By ULTIMATE WEDDING MAGAZINE
You have had the day of your dreams, and now the holiday of your dreams starts. Take a look at these amazing getaways where the sky is the limit.
Pictured above: Enchanted Island
Borgo Eganzia, Italy
Embark on newly married life in the truly privileged location of Borgo Egnazia in the beautiful and unspoilt region of Puglia. With crystal clear waters and picture-postcard views, it is an idyllic romantic escape.
In 2012, Borgo Egnazia hosted the glamorous wedding of Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel which was crowned by Hollywood as the most expensive wedding in history.
Built in the style of a traditional Apulian village following the vision of the Melpignano family, this stunning venue pays homage to local tradition and architecture and offers both space and privacy for honeymooners with 63 suites, 92 casette, or mini houses, and 29 villas. A portfolio of restaurants, including the gourmet experience of Due Camini, serve excellent local cuisine by Executive Chef Domingo Schingaro, under the supervision of Michelin-starred chef and consultant, Andrea Ribaldone.
With a range of facilities including the stylish Cala Masciola Beach Club, an 18-hole championship golf course and the unique 19,000 square metre Vair Spa, with treatments inspired by ancient Apulian rituals, you don’t even have to leave the hotel.
Cap Rocat, Spain
Created out of a 19th-century military fortress in the most secluded area of Palma de Mallorca, Cap Rocat is the perfect hideaway for a balmy Mediterranean honeymoon. The hotel is a world away, set on its own unspoilt peninsula and hidden in the rock on the edge of the cape’s cliffs. With 88 acres of private land and 2km of coastline, Cap Rocat offers luxury, relaxation and a real sense of escape.
The Sentinel Suites, carved into secret enclaves, boast uninterrupted views of the Bay of Palma from the private infinity pool and furnished terraces. You can enjoy the captivating view of the Mediterranean sea from the comfort of your own bed or whilst lying in the total privacy of the infinity plunge pool.
Fresh seafood is served straight from the traditional Mallorcan firewood oven at The Sea Club – right on the water – as the sun dips below the horizon. Water sports, cooking lessons, bicycles for exploring, and al fresco spa treatments in a dedicated spa cabana perched on the hilltop make for a completely unique and unforgettable stay.
Corinthia Hotel London, UK
The Royal Penthouse is one of seven exclusive two-storey suites at Corinthia Hotel London and the largest and most spectacular.
It is built within the soaring turrets of the hotel’s grand Belle Epoque rooftop architecture, with a distinct style, and unique hand-crafted bespoke finishes and furniture.
Overlooking the River Thames, guests can enjoy uninterrupted 180-degree views of the City’s soaring towers and Westminster’s heritage sights from the suite’s expansive outside terrace, complete with loungers and a firepit.
At 5,000 sq ft, the Royal Penthouse is the largest two-bedroom luxury hotel residence in London. Highlights include an imposing entrance hall, elegant panoramic living room, high-tech study, private butler’s kitchen, and private wine cellar to service the stunning oval dining room clad in facetted and bevelled mirrors.
A grand staircase and private lift take guests to the grand bedrooms with king-sized beds, a dressing room, luxurious bathrooms of honey onyx and Skyros marble and an ESPA Life treatment room for private spa experiences.
Corinthia Hotel London is the flagship of a global collection of luxury, five-star hotels around the globe.
For more information, tap here to visit, corinthia.com
Enchanted Island Resort, Seychelles
At the heart of Seychelles, Enchanted Island is a picture-perfect private island set in the spectacular Sainte Anne Marine Park. A five-acre island that is wonderfully secluded, yet only fifteen minutes by speedboat from the main island Mahé for exploring rich culture and history.
You can have exclusive use of the entire island, usually home to ten villas for up to 24 guests. Each villa is utterly private with an infinity pool, outdoor living area to its own walkway to the beach and panoramic views of the ocean. With all the service and sophistication of a five-star hotel, Enchanted Island remains wonderfully laid-back.
Discover the foodie side of Seychelles at Bounty Restaurant where gourmet cuisine is given a Creole touch with freshly caught fish and delicious local produce. Join Chef Francois Faure for a cooking class or head to the Castaway Bar for cocktails at sundown. If you’re looking to relax further, disappear to the Serene Spa hidden away at the island’s highest point with a wide view over the Indian Ocean.
Prices start at £7,496 per night. For more information, tap here to visit, jaresortshotels.com
Forsthofalm, Austria
Perched high in the Austrian Alps, Forsthofalm is a chic alpine lifestyle hotel just one hour from Salzburg. With its roaring open fires and panoramic views across the mountains, you will be hard-pressed to find a more cosy and romantic setting.
Start your honeymoon on a high with an indulgent soak in Forsthofalm’s private rooftop panoramic bath with views over the peaks, complete with candles, Champagne and chocolates. In summer, Forsthofalm offers the chance to sleep under the stars, with a night spent in its secluded alpine forest. After a romantic dinner by candlelight, you’ll be equipped with a flashlight and accompanied to the woods where a charming outdoor bed awaits.
Couples massages are on offer at Fosthofalm’s Sky Spa, using hand-picked mountain herbs gathered from the surrounding alpine pastures. Once suitably relaxed, you and your partner can retire to one of the hotel’s 56 rooms and suites, including the show-stopping and luxurious Suite 180° by Team 7, featuring an open fireplace, home cinema, cosy ‘cuddle nook’, walk-in wardrobe and opulent freestanding bath overlooking the alps.
Hilton Dalaman Sarigerme Resort, Turkey
Hilton Dalaman Sarigerme Resort & Spa is located between the spectacular Verdant mountains and the stretching Lycian coastline, and boasts luxurious spas and stunning beaches, making it the ultimate honeymoon destination for 2017 and beyond.
The Hotel Dalaman’s ‘Honeymoon Duplex Suite’ is the ideal setting, spread across two spacious floors and boasting fantastic sea views, a private Jacuzzi, a sauna and the opportunity for you to plant your own wedding tree.
You can also rent a private gazebo on the stunning private beach where you can sit with your feet on the warm white sand and watch the loggerhead turtles swim in the crystal-clear ocean. The gazeboes come fully equipped with exclusive butler service, meaning you can truly relax and unwind whilst being waited on hand and foot.
Dalaman is a foodie’s paradise. If you’re looking for somewhere extra special to celebrate, the Glitter Oyster and Champagne Bar exudes an air of sophistication and offers a truly romantic setting in which to enjoy a platter of fresh oysters, complimented by a glass of bubbles.
Prices start at £206 per night. For further information, tap here to visit, hiltondalaman.com
Palace Hotel Tokyo, Japan
Palace Hotel Tokyo is an ultra-luxurious five-star hotel located in the prestigious Marunouchi district overlooking the stunning Imperial Palace Gardens. The hotel is perfect for couples seeking an indulgent honeymoon city adventure with every imaginable luxury on offer, both inside the hotel and out.
Dine at one of the 10 incredible bars and restaurants – from fresh teppanyaki at GO, to refined kaiseki at Wadakura to traditional French cooking presented with meticulous Japanese culinary aesthetics at Crown. Be pampered with a luxurious spa treatment in its Alpine-inspired Evian Spa or head out together and discover quirky Tokyo via Palace Hotel Tokyo’s cultural and gourmet tours that can be exclusively arranged through their concierge service.
The stunning property extends to 23 floors, offering spectacular views of the city skyline, the Imperial Palace Garden and the moat. The 290 guestrooms and suites are designed with traditional Japanese style in mind while retaining a contemporary luxury found only in the highest calibre of international hotels. Palace Hotel Tokyo is the only hotel in Tokyo which offers private balconies with all of its premium guest rooms – or in one of the six super luxurious suites.
Prices start at £455 per night for a Deluxe Room with Balcony. For further information, tap here to visit, palacehoteltokyo.com
