Couples have cut back on extravagant and expensive weddings. More and more are seen to be travelling abroad with close families and friends to keep costs down. Antigua and Barbuda offers exceptional value for money with 365 beautiful sandy beaches (one for each day of the year), a flawless backdrop and an array of activities.

For more information on weddings and honeymoons in Antigua & Barbuda visit stand R6 at The Wedding Fair, Bluewater, Kent 17-19 October. Caribtours are participating in the show and have some amazing deals on (www.caribtours.co.uk, 020 7751 0660,) Offering seven nights at Blue Waters, Antigua, from £1425 per person including breakfast. Blue Waters offers a free wedding for stays of ten nights or more, plus receive a complimentary upgrade to a Deluxe Beachfront Room. Honeymoon couples receive an upgrade to a Deluxe Beachfront Room and a complimentary Champagne breakfast served on their patio on the morning of their choice.

Blue Waters Resort is located on the north-western corner of Antigua and is a luxurious hideaway for those looking for peace and tranquillity. Over the years Blue Waters has earned a reputation as one of the finest resorts in the Caribbean and offers guests the chance to relax in style surrounded by freshwater pools, secluded beach coves and 17 acres of stunning tropical gardens. www.bluewaters.net.

Ultra-luxe hideaway Jumby Bay, is an inclusive Rosewood Resort set on an enchanting 300-acre private island two miles off the coast of Antigua in the West Indies. Accessible only by boat, the island Jumby Bay epitomises the secluded romance and offers couples a relaxed, authentic Caribbean escape with superb white-sand beaches and lush tropical environs. Honeymooners can indulge in treatments at Sense, the Rosewood Spa, enjoy the cycle-in cinema and have private stargazing picnics on the beach, whilst those to wed have an array of locations to choose from.

For more information on weddings and honeymoons in Antigua and Barbuda, visit www.visitantiguabarbuda.com.

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Paradise Islands in the Caribbean Sea
Located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea, Antigua and its sister island Barbuda are known for their numerous coves, bays and clear turquoise-coloured waters. Served by British Airways and Virgin Atlantic from London Gatwick Airport, the eight and a half hour flight will drop you into a tropical paradise to enjoy one of Antigua's 365 white sand beaches. Steeped in culture and history with breathtaking panoramic views it is the perfect destination for family holidays, honeymoons, photo/fashion shoots and more.

Blue Waters - Seven nights in Antigua from £1,505pp

Seven nights in Antigua with Virgin Holidays, including scheduled flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Gatwick direct to Antigua, B&B accommodation at the 4V Blue Waters and airport transfers. Price is per person based on two adults travelling and sharing a superior hillside room, including all applicable taxes and fuel surcharges which are subject to change. Start your holiday before you've even taken off in the v-room at Gatwick Airport…adults £22, Kids £12. Virgin Holidays is a member of ABTA and is ATOL protected. To book: www.virginholidays.co.uk, 0844 557 3859.

Honeymoon Destination, Antigua, Private Island Hideaway, Jumby Bay

Prices from £4,475 per person for 7 nights, all inclusive, British Airways flights and private transfers based on Departure October 17th- for travel until Dec 31st Scott Dunn (scottdunn.com / 020 8682 5020)