subject: Unique And Idyllic Destination Weddings In The Caribbean [print this page] As the number of couples choosing destination weddings increases, the Caribbean emerges as one of the top locations to say I Do.
The Caribbean has always been a popular choice for couples wanting to get married overseas and the group of island nations are now more popular than ever as more couples seek exotic locations for their nuptials.
Hugh Riley, the Secretary General of the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organisation, said: The pressure on creativity is heating up with planners thinking of more innovative ways to satisfy the demands of couples, from weddings underwater and palm-fringed gazebos to the always romantic sunset backdrop.
There are plenty of unique options for Caribbean weddings, whether it is a romantic ceremony on a soft sandy beach at sunset, aboard a luxury yacht against the backdrop of the sparkling Caribbean Sea, or exchanging vows underwater while scuba diving.
Stuart Coves in Nassau in the Bahamas offers unique weddings abroad where couples can take part in an underwater ceremony with PADI-certified experts as their witnesses.
Diving instructor, Ida Stjernstrom, explained: Couples who marry in the sea wear masks with microphones so they can say their vows as they sit fifty feet down on the ocean floor on a wreck called the Ray of Hope.
I am delighted to act as an underwater wedding witness because the sea is truly the most romantic setting in the Caribbean.
Engaged couples looking for a romantic experience during St Lucia weddings can enjoy night snorkelling at the Jalousie Plantation. The couples take guided underwater tours using waterproof torches where they can swim along with parrot fish, octopus, sea turtles and hundreds of beautiful marine creatures.
Food lovers will enjoy destination weddings at the Spice Island Resort in Grenada where ceremonies can be spiced up with live calypso performed by local musicians and the reception dinner features delicious Creole specialties that are infused with a selection of the islands famous spices.
Whether couples are looking to exchange vows, relax on romantic honeymoons abroad or celebrate milestone anniversaries, the Caribbean offers idyllic natural surroundings, luxury hotels and resorts, and a relaxed environment; perfect for any special occasion.
