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area; and the Beach Cove, which offers an oceanfront seating. Offering accommodations in oceanview guestrooms and suites, bungalows, casitas, or villas, the resort can accommodate 500 guests; for larger celebrations, couples can commit all of the resort's rooms and event spaces without groups having to buy-out the entire resort. Brides can relish in some pampering with their bridesmaids at The Spa at Terranea, where packages include the I Do I Do package offering hair and makeup trials before the wedding day, as well as a mani-pedi, hair, makeup and Champagne to ease the nerves on the big day. Bridesmaids can indulge in the Maid-Over package, which includes a 60-minute facial, mani-pedi, hair, makeup, and celebratory Champagne; a similar package not including the facial is available for the mothers of the bride and groom. The man of the hour will also be pampered with the Groomed to Perfection package for him and his groomsmen including a 60-minute Gentlemen's Facial, shampoo treatment with scalp massage, haircut and manicure. Guests who stay at the resort's Shearwater Suites (starting rates $2,445 per night) will have unlimited access to a Lexus vehicle with a line-up of themed GPS-led drive itineraries, each including recommended stops for attractions, snacks, as well as special amenities and gifts. The resort has many onsite activities including golf, coastal hikes, kayaking and paddle boarding. Why we chose it: Set on a bluff, panoramic ocean views, ability to rent out the entire property, pampering, and possible Lexus drives. Need we say more? terranea.com turtle bay resort, hawaii Located on Oahu's fabled North Shore, and situated at the start of the mecca of surf known as the "7-mile miracle," Turtle Bay Resort is known for health, wellness and adventure. If your clients are searching for a beachside wedding, this is the only place on Oahu where full-scale wedding ceremonies are allowed on the beach. Couples can let their imagination run wild, with wedding accommodations on the lawn of Bay View Beach at sunset, on Kuilima Point for buffet dining and entertainment, on the Palmer Course at the 18th hole, or even at the stables lawn-there is a place to ﬁt an array of personalities and tastes. Ceremony site rentals start at $1,500 and reception site rentals start at $3,000, however, there are many packages ﬁlled with amenities and services, making the planning that much easier. Packages range from the 18th Green for up to 100 guests starting at $15,000; to the Naupaka package, starting at $12,500, including limousine service, a 4-night stay in an oceanfront King Beach Cottage, a getting ready room, ceremony site, tropical ﬂower arrangements, non-denominational ofﬁciate, acoustical vocalist/guitarist, photography services, Champagne for 36 guests, and dinner for two at North Shore Kula Grille or Pa'akai restaurants. There's also the Pokake package ($10,500), and the Kuilima Cove package for 50 guests starting at $6,500. Taking advantage of the location, each of the 443 accommodations have ocean views, including the beach cottages, villas, and the recently upgraded main building guestrooms. Room discounts are available for wedding bookings, as well as group rates. The property houses seven restaurants and bars, including the two recently opened-North Shore Kula Grille and 76 june 2014 Pa'akai restaurants, with locally sourced ingredients. The couple and their guests can do as much, or as little, as they like with activities ranging from expert-led surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons; Segway, bike and kayak tours; and 36 holes of golf to yoga and ﬁtness classes; hula and ukulele sessions; and oceanside horseback rides. The bride and her bridesmaids can sit back and be pampered at The Nalu Kinetic Spa, which offers an energetic environment for complete immersion in health, referred to as "meditation in motion." Why we chose it: Didn't we say it's the only resort in Oahu that can plan a beachside wedding? turtlebayresort.com winvian, connecticut Set on 113 acres in the Litchﬁeld Hills of Connecticut, Winvian, part of the Relais & Chateaux collection, is made up of a 1775 manor at the center of a historic estate, 18 individually designed resort cottages and the Hadley Suite (the resort cottages and the suite were designed by 15 different architects, each telling its own story). Just a short trip from New York or Boston, Winvian sets the perfect unexpected escape for wedded bliss. Guests of the Winvian can experience the unexpected with a range of accommodations including a treehouse that's 35 ft. above ground and features a gas ﬁreplace, a steam shower, jacuzzi, and a full bar; an indoor campsite centered around a king-size tented bed with a blue-painted ceiling that converts to a starﬁlled one at night; a greenhouse; a musical conservatory; and a barn that features a fully restored 1968 Sikorsky Sea King Pelican HH3F helicopter at its center with original pilot seats, switches and gauges, as well as a cockpit ﬁtted as a cocktail bar, and a fuselage that's used to watch ﬁlms...oh, and there's a king-sized bed placed just outside the helicopter. Every cottage has bikes that can be used for exploring the grounds. Starting room rates are $1,275 including all meals, fully stocked in-cottage bars, all alcohol (except wines), a $50 spa credit pp, snacks and select onsite activities. A la carte rates start at $699. The resort also features a spa and a farm-to-table restaurant. Catering to the couple's needs, the property can arrange just about anything their imaginations dream up-with guestrooms this imaginative, much can't be out of their reach. Activities include hot air balloon rides, kayaking, horseback riding, gals day with the bride-to-be enjoying the 5,000-sq.-ft. spa, cooking classes, guided hikes, and even cross country skiing. Couples can be sure to get undivided attention from staff, as the resort only schedules one event per weekend. Couples choosing the Winvian are provided a wedding planner; AAA ﬁve-diamond cuisine in the restaurant; and ﬁve-diamond lodging; and custom events for two to 500, including rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, receptions, after parties, bon ﬁres, and organic food. Full property buy-outs are available. Why we chose it: They had us at treehouse and hot air balloon rides. Oh, and don't forget the helicopter and the picturesque wilderness setting. winvian.com ● Archived related articles (available on recommend.com/magazine/ issue-archive): The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs (July 2013) recommend.com http://www.turtlebayresort.com http://www.terranea.com http://www.winvian.com http://www.recommend.com/magazine/issue-archives): http://www.recommend.com

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Editor’s Notes
Hotel Desk: Seattle’s The Edgewater Rocks
Tour Talk: Apple Leisure Group
Caribbean Weddings: Choices, Romance & More Choices
Honeymoon Havens for all Sorts of Lovebirds
Nuptials at Sea
Wild Honeymoons!
Latin America for Lovers
Colombia Travel Guide
A Fairy Tale Honeymoon
All-Inclusive Powerhouses
Iberostar Playa Mita
Let’s Get Hitched!
Romantic Retreats
Unforgettable Honeymoons a World Away

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