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Tobago’s secret destination wedding location T
Destination weddings are becoming an increasingly popular way to say “I do” as couples seek new and different ways to marry in exotic locations
he Caribbean is always a popular choice and while most opt for the more
familiar islands such as Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and St Lucia, the discerning few head to the almost unknown island of Tobago to say their vows at
the Caribbean’s best kept
secret — the Mount Irvine Bay Resort. Te parish of St Patrick on the
unspoilt island of Tobago is the loca- tion of the Mount Irvine Bay Resort. Tis iconic hotel and golf course are carved out of the grounds of what was originally a sugar plantation before being converted to a coconut farm. Te resort exudes opulent, old-world charm with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. Some of the resort’s main buildings date back to the 19th century or earlier, but the decor is decidedly 21st century.
An outstanding feature of Mount
Irvine Bay Resort is its main restau- rant, built around the largest sugar mill on the island. Te Sugar Mill Restaurant is a spectacular backdrop to a wedding ceremony on the hotel’s expansive pool terrace overlooking the sea, and a novel reception venue. Te Mount Irvine Bay Resort is
spread over 154 acres, which include an 18-hole Championship golf course, private beach and 80-room boutique hotel. In addition to the historic 19th-century sugar mill, the resort has several unique wedding loca- tions. For an unparalleled experience, exchange vows in the stone gazebo on the golf course overlooking the 18th hole and the Caribbean Sea. Mount Irvine Bay Resort has a
An outstanding feature of Mount Irvine Bay Resort is its main restaurant, built around the largest sugar mill on the island
natural garden amphitheatre that lends itself to ceremonies in the round. Known as the Bamboo Hollow, the area is crowned by a magnifi- cent Samaan tree, hundreds of years old. Te expansive tree creates a wonderful green canopy over an elegant garden wedding. Couples who crave the sand
between their toes have the option to wed on 36,000sq ft of Caribbean coastline at sunset. In addition to a restaurant and bar on Mount Irvine Beach, the resort has a private dining room situated mere feet
from the water’s edge. Te entire ceremony and
reception can take place on the beach. Te Tobago sun can be overpowering, and some couples favour the air-con- ditioned comfort of the resort’s indoor venues. Tese are two tastefully deco- rated ballrooms designed for dining and dancing. Mount Irvine Bay Resort offers
full-service wedding packages covering all aspects of the destination wedding from decor to legal require- ments. A local marriage license is required to get married on the island and this must be applied for in person.
Te waiting period is minimal as the license can be obtained once the couple has been in the country for one full working day. Civil, Christian, Muslim, Hindu and Orisa marriages are recog- nised in Trinidad and Tobago. Mount Irvine Bay Resort also organ-
ises excursions, activities and tours for the wedding party and guests in the pre- and post-wedding days. Te resort itself has one of the best snor- kelling spots on the island and is situ- ated within easy driving distance of all Tobago’s main attractions.
Contact Mount Irvine Bay Resort E:
weddings@mtirvine.com T: +1 868 298 1671/4
mtirvine.com
Facebook: Mountt Irvine Bay Resort Instagram: @mtirvineresort Twitter: @mtirvineresort Pinterest: Mount Irvine Bay Resort
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