Tropical Affair in Tulum, Mexico

Today, Alea Lovely Fine Art Photography has brought a much needed ray of sunshine to our wintery days with this beachy little number. So pack your swimsuit and join us in Tulum, Mexico for Lynette and Omar’s ‘Casa Chic’ nuptials. For the gorgeous bride, it was essential to choose a place that provided an array of natural beauty and spiritual energy, so after a vigorous online search, she found the perfect- most fabulous spot where rustic and natural meets modern and glam to best suit the Mayan Prophecy and the upcoming “shift in consciousness.” But, with the breathtaking scenery aside, there were no better sites than those of the bride and groom basking in love, laughter, and one gorgeous gown! So what are waiting for, jump in to these stunning photos and enjoy the beauty!

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Photographer: Alea Lovely Fine Art Photographer // Venue: Casa Chic Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico // Submitted via Two Bright Lights

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A Destination Wedding in Paradise by Riu Palace Costa Rica

With wedding season in full swing, we know you’re in need of some serious R&R for a very well deserved honeymoon and with swimsuit season right around the corner, you’re probably thinking a gorgeous beach, sun bathing, and cocktails! But, if you’re still in search of the perfect destination wedding location, we’ve definitely got you covered too! So, without further ado, we gladly introduce you to RIU Resorts! RIU Resorts is a 24-hour all-inclusive luxury meets romantic resort featuring a palatial architecture in beachfront settings.

If you’re newly engaged and in search of the best destination wedding location, look no further… RIU Hotels offers an extensive selection of wedding packages to suit every wedding need your little heart desires!
Choose sun-kissed sands for your ceremony; a destination wedding is a truly special way to celebrate your love. Organized with ease, brimming with value, and rich uniqueness, tropical ceremonies allow you to focus on each other while RIU does the work. To see all the fabulousity that we’re talking about, stick around for a very enticing video that will have you packing, but for now check out three stunning wedding packages.

CLASSIC
True to its name, the Classic wedding package provides the perfect opportunity for couples to create a simple, but of course, elegant wedding in paradise.  RIU Classic wedding package is designed to thoughtfully plan your special day and gather all the elements necessary for an unforgettable ceremony The ideal way to start a lifetime together!
ROYAL
The Royal Package will make you and your sweetie feel like a queen/king for the day! The perfect balance of simplicity and extravagance, of this package will ‘awe’ your guests with the variation of luxury amenities. This package is intended to make your special day perfect in every way.
CAPRICE
RIU Hotels knows that each and everyone of you darlings should be treated like A-List celebs (and we are definitely in agreeance) so they created a package just for you. The RIU Caprice Package is the most extravagant, elegant, and complete option for your unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime moment. This package provides endless number of extraordinary details and amenities to ensure that your dream of a fairy-tale wedding truly does come true.

But, before you pack your bags and travel to the most amazing wedding destination location, we have a treat that we know you will enjoy!
RIU offers a FREE package at selected destinations of RIU Properties! Yes, FREE! The RIU Free Wedding Package is meant for those of you who want a stunning wedding without blowing your budget (we’ve all been there!) The RIU FREE Wedding package is truly the perfect to make your special event one and only with all the aspects that you could hope for. And, all you need to do is refer to your Apple Vacation Specialist for more information!

RIU Free Wedding package:

• Wedding coordinator to help plan the special day
• Decoration set up for the ceremony location
• Bridal Bouquet
• Matching boutonniere
• CD or recorded music during the ceremony
• Semi private dinner for the couple and 10 guests at one of our specialty restaurants
• Wedding cake for 10 guests
• Sparkling wine for 10 guests (during the main toast only)
• Special decoration in the room

But, before you’re off to call your Apple Vacation Specialist (your one-stop shop for planning the wedding of your dreams!), here’s a little 411 on Riu Palace Costa Rica! In Guanacaste you will find the most beautiful beaches around Costa Rica as well an exuberant nature and people rich in culture, traditions +  festivals. The All inclusive Riu Palace Costa Rica Hotel is a 5 star resort in the middle of Guanacaste's paradise! Located on the West side on the Papagayo coast, Riu Palace Costa Rica is a new construction, 6 story high palace like hotel with amenities like hydro-massage bathtub and extra shower cabins in Jr. Suites, free WiFi access, and 5 conference rooms for business. The beach area is isolated from other hotels, you will only share it with the Riu Guanacaste guests, which guarantees that much needed R&R. 

And, if you’re not familiar with Apple Vacations, you should be! Not only are they your one-stop shop for planning the wedding of your dreams, but they offer a beautiful collection of romantic hotels for weddings throughout Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America. Apple Vacations will take care of your travel arrangements, and will put you in touch with an experienced wedding planner to coordinate the day of your dreams.
With a Group-Ease program, enjoy great promo-code discounts for groups as small as ten guests! Book 10 or more rooms, and get airfare credits on exclusive vacation flights and a free hotel stay. From travel arrangements and legal requirements, to great ways to save and even a bridal registry, they take care of it all!

So as promised…. here is a short, but sweet taste of RIU! ENJOY!!



 This post has been sponsored by Apple Vacations, but concerns my own opinion. 

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Say “I do” to Jamaica’s Hidden Gem: Round Hill Hotel and Villas

Amidst engagement and wedding season, we know that a destination wedding never fails to seize the mind of brides around the world and rightfully so, destination weddings are the perfect combination of romance, beauty, and luxury. Particularly, when you take a trip to a little hidden gem we like to call, Round Hill Hotel and Villas in Montego Bay, Jamaica which is notoriously known to host some of the most extravagant and luscious weddings... So loves, what do you  say... follow us to an enchanted world of destination wedding & honeymoon heaven!?

Since we know you look to us to provide you with, only the elite of weddings, we called onto our friends at Round Hill Hotel and Villas to provide you with the highest acquired destination wedding backdrops, amenities, wedding event planning, exclusive service, and farm-to-table culinary creations. Whether you’re planning a romantic elopement with just you and your beau or an entire wedding guest list of family and friends, Round Hill provides impeccable service to fulfill each and every one of your wedding needs. Conveniently located 25 minutes from the Montego Bay Airport, Round Hill offers a warm and sophisticated ambience to compliment your celebration.

With Round Hill, each bride and groom will receive personalized and exclusive assistance from the Round Hill event planning team to create a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Round Hill event planners will arrange every aspect of your special event; entertainment, floral and décor elements, photographers, videographers, transportation and any other needs you may have—the team will be happy to assist you. The Round Hill team of Chefs are also available for consultations and menu tastings. As fans of Round Hill Hotel and Villas, we certainly believe your wedding will be a dream come true and here’s our top reasons why…

• Located in Montego Bay, Jamaica—with the guarantee of easy airlift access from major international cities.
• Round Hill is a hidden gem, that will offer you and your guests an intimate and sophisticated surrounding with a laid back atmosphere.
• Most romantic and breathtaking venues to accommodate intimate gatherings of 2 persons to celebrations for 150 persons.
• You can say, “I do” on a sun-kissed golden sand beach, or, a magnificent Spa Lawn as well as at the Hanover Terrace with spectacular views of the tropical rainforest and the Caribbean Sea.
• Award winning Chef and culinary team to provide delectable creations.
• Value added benefits only available to wedding couples.
• Ralph Lauren inspired Oceanfront Hotel Rooms that opens to the Caribbean Sea or the Infinity Pool.
• On-site wedding planners and concierge to provide stress free planning and be with you during every step!

But, if you’ve already tied the knot and you’re looking for a honeymoon destination, Round Hill has something for you too! Did someone say, spa? Yes, loves. The Spa at Round Hill is a beautifully restored 18th century plantation house on 10 acres of beachfront lawn. Facilities include an indoor and outdoor fitness center, full service beauty salon, ten treatment rooms as well as an outdoor treatment area. The waterfront lawn is also used for post-treatment relaxation, afternoon yoga classes and massages by the sea. The Spa features aromatherapy lifestyle products by ELEMIS along with Round Hill’s own all-natural local blends that capture the spirit and rhythm of Jamaica. But, after an afternoon of R&R at The Spa, you can head over to The Grill Restaurant for an exquisite farm-to-table culinary creation.

The Grill at Round Hill is situated just above the main bar and terrace of Round Hill, offering beautiful ocean views and cool breezes. The décor is in keeping with the classic Round Hill aesthetic of relaxed luxury. With consulting direction from longtime resident Ralph Lauren, the whitewashed, simple décor is accented with local Jamaican art, adding a touch of the local and historic to the new restaurant space. The Grill features the only indoor pimento wood-fired grill in Jamaica. The wood imparts a touch of smoky richness and is used in a mixture of torched wood for earthy flavor and sweet wood to round out the finish. The kitchen is open, allowing guests a glimpse of the live-action grill. But, that’s not all… The Grill Restaurant has recently infused a See, Touch and Taste Program, that allows guest to pick vegetables directly from the on-property garden which the chef will prepare for them in the kitchen for their next meal.

When you’ve had a wonderful night of luscious wining and dining you can seal your romantic night in one of  27 individually owned villas surrounded by 30 acres of lush tropical gardens. The villas feature two through six bedroom suites, living rooms, verandas and magnificent views. Twenty-one of the villas have private pools. Each villa bedroom is ensuite with its own bathroom and terrace. Guests may book a private, complete villa with private pool and dedicated staff. Or, individual villa suites can be booked, ranging from Deluxe villa suites to expansive Pineapple suites, many of which provide access to villa pools.

Between the The Grill Restaurant, Spa and beachfront settings, you’d be hard pressed to find a more stunning location to say “I do” than Round Hill. For more information about this incredible venue, and to book your big day, call 1(800) 972-2159 or head over here!

 This post has been sponsored by Round Hill, but concerns our own opinion  

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Kaua‘i! Cupid’s Playground

In the midst of engagement season and upcoming wedding season, you love birds are probably on the prowl for the perfect location to say “I do” and our guess is, you are in search for romance, natural beauty, and impeccable views. But, what if we told you we have Cupid’s playground on speed dial and we are more than willing to pass along the digits? Well loves, here it is... Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i, where love is tailored!

No stranger to limelight, Kaua‘i was named number one of the ten Best Anniversary Trips by USA Today’s 2013 travel list. Deservingly so, with impeccable wedding coordinators who will manage the details of your wedding, vow renewal, or anniversary celebration. When in doubt about photography, entertainment, or even your rehearsal dinner your wedding professional  will take care of the coordination while you have a pre-nuptial spa date. All you have to do is click here at www.kauaiwedpro.com to get in touch with your dream makers.

But, the talented and marvelous wedding planners are not the only reason why we are so drawn to the majestic island of Kaua‘i we hear couples favor every beauty spot on the island that are limited only by access and imagination. Couples can opt for “I do” as the sunrises, others under a sunset, while some choose a boat cruise or a tropical waterfall. At a 30-acre tropical garden in east Kaua‘i’s Royal Coconut Coast, couples can exchange their vows on the banks of a river revered for its cultural sites.
If amenities are what your little heart desires, of course Kaua‘i offers  a variety of unique amenities.. In addition to full-time wedding coordinators, resorts have facilities and services for the receptions and private dinners that are part of the celebration. Banquet rooms and services, gazebos and chapels as locations, a quiet beach or a festive wedding  lū‘au —the wedding choices can be customized to fit your taste.

Wedding packages vary, but often include a honeymoon suite, complimentary champagne or sparkling wine upon arrival, and a festive welcome of flower petals and special amenities. Couples can customize their weddings with torch lighting and the sounding of a conch shell, a Hawaiian chant and hula.  From simple to extravagant, couples will always have the background of Kaua‘i’s beauty, along with endless romantic possibilities for that dream-worthy ceremony.

If you’re not in love with Kaua‘i yet, you will be when you leave!

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Romantic Destination Wedding in Santorini, Greece

Our favorite day of the year is finally here! Happy Valentine’s Day again loves! We hope you have a wonderful day celebrating with your sweetheart! Since each and every one of you is our Valentine this year, we have decided to travel to one of the most romantic cities on earth through the lens of Anna Roussos Photography.

This lovely duo travelled all the way from Moscow with their closests friends, family, and Anna Roussos in tow, to celebrate their love in the gorgeous island of Santorini, Greece where they said their ‘I Dos’ overlooking the famous, Caldera view. Afterward, the adorable couple celebrated their nuptials with a breathtaking cocktail hour on the Dana Villas Terrace, which let’s face, is the most sought out location for weddings on the island. Between the gorgeous smiles, the clear-angelic sky, and the peaceful atmosphere, we feel like we just walked through cupid’s playground.

From Anna Roussos... “The result of the photographer’s job depends 100% on the connection between the photographer and the couple,”  from these gorgeous photos, we can say that a connection is more of an understatement and much like a match made in photography heaven!

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Photographer: Anna Roussos // Reception Venue: Dana Villas Weddings

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