The UK's Leading Weddings Abroad Specialists
We offer worldwide destinations including Cyprus, Greece, Caribbean, Mexico, Indian Ocean, Far East, USA and many more! 1
Introduction
DEAR BRIDE AND GROOM THIS MAGAZINE is designed to help you plan your special day with Perfect Weddings Abroad.
We have a passion for helping couples arrange their perfect wedding abroad, be it on a beautiful beach, in a winter wonderland or even sailing the high seas. Our UK-based Perfect Weddings Abroad specialists have extensive knowledge of the weddings market with many of them having chosen to marry overseas themselves. They are always on hand to answer any questions and we pride ourselves on providing a personalised service to every single bride and groom. But it doesn’t stop there! Our professional overseas wedding coordinators will meet with you once you arrive at your wedding destination, assist you with all final arrangements and be in attendance on your big day to make sure everything is perfect. Over the next few pages we will tell you a little more about our exclusive wedding packages and what you can expect when booking with Perfect Weddings Abroad. We will explain how we plan your big day and ensure you are in control of everything from booking right up to your magical wedding. We have selected some of our favourite destinations, hotels and locations to whet your appetite and inspire you. Of course, we offer hundreds of weddings to suit everyone, whether it’s an intimate wedding for two or a celebratory wedding for 100. I invite you to visit perfectweddingsabroad.co.uk to explore further. Warm regards,
Helen Doyle Managing Director
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Contents 5. Our Packages 6. Closer To Home Just a short flight away… Find out more about our European destinations
7. Malta 8-9 Cyprus Weddings by Kanika Hotels & Resorts 10. Tenerife
11. Finland Experience a Winter Wonderland Wedding in Finnish Lapland
12-13. Cruise Weddings 14. Further Afield Perfect if you are looking for a tropical wedding in paradise
15. Florida Keys 16-17. Mexico & Jamaica Weddings by Karisma Hotels & Resorts 18-19. Barbados Featuring Ocean Two and Sea Breeze
20-21. Mexico Weddings by Barceló Hotels & Resorts 22. Dominican Republic Weddings by Barceló Hotels & Resorts 23. Saint Lucia Featuring Rendezvous
24-25 Mexico & Caribbean Weddings by AMResorts 26 Step by Step Guide 27 Wedding Guide CALL US FREE: 0808 168 1210 www.perfectweddingsabroad.co.uk
Our Packages
Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos in Cyprus
AS THE UK’S MARKET LEADING, award winning weddings abroad and honeymoons specialist we have a range of exclusive and tailor-made wedding packages for you to choose.
For flexibility and varying budgets our ‘Sweet and Simple’ packages provide a selection of essentials. Choose from one of our Confetti, Romance or Cherish weddings depending on your preferences. Our Celebration Packages are fully inclusive and unique to Perfect Weddings Abroad providing peace of mind that all essential costs are covered prior to arriving at your idyllic destination. They have everything you need for your wedding including ceremony, reception and all the trimmings. Regardless of which package you choose in our exclusive and tailor-made range we will always offer as standard: • Expert advice and support from a UK weddings abroad specialist to find your perfect wedding venue • Booking of the date and time of your wedding, before any other travel is booked • Detailed Wedding Confirmation Pack outlining the legal process and important information related to getting married abroad • Your own online wedding profile to manage your wedding arrangements • Pre-departure booking of wedding extras via your online wedding profile • UK based Concierge Team to answer any questions you have
• Checking of legal documentation here in the UK before you travel • Market leading in-resort wedding coordinators to help with all your final details
SWEET AND SIMPLE WEDDINGS Perfect weddings that include all the services of a wedding co-ordinator, plus the added extras of Flowers and Photography. A great option to design the perfect wedding for you.
CONFETTI PACKAGE • In-resort wedding coordinator • Medium bridal bouquet of roses • Complimentary rose buttonhole for the groom • 24 wedding photographs with an album
ROMANCE PACKAGE • In-resort wedding coordinator • Round bridal bouquet of lilies • Complimentary lily buttonhole for the groom • 36 wedding photographs presented with an album • 30 Minute DVD of the ceremony
CHERISH PACKAGE • In-resort wedding coordinator to assist • Long bridal bouquet of lilies • Complimentary lily buttonhole for the groom • 36 wedding photographs presented with an album • 1 Hour DVD of the ceremony
An A la Carte weddings extras list is available when booking one of our ‘Sweet and Simple’ Weddings to personalise your wedding
CELEBRATION FULLY INCLUSIVE PACKAGE Let us be your personal wedding planner and capture all your needs for your wedding by booking one of our fully inclusive Celebration Packages. • In-resort wedding coordinator to assist with all of the final arrangements • Flowers • Bridal hair • Photography & video • Translations of documents • Marriage certificate • Venue fee and town hall fee • Music • Chairs • Chapel decoration • Champagne reception • Wedding cake • 4 course menu Our exclusive and tailor made packages are available in Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Iceland, Lapland, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Aruba, USA *we offer 100s of worldwide weddings in addition to our exclusive and tailor made packages
For a full details on all our packages visit www.perfectweddingsabroad.co.uk/ourwedding-packages
Closer to Home
Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos in Cyprus
WITH SO MANY OPTIONS on your doorstep and just a short flight away, its no wonder weddings in Europe are so popular. From marrying in Cyprus affectionately known as the 'Island of Love' to saying ‘I do’ under the Northern Lights, we have weddings to suit everyone whatever the season.
Due to popular demand our newest addition is the beautiful island of Lanzarote joining the ever popular Tenerife in our Spanish line up. Alongside the Canary Islands both Malta and Cyprus give you the flexibility to marry in sunshine at any time of the year.
We love nothing more than to plan a classic sand between the toes wedding with so many places to choose from and being so easy to reach. Of course some of our destinations offer some truly memorable experiences whether it’s travelling on the Orient Express to marry in Venice or arriving by reindeer sleigh at a hidden cosy chapel, with your pathway lit by candlelight, in Lapland.
If you have a large group attending your wedding, we recommend choosing one of our unique fully inclusive Celebration Packages which provide peace of mind that all essential costs are covered for prior to arriving at your dream destination. They have everything you need for your wedding including your ceremony, reception and all the added extras.
OUR DESTINATIONS • CYPRUS • GREECE • PORTUGAL • MALTA • ITALY • CANARY ISLANDS • AUSTRIA • LAPLAND • ICELAND
MALTA
WE ALL DREAM OF A PERFECT WEDDING IN A PLACE THAT'S BEAUTIFUL & APPEALING BUT ALSO AFFORDABLE AND EXOTIC. GLISTENING SUN, crystal waters and deluxe resorts make Malta an alluring wedding and honeymoon destination. The Maltese archipelago, consisting of Malta, Gozo and Comino, is one of Europe’s best kept secrets. Whether you choose to explore the depths of Malta’s history & culture or immerse yourself in its beautiful natural landscape, you will discover an exciting and affordable oasis in the heart of the Mediterranean. There is a wide array of venues to choose from for your special day, ranging from castles, palazzos and an incredible range of hotels to personalise your dream wedding. Civil and religious weddings ceremonies are both available. Our in-resort wedding coordinators are there to make your wedding as stress free as possible. From sight-seeing at Valletta's Grand Harbour to chartering a yacht for the day, there's a world of choice when it comes to celebrating beside the shimmering
Mediterranean. Take a trip on the crystalclear turquoise waters to one of the many secluded lagoons, or simply enjoy an intimate dinner in one of Malta’s award winning seafront restaurants with your loved one. A wedding or honeymoon in the Maltese Islands will give you memories to cherish for a lifetime. Malta’s sister island of Gozo is also a great choice offering so much to enjoy and discover. Dotted with sleepy traditional villages, long winding walks, secluded lagoons or caves, and beautiful authentic farmhouses, Gozo is a world away from everyday hustle and bustle. The island is ideal for water sports - diving, sailing and snorkelling - as well as for simply taking it easy and soaking up the year-round Mediterranean sunshine. The dream location for your wedding and honeymoon should be as beautiful, memorable and as luxurious as your budget will allow.
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Pier weddings at the Elias Beach Hotel
CYPRUS WEDDINGS BY KANIKA ALL THE INGREDIENTS OF A PERFECT CELEBRATION KANIKA HOTELS realise how important your big day is for the whole family, especially for the bride and groom. The setting, the atmosphere, the dÊcor, the food... everything has to be just perfect. As one of our Diamond Partners, we work closely with Kanika to ensure that every detail is taken care of for your wedding day. If you’re looking for a wedding and holiday destination where the sun is your constant companion and the sea is always within reach... if you need some rest and recreation, in a relaxing environment where people are warm and hospitable... if you enjoy outdoor activities, delicious food and wine, and like to explore nature or relive ancient history... choose the Mediterranean island of Cyprus for your wedding, and let Kanika Hotels be your comfortable home away from home. Their purpose is to
offer guests a warm welcome in a resort environment that is regularly upgraded to create fond memories and a desire to return. All you have to do is choose which of their 4 wonderful hotels to stay in. Each of the hotels is located on a blue flag beach and offer a unique stunning wedding ceremony and reception venue for your big day. In Limassol at the Elias Beach Hotel you can choose to get married on the stunning pier completely surrounded by the crystal Mediterranean waters. In Ayia Napa you might wish to consider the beautiful Olympian Gardens, a fairytale sunken garden complete with small lake and pretty cave within the grounds of the All Inclusive Olympic Lagoon Resort Ayia Napa. In Paphos you have the choice of either the wonderfully unique and private
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Olympian Gardens at Olympic Lagoon Resort Ayia Napa
Unity Terrace wedding venue at the Alexander the Great Beach Hotel with a stunning Paphos sea view or you may wish to consider having your wedding take place with the crystal blue waters of the Med in the background at one of our wonderful wedding venues at the All Inclusive Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos
Olympian Sunset at Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos
Couples considering getting married in Cyprus are always happy to hear that they can discuss all the catering details with the Wedding Coordinator upon arrival, regardless of whether they prefer a champagne cocktail indoors or around the pool, a ceremony by the beach, an intimate dinner with waiter service, or a lavish buffet for a larger party. If you are having an intimate ‘just the two of us’ wedding we recommend you choose one of our Sweet & Simple packages. Alternatively if you have a large group of over 20 guests then a Celebration Package will be perfect as these include everything you need for your ceremony, reception and all the added extras. As one of our Diamond Partners, we work closely with Kanika Hotels to ensure that every aspect of your wedding exceeds your expectations.
Unity Terrace at Alexander The Great Paphos
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COUPLE REVIEW Thank you Perfect Weddings Abroad for an amazing day! Made extra special with your help and support as well as the staff at Alexander The Great. We have just celebrated our first anniversary, hopefully many more happy years to come! Mr & Mrs Millard.
TENERIFE
WITH WARM, SUNNY WEATHER ALL YEAR ROUND, STUNNING VOLCANIC LANDSCAPES, EXOTIC BEACHES AND AN UNBEATABLE CHOICE OF LUXURY HOTELS, ALL JUST OVER FOUR HOURS AWAY, TENERIFE IS THE PERFECT LOCATION FOR A WEDDING OR HONEYMOON ABROAD.
THE LARGEST OF THE CANARY ISLANDS, Tenerife offers a diverse countryside, ranging from volcanic landscapes to lush ancient forests and fertile valleys, as well as a spectacular coastline with dramatic cliffs and 70 kilometres of beaches. Picturesque towns like Garachico in the north of the island are great places to soak up the welcoming Spanish atmosphere while trying the local food and wines. Historic cities like La Laguna, a World Heritage site, or the capital, Santa Cruz, as well as the main resorts in the south, offer a vast choice of stores and luxury boutiques to indulge in tax-free shopping. Besides, Tenerife boasts a fantastic array of top quality spas offering everything from volcanic mud treatments to hydrotherapy for a bit of pampering. And those looking
for the utmost exclusivity can enjoy anything from chauffeur-driven limousines to private helicopter tours. Tenerife offers all that and much more, including unique experiences such as whale watching or nights out stargazing in Teide National Park, also a World Heritage site that will provide truly unforgettable memories for your wedding album. Just imagine having a blessing ceremony overlooking the sea, amidst tropical gardens looking out to the Atlantic Ocean, or against the backdrop of the majestic peak of Mount Teide. Tenerife is the perfect destination if you are looking for a short haul wedding with guaranteed sunshine. Plus what’s even better is it is on the same time zone as the UK so no jet lag!
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VISIT FINLAND
ARE YOU DREAMING OF A MAGICAL WINTER WONDERLAND WEDDING? IMAGINE ARRIVING BY REINDEER SLEIGH OR A SNOWMOBILE TO YOUR CEREMONY FOLLOWED BY WATCHING THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ON YOUR WEDDING NIGHT.
LAPLAND IS FINLAND’S NORTHERNMOST region and is known for its vast wilderness and natural phenomena. Whether you are newly engaged or looking for an exciting and different wedding venue The Finnish Lapland redefines nuptial romance. With its breathtaking snow covered scenery with possible Northern Lights and world-class accommodations including luxury glass igloos, this Jewel of the North reimagines the spirit of romance in truly unique ways. What else could such natural phenomenon spell but eternal happiness?
From traditional venues to ice chapels, ice castles, ice restaurants to glass igloos, Finland can offer fairytale magical wedding options and unique activities such as snowmobiling, husky and reindeer safaris, arriving at your wedding by horse and cart or even going in a gondola sauna to toast your special day – the list goes on! Let your imagination fly and we will make your dreams come true.
From the hush of winter’s solitude to the magic of midsummer solstice, Finland is as diverse as it is beautiful. Adventurous honeymooners can relax beneath the starry skies and the Arctic twilight or traveling off the beaten path to more remote Do Not Disturb resorts by snowmobile, husky or reindeer sledge.
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SPECIALIST REVIEW Lapand is becoming an increasingly popular destination for weddings as many couples are looking for a new and exciting way to start the rest of their lives together! From igloos to snow chapels there are many unique venues which offer couples the perfect snowy wedding backdrop! Natasha Cooper, Wedding Specialist.
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE CELEBRATE THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY OF YOUR LIFE ON BOARD ONE OF NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE’S WONDERFUL SHIPS.
IMAGINE SAYING YOUR VOWS on top of a glacier in Alaska, under a canopy on a beautiful Caribbean beach or in a villa overlooking the stunning cliffs in Santorini. Celebrate your big day on board one of Norwegian Cruise Line’s fantastic ships bound for paradise in the Caribbean, Bermuda, Hawaii, Alaska or Europe. Every detail from the day you schedule your wedding to your ceremony and champagne toast will be handled for you. Wherever you choose to say "I Do" we will make sure you do it in style. There are so many locations available for your wedding day from getting married on embarkation day or at one of the beautiful ports to getting married out at sea. Whether you choose to
celebrate just the two of you or together with family and friends, with Norwegian Cruise Line the choice is yours. Cruising with Norwegian means you can plan your day the way you want. From dining and entertainment to accommodation, you are free to do what you want, when you want. Whether you want a relaxed meal with the family, a Broadway show or a late night of dancing, you can enjoy your cruising holiday your way. When it comes to accommodation, Norwegian offers the widest, most flexible selection at sea. With family friendly, interconnecting staterooms, Studios for the solo traveller and spacious Suites, you can
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find accommodation that’s right for you. Experience what it means to cruise like a Norwegian. Welcome aboard.
Treat your taste buds With many more dining choices than days of the week, Freestyle Dining takes you on a world tour wherever you’re cruising. Enjoy authentic global cuisine from Brazilian to Japanese and beyond in their iconic speciality restaurants, savour fine dining in the Main Dining Rooms or graze away at the varied buffet. You can dine where you choose, when you like. Table for two? No problem. As always on their ships... It’s your call. Be Bedazzled Entertainment central is on your doorstep. Simply stroll out to an electrifying Broadway show or a night at the casino. Catch the
gentle vibes of the piano bar or the nonstop disco energy of Bliss Ultra Lounge. Meet new friends over a beer or two at the pub or chill into the evening at a real ice bar. Whatever your mood, there’s a venue to match, so live it up the way you like it. Sleep Well Norwegian Cruise Line are always very accommodating so take your pick. How about a luxurious Suite in the private enclave that is The Haven by Norwegian®? A Balcony Stateroom for the view is ideal to enjoy those endless sea views, pick a Spa Stateroom for the wow factor or an Inside Stateroom for the most affordable way to cruise. You choose where to dream.
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Further Afield
ONCE YOU HAVE DECIDED that only a tropical wedding will do, your next decision is where to choose in the world.
From marrying in Mexico, home of the affordable luxury all-inclusive, to Mauritius, one of the most beautiful and diverse islands in the world, we have something for everyone wishing to marry further afield. Mexico has some amazing wedding venues and locations, whether it's beach weddings along the Caribbean coastline or sky terrace weddings overlooking the ocean. It is ideal for large wedding parties – be they a mixture of adults and children or adults only – and offer excellent value for money all year round. Caribbean weddings are often what many people think of when first planning a wedding abroad. There are so many stunning wedding locations in the region, including the popular islands of St Lucia,
Antigua, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Aruba, Barbados, Cuba and many more. Weddings in the Indian Ocean have long been acknowledged as some of the most desirable in the world. It is a dream for many to exchange their vows on a sunkissed beach, with sand between their toes. Knowing the Indian Ocean wedding venues as well as we do, it is no surprise it is so popular. It is one of the premier destinations in the world, with many people following their hearts to Mauritius, the Seychelles, Sri Lanka or the Maldives. And for something a little different why not consider the United States. US weddings offer so much choice and options for wedding couples and guests. Choose from the bright lights of Las Vegas, the big city of New York, the sunny state of Florida or a Hawaiian island. The US has it all... and much more!
OUR DESTINATIONS • MEXICO • CARIBBEAN • INDIAN OCEAN • USA • CANADA • AFRICA • FAR EAST • THE PACIFIC • AUSTRALIA • NEW ZEALAND • SRI LANKA
FLORIDA KEYS THE FLORIDA KEYS AND KEY WEST IS A 150 MILE LONG STRING OF ISLANDS CONNECTED TO SOUTH FLORIDA BY THE SCENIC OVERSEAS HIGHWAY;
A ROAD THAT SUSPENDS THE TRAVELLER in a place that bridges the gap between sea and sky. In the Florida Keys you are a world away from the theme parks of central Florida, in a place that envelopes you with its warmth and beauty and grants you permission to shed the worries of the real world you just left behind! The turquoise blue waters that surrounds Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and Key West is a treasure trove both above and below. Divers and snorkeler’s splash down into the only living coral reef in North America to discover nature’s idea of an aquarium, while fishermen anticipate the challenge of catching their dinner and kite surfers await the caress of the light trade winds. For couples seeking a destination wedding and honeymoon, Key West exudes an exotic ambience for the ultimate romantic
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getaway offering a relaxing island experience, exquisite scenery and intriguing history. Key West was Florida’s first city to recognize same-sex domestic partnerships and to encourage marriage equality. Monroe County was Florida’s first county to recognise those rights for the entire Keys island chain. Key West’s outdoor wedding settings, framed by fiery sunsets, include the halfmile-long Smathers Beach on the island’s southern side; gardens at the former home of author Ernest Hemingway, the Audubon House or the Key West Garden Club at West Martello Tower; the White Street Pier; the Key West Lighthouse & Keeper’s Quarters; and many others. The Florida Keys and Key West has welcomed travellers for hundreds of years giving safe harbours to explorers, pirates, rum runners and now tourists. Whichever category you fall into Florida Keys & Key West invite you to ‘Come As You Are!’
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CARIBBEAN WEDDINGS BY KARISMA HOTELS & RESORTS SINK YOUR TEETH into a wedding abroad at Karisma Hotels and Resorts, where quality and style are standard and wedding planning is effortless. Whether it’s marrying the perfect vintage with our delectable Gourmet Inclusive® cuisine or Orchestrating one of our Memorable Moments Signature Wedding Collections TM, other resorts can’t help but envy us.
With everything from beach and pier weddings, private chapels and one-ofa-kind Sky Weddings, Karisma Hotels & Resorts will make your dream destination wedding come to life in Riviera Maya, Mexico, Negril, Jamaica, or Punta Cana, Dominic Republic. Explore El Dorado Spa Resorts & Hotels for an adults-only destination wedding that will be truly unforgettable. If you are hosting loved ones of all ages, Azul Hotels, Generations Resorts and Sensatori Punta Cana by Karisma offer a romantic setting with something for everyone. Each property is as beautiful as the last and they all provide a luxury, Gourmet Inclusive® Experience so you are sure to find the perfect to place your love.
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Receive all the luxuries you can dream of combined with outstanding service at the El Dorado Spa Resort & Hotels, offering a boutique adults-only feel, ideal if You are looking for a family friendly resort which appeals to all ages. The Azul Fives in particular is a fantastic choice for weddings with its beautiful secluded Sky Terrace overlooking the white sandy beach and sparkling sea. Exclusive Offer: FREE Catamaran Cruise when you book 10 rooms or more at selected Karisma hotels* Whether you already have a vision for your big day or decide to choose your décor from the ground-breaking Memorable Moments Signature Wedding Collection TM by Karisma, your wedding coordinator
will carefully craft the perfect Caribbean wedding abroad that you’ve always dreamt of. Pair your vision with the breath-taking surroundings and expertise to create a truly special Gourmet Inclusive® Wedding Event that will make everyone feel embraced by a moment that will last forever. Karisma Hotels & Resorts include: • Azul Sensatori • Azul Fives • Azul Beach • Sensimar Seaside Suites & Spa • El Dorado Royale • El Dorado Casitas Royale • El Dorado Maroma • Generations Riviera Maya
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COUPLE REVIEW Thank you again for organizing our wedding, it was such a fabulous location and an amazing holiday for all of our guests including us. We are so glad we booked our special day through Perfect Weddings Abroad, we couldn’t recommend them more highly. Mr & Mrs McGarry
OCEAN TWO, BARBADOS
BEING ONE OF THE NEWEST HOTELS ON THE ISLAND, OCEAN TWO, BARBADOS IS PERFECT FOR THE MODERN BRIDE.
BOASTING AN ENVIABLE BEACHFRONT LOCATION and a sophisticated collection of 88 chic rooms, and suites Ocean Two is the most talked about place to stay in Barbados. The resorts’ bright and contemporary Suites have undoubtedly raised the quality bar for accommodation on the South Coast. Only a short walk from lively St. Lawrence Gap, Ocean Two is ideal for guests who want to explore Barbados at leisure, enjoy the nightlife and sampling the eclectic range of cuisine at one of the many restaurants nearby. This modern and vibrant property offers versatile accommodation including a fully equipped kitchen making it suitable for families and groups if you decide to invite guests to your destination wedding. 95% of the rooms boast ocean views, and every room has a well-appointed terrace or private balcony.
The glorious beach is a secluded white sand bay with ideal swimming conditions which is great for gentle watersports. Thrice daily Happy Hour is signalled by the blowing of the conch shell, and don’t forget to make time to visit the beachside fresh coconut station for a rum spiked cocktail served from a freshly cut coconut. Of an evening, you may be lucky enough to witness a baby sea turtle hatchling climb out of the nest on the beach and begin the eventful journey to the ocean- a truly unforgettable experience. For an alternative wedding location, the adults only roof terrace at Ocean Two is an impressive choice- we recommend a lateafternoon ceremony where you can enjoy a spectacular sunset and the twinkling lights of Oistins Bay to a soothing steel pan band.
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SEA BREEZE BEACH HOTEL,BARBADOS SEA BREEZE BEACH HOTEL, LOCATED ON A SPECTACULAR STRETCH OF SOUTH COAST BARBADOS BEACH IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO SAY I DO’. OFFERING UNRIVALLED, FAMILY-FRIENDLY, All-Inclusive accommodation without the premium price tag, this small 78-room resort offers guests the very best in Bajan charm and hospitality. Only a few minutes from Oistins, famous for the Friday night, “fish fry” and the lively St. Lawrence Gap, the location of Sea Breeze is ideal for guests who want to experience what the island has to offer. After only a short 10-minute journey from the airport, as guests enter the hotel via the Lobby Bar, you are greeted with a cold towel and cooling cocktail, instantly affording that holiday feeling. The friendly staff will then take you for a walk round the intimate resort and personally escort you to your room. Following refurbishment in 2013, Sea Breeze has undergone a complete transformation. With new and improved public areas (including three bars and three restaurants) and the upgrading of the pools, it is looking better than ever.
Anyone who has stayed here (or read the fantastic Trip Advisor reviews) will know only too well about the famous plush purple sun loungers with memory foam mattresses, making them amongst the comfiest in the Caribbean. This combined with the scented watermisting service, regular ice-lolly and sorbet poolside delivery and complimentary nonmotorised watersports make this a perfect place for sun-seekers. With two beautiful beaches, a dramatic cliff-side fine-dining restaurant being two of the six wedding venues to choose from, Sea Breeze offers the services of a dedicated wedding coordinator making it a preferred hotel for your Barbados wedding.
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SPECIALIST REVIEW Sea Breeze Beach Hotel is a real gem on the south coast of Barbados offering spectacular views for your wedding day. With a superb choice of wedding locations, there is a perfect location for everyone! Simone Adams, Wedding Specialist
BARCELÓ MAYA GRAND, MEXICO SAY "I DO" AT THE STUNNING BARCELÓ MAYA GRAND RESORT & MAYA PALACE IN MEXICO
A WEDDING MEANS ROMANCE and passion, one of the sweetest moments a couple can experience and the all-inclusive Barceló Maya Grand Resort offers couples a 2km stretch of incredible beach with fine white sand and crystal clear water to celebrate this union. Located in Riviera Maya, 60 minutes from Cancun, the resort complex of Maya Grand contains 5 hotels allowing guests at Maya Palace to stay at 1 and play at 5 hotels and guests in the Maya Grand Resort to stay at 1 and play at 4 hotels. This is a great hotel for guests with varying budgets due to the variety of rooms available. Civil, Mayan, Spiritual, Asian and Catholic weddings can all be arranged on the beach or in the gazebo whilst religious weddings
can take place in the Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe chapel. The hotel offers a range of wedding packages for all budgets and tastes. Your wedding coordinator will work with you to create anything from a simple blessing to a full religious ceremony. If not enough, the Barceló Maya Grand Resort also offers a simply enchanting honeymoon package to ensure that the romance keeps on flowing. As fitting a 2756 room resort, aside from great wedding options it also boasts a large choice entertainment options including bars, restaurants, nightclub and great facilities including water parks, U-spa, dedicated kid’s spa, shopping malls, dolphin swimming experiences and separate teen and kids clubs.
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SPECIALIST REVIEW I really liked the set up at Barceló Maya Grand Resort. There are 5 hotels on the complex so lots of options for your guests. The best bit is if just the bride and groom stay at the Maya Palace then they can visit the guests but also go back to the hotel if they want some privacy as you can only visit the Maya Palace if you are staying there. Michelle Stammers, Wedding Specialist
ROYAL HIDEAWAY, MEXICO THE ROYAL HIDEAWAY PLAYACAR RESORT IS SITUATED ON THE BEST STRETCH OF WHITE SAND BEACH ALONG THE SHORES OF PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO.
A MEMBER OF THE PRESTIGIOUS Leading Hotels of the World, the 200 room Royal Hideaway Playacar Resort is situated on the very best stretch of white sand beach along the shores of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The ultra-luxurious allinclusive adults-only resort is renowned for its outstanding dining options and personalised guest experiences which include its pool butler service, daily champagne afternoon teas and the unique theatre dining restaurant. At the Royal Hideaway Playacar planning an elegant wedding and reception with exquisite service and attention to every splendid detail is as simple as saying “I Do”. Their wedding and vow renewal
packages surpass expectations because their commitment to flawless weddings is certain, and no other wedding is scheduled on your day. A selection of honeymoon packages can be tailored to your requirements, honeymooners can take advantage of 24 hour room service or opt to dine alone on a moonlit beach or enhance the dining experience by taking a place at the chefs table. A full range of his and her spa treatments are available. Depending on your mood the Royal Hideaway seeks out your highest honeymoon expectations and once finding them exceeding them.
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BARCELO BAVARO GRAND RESORT, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
A TROPICAL PARADISE AWAITS YOU AT THE BARCELO BAVARO GRAND RESORT & PALACE IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC THE BARCELO BAVARO GRAND RESORT & Palace is located on one of the top ten beaches in the world and the best beach in Punta Cana. Protected by a coral reef the 5 star all inclusive hotel offers guests picture postcard calm waters framed by a white sandy beach and accommodation where 80% of the rooms are sea-facing. The Barcelo Bavaro Grand Resort & Palace offers a unique setting for a wedding day; dreamlike gardens, turquoise sea, white sandy beach and a chapel where the ceremony can be celebrated in style with its magnificent altarpiece and the blue sky as a backdrop. The hotel offers a range of wedding packages for all budgets and tastes. Your wedding coordinator will work with you to create anything from a simple blessing on a pier with the Caribbean Sea as your stage to a full religious ceremony in the San Salvador chapel.
The resort is perfect to host your prewedding party with golf, 24 hour sports bar, casino, nightclub and sea facing U-Spa, plenty for men and ladies to choose from. Following the wedding ceremony, a range of a la carte restaurants including French, Seafood, Steak and Italian can cater for the wedding breakfast or private party areas can be arranged for exclusive use. After the wedding comes the honeymoon and Barcelo Bavaro Grand Resort & Palace offers a range of honeymoon packages to ensure that the romance keeps on flowing. With its separate family sections, adult’s only and junior suites with Jacuzzi as standard on the balcony, a huge range of facilities and choice of bars and restaurants, this resort really does have it all.
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RENDEZVOUS SAINT LUCIA ON THE BEAUTIFUL ISLAND OF SAINT LUCIA THERE’S A PLACE THAT’S PERFECT FOR CELEBRATION, KNOWN AS RENDEZVOUS.
ITS LUSH GARDENS SET on a two mile stretch of white sand beach were the inspiration that created this relaxing and intimate hideaway dedicated to couples. When the Barnard family first opened Rendezvous’ doors in 1966, the aim was to provide a truly personalised, intimate and romantic holiday for couples, and that has remained unchanged. This sophisticated All-Inclusive, 100-room couples-only resort is the perfect choice for a Caribbean wedding, honeymoon or romantic holiday. Having undergone a recent refurbishment on rooms, extending the beach and pool area and the addition of a new “toes in the sand” beach restaurant, Rendezvous provides a perfect setting to reconnect and rediscover life’s pleasures together.
The team at Rendezvous appreciate that modern couples want to relax and unwind, but also be entertained, eat delicious food, participate in activities and socialise. State of the art water-sports, a first-class PADI Scuba Centre, two pools (with lazy river) and a spectacular spa make this resort the real Caribbean dream destination. Rendezvous is an escape for couples from the stresses and strains of everyday life. To create a perfect day as unique as you are, the imaginative Ever After Wedding Collection is designed to inspire ideas to fit your vision. Imagine a sandy beach on a deserted island, or a candle lit 18th Century ruin, or perhaps even a setting inspired by an Exotic Oasis. Whatever the two of you imagine for your unforgettable wedding day in the sun, at Rendezvous it can come true.
SPECIALIST REVIEW Rendezvous couldn’t be more perfect for couples looking to escape for a ‘just the two of us’ wedding away from the stresses of everyday life. I particularly like the new ‘toes in the sand’ restaurant and could sit there for hours looking out to sea! Simone Adams, Wedding Specialist
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AMRESORTS IS A COLLECTION OF LUXURY five-star resort destinations, each with its own unique personality. Raising all-inclusive to a New Level of Luxury, every one of our resorts features Endless Privileges®, Unlimited-Luxury® that offers sun-soaked beaches, elegant accommodations, a world-class spa, gourmet dining, unlimited premium drinks and many other pampering amenities. AMResorts offer a free wedding package*(terms & conditions apply) which is ideal if you are looking for an intimate low key wedding. Alternatively if you have got a large group, we would recommend looking at a package that includes a cocktail and reception party.
Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts are boutique havens representing the highest level of luxury and providing the Endless Privileges® experience to each of its guests. Offering the utmost attention to detail, Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts boast unmatched luxurious accommodations filled with unique design elements in finely appointed suites with exceptional views. For very unique weddings that are completely customised to couples wishes we recommend Zoëtry Paraiso de La Bonita Riviera Maya, Mexico. This intimate boutique resort offers a stunning setting between tropical gardens and a private sandy beach. Exchange your vows on a lovely beach, a private pier or beautiful gardens. Zoëtry Wellness & Spa Resorts are perfect if you are looking for a private
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wedding location plus they offer just one wedding a day making your day truly special. Secrets Resorts & Spas Secrets Resorts & Spas are adults-only resorts with an extra measure of romance in exquisite luxury beachfront settings. Guests immerse themselves in UnlimitedLuxury® where everything is included. This plus elegantly appointed rooms and suites with 24-hour concierge, multiple gourmet restaurants and elegant amenities provide the ultimate backdrop for unparalleled pampering, romantic rendezvous and lasting memories for wedding couples and honeymooners. For Weddings we recommend Secrets St James Montego Bay, Jamaica. Say “I Do” in a magnificent wedding gazebo or on
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the private beach. Then adjourn with your guests to an elegant ballroom, terrace or beach for a reception to remember. Dreams Resorts & Spas Dreams Resorts & Spas offer a high level of luxury for couples and families in ideal beachfront settings. Spacious rooms and suites, graciously appointed and luxuriously equipped provide a picture-perfect experience. For Weddings we recommend Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa, Mexico. The beautiful Mayan gazebo is by far the most impressive wedding location at this hotel overlooking the pristine beach; it really does provide breath-taking backdrop for your wedding day!
Now Resorts & Spas Now Resorts & Spas offer vibrant beachfront settings in Mexico and the Caribbean perfect for multigenerational travel, families with teens and tweens as well as couples and friends. Guests can enjoy a family-friendly, modern holiday experience, where play and party are just steps away from peace and quiet. For Weddings we recommend Now Larimar Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This resort is located on a palm-studded whitesand beach overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea, combining understated sophistication with Unlimited-Luxury® amenities. Punta Cana is renowned for its beaches so if you are looking for a ‘sand between your toes’ wedding then this resort would be a fantastic choice.
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