"Love is beyond either condition: without spring, without autumn, it is always fresh." Rumi
To all our newly engaged couples. Congratulations! Be yourselves and create a wedding that truly reflects who you are together. We hope we inspire you and introduce you to the wonderful world of weddings.
Every year the Ice Church at the ICEHOTEL opens up from December to April, offering an experience that would undoubtedly be once in a lifetime. While the hotel provides the option of “warm accommodations,” why not stay - at least for part of the time - at one of the unique ice Art Suites, which are hand-carved by a variety of artists from around the world.
The team behind the original ICEHOTEL in Sweden has announced plans to create a sustainable addition to the iconic hotel that will be open 365 days a year! The hotel will include 20 suites, a bar and a gallery and feature smooth ceiling arch design using traditional methods and modern sustainable energy. Using the near constant daylight that the region above the Arctic Circle is blessed with through the warmer months of the year, the building is planned to run purely on solar power during summer. In winter, the new addition will form part of the classic ICEHOTEL, which is about three times its size. “This ground-breaking initiative lets our guests decide whether they want to combine staying at ICEHOTEL with dog sledding and the Northern Lights or hiking under the midnight sun. It... lets us meet the desires of our clients in a whole new way,” says ICEHOTEL founder Yngve Bergqvist.
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Snuggle up with your loved one in a glass igloo or luxurious log cabin, Artic Resort Kakslauttanen have it all. Enjoy Lapland's nature and culture. Layback and watch the miracle of the northern lights or the twinkling of the bright starry sky. The glass igloos are available to book all through the northern lights season which starts from around 20 August until the
end of April.
For the adventure there are quite a few safari offerings, from snow mobile tours, horse back trails or even aurora hunting - but we heard the word Reindeer and we were in! The resort offers a relaxing trip into nature hosted by a herd of reindeers, with your very own sleigh! Whilst on reindeer safari you chat with the locals, connect with the Sami people; the indigenous people of Norway. Can't promise that Rudolph will make an appearance however.
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Follow winding road in the woodlands of Lake Placid and you will find Whiteface Lodge. Offering a luxurious Adirondack base (cast-iron fireplaces, local-timber paneling) for skiing or cross country through Upstate’s pristine powder. The mist rising off the resort’s heated outdoor pools creates a particularly magical effect. Indoor nuptials are available with the backdrop of the Adirondack Mountains. Those looking for a more unconventional spot can get married on the outdoor ice-skating rink.
If you’re familiar with the Swiss Alps, you don’t need to read any further: the Gstaad Palace name tells you more or less all you need to know. Gstaad is one of the most exclusive ski areas in the world. Gstaad Palace is, in short, a glamorous winter fantasy come to life. Lit up at night, looming high above the hamlet from its hilltop perch, the turreted structure looks like a castle. The interior is much as it was in the palace’s early days, though fresh renovations, state-of-the-art spa with hammam to warm the bones after a day skiing or exploring.
AYANA Estate is a world-class destination resort sprawling 90 hectares across the cliff-tops above Jimbaran Bay, Bali’s best sunset coast. The resort flaunts a myriad of exclusive facilities and the islands most sort after sunset venue, Rock Bar.
To fall in love is something amazing. To celebrate your love and get married in the most romantic city in the world, well... that’s what dreams are made of. That dream can become a reality. Shangri-La Paris, the former home of Napoleon Bonaparte’s grandnephew Prince Roland Bonaparte. At Shangri-La the royal treatment lives on.
Lisbon, Portugal, is a romantic honeymoon destination that offers a perfect mix of culture, history, and charm. From the stunning architecture to the delicious cuisine and lively nightlife, there is something for everyone in Lisbon. Find our favourite places to stay, explore and eat.
Chateau of Domaine Des Etangs, nestled on 2500 acres of sprawling meadows and farmland is the eleventh century castle known for its seven lakes or ‘étangs’. A Small Luxury Hotel with a Michelin star restaurant and a spa that’s second to none, it’s a place filled the finest in French country living.
Karma kandara is a multi-award winning 5-star resort of outstanding natural beauty, situated atop the spectacular limestone cliffs of uluwatu overlooking the indian ocean. Featuring 54 luxurious private-pool villas, each blend traditional balinese architecture, lush gardens and ultimate privacy.
One of the most desired honeymoon locations is a remote African adventure and you can be one of the first guests to stay at the newly opened Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House in Rwanda. Opening this month the lodge is set on 178 acres (72 hectares) on the edge of Volcanoes National Park, Kwitonda Lodge boasts eight luxurious suites, while Kataza House, an exclusive-use villa, features four spacious suites.
Travellers have fallen in love with Japan, the country becoming one of travellers top destinations of choice. And whilst we know some of the more iconic places to go and visit we went a little off track and discovered some real romance with Japan!
A contemporary hotel in the heart of vibrant Seminyak with all the class of five star luxury offering but with boutique charm. It has the feeling of a chic urban resort. From the moment you step inside the tone is set for the high level of attention and service you will receive throughout your stay.
The infinite views of the Indian Ocean are what make Uluwatu a truly
exotic destination! Alila Villas Uluwatu would have to be one of the most luxurious destinations and certainly makes for honeymoon heaven!
‘Riverside elegance in Europe’s golden city.’ There’s a certain magic in the air that flows effortlessly through Old Town Square, onto Charles Bridge, over the Vltava River and all the way up the tallest spires of Prague Castle. Experience it all from your doorstep at Four Seasons Hotel Prague.
