Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort
One of 100 Best Romantic Resorts in the World 2006

Windjammer Landing is unique and unlike any other Caribbean resort. It was conceived, designed and built as a village. Brick paths meander through more than 60 acres of lush landscaping, scented gardens, sparkling pools and waterfalls, covered walkways, pickled wood, and hand-painted tiles. Our residents come from all over the world, creating a village community of international vacationers and property owners. Patterned after the picturesque villages of the Mediterranean, Windjammer Landing villas are uniquely designed and secluded from neighbors by magnificent trees and flowering bushes. Stroll or take the continuous shuttle service to the heart of the village where you will find a full-service resort.

Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort has been personally selected as one of the top romantic resorts in the world by noted travel writer, Katharine Dyson.

Author of The 100 Best Romantic Resorts of the World published by the Globe Pequot Press, Ms. Dyson is continually traveling from Africa to Asia; from the U.S. to Europe seeking the most romantic places to stay.

Now in its 5th edition, the book has become the authority of choice for those looking for a honeymoon or romantic getaway. The book, which contains detailed descriptions of accommodations and amenities of the resorts profiled, is available in bookstores and Web sites and sells for $17.95.

In 2006 Windjammer Landing was also the recipient of the Conde Nast Gold Award chosen by Conde Nast readers as one of the world's greatest hotels, published in the Gold List 2006 in the magazine's January 2006 issue. Windjammer Landing received high scores for the quality of its design, location, rooms, activities, service and food.

Windjammer Landing Resort is the perfect village for couples & honeymooners who want to celebrate their love in one of the most beautiful islands.

Elie Saab - A designer for princesses...

Elie Saab was born in Lebanon on July 4, 1964. In his youth, Elie Saab developed an infinite curiosity in art. This great interest led him to enter the fashion world aggressively. He started desgining evening gowns and wedding dresses. His first fashion house was launched in 1982, in Beirut, under his own label. In the same year, Elie Saab launched his first collection at the Casino Du Liban. It was a major success and enjoyed massive media coverage!

The Lebanese press referred to him as the precocious genius. Deeply attached to his native culture but constantly fascinated by the European fashion, his style was a perfect blend of Eastern and Western cultures. The 1980's saw Elie Saab's career expanding. His reputation spread throughout the Middle East attracting royalty to his fashion House in Beirut. In the early nineties, Elie Saab established a larger fashion house in Beirut. The finesses of his word spread overseas to include privat fashion shows in Paris, Switzerland etc...

In 1997, Elie Saab was the first foreign designer to present a Spring/Summer Haute Couture collection at the Roma Alta Moda week. Since then, his fashion shows are presented in Rome.

Elie Saab is on the international designers who had been dressing Hollywood movie stars at the aware winning cermeonies. Sine 2000, Elie Saab collection has been on the catwalk in the capital house of fashion, Paris, at the "Paris Fashion Week" of Haute Couture.

Classically regal, yet unmistakably sexy, Saab's designs combine Middle Eastern details with European fashion, and appear at home on Hollywood A-listers like Halle Berry who wore Saab at the 2002 and 2003 Academy Awards. Since that moment, Elie has grown even more popular amongst celebrities with his romantic, crystal-encrusted evening and wedding gowns.

The women of Elie Saab are the goddesses of the modern mythology. Making brides and women wearing his dressed feel divine and radiant.

Money Optional

The cost of having that dream day come true can add up very quickly. Asking for a little help… well that can never hurt. The only problem is that most people consider this a pretty touchy subject. How to ask for money without being rude? Ok well asking for any type of gift has always been considered rude and inappropriate. Gifts in general are considered to be optional. However, the world around us has changed, with the costs of weddings today and couples many times having already lived together, a pot doesn’t always come in handy. As long as it’s done in the right way, you can get a little help from your guests without insulting anyone. Here are some ideas to consider.

1. The first and best way “to ask for cash” is to spread the word amongst you closest friends and family and should your guests inquire on what it is you need or want they can let them know.

2. Many people don’t like to give money simply because they feel it does not contribute as a long lasting memento from that guest. Consider registering your honeymoon, this way they will feel they contributed to your first getaway as a couple and you save on a pretty expensive trip!

3. Although controversial to some, hinting in your invitation that you would appreciate monetary contributions is another way of going about it. Consider adding that you will have a wishing well set up for those guests who wish to make such contributions. Not only will this give guests the choice, but will also make for a romantic touch to the event.

4. Another way of spreading the word is through your wedding website. If you have one, post a little blog thanking your guests ahead for any sort of contribution they could extend. Perhaps include a plan you have as a couple that you would use the funds for. (i.e.: a boat, new kitchen, car…)

Sensitivity is key with this topic. Although against etiquette to some, couples are asking for money more and more. Simply put, guests are helping their friends begin their life with a little egg if they wish to go the monetary way. There is nothing wrong with that, and it cuts the pressure of finding that great gift or buying the towels from the registry.