Sea meets sky at The Verandah Resort & Spa, where you can reconnect with nature, your loved ones and yourself. This eco-friendly island resort offers 30 spectacular beachfront acres on Antigua’s northeast coast overlooking a tranquil bay. The Verandah’s idyllic Caribbean village ambiance is bound to inspire closeness and relaxation. It’s the perfect choice for romantic getaways, with the perfect mix of activities, including kayaking, snorkeling, windsurfing, and more. Unwind at the island’s largest free-form swimming pool or indulge in rejuvenating and exotic treatments at the resort’s signature Spa Tranquility spa. Whether you want to seek adventure or soak in the natural beauty at this all-inclusive island hideaway, The Verandah Resort & Spa is the perfect locale to celebrate and share new experiences!

Escape to a place where you can leave your worries behind and relax in the warm sunshine with a total sense of freedom. Located on Cancun’s south shore between mangroves and the Caribbean Sea, Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort offers unsurpassed natural beauty. Guests will enjoy an all-inclusive haven  featuring freestyle pools, swim-up bars, a luxurious spa, a 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, and daily activities. During your honeymoon in one of Moon Palace’s guestrooms or suites, “experience Mexican hospitality at its finest” with luxurious amenities! Moon Palace also offers several destination wedding and honeymoon packages.

Congratulations to Allison and David of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, who won Contemporary Bride’s 8-day, 7-night New Jersey honeymoon sweepstakes! They will be staying at one of Jamaica’s most unforgettable resorts, the ClubHotel Riu Negril, nestled on a beautiful stretch of white-sanded beach lining turquoise water. This all-inclusive resort offers world-class service and luxurious amenities within the 420 deluxe guest rooms and suite accommodations-all of which give way to balcony or terrace views. From relaxation to recreational activities, the couple will enjoy various entertainment for both the minimalist and adventurous, including volleyball, snorkeling, windsurfing, daily entertainment, and nightlife. Honeymoon provided courtesy of Contemporary Bride Magazine and RIU Hotels & Resorts. For more information on this honeymoon destination, visit http://www.Riu.com!

Set amid tropical gardens with magnificent views of the Caribbean Sea’s turquoise waters is an ideal honeymoon destination designed in perfect harmony with its natural environment. The Paradisus Punta Cana is a luxury all-inclusive resort located on on the idyllic Punta Cana Beach in the Dominican Republic. At this all-inclusive, all-encompassing, all-suite Caribbean playground experience thrilling unique island activities, a full-service spa and health club, casino, magnificent pools, and a pristine beach!

A sociable club-like ambiance prevails throughout this secluded all-inclusive Antigua resort located on the southeastern coast. At its heart of St. James’s Club, lie guest rooms, restaurants and recreational opportunities of The Club, while The Village is an adjacent sanctuary of residential-style villas tumbling set on a gentle hillside towards the bay. By day, there are two beaches and four swimming pools, as well as a variety of on-site activities to keep all age groups entertained. After dark, there is a choice of four restaurants set either in the gardens, on the hillside or right down by the water’s edge. This exclusive hideaway is the perfect honeymoon escape where romance, relaxation, and adventure are combined for the ultimate getaway.

Paradise comes to life at “The Most Alluring Destination in the Caribbean”, Sandals LaSource Grenada. Known as the “Island of Spice”, Grenada is home to some of the most natural wonders in the Caribbean offering spectacular beaches, waterfalls, lush rain forests, and mountain lakes. Romance meets world class luxury at this exotic hideaway featuring 231 rooms and suites including mahogany furniture and modern bathrooms of marble and stone decor. Soak up the warm Caribbean sun on the beach, at one of three pools plus two river pools or at the nearby beach club complete with fire pits, Jacuzzi, and picturesque views.

Long ago, every young woman began the assembly of her bridal trousseau, well before she even became engaged. Filling a hope chest full of linens and nightgowns is not something that most brides today do, but they do put together a modern version of the bridal trousseau.

Today most couples register for their household items at a department store, and let their wedding guests take care of filling up their new home. This is fine, but there is one part of the bridal trousseau that you taking care of yourself, and that is lingerie for your wedding day (and night too!).

Besides the wedding night, you can also pick up some more edgy and colorful pieces to wear on your honeymoon. Your new husband will be eager to see you emerge each evening in another sexy ensemble. And that is why the bridal trousseau continues to be a wonderful tradition.

1. Swarovski Pearl and Rhinestone Bridal Bracelet – http://www.roxysjewelry.com · 2. Brent Black and White Garter – http://www.lagartier.com · 3. Triple Strand Pearl Necklace – Tiffany & Co. (800) 843-3269 · 4. Cloudswing Chemise – http://www.ellemacphersonintimates.com · 5. Elise Robe and Slip – http://www.cosabella.com · 6. Emerald Regal Satin Garter – http://www.gartersbykristi.com · 7. Moonlight Chemise – http://www.pleasurestatelingerie.com.au · 8. The Bride Satin Robe and The Mrs. Short – http://www.inbloombyjonquil.com

Congratulations to Jessica and Eric of New Rochelle, New York, who won Contemporary Bride’s 8-day, 7-night New York honeymoon sweepstakes! They will be staying at one of Jamaica’s most unforgettable resorts, the ClubHotel Riu Negril, nestled on a beautiful stretch of white-sanded beach lining turquoise water. This all-inclusive resort offers world-class service and luxurious amenities within the 420 deluxe guest rooms and suite accommodations-all of which give way to balcony or terrace views. From relaxation to recreational activities, the couple will enjoy various entertainment for both the minimalist and adventurous, including volleyball, snorkeling, windsurfing, daily entertainment, and nightlife. Honeymoon provided courtesy of Contemporary Bride Magazine and RIU Hotels & Resorts. For more information on this honeymoon destination, visit http://www.Riu.com!

The Westin Aruba Resort & Csino is the perfect island destination, offering the charm of the Dutch Caribbean, a magnificent beach, glittering casino, and a host of outdoor pleasures. Located on the luxurious strip of Palm Beach, Aruba, amidst sparkling blue water and soft sand beaches, we invite you to create the memories of a lifetime. Enjoy sailing, windsurfing, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and golf. Take a refreshing swim in the ocean. Drift in our gorgeous seaside pool, or relax with a relaxing massage, body wrap of facial at the spa. Discover the ideal blend of Caribbean warmth and Las Vegas-style excitement at The Westin Aruba Resort & Casino!

An oasis of European grandeur, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort Spa Resort & Offshore Island  is considered to be “the pearl of the Caribbean”. Seductive beaches and crystalline waters embrace tropical gardens and opulent suites that exude serenity. During your all-inclusive stay, escape to the romantic offshore island just minutes away with two secluded coastlines, a chic beach club, signature pool with swim-up bar, the Red Lane Spa, and the region’s best seafood house. This resort recently unveiled their new Balmoral Tower offering new rooms, suites with oversized balconies, and a sophisticated lobby with marble floors. Sandals Royal Bahamian is the best of all worlds, boasting European elegance and island romance wrapped up in one unforgettable getaway.