—offering diverse, portfolio-worthy opportunities to capture a range of looks and settings.
Guaranteed Small Groups
These are Boutique Resorts, only 12 spots available!
There will be no more than 6 photographers in each design space at a time.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with fellow photographers and videographers.
Social Media Collaborations
We love collaborations! Mention and collab with @StyledShootsbySouthernBride and @SouthernBride when you share your content from the Styled SHOOTS – Belize!
Accommodations
The Belize Collection - Jungle
Enjoy 5-Star Accommodations at The Belize Collection – The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant.
The room includes:
- 3 Daily Meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- Round-trip transfer from the airport
- Meet & Greet Happy Hour – Join the Southern Bride team and your fellow photographers as we kick off our retreat on April 19th.
The Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection - Beach
Enjoy 5-Star Accommodations at The Alaia Belize.
The room includes:
- Daily Breakfast Buffet
- Round-trip transfer from the airport
- The Wrap Dinner – celebrating the end of an incredible retreat with dinner on the beach on April 23!
Please note: All photo participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own international airfare. Participants joining both the jungle and beach shoots will also need to book an inter-island flight to and from San Pedro Island via Tropic Air.
Best Photography Competition
$95 ADD-ON
Compete to have your images featured in Southern Bride, a value of $1,200.00
All Belize designs will be published in Southern Bride, SouthernBride.com, and Southern Bride’s social media properties, with three key winners.
BONUS with your entry!
FREE 6-Month Vendor Listing on SouthernBride.com
EARLY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE UNTIL
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PRICING
Join with confidence—secure your spot now and pay at your own pace.
Payment Plans are available directly through Southern Bride until February 16, 2025. Monthly payments will be automatically charged to your credit card and must be paid in full within 30 Days of the retreat.
Affirm or Afterpay are available for more flexible payment options.
Terms and Conditions
- Completion of a photo release form is required for all participants following purchase to participate in the shoot.
- Event purchase and add-ons are non-refundable, unless Southern Bride cancels the event.
- Event purchase is transferable with notification to and approval by Southern Bride.
All-Access Registration
Early Registration Pricing until January 31, 2026
$4,030 (Single Occupancy) or $4,655 (Double Occupancy)
Price includes event fees + accomodations.
Please note: Double Occupancy refers to 1 photographer and 1 guest.
Regular Registration Pricing
$4,630 (Single Occupancy) or $5,355 (Double Occupancy)
Price includes event fee + accomodations.
Please note: Double Occupancy refers to 1 photographer and 1 guest.
Can't Attend Both? See our Price Breakdown Options Below!
The Belize Collection - Jungle
April 19-22, 2026 (3 Nights)
Early Registration Event Fee (including Fashion Shoot): $1750*
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$1,430 (Single Occupancy) OR $1,950 (Double Occupancy)
Your stay includes:
- 3 Daily Meals and non-alcoholic beverages
- Round-trip transfer from the airport
- Meet & Greet Happy Hour – Join the Southern Bride team and your fellow photographers as we kick off our retreat on April 19th.
The Alaia Belize, Autograph Collection - Beach
April 22-24, 2026 (2 Nights)
Early Registration Event Fee: $1250
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$850 (Single Occupancy) or $955 (Double Occupancy)
Your stay includes:
- Daily Breakfast Buffet
- Round-trip transfer from the airport
- The Wrap Dinner – celebrating the end of an incredible retreat with dinner on the beach on April 23.
Styled SHOOTS by Southern Bride Ambassadors ALWAYS enjoy early registration pricing.
Subject to availability.
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