The Romantic Tourist

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Love at First Sight

If you're looking for high-end luxury and the unrivalled romance of the Caribbean, you'll certainly find both at Half Moon. The resort gets its name from the private, crescent-shaped beach it's set on, which extends for two miles along the northern coast of Jamaica. A 15-minute drive from the lively city of Montego Bay and just 10 minutes from Sangster International Airport, the resort's illustrious guest roll has included various members of the Windsor family up to and including the Queen and Prince Phillip, John F. and Jacqueline Kennedy and Paul Newman, to mention but a few.

Romance

Half Moon offers a variety of romantic celebration packages including weddings, proposals, anniversaries and renewal of vows packages, many of which can be personalised to your requirements and include everything from a bottle of champagne on arrival, a private candlelit dinner, to a dozen long stem roses and a 50 or 80 minute couples massage. If you don't have a formal event to celebrate, then there's still plenty of romance at this resort with its golden, sandy beaches, gorgeous sunsets and oceanfront rooms.

Your Stay

Rooms and suites come with garden, courtyard or ocean views and all have a mix of island and colonial style furnishings and decor. For a real taste of the high life, book into one of the Royal Suites which come with separate living rooms and private terraces or balconies, while some have their own private pool. Most overlook the sea but a few have secluded garden settings.

What to Do

Water sports activities available at Half Moon include snorkeling and diving, windsurfing, kayaking and water-skiing. There are three public swimming pools, the Hibiscus with a swim-up bar, and an Olympic lap pool. Once you've had enough of the water, you can go riding at the resort's own equestrian centre, play golf on the onsite par 72 course or take yoga, aerobic, or Pilates classes at the Fern Tree Fitness Centre. If you'd prefer some pampering, try the Fern Tree Spa which offers beauty treatments, complementary therapies and massage.

The Food of Love

For gourmet fusion food that combines influences from the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Asia visit the Sugar Mill where you can enjoy dishes like spice rubbed seared ahi tuna, tea smoked duck breast and pineapple, and pistachio and rosewater tart. For al fresco dining, or try the Seagrape Terrace which serves contemporary Jamaican cuisine. For authentic Italian, you should visit Il Giardino with its elegant interiors and attractive terrace.