HOT SPOT
Cala Blava, Spain
Alison Laesser-Keck,
Alison Bryan Destinations
@alisonandbryan
Why it’s special The Balearic
Islands sit in the picturesque
Mediterranean waters alongside
impressive architecture and
towering limestone cliffs. In
fact, Cap Rocat—a former for-
tress turned chic boutique
hotel—is built right on a cliff
overlooking the Bay of Palma.
The wedding Greet guests
(with glasses of champagne,
of course!) at the dock south of
the Palma de Mallorca airport
and transport them by boat
along the turquoise bay to Cap
Rocat. The adults-only property
features a panoramic terrace
that makes for a scenic cere-
mony location. Insider advice
Take a day trip to Ses Salines
and Es Llombards, two adorable
towns to visit; fit in a delicious
lunch at Cassai, a fun choice.
Or go to Calo des Moro beach
for a swim in the pool-like water
and a picnic of local wine and
cheese. caprocat.com
HOT SPOT
Anguilla
Stefanie Cove, Stefanie Cove
and Co. @stefcoveco
Why it’s special The beloved
Caribbean island is back (post
Hurricane Irma) with renovated
accommodations and the same
pristine turquoise water. The
wedding On arrival day, direct
sun-worshippers to meet up at
Blanchards Beach Shack. Host
the rehearsal dinner at Picante—
great Mexican food and margari-
tas. Say your vows at Malliouhana,
Auberge Resorts Collection on
Meads Bay. Insider advice Book
tiny Sandy Island for the day after
and spend the time partying with
tropical drinks and grilled lobster,
and dancing to the amazing
Omari Banks band—Omari is the
son of legend Bankie Banx.
aubergeresorts.com
HOT SPOT
Walland, Tennessee
Jessica Sloane, Jessica Sloane
Event Styling and Design
@jessicasloane
Why it’s special Known for its
southern hospitality, innovative
cuisine, and views of the Great
Smoky Mountains, Blackberry
Farm has a new sister property,
Blackberry Mountain, with the
same five-star amenities plus
an emphasis on adventure. The
ceremony Get married on the
main lawn for a ta-da! entrance.
Afterward, move guests inside
the lodge for dancing and a deli-
cious dinner at Three Sisters,
courtesy of executive chef Josh
Feathers. Insider advice Hiking
trails are breathtaking (in a good
way)! blackberrymountain.com
Clockwise from left:
Villa Astor overlooks
the Bay of Naples;
Cap Rocat in
Mallorca delivers
history and striking
views; book
Anguilla’s Malliou-
hana Auberge for a
luxury beach party.
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