The institute aims to strengthen ties between Arab and Western civilisations
A dedicated coordinator will assist couples' plan and personalise their dream day including decorations, flowers, cake and bridal make-up. The awe-inspiring location of the ceremony is reachable by boat, 15 minutes from the main island with videographers and photographers available to capture each special moment.
After the wedding, newlyweds can enjoy the beginning of their marriage with gourmet Creole cuisine available at Bounty Restaurant, exotic sundown cocktails at Castaway Bar and a relaxing couple's treatment at the Serena Spa, set upon the hilltop of the island in complete privacy.
Honeymooners can treat themselves to once-in-a-lifetime luxury with villas situated in prime locations on the island with idyllic views, expansive living space and serene privacy. A personal butler service is provided to help arrange spa treatments, excursions or romantic refreshments during the stay.
JA Manafaru, Maldives
JA Manafaru is a luxury beach resort on a 35-acre tropical island, situated on the northern tip of the Haa Alif atoll in the Maldives. Couples can choose to celebrate their love on the idyllic white sands of the resort with a traditional Maldivian ceremony or choose the romantic secluded island of Govafushi, a 10-minute yacht journey to a 'castaway ceremony' with friends and family.
Named the Indian Ocean's Leading Honeymoon Resort 2018 by World Travel Awards, the resort has 84 villas and suites with private pools for the wedding party to choose from, including Beach Bungalows, Water Villas and the larger Royal Island family suites. For the bride and groom, the Grand Water two-bedroom suite villa is set over the ocean with panoramic sunrise and sunset vistas.
The unique Castaway Wedding package includes a band of Maldivian Bodu Beru players, a private sunset cruise on a traditional dhoni sailboat and a romantic four-course candlelight dinner on the beach. The resort also offers two on-site photography studios, each offering couples a different style.
For the honeymoon couple, share memories of the special day in seven world-class restaurants, traditional Maldivian dishes at Kakuni, fresh local seafood prepared at Ocean Grill or authentic Chinese hot pot at the award-winning White Orchid. For the ultimate luxury, dip into a special cave to experience haute cuisine and fine beverages two and a half metres below sea level in a candlelit, underground haven.
The institute aims to strengthen ties between Arab and Western civilisations
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