Destination weddings have become all the rage in rage in recent years. And with good reason – powder soft sand and the azure Caribbean Sea make for a pretty decent wedding photo backdrop. If you’ve dreamed of your impending nuptials taking place in an idyllic island setting, you might want to jot these down.
Cap Juluca – Anguilla
Perched along the peaceful crescent of Anguilla’s Maundays Bay, Cap Juluca consistently receives accolades for their beach, resort, and romance packages.
With more than 60,000 blooming plants on the grounds, the Moorish architecture blends seamless among them. Moroccan inspired interiors and nearly flawless in-room details ensure a memorable stay.
Brides to be can rest easy knowing their big day is in capable hands. Verna Rogers, Cap Juluca’s wedding planner, has been on staff for 23 years. Wedding packages are as varied as brides’ tastes.
Couples can begin with a private massage if they opt for the Cap Juluca Wedding or the Maundays Bay Matrimony. There’s more pampering for the bride with hair and makeup services. A guitarist, champagne, photography, a romantic post-service dinner, wedding cake, and other special touches are also included. (The Cap Juluca Wedding provides more perks for like a manicure/pedicure and venue options, among others.) The Barefoot Beach Bliss and Renew, Rekindle, Reconnect are other packages available.

The Caves – Negril
Perched on the limestone cliffs of the West End of Jamaica, The Caves are a captivating oceanfront sanctuary. Close to Negril’s alluring seven-mile beachfront with its turquoise waters, The Caves is a perfect hideaway for couples. With twelve cliff-side accommodations, The Blackwell Rum Bar, a Private Cave Dining, and the sea view Aveda Amenity Spa, it exudes romance.
The Caves also offer quite a breathtaking backdrop with the volcanic rock backed up by the sweeping vistas of the Caribbean Sea. Weddings on property are as unique as you want them to be. The staff customizes your wedding to suit you. Whether it’s a ceremony with the Negril Lighthouse as your backdrop or gazebo nuptials cliff side, you’re covered. Entertainment, spa services, floral arrangements, personal attendants and professional photography can all be arranged through the wedding coordinator.

Jumby Bay – Antigua
Just two miles off the coast of Antigua, this secluded 300-acre private resort is accessible only by boat. Surrounded by unspoiled white sand beaches and lush foliage, Jumby Bay is a nature lover’s paradise, without skimping on world-class service and five-star amenities.
Couples saying “I do” at Jumby Bay can rest assured a unique event, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a huge party. With competent event planners and culinary staff to guide them; as well as local floral designers, photographers, hairstylists and makeup artists to draw from, there is no shortage of options for a memorable ceremony.
Exchange nuptials on the sun-soaked beach or choose the historic Estate House and Sugar Mill as your wedding backdrop. The Point (on the beach) and the Manor home are other ceremony options. Whatever you decide, you are guaranteed picture perfect surroundings. Choose from the Wedding Ceremony Package, the Run to the Altar Getaway, or the Perfect Match.