For many couples, finding the love of your life is just the first step on the way to the altar. The public marriage ceremony is one of the few ancient community rituals that we’ve maintained in our culture. Ideally, each wedding ceremony is customized to meet the personality and needs of each couple.
Destination weddings are increasingly the way to go for most couples. If you’re considering getting hitched away from your hometown there are many things to consider.
Destination Wedding Considerations
Do you want a tropical location, cruise, ski town or heritage location? Will members of your family be miffed if they can’t afford to witness your nuptials? Do you want to choose a locale experienced in weddings or somewhere quaint and off the beaten path? Will your wedding be recognized in the United States or do you need to get legally married again in your hometown?
If You Want An Island Wedding
If you’re seeking to jump the broom on an island known for beautiful weddings, then JA is your country. There are plenty of reasons to choose this tropical paradise for your destination wedding. The weather and gorgeous scenery are obvious attractions, as is the range of possibilities.
People may assume that a Jamaica wedding is more akin to a spring break than the picture of elegance. If you’ve got stereotypical images of “Ya Mon” and “No problem” in your head, erase that. You can pretty much have any sort of wedding you wish in Kingston country.
Here are three very different places to tie the knot, jump the broom or step on the glass on the island that birthed Bob Marley.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort
If you’re looking for a classy and elegant wedding on the traditional side, the Ritz-Carlton is your place. The Ritz-Carlton at Montego Bay is a World Class Resort. The service is impeccable. The beach and the golf course are well manicured and fun to boot.
Every one of the lovely people who works here is at your beck and call to make your wedding dreams come true. The in-house wedding planners are sticklers for detail but be sure to let them know what your budget is up front.
Find the Ritz-Carlton at One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Rose Hall, Montego Bay, Jamaica. For more information call (866) 599-6674.
Coral Cove Beach Resort and Spa
Your Coral Cove wedding experience will make you and your guests feel right at home. Located in Little Bay, this resort prides itself on being affordable. Activities at this low key, easy going location include yoga and couples massages. The hotel is very integrated into the community for a true Jamaican experience. You’re no longer a tourist when you stay here. This collection of private cottages and villages is perfect for those seeking a discreet and special honeymoon. Think DIY wedding.
Find Coral Cove at #2 Hope Road in Little Bay, Jamaica Westmoreland. Ring them up at (876) 457-7594.
Sandals
Sandals resorts worldwide are known for their sense of fun. Choose this as your premiere location if you’re looking to create a beach party atmosphere. Pun intended, Sandals is perfect for a barefoot wedding experience. Their all-inclusive motto is “luxury included” and they usually deliver.
Sandals prides themselves on their custom weddings. In other words, this is not a cookie cutter experience. There are seven locations in four Jamaican towns. You can choose to wed the love of your life in Negril, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios or the Whitehouse Area.
Laid back Sandals Negril spans the famous Seven Mile Beach. Call this jewel in the West Indies at (876) 957-5216.
Congratulations! Other Jamaican wedding locations include Coco La Palm Resort, Breezes Trelawny and the famous Riu. Just remember to spend as much time planning your marriage as you spend on your wedding.
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