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xperience 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
FOR TWO

2. Just off the southern coast of Espiritu
Santo in northern Vanuatu, you’ll find
one of the world’s best-kept secrets.
RATUA PRIVATE ISLAND
VANUATU
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.com
www.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
WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS
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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
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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