Jamaica Tourist Board Offers Wedding, Honeymoon Concierge

Often ranked one of the top places for weddings and honeymoons, the island of Jamaica never falls short on romantic offerings for travelers. For a seamless journey through Jamaica’s wide-ranging wedding and honeymoon options, the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) has an online concierge service for couples to utilize when planning their dream trip to the island.

The online concierge is called “Wendy” and her role is to ensure visitors receive the best match for every taste and budget. Couples can get to know the Jamaican love guru at visitjamaica.com/weddings or on Twitter at twitter.com/weddingsinja.

“While other islands may offer sun and sand, Jamaica presents a fantastic diversity of options for couples in search of rich cultural experiences in addition to a setting of extraordinary beauty,” said John Lynch, Director of Tourism for the Jamaica Tourist Board. “The destination’s distinct flavors and island vibe ensure that travelers have a memorable experience that will last a lifetime.”

The following is a sampling of Wendy’s suggestions for tying the knot in Jamaica. Top Five Places for a Wedding in Jamaica:

1) Sunset Beach: A spectacular sunset from the cliffs off Negril’s Seven Mile Beach is just one of the breathtaking waterfront scenes offered across the island. Montego Bay and Treasure Beach are also great locales.

2) Love Boat: Choose a sunset ceremony on a sailboat bobbing on tropical waters, complete with reggae band and traditional Jamaican cuisine. Several tour companies invite couples to plan their wedding and reception onboard a catamaran.

3) Tropical Garden: Jamaica is home to many gardens with colorful tropical flowers and lush greenery providing a beautiful wedding backdrop. A top garden pick is Shaw Park Gardens – located high in the hills overlooking Ocho Rios with a stunning view of the seaside town below.

4) Lovers’ Leap: A 518-meter cliff overlooking Cutlass Bay on Jamaica’s rugged South Coast offers one of the most picturesque views on the island. Legend has it that two young slaves jumped to their deaths from this cliff after their secret love affair had been exposed, rather than being separated.

5) Blue Lagoon: Port Antonio’s “Blue Lagoon” is a small, secluded lagoon renowned for its vivid blue color. This location makes for a perfect “tropical paradise” setting for an intimate ceremony, and can only be accessed via a narrow lane off the coast road or by boat.