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destination+honeymoon is a natural for honeymooners or couples who want to wed in blissful privacy, Now operated by son David Hew, whose expert designer's eye is responsible it can also accommodate larger wedding groups of up to 60 guests. Aside from for the resort's elegant yet homey décor, Kamalame Cay offers a collection of creating the perfect beach ceremony, resort staff can personally arrange or locally spacious suites, cottages and private villas sprinkled along the length of the source any custom services you might need, from cakes and 96-acre island. Nestled amongst lush greenery florals to live music and fireworks. Even easier, you can (including the native kamalame tree, of course), IF YOU GO: choose from Kamalame Cay's complete wedding packages, each unit is so remote that I was provided with my ■ The Bahamas requires a one-day including wedding coordination services, décor, catered own pretty pink golf cart to make my around. residency period before applying reception, even a cheery beach bonfire. True to the Hew family's vision of an unplugged for a marriage licence. Licences cost Whether or not you've invited guests, Kamalame retreat, there's not a TV screen or telephone to US$120 and are issued out of Nassau. Cay offers a wealth of active pursuits for your pre- or be found in my roomy beachfront villa. Nor did I Find more info at bahamas.com ■ WestJet flies from Vancouver to post-wedding enjoyment, from snorkeling and diving to miss them. Featuring a dramatic 17-foot vaulted Nassau via Toronto. Check current kayaking and fishing excursions. And you'll never go dry wooden ceiling, the bright and airy space feels fares at westjet.ca or hungry thanks to fully stocked bars in each suite, an like a gorgeous home away from home, with an ■ Inter-island flights are offered by outdoor Tiki Bar by the heated pool, and gourmet menus enormous bathtub promising relaxing soaks with airlines including Sky Bahamas in the Great House restaurant boasting local seafood and a sea view and soft armchairs made for napping. (skybahamas.net) and charter airline farm-fresh produce prepared by internationally trained Multiple French doors lead out to a wraparound LeAir (leaircharters.com). ■ Sandals Resorts' customizable chefs. Kamalame Cay is also known for its uniquely porch and private path onto three miles of empty wedding options can be viewed at designed spa, built on its own pier with in-floor windows beach. Everything felt so safe and secluded that it sandals.com/weddingmoons. You can looking out at the colourful marine life. Or, you can opt only occurred to me hours later that my villa came also sign up for a honeymoon registry to do nothing at all — surrounded by natural beauty, without a key — imagine, an idyllic island resort so friends and family can contribute Kamalame Cay invites relaxation and rejuvenation, no where you can sleep with your doors and windows to your trip at registry.sandals.com. For more info on Sandals' all-inclusive matter what awaits you back at home. open to the sweet tropical night and the soothing packages at Sandals Royal Bahamian Yet all too soon, it was time for me to leave the laid-back sound of waves on the shore . . . and Sandals Emerald Bay, call your warmth of the islands and head home to the Vancouver No wonder Kamalame Cay has long been a travel agent or toll-free 1-800-545drizzle and daily commute, my mind swirling with plans to secret haven from prying eyes for both international 8283 (sandals.com). return someday — for a longer stay. royalty and Hollywood celebrities. Which makes it ■ Kamalame Cay's complete luxury With 700 islands in the Bahamas, visiting three hardly the ideal spot for a romantic wedding where you can wedding packages start at US$3,200 excluding accommodations. Standard makes me an expert on the country. But I do know this: leave day-to-day life behind and let time stand still. nightly room rates start at US$407, or If you're dreaming of a sunny beach getaway, the friendly But don't be fooled by the rustic easygoing US$797 with all food and beverages folks who call this island paradise home will welcome you atmosphere: David Hew and his staff are included. Resort closed mid-August with open arms and do all they can to ensure you enjoy the consummate pros when it comes to crafting an to mid-October. To reserve, call 416wedding or honeymoon of your dreams. rw unforgettable wedding experience. While the resort 800-9157 or visit kamalame.com 94 ALL IMAGES COURTESY KAMALAME CAY Left: The private beachfront villas at Kamalame Cay offer a tranquil escape from everyday life. Above: Kamalame Cay's thoughtfully furnished villas combine elegance and comfort to ensure a luxurious stay. R E A L WEDDINGS pg90-100_Honeymoon.indd 94 12-09-24 1:25 PM