Couples Blog

Welcome to the Couples Blog, where we explore all-things Couples, romance, adventure, cuisine and Jamaica. Join us on this journey as we share weekly stories of the lovable staff, loyal guests and behind-the-scenes insights of these breathtaking resorts of Couples Resorts.

How to plan a destination wedding

Wednesday, Jan 22, 2014

Are you considering a destination wedding? First, get to know key considerations outlined in a new infographic by Couples Resorts, premiere wedding resorts in the Caribbean. Say yes to the destination wedding of your dreams! Choosing a location is sometimes the easy part – there is a lot more to organising a wedding than you may think, even if it is taking place on a beach! From invites to venues, weather checks to guest appreciation.

Gold, Silver & Bronze – Taste of Jamaica Awards

Friday, Nov 15, 2013

Jamaica is renowned for many wonderful things. Its beaches are a beautiful site to behold, the weather is wonderful all year round, and the music continues to be magnificently melodious (with styles ranging from Calypso, Reggae and Soca). The food is considered the finest, not just in the Caribbean, in the whole world. It’s no wonder, as Jamaica boasts some of the top chefs in the Caribbean. The 2013 staging of the Best Dressed Chicken Taste of Jamaica Culinary Competition was held in September over two days at the Montego Bay Convention Centre; where chefs from Jamaican hotels and cookery students participated in various categories.

TripAdvisor lists Couples Swept Away in 10 Sunsets

Sunday, Nov 10, 2013

Jamaica is known for many things; reggae, rum, laidback vibes and some of the most beautiful and breathtaking sunsets. Negril is a perfect setting to witness such natural splendor and indeed the place boasts some of the most spectacular sunsets. The orange hue of the Negril sunset is unique, superb, and unlike any other when compared with other places in the world. The dusky orange rays fill the sky at 5pm and the dazzling golden sun descends on the horizon casting a hazy glow across the island.

Seven reasons to get married at Couples Resorts

Friday, Nov 1, 2013

Jamaica is an island paradise and a dream wedding and honeymoon destination, visited by hundreds of blissfully happy holiday goers every year. Jamaica is one of the most popular islands in the Caribbean to get hitched. With its carefree attitude, welcoming locals and sunny vibes you’re guaranteed to have a splendid start to wedded bliss. We’ve witnessed many guests get married at our four all-inclusive, luxury resorts on the island.

That's the (rum) spirit!

Thursday, Oct 24, 2013

No other spirit has such a variety of styles as rum. Our bar staff at Couples Resorts know this and create some delicious drinks for you ti sip by the pool or overlooking the ocean views. It can be white, golden or dark and flavoured or spiced. It can be distilled in pot-stills or column-stills. The history and wide spread of rums is varied. Here’s a short guide to the wonderful spirit.

The Couples Resorts guide to being a couple

Thursday, Oct 17, 2013

The Couples Resorts parenting guide on how to spend quality time with your loved one – no kids allowed! Being a parent is one of the toughest jobs in the world. One word that can be used to describe the job of parenting is relentless. When two become three or four (or more!) your time is no longer your own and children (no matter how adorable they are) can put a strain on even the strongest relationships.

How to prepare for a Caribbean beach party

Friday, Oct 11, 2013

In the Caribbean, there’s no party like a beach party! We, at Couples Resorts, have special nights during the week where guests can kick off their sandals and dance with the sand between their toes as the sunsets and the stars come out. We keep the rum flowing and the barbecue burning so guests can enjoy delicious cocktails and delectable grills. We do love a brilliant beach bash and we’d love you to come to one of ours.

Couples Tribute: Charlie the Sans Souci Turtle

Friday, Oct 4, 2013

At all the hotels at Couples Resorts we’re used to seeing our fair share of turtles, such as the new hatchlings at our Barbados resort last week, but there’s one turtle that will always remain in our hearts – Charlie, the resident sea turtle at Couples Sans Souci. If you’ve visited the Sans Souci resort you may have been puzzled over the name for the spa, Charlie. The spa took its name from the Charlie, a friendly resident sea turtle who lived beyond the age of 100 years old.

Turtles hatching on the beach at Couples Resorts

Thursday, Sep 26, 2013

This is the story of Nico, born at 6.15 pm on the beaches of Couples Resorts. Nico was the last of the turtles to come out of the nest. His goal was to reach the ocean fraught with perils, his path to freedom a long one. And, bless his little flippers, he was not quite the fastest, having been left behind by 177 of his brother and sisters! Many of the guests at Couples Resorts were on hand to cheer for little Nico’s survival.

Staff Spotlight – ‘Captain Kirk’

Couples Resorts are proud to own and operate five all-inclusive luxury boutique resorts in the Caribbean – four in Jamaica and one in Barbados. Each resort embraces a style that combines the casual with the chic infusing an idyllic island ambiance. All the resorts offer guests a genuine, intimate and memorable experience. Guests are always charmed by the warmth of the Caribbean people who are genuinely happy to greet you and ready to welcome you to the beautiful islands of Jamaica or Barbados.

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