By Judy Allen
Imagine skimming over sun-kissed sparkling water in breathtaking hues of emerald green, turquoise and azure aboard a luxury catamaran to your own uninhabited island cay to exchange your wedding vows.
At your site, you disembark from your private catamaran onto a beautiful stretch of powdersoft white-sand beach and step into a tropical island setting that is ideal for the barefoot bride and groom who wish to exchange vows in a natural surrounding of sun, sand and sea. It's a deserted island fantasy wedding day-pleasing, picturesque and perfect.
And for those who choose to get married in barefoot elegance, and who are looking to add a tropical twist and local island flavor to their wedding day, conch shells and bougainvillea (a native flower) displays in a palette of vibrant colors can line the wedding aisle that leads to arches or huppahs decorated with island flair. A catered reception, arranged through your hotel and wedding specialist, can be set up directly on the beach or back on board your catamaran.
After the wedding ceremony, sample tempting island delicacies like jerk chicken and pork, subtle curries and an array of fresh seafood that includes spicy conch salad with refreshing local drinks such as coconut rum splashed with pineapple juice, followed by a wedding cake topped with polished seashells (a takeaway memory) in lieu of the more traditional bride and groom. Then dance in the sand to the pulsating beat of a live calypso, reggae or steel band and continue the celebrations back on board your catamaran as you sail into your future life together.
This is just one option awaiting you in the Turks and Caicos, a British Crown colony made up of 40 small islands and tiny cays, and one of the best-kept secrets in the Caribbean. Blessed with crystal clear turquoise waters, one of the longest coral reefs in the world, white powder-soft beaches and elegant resorts ready to attend to your every need, this is the perfect place for a combined wedding and honeymoon getaway that can be as casual or upscale as you wish.
Marry on the beach in front of your hotel; hook up on a private island cay as fashion designer Donna Karan's daughter did; surround yourselves in a traditional quiet setting of a parsonage or a romantic garden blooming with lush tropical plants and flowers; or celebrate in a private beachfront villa owned by Hollywood celebrity, Bruce Willis, or well-known musician, Keith Richards. Your marriage ceremony options in the Turks and Caicos are limitless.
A poolside wedding at sunset can be magical. By renting an exclusive villa such as The Resident at Parrot Cay for your event, you are ensured your privacy, away from other guests. Situated on a secluded bay, The Residence, built by Bruce Willis as a private home, is an extraordinary villa that is available for rent as a beautiful venue at which to host a wedding during your stay at Parrot Cay. You can even rent the villa for the duration of your stay. The Residence is comprised of two three-bedroom villas and a Main House, the second floor of which features a 93-square-metre master bedroom, study, master bath with dressing area and walk-in closets, steam room and telescope area.
Parrot Cay, the northern Caribbean's most exclusive resort, is a luxury 60 room hideaway located on its own 405-hectare uninhabited island in the Turks and Caicos. It is also home to Shambhala, a holistic private-island retreat that was voted the number one spa in The Americas and Caribbean by CondŽ Nast Traveller Spa Award. Here, you can finalize your wedding plans while you relax in the incredible infinity pool; or as you're pampered at Shambhala in one of six couples' treatment rooms; or in one of two secluded pavilions that can be rented for a full or half-day; or while you indulge in a pre-wedding private charter to a round of golf.
Picture lit Tiki torches at dusk leading to your wedding arch or Huppah, draped with tulle and adorned with tiny orchids flown in for your special occasion and thousands of twinkling mini lights. A gospel choir, military or steel band adds a memorable touch to your wedding festivities in this more formal villa setting and entertains your guests while they await your arrival. As the sun sinks and the sky darkens following your wedding ceremony, guests enjoy champagne and hors d'oeuvres passed around on silver trays before they sit down to dine by candlelight by the pool. Wedding guests then dance the night away to the sweet sounds of a live band under a canopy of stars while a firework display lights up the night.
Wedding options in the Turks and Caicos are only limited by your imagination and budget. And help is just a phone call away.
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