Weddings & Honeymoons: The Half Moon Experience

The sights, sounds and flavours of a Jamaican wedding and honeymoon are as varied and vivid as the imagination. Our immaculate white sands, sparkling waterfalls and rivers, majestic mountains and multi-coloured gardens create magical settings in which to celebrate your special occasion. Nestled in our hills or on our beaches, we have a wide range of delightful accommodations that will nurture your romance, exceeding all your expectations.

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Many of our resorts are all-inclusive with packages that include your room, meals, drinks, activities and even the wedding ceremony itself. These charming accommodations give you the chance to have an ideal Jamaican wedding and honeymoon and best of all you can fashion everything to your dreams. Work closely with a local wedding co-ordinator to ensure the ceremony is what you have always envisioned. Limited only by the scope of your imagination and budget, the possibilities are endless.

Whether it’s your wedding, honeymoon, anniversary or a surprise getaway for two the Half Moon Resort in Rose Hall, Jamaica has packages designed with lovers in mind. Nestled on a two-mile, crescent-shaped beach on Jamaica’s northern coast, this spectacular, 400-acre luxury resort features pristine, whitewashed cottages surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and the sparkling Caribbean Sea beyond.

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Expertly combining Old World charm and elegant modern touches, Half Moon offers 197 guest rooms and suites, and 33 private four- to seven-bedroom villas. Its world-class amenities include the renowned Fern Tree Spa, an 18-hole signature golf course, a Dolphin Lagoon, fitness centre, equestrian centre and no shortage of locations for tying the knot. With its spectacular seaside location, rich Caribbean heritage, warm and attentive staff and exceptional array of amenities, it’s no wonder that this iconic Jamaican destination held the standard for luxury Caribbean resorts for more than 50 years.

Getting married on the beach is a favourite wedding choice with good reason. The soft sands and tranquil seas at Half Moon exemplify the casual, serenity of beach front ceremonies in Jamaica. Groups looking for a fun, casual venue will love their Beach Barbecue space on Sunrise Beach. Accommodating up to 500 people, the beach is an superb locale for evening gatherings under the stars.

Charming gazebos, like the Sunset Beach Gazebo, with their quaint architecture and stunning panoramas are also a popular choice for couples who want to tie the knot outdoors. Situated on the edge of the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea this magnificent gazebo is ideal for couples only or with a few attendants, the perfect setting for a ceremony it is renowned for spectacular sunsets. The Lily Pond Gazebo adds a different sense of the dramatic by creating a tranquil location for the ceremony easily flowing into the other festivities. Offering the flexibility of a covered event space, looking out to an expansive lawn, surrounded by a picturesque pond with towering water features and majestic palms.

The elegant Sugar Mill Restaurant overlooks Half Moon’s beautiful golf course.The 200 year old Sugar Mill water wheel beside the restaurant is among Jamaica’s treasured historical remnants. At these sites, couples can walk through the pages of epic love stories from the past creating an intimate setting for events.The lawn at Sugar Mill can accommodate up to 144 people for dinner.

Whatever your choice, these vacation gems will help you take advantage of Jamaica’s diverse offerings. On your wedding day, you may arrange for a bridal bouquet of freshly picked tropical flowers or have your choice of having a Violinist/Guitarist, Saxophonist or even a Mento Band play at the ceremony. It’s your wedding; let it all flow according to your wishes. As soon as the ceremony is over you can begin your honeymoon almost immediately.

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A largely popular attraction/activity is their natural Dolphin Lagoon which lets you meet, swim and even kiss the dolphins to create a memory that will last a lifetime. As unique as it is exclusive, Half Moon is the only resort in the Caribbean to offer this incredible experience on site. The large ocean lagoon allows guests to come face-to-face with these fascinating mammals. Trained handlers provide a detailed orientation and education session, introducing participants to the world of the dolphins. Then guests don life jackets and enter the sea for an adventure with these dorsal friends. Guests are amazed at how close they can get with our resident dolphins and how friendly, intelligent and charming they can be.

A host of other watersports are also available for you to choose from. Snorkel, sail, dive, wind surf, water ski, kayak and cruise the Caribbean during your vacation. The aquatic experts at the Captain’s Water Sports and Dive Centre, provide everything from equipment to certified instructors, as well as offering nearby dive sites that teem with a variety of fish, coral and caverns. Certain non-motorised water sports are included for guests staying at Half Moon. The included activities are snorkeling, kayaks, pedal boats, and beach floats (lilos). For those guests looking for a little more you can opt for some sailing options such as Hobi Wave, Sunfish, Sailing, Windsurfing and Banana Boat rides.

Motorised water sports are available at Sunrise Beach and include parasailing, boat trips, water-skiing, tubing, banana boat rides, wakeboard, kneeboard, and glass bottom boat tours. Also available are special boat charters and deep sea fishing. For more on the Half Moon wedding and honeymoon experience and the requirements for getting married in Jamaica, go here.

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