Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
I am a Caribbean Bride...
Letters written by real brides-to-be about their journey to becoming Caribbean Brides
Bio:
Natalie, 26 from Barbados
Getting married to Sean on May 16 in Barbados
A few days to go before my wedding day and, surprisingly, I haven’t found myself running around, screaming at anyone who crossed my path or tossing and turning in bed at night. In fact, I’m quite calm. I’ve heard countless stories of all the last minute things that I’d be doing during the final week of my wedding but this morning I found myself laying in bed until 11:00 am!! Why? My maid-of-honour keeps telling me that I’m not the typical bride because I’m a professional planner...I even planned which boxers Sean will wear on our wedding day. Don’t get me wrong, I worry like anyone else and keep asking myself: “Why hasn’t anything gone wrong? Everyone who told me that something would go wrong couldn’t possibly be wrong. Or could they?” One of our groomsmen even commented last week that everything was going too smoothly and according to plan (I guess he’s speaking from experience). While he did manage to scare the hell out of Sean and me, we’re trying to stay calm and enjoy this final week.
After watching countless of episodes of ‘Bridezilla’ I’ve resigned myself not to worrying about something possibly going wrong, but rather to focusing on the true meaning of the day. So often, a bride can get wrapped up in the event and forget that she’s making the most important vows one can make. While this may sound cliché, focusing on the vows that I’ll be taking has been what has kept me sane – well as sane as a bride with three days to go before her wedding could be!
Bio:
Natalie, 26 from Barbados
Getting married to Sean on May 16 in Barbados
A few days to go before my wedding day and, surprisingly, I haven’t found myself running around, screaming at anyone who crossed my path or tossing and turning in bed at night. In fact, I’m quite calm. I’ve heard countless stories of all the last minute things that I’d be doing during the final week of my wedding but this morning I found myself laying in bed until 11:00 am!! Why? My maid-of-honour keeps telling me that I’m not the typical bride because I’m a professional planner...I even planned which boxers Sean will wear on our wedding day. Don’t get me wrong, I worry like anyone else and keep asking myself: “Why hasn’t anything gone wrong? Everyone who told me that something would go wrong couldn’t possibly be wrong. Or could they?” One of our groomsmen even commented last week that everything was going too smoothly and according to plan (I guess he’s speaking from experience). While he did manage to scare the hell out of Sean and me, we’re trying to stay calm and enjoy this final week.
After watching countless of episodes of ‘Bridezilla’ I’ve resigned myself not to worrying about something possibly going wrong, but rather to focusing on the true meaning of the day. So often, a bride can get wrapped up in the event and forget that she’s making the most important vows one can make. While this may sound cliché, focusing on the vows that I’ll be taking has been what has kept me sane – well as sane as a bride with three days to go before her wedding could be!
Monday, May 11, 2009
Experience the luxury of The Crane
Romantic Escape Package at The Crane Barbados
Fresh flowers upon arrival
Guaranteed upgrade from One Bedroom Ocean View to One Bedroom Ocean View with Private Plunge Pool
Dinner for two in Zen or L'Azure restaurant
1 Chilled bottle of wine in room on arrival
In room couples massage (1hr. two therapists)
Private Island Tour (3hrs.)
Total Package Price for two persons - US$490.00
Please Note that Package rates are in addition to room rates. Kindly check with Reservations Agent on package rules when reserving.
For more details visit:
www.thecrane.com
Friday, May 1, 2009
A romantic wedding in Bequia
There is no better place for your wedding and honeymoon in the Southern Caribbean than Spring House, located on the charming Grenadine island of Bequia. A stone’s throw from its more famous neighbor Mustique, Bequia has retained its old world charm having escaped the tourism boom while keeping its 1960’s feel and small island friendliness.
Spring House has recently undergone extensive reconstruction and offers luxury accommodation for up to 16 guests in 8 magnificent suites spread over its two landscaped acres. Rebuilt in true colonial style, the house oozes charm and every corner reveals another patio, veranda or private space. Each air conditioned suite enjoys locally handcrafted furniture including four poster beds that flow in lace. Designed, built, staffed and managed by local Vincentians, it is the ideal destination for weddings, family reunions, corporate groups, or just a gathering of friends.
Choose their All Inclusive Plan and really take the work out of enjoying your special occasion. If you are the one doing the organizing, you will appreciate the many services that are included. Local flights from Barbados, airport transfers, rental cars, meals, open bar, and a full staff from chefs to gardeners to maids are just a few of the items that come with the one price package.
From flowers to legal documents, from cakes to photographs, our wedding service can be as involved or detached as you wish. We can organize everything, leave everything to you or anything in between. A 24 hour residency requirement allows you to get married and then have your honeymoon. Some of our brides have their hearts set on a beach wedding, some prefer a ceremony at Spring House. Our House Manager has over 25 years experience as an executive chef and hotel manager and will help you put together the day as it best suits you.
More of a luxury private resort than just a villa, they have a wide range of activities from a 40 foot designer pool to a full size pool table. Overlooking Spring Bay, Spring House is convenient to everything on the island while preserving your privacy. Port Elizabeth is just six minutes away and there is easy access to Bequia’s many beaches.
If you are looking for the perfect wedding destination, good food, wonderful beaches and a calm and friendly atmosphere, this really is the paradise so often sought but
rarely found. Bequia– the island that tourism forgot.
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