Castles in Italy – Europe

Dreams do come true for those fortunate enough to marry in this one-of-a kind location.  Lovingly restored by its owner, this medieval castle complete with walls and turrets redefines elegance and perfection.  The variety of options open to you is considerable as hall after hall, each different in decor, awaits to be explored by your guests.  The views are incomparable, and best of all, you are under 1 hour from Rome and within easy access of all of its restaurants and shopping.  The castle is intimate and perfect both for bride and groom elopements or for large wedding celebrations over 100.

This Castle was probably constructed between the X and XI centuries, when the phenomenon of castle building began modifying the landscape of both Lazio and the whole of Italy. Little information exists regarding the first few centuries of the castle’s history, but we do know that in 1235 it became a fief of a royal family.

Fascinating rooms each with its history, ancient furniture and modern comfort. Open all year.

This Castle Hotel has comfortable and charming halls, luxury rooms, restaurant decorated with ancient frescoes, utilized now for conventions, meetings and celebrations. For these events the Castle offers a beautiful and special atmosphere. Walking through the little alleys and squares of a restored old village, you will reach the panoramic and specially furnished rooms. A wonderful garden, next to the wood, surrounds the panoramic swimming pool. A well-equipped Beauty Farm will let you discover again relaxation and beauty.

This is the perfect setting for those who want to live, with their imagination, the mysteries and old stories of a manor that bear witness to battles, intrigues, loves and crimes. Celebrations, at the castle, are the most important moments, not only for the prices but also the ordinary people: and these are the weddings, anniversaries, the dates and events to celebrate.

For these events the Castle has become the most beautiful and special on the scene: while maintaining its austere elegance, the castle/hotel offers reception rooms, comfortable and quiet meeting rooms, lunches and dinners amidst frescoes and old paintings, terraces, crenelated towers and secret passages.

The Rooms

The rooms are particular for their furnishing and charming views, that ranges over from the Castle to the Valley. You will discover charm, romanticism and relaxation walking in the beautiful garden to the woods, under the protection of the splendid sighting towers. Sitting in your deck chair in the sun, on a very green lawn, you are surrounded by the butterflies that have come back to witness the purity of the air and the equilibrium of the climate.

The rooms are particular for their furnishing and charming views, that ranges over from the Castle to the Valley. You will discover charm, romanticism and relaxation walking in the beautiful garden to the woods, under the protection of the splendid sighting towers. Sitting in your deck chair in the sun, on a very green lawn, you are surrounded by the butterflies that have come back to witness the purity of the air and the equilibrium of the climate.

At night, surrounded by the old street lights and the glow works, the illuminated manor will give you its reassuring strength and a little bit of dream and unreality.

The Pool

The pool can be opened or closed by a simple remote control. In winter there is direct entry through the lift and an underground tunnel.

SPA

A well-equipped SPA with gyms, thermal cave, avant-garde equipment, various treatments and exercises will let you be pampered and experience well being, beauty and serenity again.

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Windy Ridge Wedding Venue – Waikato NZ

We are located in the charming rural township of Ohaupo, Waikato – just a 5 minute drive from Mystery Creek and the Hamilton Airport, only 10 minutes from Cambridge, 20 minutes from the Waitomo Caves and just 10 minutes from Hamilton.

We offer a private and well-designed function room that seats up to 200 people and boasts its own bar, stylish decorating touches and an awesome outdoor entertainment area. Ideal for your wedding reception!

Having a party!!!!!!!!

What ever the occasion have it as the Windy Ridge in our private function room, for free…

We will provide free platters of food for you and your guests when you book at the bar or function room for a private function..

Stop by for a Latte (we only use the best espresso from Zee Coffee) or relax on our sun-drenched deck and tuck into something delicious from the menus.

• Are you a small group, but want to be part of a large party atmosphere this Christmas season?
• Or maybe you want our fantastic venue all to yourselves?

The Mansion at Maple Heights

The Mansion at Maple Heights is a turn of the century English Manor Home, built in 1903 for Ted Berger, a prominent Pittsburgh businessman.

The interior of the home was detailed with the finest of dark oak paneling and hard wood floors. The library, foyer and landing of the grand master staircase are stunning with leaded glass and stained glass windows which illuminate this spectacular space with light. The large living room was used as a music room and is adorned with regal crown molding and an ornate limestone fireplace. The dining room has many period details including a cleverly hidden speakeasy that was used to hide liquor during Prohibition.

In all its splendor, The Mansion at Maple Heights is reborn as Pittsburgh’s newest and most sophisticated event rental facility and bed & breakfast. The warmth of its original magnificence remains – enhanced only by brilliant chandeliers that provide a stunning backdrop for affairs big and small.

Kick back with a martini in the library, exchange vows under a tent on the manicured grounds, add an historic twist to corporate retreats. The Mansion at Maple Heights is the Grand Dame of the Pittsburgh event scene – with a first rate production team that can make any of your dreams or ideas come to life.

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Letizia Events Planning & Venues

About us:
“Letizia Events” is Israel`s stop for all your event planning needs.
We offer you a complete range of party planning, services for
sophisticated private events and corporate meetings.
Whether you are planning an event for 50 or 2000 people,
our team of professionals will make sure your program
comes off without a hitch. All of our events whether they be weddings, bar mitzvah, celebrations,
corporate, or personal, are custom-designed to suit the individual needs
of each particular client.

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The Mount Zion Hotel

A boutique hotel in a spectacular historical setting, the unique Mount Zion Hotel overlooks Biblical landscapes and exudes a distinct, incomparable charm that makes a stay in any one of its luxurious rooms truly unforgettable.
The Mount Zion Hotel can be found on the outskirts of the Old City in west Jerusalem, and this premier location provides guests with stunning views of, among other features, David’s Tower, Mount Zion, and the Hinnom Valley. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the city’s main cultural, historical, and religious sites, and offers easy access to the best restaurants, shops, and public gardens. As a living part of Jerusalem’s proud history, the Mount Zion Hotel reflects an eclectic combination of cultural styles, making a stay in this beautiful hotel part of the complete Jerusalem experience.
The Mount Zion features 117 guest rooms, 20 luxurious suites in a variety of styles, a spa and fitness center with an outdoor swimming pool, meeting spaces suitable for business use, and a large banqueting garden with panoramic views.  Perfect for conferences, weddings, and receptions, the Mount Zion Hotel is the ideal choice for any vacation or event.

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The Marley Resort & Spa

Welcome to our home away from home. Marley Resort & Spa is a luxury boutique resort and spa located on Cable Beach, Nassau, Bahamas.  Sixteen uniquely-designed rooms and suites; Natural Mystic Spa; Marley’s Boutique; Simmer Down Gourmet Caribbean Restaurant and Stir It Up Bar awaits you.

We invite you to visit what was once our private haven, be enveloped by the sweet Bahamian breeze and take in the mysticism of our family’s life and music. This is where we spent our summer mornings and warm winter evenings.  Wake up to the sound of ocean waves and the scents of delicacies prepared by our award-winning chefs.

Spend the afternoons revitalizing in the sun on our secluded beach or by our two free-form pools. As the sun sets, stop by the Natural Mystic Spa for a herbal bath, or sit back with a cocktail at our Stir It Up Bar. Whatever your plans, we’ll take care of you.

One Love, One Heart in Only One Place…Marley Resort & Spa.

The Marleys

Marley Resort & Spa was formerly a private vacation home for the Marley family. Bob and Rita Marley discovered this former governor’s mansion on a visit to Nassau, while they were recovering from an assassination attempt in Jamaica (1976). The property’s lush gardens and oceanfront location provided a respite for the Marley children to balance with life in the mountains of Jamaica.

When Rita first inquired about the property, a staff member of the previous owner warned that the house would never be sold to a Black person. Staying true to her strong character, this warning did not sway her. In 1982, Rita purchased the home, and for 16 years Rita and their children spent holidays and summer vacations together in Nassau. In 2004, they planned to renovate the home for the growing family, but once the process started, Rita decided that this retreat should be a home away from home for everyone.

Rita Marley played a pivotal role in remodeling the home into a resort for all to enjoy. Her passion for mind, body and soul preservation gave birth to the Natural Mystic Spa and its focus on holistic renewal.  Mrs. Marley’s Afro-Caribbean aesthetic helped shape the room designs and adherence to feng shui. Daughters Stephanie and Cedella sourced the hand-carved furnishings, exotic fabrics, art, and dramatic carpets from Africa and the Caribbean, recreating the style of the original home.

The rooms in the main house were occupied by the Marley children: Sharon, Ziggy and Cedella stayed in the annex of rooms (Misty Morning and Mellow Mood) above what is now the Natural Mystic Spa, while the younger ones bunked in the main house overlooking the interior terrace (Positive Vibration and Lively Up Yourself).  Rita’s room, now the Royal Rita suite, remains most like the original: comfortable and elegant. Easy Skankin’ (a Jamaican phrase used to describe the dancing associated with reggae music) was the room for specially invited guests.

The historic music gallery was once the dining room that connected to the kitchen, then manned by “Mama Lur” (Lurline Pile), who whipped up Jamaican favorites like Ackee and Salt Fish breakfast for the family. She is now the signature Jamaican cook at Simmer Down, the restaurant at Marley Resort & Spa.

“We always ate together,” says Stephanie Marley, an owner and director of the resort.  “The kids would all gather on the terrace. There was always music and laughter in this house, and we do everything to ensure that carries on.”

A haven for relaxation and renewal, the Natural Mystic Spa occupies a cozy nook in the west wing of the main house with signature service rooms and herbal baths. Sister Iyata, who provided spiritual and physical care for Bob’s mother (Cedella Marley-Booker) for more than a decade, comes from time to time to ensures the philosophy of holistic wellness and Jamaican warmth are fused into every visit. We provide a warm greeting along with signature massages, and provides a respectful return to traditional healing and care.

In 2007, the Marley’s built an extension to house the garden rooms and suites, as well as the Marley Boutique. Before renovation, that area was a plant nursery and garden tended to by “Nana” Rita herself.

Marley Resort & Spa’s lion logo relates to many facets of Marley life. The lion is an important symbol used in the Rastafari religion, relating to Emperor Haile Selassie and the Lion of Judah, and has carried over to reggae music and culture. Throughout the Legend’s career, the lion was referenced frequently in album art and lyrics.  “Nana” Rita, the matriarch of the family and an astrological Leo, is also honored by the presence of the lioness sculpture that adorns the property.

The music, the history and the way of life celebrated by the Marley family is woven into every aspect of the Marley Resort & Spa, and their influence continues in the mystical energy of the resort today. They often visit the resort for a little R&R of their own. Guests can find themselves sitting down for dinner with Rita at the next table or waking up to Ziggy strumming a song on his guitar. After all, it’s still their home, and the legend lives at Marley Resort & Spa.

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Wayfarers Chapel Wedding Venue

Imagine your wedding in one of the most romantic and awe-inspiring places on earth —The Wayfarers Chapel, also known as the “Glass Chapel”. For over fifty years The Wayfarers Chapel has welcomed couples from all religious backgrounds to celebrate their wedding in this natural sanctuary.

The natural plantings inside the Chapel eliminate the need for expensive flower arrangements. Music is played by the Chapel keyboardist, or you may have The Chapel Musicians play, allowing you to choose a wide variety of music. Candles on the altar are lighted for your ceremony. For evening ceremonies a Candlelight option is available.

The Chapel’s wedding staff guides you from your initial contact through your wedding day including a planning conference, your rehearsal and the wedding ceremony. One of the Chapel Ministers meets with you well before the wedding day to plan your wedding ceremony, as well as conducting your marriage service.

Designed by Lloyd Wright, the all glass sanctuary is nestled in a grove of towering redwood trees and surrounded by 3.5 acres of beautifully landscaped lawns and gardens with a panoramic ocean view of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. The exquisite Rose Garden forms a stunning background for wedding photography and videography. Evening ceremonies provide an enchanting candlelight atmosphere.

What makes The Wayfarers Chapel so unique is that everything is provided for you.

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Pangea International Tours

At Pangea Tours we pride ourselves in our excellent customer service. When you contact Pangea Tours through our website, be it for your Honeymoon, a trip of a lifetime, or a simple weekend getaway, a Pangea agent will be in touch within 24 hours to start planning your journey. We are not just another travel agent, we are in the business of holiday designing – putting together your dream holiday no matter what your budget, destination, or wildest desires may be.

“Pangea   (from pan meaning entire, and Gaea meaning Earth in Ancient Greek) was the supercontinent that existed during the Paleozoic and Meozoic eras about 250 million years ago, before the component continents were separated into their current configuration.”

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PRIVATELY PERFECTLY PEMBA

For much of its history, Pemba has been overshadowed by Zanzibar, its larger, more visible and more politically powerful neighbour to the south. Although the islands are separated by only about 50km of water, relatively few tourists make their way across the channel for a visit. Those who do, however, are seldom disappointed.

Unlike flat, sandy Zanzibar, Pemba’s terrain is hilly, fertile and lushly vegetated. In the days of the Arab traders it was even referred to as ‘al Khuthera’ or ‘the Green Island’. Throughout much of the period when the sultans of Zanzibar held sway over the East African coast, it was Pemba, with its extensive clove plantations and agricultural base, that provided the economic foundation for the archipelago’s dominance.

Pemba has also been long renowned for its voodoo and traditional healers, and people come from throughout East Africa seeking cures or to learn the skills of the trade.

Much of the island’s coast is lined with mangroves and tidal creeks and lagoons, and Pemba is not a beach destination. However, there are a few good stretches of sand and some idyllic offshore islets. In the surrounding waters, coral reefs, the steeply dropping walls of the Pemba channel and an abundance of fish offer some rewarding diving.

The tourism industry on Pemba is small and low-key, and infrastructure is for the most part fairly basic, although this is slowly but steadily changing, with an ever-increasing number of upmarket hotels and more development on the way. It will be a while, however, before tourism here reaches the proportions it’s taken on Zanzibar. Much of Pemba is relatively ‘undiscovered’ and you’ll still have things more or less to yourself, which is a big part of the island’s charm. The main requirement for travelling around independently is time, as there’s little regular transport off the main routes.

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Simply Stone Town – Serena Inn, Zanzibar

A stay in Stone Town enables you to shop for anything from antiques and gemstones to exotic spices. You can also visit the bazaar where the traders still bargain frantically. Alternatively, simply spend your time walking through the winding streets; discover buildings and hotels with overhanging balconies and huge, intricately carved wooden doors.

Some of the sites worth seeing in and around the Stone Town include The People’s Palace, the House of Wonders, the Anglican Cathedral and the slave market, the Peace Memorial and Palace Museums, the Old Dispensary, Livingstone’s House, the Arab Fort and Tippu Tip’s house (Tip was a notorious slave trader).

For Stone Town accommodation there is a spattering of great hotels. These include the Zanzibar Serena Inn, Tembo House Hotel, Dhow Palace Hotel and the Beyt Al Chai.

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