BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – With spectacular natural beauty, sandy beaches, an ambiance of pure romance and genuine, welcoming Caribbean hospitality, more and more couples are choosing St. Kitts for the most important moment of their lives.
This secluded place features a variety of intimate spots for couples to tie the knot. Among the most popular are St. Kitts’ many tranquil beaches, all distinct in character and scenic backdrop. For example, Cockleshell Beach offers two full miles of powder-fine golden sand while Dieppe Bay Beach is graced with soft volcanic black sand dramatically set against lush green palms and the azure water where the Atlantic and Caribbean meet. Wander the shoreline of St. Kitts’ sandy beaches, feel the soft breeze and let the island’s intoxicating sights and sounds soothe and enrich your soul.
Another romantic locale and scenic marriage setting is the historic Brimstone Hill Fortress, an UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 1600s. Stroll hand in hand while musing over its “old world” charm and unrivaled scenic beauty, with sweeping views of the landscape, Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands. Marriage ceremonies can be held on its sprawling lawns, circular center or even the rooftop.
Many couples also enjoy visiting the elegant Romney Manor, a 9-acre property boasting a lush tropical garden complete with the ruins of a sugar estate tower, bubbling stone water fountain and exotic flowering plants. The centerpiece of the garden is a 350-year-old Saman Tree, in the shade of which many lovers have exchanged vows.
On the island’s northern coast, the hilltop point overlooking Black Rocks is another exceptionally scenic marriage locale. On a clear day, spray from the crashing waves against the magnificent high cliffs creates colorful rainbows, a magical backdrop for any wedding service. Adventurous couples may want to wed at a whopping 3,792 feet above sea level on extinct volcano Mt. Liamuiga, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the rainforest with the summit caldera crater lake as the backdrop.
St. Kitts’ elegant plantation inns, hotels and resorts regularly host refined weddings and honeymoons. Wedding packages and dedicated wedding coordinators are frequently offered, or on island wedding planners can assist with arrangements.
With no extended residency requirement and a minimum of official procedures, the icing on the “wedding” cake is that getting married in St. Kitts is as simple as saying “I do”. Couples need only have a copy their birth certificates and two forms of government issued photo id, such as a valid passport and driver’s license, for each person as well as documentation confirming each person’s single status.
Whether for a wedding, honeymoon or simply a romantic retreat, St. Kitts invites you to come for a visit, stay a while and explore, feel, love and remember.
