andrew harper destination wedding & honeymoon guide 2016

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Extraordinary moments deserve extraordinary settings. And nothing is quite as extraordinary as your wedding day and honeymoon. Whether you long to say “I do” on the sandy shores of the South Pacific,

elope in the easy paradise of the Caribbean or indulge in the languorous romance of Rome, the following Andrew Harper partners provide the perfect destinations for your most magical moments.

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Special Andrew Harper amenities include:

• Best available non-restricted rates

• Room upgrade, when available, at check-in

• Daily buffet breakfast served at the restaurant

• One lunch for two per room, excluding beverages

• For stays of five nights or longer, a wine tasting for two at Lobby Bar

For reservations, contact the Andrew Harper Travel Office at (800) 375-4685 or [email protected].

Peter Island Resort & SpaTORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS – Described as “the best private island we have ever been to” by a recent Andrew Harper visitor, Peter Island is a study in barefoot elegance. A host of new features and renovations await your arrival at this iconic 1,800-acre oasis of exclusive tranquility, home to 52 guest rooms and suites, three villas, five secluded beaches, a 10,000-square-foot spa and exciting gourmet dining at the refreshed Tradewinds Restaurant. Take advantage of the surrounding waters with a bevy of water sports options, such as snor-keling, kayaking and paddleboarding. Lovebirds looking to tie the knot will swoon over the comprehensive list of wedding packages, where every detail is attended to and every desire met. Recommended since

1981; Readers’ Choice—2014, 2015.

SPECIAL OFFER: 20 Percent Savings on Beach Front Jr. Suites Celebrate all that is new at Peter Island with 20 percent savings when staying a minimum of seven nights in a Beach Front Jr. Suite. also includes: Andrew Harper benefits and standard inclusions. dates: Offer is valid on new reserva-tions only, booked by April 1, 2016 for travel from Jan. 4–Dec. 19, 2016, based on availability. Restrictions may apply. Offer discount is valid on room rates only, based on double occupancy and may not be applied toward meal or beverage plans. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions.

Andrew Harper Benefits: Preferred rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • Daily full breakfast served at the restaurant • Private Champagne picnic lunch for two at White Bay or Honeymoon Beach • A bottle of wine per room

Standard Inclusions: Wi-Fi

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Cap JulucaMAUNDAYS BAY, ANGUILLA – There may be no finer beach on which to experience a destination wedding than the private white sands of Cap Juluca, where veteran wedding planner Verna Rogers will personally oversee every detail of your ceremony, from licenses to officiants. The exclusive nature of the property makes it ideal for high-profile events, with multiple sites for saying your vows, including the dedicated Wedding Lawn. Featuring 70 guest quarters and three on-site restaurants, most couples choose to stay on for their honeymoon. As one Andrew Harper subscriber reports, “Cap Juluca has the most incredible beach, and we had five fabulous days enjoying the crystal-

clear water.” Recommended since 1998; Readers’ Choice—2013,

2014, 2015.

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • $100 resort credit per room • Welcome amenity

Standard Inclusions: Daily continental breakfast served at Blue • Afternoon tea • In-room minibar • Wi-Fi

Petit St. VincentST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES – Surrounded by azure waters, this eco-friendly resort is hidden away amid 115 acres of rolling hills, wild forests, powdery beaches and hidden coves on a private island in the Grenadines. Adhering to an unplugged policy, discerning travelers are encouraged to fully immerse themselves in the lush surround-ings, while indulging in an intimate experience that is filled with both tranquil moments and opportunities for adventure. With 22 secluded cottages and villas, two restaurants, a Balinese spa and snorkeling and scuba excursions through the Cousteau Dive Center, guests enjoy an

ideal balance of relaxation and adventure, wilderness and opulence.

Recommended since 1980; Readers’ Choice—2015.

SPECIAL OFFER: Spa Credit Book a stay of seven nights or longer and re-ceive a $50 credit for use at the spa. also includes: Andrew Harper benefits and standard inclusions. dates: Offer is valid on new reservations only, booked by Feb. 15, 2016 for travel through Aug. 31, 2016, based on availability. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions. Restrictions may apply.

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • $50 credit for use at Beach Bar • Half pound of Neuhaus chocolates per room

Standard Inclusions: All meals • Use of all resort facilities • Wi-Fi available at reception area


Lavishly Appointed Villa • Authentic Moorish Details • Jeweled Lanterns and Elegant Colonnades • Unsurpassed Privacy

and Tranquility • Magical Surroundings and Splendid Gardens • Four Luxurious Air-Conditioned Suites • Private Baths,

Terraces and Balconies • Mosaic Fountains • Domed Octagonal Dining Pavilion • Two Infinity-Edge Pools • Attentive Full-Time

Staff of Seven • Ideal for Celebrating Special Occasions

Andrew Harper Benefits: Welcome drink and snack

Standard Inclusions: Pre-arrival grocery shopping, excluding cost of food & beverages • Pre-arrival planning of entire stay by manager • Airport pick-up and welcome by staff • Return transfer to the airport upon departure • Complimentary use of two vehicles • Laundry and ironing services • Wi-Fi

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MUSTIQUE, ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

Toucan HillSpectacular panoramic views of the Caribbean and the Atlantic await at this glamorous

Moroccan-inspired palace, resting on the highest hill of Mustique.


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The Wakaya Club & SpaWAKAYA ISLAND, FIJI – Secluded beaches, soaring cliffs

and crystalline lagoons set the stage for your own private

island escape. Exclusivity is guaranteed with only 10 spacious

luxury bures and a maximum of 28 guests. The warm and

friendly Fijian staff provides gracious and unobtrusive service

to ensure your visit becomes the trip of a lifetime. Welcome to

paradise. Recommended since 1991; Readers’ Choice—2013.

• Paradise, Perfected

• Private 2,200-Acre Island

• Azure Lagoons, Majestic Cliffs, White-Sand Beaches

Andrew Harper Benefits: Preferred rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in (from Garden to Ocean View categories only) • Two 50-minute massages per room • Discover Scuba program for two

Standard Inclusions: All meals and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) • Fully stocked minibar • Meet-and-greet service at Nadi International Airport • One scuba tank dive per person, per stay for certified divers • Guided archaeological hiking tours • Use of all sport-ing facilities and equipment, including golf, tennis, snorkeling, sea kayaking, fitness bure and croquet • Wi-Fi • Laundry service

SPECIAL OFFER: Honeymoon Package In addition to Wakaya’s all-inclusive amenities, honeymooners can enjoy a special package including: One 50-minute spa treatment per person • A private gazebo dinner for two • A specially handcrafted honeymoon gift • Round-trip airfare on Air Wakaya flights from Suva or Nadi airports. Per Couple Rates: Ocean View Bure - 5 Nights: $12,600 ($11,950 from Sept. 1–Nov. 30, 2016); 7 Nights: $15,084 ($14,265 from Sept. 1–Nov. 30, 2016) • Governor’s Bure - 5 Nights: $15,000; 7 Nights: $18,108. also includes: Andrew Harper benefits and standard inclusions. dates:. Offer is valid on new reservations only, for travel from April 1–Nov. 30, 2016, based on availability. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions.

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VOYAGESThe St. Regis Resort Bora BoraBORA BORA, FRENCH POLYNESIA – This tropical haven

represents the epitome of carefree elegance, suspending time

within 44 acres of lush landscaping edged by powdery white

sands and a crystalline lagoon, where each exquisite Over-

water and Beach Villa provides spectacular views of Mount

Otemanu. Four delectable restaurants, including Lagoon by

Jean-Georges; the exotic adults’-only Oasis Pool; and Miri Miri

Spa by CLARINS on its own private island are some of the

resort’s world-class services, transcending a blissful paradise

with the personalized attentions that are the hallmarks of

St. Regis. Recommended since 2007

• Largest Overwater Villas in the South Seas

• Exclusive Lagoonarium

• Romance Concierge

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • Daily buffet breakfast served at Te Pahu • 50 percent discount on round-trip airport transfers for two per room • 20 percent discount at Miri Miri Spa by Clarins

Standard Inclusions: Access to spa and fitness facilities • Butler service • Tennis • Bicycles • Non-motorized water sports • Wi-Fi

Cocoa Island by COMOSOUTH MALE ATOLL, MALDIVES – Enter a world of rustic

romance and adventure at this intimate Maldives island

resort. Slip directly into the warm waters of the Maldivian sea

from your private terrace in one of 33 overwater thatched-

roof suites and villas, all inspired by the gentle curves of the

local dhoni fishing boats and featuring teak floors, airy inte-

riors and unbridled luxury. Encircled with impossibly white

sand and endless emerald waters, discover the meaning of

wedded bliss with a host of exclusive and complimentary

honeymoon amenities, as well as holistic wellness treatments

at COMO Shambhala Retreat. Recommended since 2008.

• Intimate, Private Island

• Overwater Suites and Villas

• COMO Shambhala Retreat Spa

Andrew Harper Benefits: Preferred rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • Welcome bottle of wine per room • $100 spa credit per room • For stays of four nights or longer, one private yoga class per room

Standard Inclusions: Daily full American breakfast served at the restaurant or in room • Non-motorized water sports • Wi-Fi

SPECIAL OFFER: Complimentary Half Board Confirm a four-night minimum stay and enjoy complimentary half board for all paid nights. Book early to save up to an additional 10 percent. also includes: Andrew Harper benefits and standard inclusions. dates: Offer is valid on new reservations only, from April 1–June 30 and Sept. 1–30, 2016, based on availability. Early booking discounts apply: book at least 30 days in advance to receive a 5 per-cent discount on the nightly rate; book at least 60 days in advance to receive a 10 percent discount. Offer may be combined with all other current offers, excluding the Double Destination promotion. Restrictions may apply.

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The St. Regis Princeville ResortPRINCEVILLE, KAUAI, HAWAII – In this 9,000-acre resort commu-nity on Kauai, there is a secret cove where couples say “I do” against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Across the way, a graciously appointed ballroom is readied for a spectacular 400-person celebra-tion, with every detail complete. In fact, this 251-room resort offers four ceremony settings and five reception venues, all complemented by comprehensive event planning services. Five restaurants focus on local flavors, while catering services are fully customizable and supported by an unobtrusive banquet staff. Situated on Hanalei Bay with glorious views in every direction, The St. Regis Princeville Resort

is an exceptional locale in which to say your vows.

Recommended since 2010.

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • Daily buffet breakfast served at Makana Terrace • $100 resort credit per room • Welcome amenity


Four Seasons Resort Bora BoraBORA BORA, FRENCH POLYNESIA – On this mystical island with its necklace of white-fringed coral islets, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora redefines the South Seas escape. Exotic overwater suites and beachfront villas with pools immerse you in ultramodern comforts and the welcoming spirit of French Polynesia. Culinary arts embrace operatic sunsets over the island’s primeval peaks. Be introduced to colorful reef fish and coral gardens in the warm turquoise lagoons with a marine biologist. Spirit yourselves away in a cathedral-like spa, bal-anced by the tranquil lagoon and the rolling surf. Surrender to pampering Four Seasons service, unmatched in the South Pacific. Recommended since 2008.

• 100 Overwater Bungalow Suites

• Seven Expansive Beachfront Villas

• Award-Winning Spa

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • 20 percent discount on spa body treatments of 80 minutes or longer • Coral adoption certificate

Standard Inclusions: Daily buffet breakfast served at Tere Nui for two per bungalow, or up to four per villa • Complimentary standard Inter-net access for up to two devices • Pool cabanas • Additional amenities for children and special occasions • Access to resort facilities • Children’s program



Hassler RomaROME, ITALY – Iconic, legendary, incomparable—the Hassler Roma, owned and managed by Roberto E. Wirth, is the very symbol of hospitality. Set theatrically next to the magnificent 16th-century Trinità dei Monti Church at the top of the Spanish Steps—whose Travertine white marble stairs have been climbed by nearly every visitor to the city during the last 300 years—the hotel is within easy walking distance of the city’s most fashionable boutiques and important landmarks, including Piazza di Spagna, Villa Borghese, the Pantheon, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Coliseum and the Trevi Fountain.

The 82 rooms and 14 suites, elegant terraces and Michelin-star panoramic restaurant all

offer breathtaking views over Rome’s romantic skyline, charming a host of VIPs and celebri-

ties since the hotel’s opening. With it’s unique position, inimitable style and high-quality

service and discretion, the Hassler Roma is an ideal location for every couple who desires a

one-of-a-kind wedding and honeymoon in the City of Love.

Recommended since 1984.

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Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when avail-able at check-in • Daily buffet breakfast served at the restaurant • 60 EUR food and beverage credit



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La Casa Que CantaZIHUATANEJO, MEXICO – Looking out over picturesque Zihuatanejo Bay sits a haven of refined tranquility. Lauded for its intimate setting, sweeping views and cultural leanings, this 25-suite boutique hotel exudes a quiet elegance perfect for a romantic getaway. The Mar y Cielo restaurant serves contemporary Mexican food with a French flair, highlighting the area’s fresh seafood and vegetables, organic meat and home-baked bread. Visitors looking to unwind will delight in the saltwater and infinity pools and full-service Clarins spa—a welcome respite from a day of cultural events, concerts, yoga, and

bay activities such as kayaking and diving. Recommended since 1994;

Readers’ Choice—2014, 2015.

SPECIAL OFFER: Romantic Dinner and Amenities Book a minimum stay of four nights and enjoy a romantic private dinner with a bottle of wine, as well as a special turndown service including fresh flowers, candles and Champagne. also includes: Andrew Harper benefits and standard inclusions. dates: Offer is valid on new reservations only, booked by March 18, 2016 for travel from Jan. 4–March 28, 2016, based on availability. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions.

Andrew Harper Benefits: Best available non-restricted rates • Room upgrade, when available at check-in • Daily continental breakfast served at the restaurant or in room • One bottle of wine per room • $100 spa credit per room

Standard Inclusions: Welcome drink and appetizer • Complimentary in-room minibar • Daily fresh fruit • Bedspread tapestry made with fresh flowers • Complimentary beach bags • Herbal bathroom amenities • Wi-Fi

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