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Showing posts with label luxury. Show all posts
Showing posts with label luxury. Show all posts

Saturday, February 20, 2016

The Panache of Palm Beach



With a wealth of world class shopping for star dining and first class resorts, this glamorous destination offers luxury and leisure at its finest. This oceanfront paradise invites you to bask beneath the sun splash in the sea and relax in tropical tranquility as you escape the everyday and enjoy your every moment. In this spectacular setting you'll experience the best of the best, whether you prefer the cultural scene, the sporting life, pure entertainment or the fine art of relaxation.

The soul of South Beach eclectic, electric and wildly eccentric, this world renowned setting dazzles with white sand shores and  a red hot scene that sizzle beneath the sun and the moon. Known for its beaches and beauty, this paradise by day becomes the place to be by night. You'll want to stroll through Atlantic Avenue and experience the energy as the city entices with dining, nightlife, shopping and culture that awaken the spirit and sir your senses. The tropical flavor and sophisticated style with exceed your expectations and leave your wanting more.

Between both places awaits the extraordinary escape to a place where the beauty of the beach meets the sophistication of the city. The Seagate Hotel & Spa is a boutique hotel by the ocean and beyond your expectations in the resort town of Delray Beach Florida. Experience their signature Spa, fitness center and Atlantic Grille on the premises along with exclusive guest privileges at the Hotel's private Beach Club. For the ultimate vacation in the center of it all, one destination brings you all of the best.

To find out how we can personalize your wedding or event, contact caren@moongateweddingeventplanner.com us today


Thursday, January 16, 2014

Quintessential Key West

Experience your special wedding day in paradise, Ocean Key Resort & Spa offers the most premier and elegant wedding location in Florida for your dream wedding. Imagine exchanging vows on the beautiful ocean terrace as a soft glowing Florida sun slowly sets over the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether it's your first special day, a renewal of vows or getting remarried, Ocean Key Resort & Spa is the perfect wedding destination offering elegant banquet rooms and suites.

Ocean Key Resort & Spa has the unique distinction of being able to claim Zero Duval Street as its location, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico and the sunset pier with its famous daily sunset celebration.

If you have ever dreamed of a wedding ceremony or reception on Mallory square, step over to the ocean key for an incomparable level of service and luxury. With ocean key resort & spa located directly adjacent to the famous Key West sunset celebration, you are only steps away from all of the excitement yet your catered event will be completely private!

Be it casual or formal, the beautiful sunset pier lends itself to personal touches. Be Distinct. Be You.

Whether you envision a small, intimate wedding ceremony or a large, formal affair, your wedding dreams can be realized. Create an experience with them that can never be duplicated.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Tango in Buenos Aires at Palacio Duhau-Park Hyatt

A belle époque luxury residence, elegant and sophisticated rooms, and the spirit of the early 1900s, builds a unique environment in which to celebrate a memorable wedding.


When you choose Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt Buenos Aires as the venue in which to celebrate the most important day of your life, they devote themselves to designing a day that perfectly fulfills your dreams. Their special boardroom can host up to 160 guests and is the perfect place to celebrate this unforgettable day.

Where better for the happy couple, guests or bridal party to learn the tango than Buenos Aires? And for a taste of old-time glamour in a seriously swank setting, sign up at the Palacio Duhau Park Hyatt Buenos Aires, the luxury hotel located on Avenida Alvear in the heart of the Recoleta neighborhood.

Inside the former palace, tango lessons take place in the Los Salones del Piano Nobile. Straight out of the Belle Époque, these magnificent rooms embody the city's traditional Porteña aristocracy old oak floors were painstakingly restored, and the original boisserie recovered and worked by skilled craftsmen with silver foil. While you dance, you’ll catch glimpses of the gorgeous garden, beautifully designed by Carlos Thays. Tango lessons are accompanied by a selection of Argentinian tapas and a special wine menu the perfect setting to your rehearsal dinner.





Saturday, November 12, 2011

One & Only Cape Town Offers New Wedding Venues and Packages


The One & Only Cape Town resort is adding a luxurious new 76-ft motor yacht and a sophisticated new Ballroom to its expansive venue list for weddings and engagements. The new Ballroom boasts a classic ivory color palette and the addition of six handmade crystal chandeliers to the décor. It’s a space designed for the most elegant of weddings. It measures 2,314 square feet, as well as having 648 square feet of outdoor space with breath-taking views of Table Mountain. It’s able to accommodate 50 to 140 guests and can also be divided in two for more intimate affairs.

In addition to the new Ballroom, couples can be married on the Sherilyn, a luxury motor yacht, which is available for sunset wedding photographs, intimate wedding ceremonies and proposals. It can accommodate up to 20 passengers and comes equipped with a qualified team able to facilitate elaborate floral décor or a menu of gourmet canapés and champagne. Those who take part in the Ballroom Package are provided exclusive access to the yacht for post-ceremony drinks. The yacht is also an ideal venue for a bachelorette or bachelor party and a post-wedding brunch.

The basic wedding package, the One &Only Intimate Wedding, includes a maximum of six guests. In order to book this package, guests must stay a minimum of two nights and the package is added to the regular accommodation rates. Accommodation is subject to availability. The High Season is from October 1 to December 20 and bookings must be fully pre-paid 21 days prior to arrival.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Most Famous Tropical Island in the World


Bora Bora is one of nature's most inspired creations with a lagoon resembling an artist's palette of blues and greens. Dominated by two magnificent peaks, Pahia and Otemanu, it has an impressive backdrop of a majestic multi-colored lagoon which many consider the most beautiful in the world.

Seen from the air, Bora Bora has been compared to that of a tiny emerald in a setting turquoise, encircled by a sheltering necklace of sparkling pearls. Life here is casual and relaxed; a place of dramatic beauty, warm waters, and gentle climate. For many travelers, the colorful and majestic setting of Bora Bora offers unlimited possibilities.

Honeymooners and romantics from around the world have laid claim to Bora Bora. From the extraordinary scenery to the privacy and amenities of the overwater bungalows, it is unquestionably the most romantic of the Pacific islands.

Sunday, January 2, 2011

Excellence Group Luxury Resorts


Get married in all adult paradise, where your suite is showered with rose petals, a horse-drawn Carriage takes you to the chapel and all you have to say is "I do".

Tucked away along the Dominican Republic's eastern coastline is Cap Cana, often referred to as the World's Next great destination. Excellence Luxury resort is easily among the most luxurious and romantic destinations in the Caribbean. This resort offers spacious castle suites, amazing 2600 square foot island suite, with two-level accommodations, ultra modern fixtures and service that borders on the sublime all on its own private island.

Playa Mujeres lies just north of Cancun on a 20-mile peninsula that feels wonderfully remote but is surprisingly accessible. Our oasis of virgin beaches and lavishly appointed architecture exudes contemporary luxury.

Riviera Cancun, on Mexico's fabled Riviera Maya coast, is sun-bathed in the mysteries of the ingenious Mayan culture. If you have a taste for classic luxury, Riviera Cancun is where you belong.

Their resorts locations are celebrated for their spectacular sunrises, their warm waters and breathtaking beaches. Quiet elegance is the hallmark of each of our properties where tranquility and exclusivity reign.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Spend New Year's Eve in Monaco and Propose


Celebrate the beginning of your journey together at one of our landmark properties that offer distinctive experiences certain to ensure your day is memorable. And as every couple is unique, each Fairmont hotel and resort features authentic touches and special event planning services tailored specifically to your needs.

Whether you desire an intimate setting or an over-the-top experience, Fairmont's Engaging Proposals package will guarantee a great memory to share with friends and family

Last-minute deal for your Monaco-bound clients! At the Fairmont Monte Carlo, New Year's Eve includes a seven-course gourmet dinner with champagne at l'Argentin restaurant, live music with Jeff & the Angels.
Guests can also enjoy:

• Accommodations based on double occupancy, for a minimum stay of three nights.
• A daily buffet breakfast.
• A 7-course gourmet dinner with champagne at l'Argentin restaurant on December 31st, for two people.

This package is available through January 10, 2011, based on availability. Prices start at $1,033 per night, based on double occupancy.

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Hawaii Honeymoon Cruise Package


A new Hawaii honeymoon package that promises exclusive, private experiences for newlyweds is part of American Safari Cruises' offerings aboard its soon-to-debut 145-foot, 36-guest yacht Safari Explorer. The company will begin inter-island cruises between Maui and the Big Island in December.

The romance package includes one of two top-deck balcony suites that feature a living room with a large, flat-screen TV, master bedroom with king bed and Tempur-pedic mattress, refrigerator stocked with the couple's favorite beverages, and bathroom with heated tile floors and Jacuzzi tub. They also will receive a private helicopter tour of Volcanoes National Park (other guests will fly with up to five others), and be honored at a honeymoon celebration one night at dinner.

The couple will be welcomed with Dom Perignon champagne on ice; a platter of chocolate-covered strawberries, fine cheeses and grapes; a rose-petal strewn bed; and two personalized keepsake pillows. They will have first choice of complimentary massage appointments, and their preferred wines will be stocked in the yacht's wine library. The honeymoon package begins at $7,395 per person and includes from-yacht activities, shore excursions, private transfers and complimentary premium spirits and fine wines. Guest-crew ratio is 2-to-1.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

South Africa’s Camp Jabulani Offers Wedding, Honeymoon Packages


South Africa’s Camp Jabulani luxury safari lodge in the Kapama Private Reserve is offering wedding and honeymoon packages through March 2011. The new wedding packages offer couples a safari wedding experience, an interactive experience with a herd of trained elephants and an educational experience through the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC).

The wedding package consists of:
• An exclusive photographic session with one of the Camp Jabulani elephants,
• Overnight accommodation for the bride and groom in a luxury suite,
• Honeymoon turndown,
• A bottle of sparkling wine and a fruit basket,
• A special signature honeymoon gift
• A private dinner or breakfast at the cost of 35,000 South African rand

The Deluxe Honeymoon package includes:
• Luxury accommodation,
• A welcome cocktail on arrival,
• Game drives, guided walks,
• A visit to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC),
• A lavish full-body massage,
• A fruit basket
• An exclusive private dinner, at the cost of 9,600 South African rand per room per night

The Superior Honeymoon Package offers:
• Accommodation,
• An exclusive honeymoon gift courtesy of Camp Jabulani,
• Local beverages,
• Elephant-back safaris,
• Game drives,
• Guided bush walks,
• A visit to the HESC,
• A fruit basket, flowers,
• Special turndown service,
• Sparkling wine and chocolates at bedtime,
• Private romantic candle-lit dinner and a personalized DVD of your elephant-back safari experience, at the cost of 15,000 South African rand per room per night until March 2011.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Experience Weddings in Kenya, Tanzania or South Africa

With its striking, untamed landscapes, emotive sights and sounds, and dramatic skies, Africa is the perfect setting for a wedding. Couples can exchange barefoot vows on a deserted island beach off the coast of Zanzibar. Guests can raise champagne flutes to toast the bride and groom on a rocky outcrop overlooking a spectacular mountain range.

We meticulously plan and personalize these cherished occasions, allowing bridal couples to relax and soak up every moment. Be it a small, intimate wedding or a larger ceremony, &Beyond's attention to detail will ensure a perfect experience that exceeds all expectations. We pride ourselves on the personal attention, imaginative surprises and charming African touches with which we pamper our wedding couples.

Personalized planning and attention to detail
Imaginative surprises
Charming African touches
Limitless choice of romantic locations

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Venetian Wedding Lasting Love 9-9-9

Venetian Weddings Lasting Love September 9, 2009 package {$3999}

Two Night Suite Stay {consists of a luxury suite with check-in on September 8 and check-out on September 10}
Private Use of the Chapel for one hour
Custom designed Bridal Bouquet
Matching Groom's Boutonniere
Professional Photographer for one hour
Twelve color 5x7 prints
Canyon Ranch day spa pass for two
Continental breakfast in bed
Champagne gift set
Venetian photo album
Marriage certificate frame
Two tickets for a Gondola ride
One hour limousine service {either pick-up or drop-off from the airport, tour of the strip, or roundtrip from the Venetian to obtain your marriage license}
Celebrant to perform your wedding