Experience five-star luxury at

Delamore Lodge located on

Waiheke Island. This elegant and

exclusive boutique hotel is ideal for a

romantic and memorable wedding or

honeymoon. You’ll enjoy superior facilities,

first-class service and sumptuous cuisine, in

a completely private setting with breathtaking

views. Built on a cliff, this lodge could

arguably have one of the best views

overlooking Owhanake Bay. With four opulent

guest suites and a stunning two bedroomed

apartment, the lodge offers guests a truly

memorable stay at one of the best hotels on

the island. All suites are facing north and are

totally private. The location will not only

“wow” your wedding guests, but extensive

experience means you can feel safe in the

knowledge that every detail will be taken care

of, leaving you to enjoy your unforgettable

dream day.

Famous for it’s long, lazy beaches,

swaying palm trees and romantic sunsets, Fiji

is the perfect backdrop for a South Pacific

wedding and honeymoon by the sea. Add to

this Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa’s very own,

exclusive, beachside wedding chapel to hold

your ceremony and you have a picture-perfect

scene to celebrate your marriage in a truly

memorable way. A variety of reception venues

are also available at the resort, from outdoor

garden or beachside settings to glamorous

ballrooms and fine dining restaurant options.

And when it comes to cuisine and menus, the

only limit is your imagination, with options

including sit down dinners, cocktail

receptions, or perhaps a picnic feast.

Personalised wedding packages include a

professional photographer to capture

Romantic escapes

Your wedding day is the happiest day of your life, so it’s important to not only pick the perfect venue to enjoy this moment, but also a romantic destination for your honeymoon. Bride-to-be

SARAH WEEKS checks out some wedding venues and honeymoon ideas for those looking to tie the knot in a special place.

Royal Davui Island, Fiji

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Just off the southern coast of Espiritu Santo in northern Vanuatu, you’ll find one of the world’s best-kept secrets.

RATUA PRIVATE ISLANDVANUATU

Ratua provides that private and exclusive atmosphere within reach of every traveller. It’s a barefoot philosophy, low-key, natural and unassuming.

Think of it as your very own Robinson Crusoe getaway, with a touch of class. Swim or snorkel in Ratua’s truly extraordinary reefs teeming with life; enjoy a horse ride or boat trip; treat yourself at Ratua’s overwater Sunny Spa; explore Santo on a local tour; or do nothing at all.Ratua complements all says with series of weekly hosted events such as evening roast and Island buffets, string band performances, traditional karva tasting and much more. Enjoy delicious organic dining including succulent local delicacies, fish and seafood as well as wines from the owner’s vineyard in France. Meals are served in the Yacht Club or on the beach with the sand between your toes and ocean lapping at your ankles.For a stunning destination that sits in perfect harmony with the local environment, Ratua Private Island will transport you to a far simpler world where you will enjoy absolute relaxation and unparalleled ‘rustic chic’ ambience.

+678 30020 management@ratua.comwww.ratua.com

your special day, wedding cake, a gorgeous

room and gift pack, and even a traditional

Fijian Choir to serenade you as you exchange

vows. After your big day, you can enjoy

wedded bliss at the resort’s Mandara Spa,

offering a divine range of massage, facial and

body treatments - the perfect way to start

your honeymoon.

Royal Davui Island rises serenely out

of crystalline Beqa lagoon just 40 minutes by

the resort’s private aircraft from Fiji’s

gateway, Denarau. Redefining laid-back

luxury, Royal Davui offers 16 exquisitely

appointed and air-conditioned vales, created

with couples in mind, each with secluded

terraces, stone plunge pools and views over

white, soft-sanded beaches to sapphire

lagoon waters. They offer an unprecedented

opportunity for couples to marry and

honeymoon in tropical paradise. Their

packages include all the local legal

coordination and fees, celebrant / minister, a

romantic pavilion, champagne dinner lit by

flickering torches and scented floral

decorations – and with pre-ceremony exotic

Pure Fiji massages to calm the nerves.

Everything is taken care of so you can sit

back and enjoy this most memorable time of

your life – bliss!

Pacific Resort Aitutaki is one of the

most romantic places in the Pacific Islands

and is the ideal place for you to celebrate

your new marriage. The resort has a luxurious

range of boutique accommodation from

beachfront bungalows to the ultimate

beachfront villas. Their staff ensures you

have the best possible honeymoon – and

they’ve put together a great package, which

includes a free room upgrade, a

complimentary bottle of wine, and

flowers and a gift in your room. Newlyweds

can also experience pure relaxation and

indulgence at Tiare Spa or arrange for

massage and treatments to be carried out

in your room or on your own beachfront

location – so relaxing!

Situated in the hip and fashionable High

Street, Hotel DeBrett is one of Auckland’s

Delamore Lodge, Waiheke Island

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oldest hotels. Run by Michelle Deery and John Courtney, this eclectic

art deco building has maintained its heritage characteristics. From

the moment you step into this building, you’re instantly removed from

the hustle and bustle of the outside world and transported back to an

era time forgot. This hotel’s design perfectly compliments the classical

with the modern. The hotel has been carefully restored to its former

glory and the atrium’s homely features include an open gas-burning

fire, oak floorboards and exposed brick walls.

Honeymooning at Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa

Welcome to Delamore Lodge, a unique haven, offering luxury accommodation on Waiheke Island in the majestic Hauraki Gulf. From the moment you arrive at Delamore your senses and soul will

awaken to the ultimate in relaxation and romance. Leave the rest of the world behind ...

Delamore LodgeWAIHEKE ISLAND

83 Delamore Drive, Waiheke Island t 09 372 7372 f 09 372 7382

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The Kitchen restaurant, headed by award-winning chef Mark

Sycamore, serves seasonal dishes with an emphasis on fresh local

ingredients, which can be enjoyed in the glass-roofed atrium or in

private dining suites. The atrium is the perfect setting for a small

wedding reception or cocktails after your ceremony. The candlelight and

artwork on display create an intimate ambience for friends and family

to celebrate your special day with you. There’s an emphasis on

sustainability throughout all areas of the hotel – from chandeliers

sculpted from salvaged shades by renown artist Judy Darragh to the

water feature by Jeff Thompson, made from the copper bases of the

original hotel showers.

A night in one of the hotel’s beautifully appointed rooms, especially

a spacious Loft Suite, is a great way to kick start your honeymoon.

Every room has a unique design with funky colourful carpet, eclectic

unique furniture and New Zealand art and photography to add that local

touch. The bed is divine and will give you a blissful sleep – just what

you need after a busy day entertaining guests. If you’ve got family and

friends visiting from outside of Auckland, they also have the option to

stay at the hotel. The Kitchen restaurant serves both continental and

cooked breakfast and is a great space to relax and enjoy a good cup of

coffee. Accommodation includes complimentary continental breakfast,

free Internet access, free local calls and a hosted complimentary

pre-dinner drink every night.

The Hilton Auckland commands an exclusive position right on

the waterfront at the end of Princes Wharf. This contemporary boutique

hotel offers stunning views of the Waitemata Harbour and is a

welcoming haven, just a short walk from Auckland’s central business

district. Upon entering the hotel, the lobby and public areas reflect the

link between the seascape and landscape and set the mood of the

hotel. Guests can enjoy a cocktail over a harbour sunset at the Hilton

Auckland’s Bellini Bar or indulge in a celebration of New Zealand’s

finest fish and seafood in FISH, restaurant located at the first floor.

Make your wedding and honeymoon unforgettable with exceptional

service and expertise of the Hilton staff. Their multi-purpose rooms are

bathed in natural light, open to decks overlooking the water and have

the capacity for up to 450 guests. With state-of-the-art, soundproof

operable walls, the function rooms can cater to the largest or most

intimate of gatherings. These rooms are complimented by an additional

Exhibition Floor, with 690 square meters of space with superb natural

light and easy vehicle access. At the end of your perfect day, relax and

unwind in one of their Deluxe Harbour View Rooms. They’re stylish and

contemporary with chic Italian furnishings and stunning uninterrupted

views of the harbour and city. The hotel will even throw in a special

honeymoon package, which includes a selection of delightful handmade

chocolates and a bottle of bubbly chilled on ice. �

WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS

Wedding setting at Hilton Auckland’s Aquamarine Room