Wedding Celebration Weekend

Fall

6/21/2026: Learn how Jerome met his Pumpkin by "Blocking Her Sun"! Also, check out the "Updates!" page!

Our Wedding

The origin story of how Jerome met Rachelle depends on who you ask....Ask Jerome and he will say he was taking a stroll on the sidewalk and *randomly* decided to continue his walk on the beach.And while Rachelle agrees that he may have been taking a leisurely stroll on the sidewalk, there was something that caught his eye to make him want to continue his walk on the sand (that something here is what medical professionals call gluteus maximus).Either way - August 1st, 2021 was a fateful day for both of them.Beginning with his strategic stop on that Inkwell Beach sand, Jerome courted Rachelle the best way he knew how: a charismatic smile, cheesy jokes and the promise of curry chicken.And, after taking her for an impromptu photo shoot on the Aquinnah Cliffs, he ended the day with a romantic Menemsha Beach sunset - jumpstarting their lifelong journey across the sand into motion.From that day, Jerome and Rachelle continued to strengthen their bond by meeting each others families and chosen families, taking trips and, most importantly, laughing with each other whenever possible. They each would make the trip either down to Martha's Vineyard or up to Boston whenever either would have free time.On December 27, 2023 (hmmm, wonder what else that date means....?) Jerome proposed to Rachelle - and it was one of the ONLY times he has managed to surprise her! And, clearly, Pumpkin said YES!So, whether you choose to believe Jerome or Rachelle (*cough* Rachelle *cough*) one thing is for certain - they've only just begun making memories on their wonderful journey across the sand together.P.S. Annnnnd - he will likely continue to block her sun for the rest of their days....but she will always happily accept his shadow ;)

"You're Blocking My Sun...."

Exciting news!

Guests who have not yet booked their room or have not completed their booking will be receiving a call from a member of the bridal party over the next two weeks to get you to lock your room down. The call will come from someone you already know. HAVE YOU BOOKED YOUR ROOM YET?! Rooms at the locked in price rate are moving FAST and we would hate if you missed out! If you are planning to attend the wedding weekend events you MUST book your hotel stay through the travel agent. If you book your hotel stay independently your reservation WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE WEDDING and will force us to pay a guest fee for each person for each event - this will be more than $250 per person. **Please help us avoid these extra costs and book the hotel through the travel agent.** Flights can be booked independently if you choose. Head over to the "<a href="https://www.turninthompson.wedding/us/rachelle-villarson-and-jerome-thompson-2026-11-29-39bcf659-b604-49d6-bfae-fb6c70e33f36/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel &amp; Travel</a>" section to book your hotel room before rooms run out - once you fill out the reservation form allow the agent at least 48 hours to respond to your form. Reach out to the wedding coordinator via email islelandvibes@gmail.com for any questions not answered on the "<a href="https://www.turninthompson.wedding/us/rachelle-villarson-and-jerome-thompson-2026-11-29-39bcf659-b604-49d6-bfae-fb6c70e33f36/travel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel &amp; Travel</a>" or the "<a href="https://www.turninthompson.wedding/us/rachelle-villarson-and-jerome-thompson-2026-11-29-39bcf659-b604-49d6-bfae-fb6c70e33f36/q-a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Q &amp; A</a>" sections. XOXO,Rachelle &amp; Jerome

Updates!

Photos

Wedding Party

Destination Let's Go!

We’d like to introduce you to our fabulous travel agent, Althea Blackford from Destination Let's Go. She is here to make this trip fun and stress free! Althea has negotiated some fantastic group rates and perks for our group! All wedding activities will take place on the resort at the Moon Palace All Inclusive Resort &amp; Hotel in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Althea and her team have created a website just for us that details all the info about booking, inclusive of rates, group perks, highly recommended travel insurance options, payment plans, and much, much more! The travel link below will also be your portal to your formal Hotel RSVP. April 29th is your final date to RSVP with payment plans. August 1st is your final date to RSVP to guarantee a room but you will be paying in full. Here is the travel link: <a href="https://trips.destinationletsgo.com/RachelleandJeromeJamaicaWedding" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://trips.destinationletsgo.com/RachelleandJeromeJamaicaWedding</a> Have other questions for Althea that weren't answered on the travel link website? Reach out to her via email: destinationletsgotravel@gmail.com XOXO,Rachelle &amp; Jerome

Rachelle & Jerome

Rachelle & Jerome

R&J

6/21/2026: Learn how Jerome met his Pumpkin by "Blocking Her Sun"! Also, check out the "Updates!" page!