St Kitts ideal for destination weddings and honeymoons
The island’s many tranquil beaches, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an extinct volcano included among a variety of intimate spots for wedding ceremonies
Basseterre, St Kitts (January 25, 2007) – With spectacular natural beauty, sandy beaches, an ambiance of pure romance and genuine, welcoming Caribbean hospitality, more and more couples are choosing St Kitts for the most important moment of their lives. This secluded place features a variety of intimate spots for couples to tie the knot.
Among the most popular spots for wedding ceremonies are St Kitts’ many tranquil beaches, all distinct in character and scenic backdrop. For example, Cockleshell Beach offers two full miles of powder-fine golden sand while Dieppe Bay Beach is graced with soft volcanic black sand dramatically set against lush green palms and the azure water where the Atlantic and Caribbean meet. Wander the shoreline of St Kitts’ sandy beaches, feel the soft breeze and let the island’s intoxicating sights and sounds soothe and enrich your soul.
Another romantic locale and scenic marriage setting is the historic Brimstone Hill Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 1600s. Stroll hand in hand while musing over its old-world charm and unrivalled scenic beauty, with sweeping views of the landscape, Caribbean Sea and neighbouring islands. Marriage ceremonies can be held on its sprawling lawns, circular centre or even the rooftop.
Many couples also enjoy visiting the elegant Romney Manor, a nine-acre property boasting a lush tropical garden complete with the ruins of a sugar estate tower, bubbling stone water fountain and exotic flowering plants. The centrepiece of the garden is a 350-year-old saman tree under which many lovers have exchanged vows.
On the island’s northern coast, the hilltop point overlooking Black Rocks is another exceptionally scenic marriage locale. On a clear day, spray from the waves crashing against the magnificent high cliffs creates colourful rainbows, a magical backdrop for any wedding service.
Adventurous couples may want to wed at a whopping 3,792 feet above sea level on extinct volcano Mt Liamuiga, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the rainforest with the summit caldera crater lake as the backdrop.
St Kitts’ elegant plantation inns, hotels and resorts regularly host refined weddings and honeymoons. Wedding packages and dedicated wedding coordinators are frequently offered, or on-island wedding planners can assist with arrangements.
With no extended residency requirement and a minimum of official procedures, getting married in St Kitts is as simple as saying “I do.” Couples need only have a copy of their birth certificates and two forms of government-issued photo identification, such as a valid passport and driver’s license, for each person, as well as documentation confirming each person’s single status.
Whether for a wedding, honeymoon or simply a romantic retreat, St Kitts invites you to come for a visit, stay awhile and explore, feel, love and remember.
Located in the northern Leeward Islands of the Caribbean, St Kitts offers a diverse tourism product developed from the destination’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and rich history. The island’s stunning variety of tourism attractions include hiking through the tropical rainforest, riding the scenic railway that connects the island’s sugar plantations, touring Brimstone Hill Fortress, the only man-made UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Eastern Caribbean, and the more traditional vacation pastimes such as watersports, golf, shopping, tennis, gourmet dining, gaming at St Kitts’ exclusive casino or simply relaxing on one of the island’s sandy beaches. Guests can select from accommodations ranging from intimate plantation inns to larger hotels or resorts.
In 2007, St Kitts will be a host venue for the ICC (International Cricket Council) Cricket World Cup with six Phase One matches scheduled to take place at Warner Park Stadium in March 2007, featuring Australia, South Africa, Holland and Scotland.
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