The purest form of bliss is escaping to a place that is paradise in true form. A place where you can not only find the sort of intimacy and tropical euphoria you’ve always imagined, but also enjoy it with the one you love. Of course, for such a place to be worth going to at all, it would need to be complete with scenic ocean views, swaying palm trees, greenery everywhere you look, and hopefully… Over-the-Water Bungalows.  Fortunately for the ever-searching traveler, this piece of paradise actually exists. Accommodation options that match this description can be found ..read more

  With lush landscapes, pristine beaches and world-class resorts, it’s no wonder that Jamaica is a popular destination among couples looking to tie the knot in paradise. If you’ve narrowed down your list of wedding destinations to this picturesque island, you’re in luck – we put together the ultimate guide on planning your special celebration in Jamaica. From resort and venue options to exciting excursions and official requirements, read on and start planning your big day in paradise. Research your resort options First things first – decide where you want to get married! There are ..read more

Although travel is already the gift that keeps on giving, providing a destination wedding favor for your wedding guests that gives back to an international charity will continue that gift of giving. Romantic Planet Vacations, Canada's premiere experts in destination weddings and honeymoons, have comprised a list of five international organizations that offer unique gift ideas for destination wedding favors. Mexico: Centro Ecologico AkumalFor more than 20 years, the Ecological Center of Akumal has been protecting the turtles that nest and hatch along the coasts of Akumal. It's symbolic ado ..read more

Planning a wedding can be trying at the best of times, but try throwing a wedding in an unfamiliar destination – even the smallest tasks can suddenly become overwhelming. This checklist should give you an idea of what to do in the lead-up to your destination wedding to bring the stress levels way down, especially if you use the services of a Destination Wedding travel specialist. 9 Months – 1 Year Before Wedding Determine your budget – including any wedding related costs, travel expenses and your accommodation. HINT: Many couples are also concerned about what their guests will be ..read more

 Having a luxurious home-away-from-home while on holidays is important to many travelers. Especially when it comes to all-inclusive getaways where you have the opportunity to be spoiled in every aspect from cuisine, fancy cocktails, and incredible service levels. These competitive beachfront resorts always seem to be one-upping each other on a regular basis and what feature is all the rage these days and in hot demand? The infamous swim-up suite room category but of course.  What is a Swim-up Suite? A swim-up suite essentially brings the swimming pool right to your patio. They are mo ..read more

  Shot-Gun Destination Wedding Trending For 2022 Over the last two years, many engaged wedding couples have had their dreams squashed, postponed and delayed due to the pandemic. With limited indoor gathering restrictions and travel advisories in place, tens of thousands of wedding plans in Canada have been left in limbo. Now that Covid-19 restrictions are lifting nationwide, wedding couples are now finding a massive backlog on local wedding venue availability, with no space available until sometimes, 2024 and into 2025. A new trend in "Shot-Gun Destination Weddings" is forming in the ..read more

 It is said that with engagement season comes an incredible array of destination wedding and honeymoon deals that will guarantee to keep that love high into the Spring. The team at Romantic Planet Vacations, specialist in destination weddings and honeymoons, has put together all of the worlds best deals in once place. Please find them below; Be My Valentine Promotion - Valid until Mar 15, 2022 When you book your wedding group between February 15, 2022 and March 15, 2022, for departures from November 1, 2022, onwards, all wedding couples will be entered into a draw to win free round-tri ..read more

 posted November 7, 2021 RIU Guanacaste, Costa Rica Riu Guanacaste is situated along the shores of Matapalo Beach and surrounded by the majestic mountains of Guanacaste. The beachfront resort offers something for all ages. Test out the exciting slides at the brand-new ‘Splash Water World’ water park, with unlimited complimentary access included in your stay. The property is surrounded by the exotic nature that Costa Rica is famous for and is perfect for animal-lovers, with a sea-turtle hatching taking place seasonally.    May 30, 2022 Package includes roundtrip air ..read more

  Breaking Travel News Mandatory Proof of Vaccination Required To Travel  The federal government of Canada has just announced that by the end of October 2021, everyone over the age of 12 must provide proof of vaccination to travel by plane, rail or marine vessel. In the live press conference today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau put it bluntly, "to travel, you must be vaccinated".    After a short phase-in period, all employees in federally regulated air, rail and marine transportation sectors will also be required to be fully vaccinated.   As of ..read more

  Covid Tests for Traveling Canadians With borders opening up and the world slowly starting to ease back to normal, it’s no surprise that eager travelers have a lot of questions. After over a year of restricted movement, we’re all feeling ready to hop on a plane and explore again. But first things first—you need to know the new rules and regulations. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about getting Covid tests for travel for eligible fully vaccinated Canadian travelers. Covid Tests for Travel from Canada The requirements for Covid testing for travel depend on your ..read more