Showing posts with label Antigua and Barbuda. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Antigua and Barbuda. Show all posts

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Celeb Honeymoon Destinations


Celeb Honeymoon Destinations


Celeb honeymoon destinations.The world was abuzz with rumors about where royal newlyweds Prince William and Kate Middleton  would honeymoon. Check out these celebrity honeymoon destinations and see where Kate and William landed after the kiss


Seychelles
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: One recently split couple. Another whose divorce ended with a huge settlement (hint he's an ex-Beatle; see photos of him with new fiancée. We won't discuss the third former A-list couple.

Why they go:  Visitors can rent a private island in the middle of this ocean. In this archipelago of 115 islands, every view is of the beach


Cabo San Lucas
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: This actress and singer couple  hit another honeymoon hot spot first. NBA training camp slightly delayed the Cabo honeymoon for this reality-TV couple.

Why they go: The southern tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula is known for sandy beaches, scuba diving, private villas and this amazing feature


Fiji Islands
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: Viewers watched their romance unfold on this reality show, so why not the honeymoon (see images)? This ex-couple  started filming after Fiji.

Why they go: On exclusive Turtle Island  you can reserve a beach and have a very private picnic. Scenes from a classic drama showcased its beauty.


Maldives
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: It was the honeymoon destination for a British bad boy and "I Kissed A Girl" pop star and the couple known as TomKat .

Why they go: These atolls of the Indian Ocean make up the lowest country on earth. There's also exploring by yacht and scuba diving the coral reefs


Bali
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: This pop star and TV talent show judge honeymooned on Bali . It was also the destination for these "Step-Up" co-stars .

Why they go: Bali combines beaches with tropical forest. Christina and Jordan liked kayaking . Tatum and Jenna went for tattoos


Bora Bora
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: This A-list couple's honeymoon  included an overwater bungalow . This former child star also chose Bora Bora when she married her Hollywood agent .

Why they go: Considered one of the five most beautiful islands in the world, it has a lagoon and barrier reef. See more photos.


The Bahamas
Where:  Find it on the map

Who went: These Spanish lovebirds chose the Bahamas. This multitalented TV personality honeymooned on St. Bart's .

Why they go: Tropical, but not in the middle of nowhere, the Bahamas have beaches, scuba diving and a resort modeled on France's most famous palace


Antigua & Barbuda
Where: Find the destinations on the map

Who went: This "American Idol" country star and songwriter hubby married here and released their wedding video to the public . Oldest Backstreet Boy and his bride dined on the beach.

Why they go: The nickname for this twin-island nation on the boundary of the Atlantic and the Caribbean is "Land of 365 beaches." See more photos.


Anguilla
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: This British heartthrob starred in movies named for his future honeymoon site. His Australian bride is best known as an "angel". Cap Juluca resort  was the destination when this couple were more than ex's.

Why they go: Sometimes it's all about the hotel's beachfront villa  with a pool and a butler.


Turks & Caicos islands
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: "Desperate Housewives" star and her then husband, a French basketball star. This A-list couple married on the beach and stayed for the honeymoon.

Why they go: Only an hour from Miami, this private island is all beaches and coral reefs.


Lesser Antilles
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: She's not everyone's idea of "the girl next door," and her new series documents married life with this NFL wide receiver. Another Lesser Antilles destination has had more than its share of celeb honeymooners, including this famous British couple.

Why they go: Leeward or Windward, the Lesser Antilles provide Caribbean charm with European influences. See more photos


Hawaii
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: The "Transformers" star married this "Beverly Hills, 90210" grad on the big island . She's still considered a "first daughter," and the honeymoon destination for this couple was Maui.

Why they go: The Hawaiian Islands all differ, from the color of the sand to the activities available, but no passport is needed for the 50th state. Find a romantic getaway package.


Santa Barbara
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: The San Ysidro Ranch has a honeymoon history dating back to an iconic first couple .

Why they go: The exclusive resort in the Montecito foothills is just a drive away for Hollywood types..


 Lake Como, Italy
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: Hollywood's No. 1 bachelor owns a villa nearby , but he keeps the welcome mat out for honeymooners like this "love at first sight" couple.The second marriage for this former Fly Girl was brief, but the location's designer fabulous.

Why they go: Italy's most popular lake has private villas, Mediterranean foliage and mountain views


Venice
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: Before they wed others, this Academy Award-winning duo  made Venice's Hotel Cipriani their spot. The latest newlyweds in Venice are this Canadian-born singer and his Argentine wife .

Why they go: Where else for a romantic gondola ride or a grand hotel with a dock for James Bond in this film?


Mediterranean Islands
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: If you have a royal yacht at your disposal, then all the Mediterranean Sea is a port of call for royal couples  like Charles and Diana  and the movie star and her husband the prince.

Why they go: Leave the paparazzi at the dock while cruising the coastlines of Europe and Africa and stunning destinations like this island country


Costa Careyes
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: Practically known as the Costa Careyes couple, this model and host of "Project Runway"  and her pop star husband believe in annual weddings --– and honeymoons .

Why they go: The Central Pacific coast of Mexico is perfect for water sports


Paris
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: The City of Light had the right shine for this international couple .With his band on tour there, it was finally honeymoon time at the Hotel Ritz with the former "Simple Life" star .

Why they go: Blame it on romantic movies, from "Casablanca" to this one starring Audrey Tautou.


The Seychelles, North Island
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: This Mexican actress and her French husband after weddings in Paris and Venice. William and Kate's honeymoon choice may have been inspired by an earlier vacation to this British colony .

Why they go: Remote! If the other island destination in the Seychelles seems overcrowded with 40 villas, this one has only 11 -- and you can rent the whole island. See more images.


French Polynesia 
Where: Find it on the map

Who went: "American Idol's" first country star winner took her hockey star husband far from the ice for their recent honeymoon, and it suited another royal couple from slightly farther north. See their wedding photos.

Why they go: One word: beaches.

Thursday, June 10, 2010

DOMINICAN HIP-HOPERA ARTIST MARIE-CLAIRE TO OPEN FOR FAITH EVANS IN ANTIGUA

Dominican-born, Bronx-reared, Hip-Hopera artist marie-claire is the only regional performer outside of Antigua to perform at the two-night Love Is All We Need concert at the Sugar Ridge Hotel which takes place June 19th and 20th. On the first night, dubbed “Queens of State,” she will join Antiguan singer Shermain Jeremy as the opening act for headliner Faith Evans, the Grammy-winning, RnB powerhouse from the US. marie-claire will also be present at several pre-concert press events, including a in-store reception at Colombian Emeralds.



According to Director of the US Tourism Team Derede Samuel-Whitlock, marie-claire brings something new and fresh to the mix. “Overall we want to create something entirely different from the existing festivals that currently exist throughout the Caribbean. In addition, the artists will become in involved in volunteerism, and do some charity work. I believe marie-claire has the right personality and image for the entire experience.”

The Father’s Day weekend event will coincide with the fourth annual Destination Wedding ceremony. New York couple, Doug Singer and Charmaine Bennett will wed in the Caribbean’s premier romance destination, during Antigua’s official month for romance. Upon arrival on Friday June 18th, they will select their rings at Colombian Emeralds accompanied by tourism officials, members of the media and performers including marie-claire. The lucky pair will wed the following day at 6 pm during a private ceremony at Sugar Ridge’s Carmichael’s Restaurant; after which there will be a Vegas-style procession to kick off the concert!

On June 20th, Father’s Day, renowned actor, and director Malik Yoba of Why Did I Get Married Too fame will host the “Men of Soul” concert featuring Ginuwine (another RnB great), and local artistes Kenne Blessing and the legendary King Short Shirt.

Both nights will feature several romance-themed activities including “a kissing booth, where couples will be photographed while kissing; cooking demonstrations with Malik Yoba making aphrodisiacs with a local chef; as well as cultural performances.” says Samuel-Whitlock.

Love Is All We Need replaces the Romantic Rhythms concert which pulled in up to ten thousand visitors in 2008. When asked about turnout at the 1300-capacity Sugar Ridge hotel Ms Samuel-Whitlock.states “Clearly, the theme of romance resonated with Romantic Rhythms and there is significant potential to build brand equity. We also know that bookings for the month of June are particularly strong, especially with honeymooners, so we will also appeal to the visitors who are already here. We also believe that marie-claire will help bring out the large Dominican following in Antigua and Barbuda as she did during her performance at Russell's earlier this year.”


Fans can look forward to several songs from her debut album the dreamland project which will feature operatic renditions of reggae standards as well as some original pieces.

Tickets for Love Is All You Need concert are US $50 per person for each night or US $80 for both nights. For ticketing and other information call Sugar Ridge Hotel on 562 7700 or Antigua’s Ministry of Tourism on 562 4756.


ABOUT MARIE-CLAIRE

marie-claire is an Italian-trained opera singer who has performed at Carnegie Hall and who’s songs have been featured in feature films such as Lovin Jezebel and The Roommate. She spent time in front of the camera as a cast member on the second season of Chapelle’s Show on Comedy Central. Since marie-claire’s return to her homeland Dominica, she has through her girlfullofgold productions ltd, produced and hosted local music programmes, while still making time to perform at events such as LIME Creole in the Park and various private functions. marie-claire has performed at several regional events including Ocho Rios Jazz Festival, Jamaica Jazz and Blues and Love Fest in St. Lucia. Venues such as Russell’s in Antigua and Weekenz, Christopher’s Jazz Café and Red Bones Blues Café, in Jamaica are almost second homes, for the celebrated singer.

marie-claire’s passion is to seamlessly blend opera and hip-hop, as she finds the two genres covering the same themes with their highly dramatic lyrics, just listen to her amazing voice on DJ Logic’s The Anomaly, or her songs “Red” and “Desperation.” Now it is time to condense this blend of Opera, Hip-Hop and Reggae into a mature, sexy, and delightful album- a fitting description of marie-claire herself. Look out for the dreamland project which will feature marie-claire singing celebrated reggae songs (like Bunny Wailer’s “Dreamland”) in Opera, and will include some original reggae selections such as “Care For You” a sweet and timeless lover’s rock with and old soul. This girl full of gold is a treasure you don’t want to miss!

MARIE-CLAIRE ONLINE

myspace.com/marieclairegirlfullofgold

facebook.com/marieclairegirlfullofgold

reverbnation.com/marieclairegirlfullofgold

youtube.com/marieclairemusic

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Antigua and Dominica on Yahoo! Travel's Best Affordable Beach Resorts

Ocean Inn and Atigua and Calibishe Cove Dominica were two Caribbean destinations listed in the top ten Best Affordable Beach Resorts on Yahoo! Travel.

According to the site:

Judging by the multimillion dollar yachts moored in English Harbour, you wouldn’t expect to find an affordable hotel for miles. But that’s not the case: the intimate Ocean Inn, whose wooden walkways connect 12 bright rooms, is a steal. Try No. 3, which goes for the same price as a standard room but has a balcony thrown in for free, or one of the two suites in the master cottage, perfect for privacy seekers
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Ocean Inn Website (click)


The diminutive Calibishie Cove — on the mountainous island’s beach-studded northeastern corner — is a colonial-style hotel with just four rooms, each with platform beds, large shutters, and a private patio overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Snorkel with sea horses and turtles in the warm waters off the near-empty Hodges Beach; or arrange for a picnic lunch of spiny lobster, borrow one of the hotel’s kayaks, and head to Treasure Island, an uninhabited islet 10 minutes away


Calibishie Cove Website (click)

Click HERE to see where else made the list!