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Are you a couple who thrives on adventure and is looking to get married in a destination wedding location that encompasses magic, mystery, light, energy and nature based explorations you’ve never ever encountered before? Please allow me the pleasure of introducing you to the captivating and unforgettable:

Faroe Islands

Are you racking your brain right now trying to figure out where are the Faroe Islands? They are owned by Denmark (just as Greenland is) and are a hypnotizing set of islands in-between Iceland, Norway, and the U.K. Inside these magical 18 islands you will lose yourself and find yourself over and over again. …and the almost unbelievable part is when you leave the islands, you’ll be overcome with an unyielding amount of inspiration, focus, and view of nature that you didn’t know was possible. You’ll almost believe Faroe Islands = Narnia!

You giggle, but I’m serious! What other place has more grass covered houses than anywhere in the world, more sheep than people, horses playing in magical looking areas (see below), jagged cliff edges that will get your heart pumping, hikes that are self-finding, a serenity that you thought only exists in your mind, and a place that still offers a deep and rich culture that mixes the best of the best Nordic worlds of Denmark and Iceland?! Nowhere, Natta, No place but the magnificent Faroe Islands, I tell you! …and you all know I’ve traveled the world seeking the world’s best Adventure Wedding spots!

Within the mainland island just a 5 minute drive from the sparkling seaside city of Torshavn, sits on a hillside overlooking the city, the perfect Faroe Islands wedding location: Hotel Føroyar. Back in September I was lucky enough to call this amazing hotel my home base for several nights as I location scouted both on land and on sea for epic Faroe Island wedding locations! From the moment I arrived, I smiled. It was very late and pitch dark but I was able to see the lights shinning from the city below and when I opened my hotel room window I found that the hotel was built right into the hill it was perched upon! The next morning, I may or may not have climbed out my window and did somersaults down it 😉

So, are you wondering why I personally loved Hotel Føroyar? The connection I felt to nature was outrageously awesome. Walking towards the entrance to the hotel, you see the entire roof of the hotel is grass covered and then you follow your way to the reception desk and the colors, tones, and textures all feel earthy but with an underling accent of luxury. I was given my keys and told to walk down the hallway where there are rocks from the land incorporated right into the walls you pass to your room. It was brilliant, really freaking brilliant!

…and then you ask me the real question: Why would I choose Hotel Føroyar to hold my Faroe Island destination wedding? I would playfully ask the question back to you as, “Why the heck wouldn’t you? It’s the best the Faroe Islands has to offer, hands down.” #TrueStory

There are 106 panoramic view rooms overlooking the amazing city below. The room list follows below:

Clinton Suite
Prime Ministers Suite
(2) Wedding Suites –I toured and loved!
(98) Double rooms –I stayed in one and it was light, bright, and beautiful.
(2) Family rooms
(2) Combined family/handicap rooms

All of the rooms are well equipped and even more so, I think by American standards and offers the following in-room amenities:

Fast Wifi
Private bathroom with shower/bathtub
Full size hairdryer
Vanity Pack (hair tie, cotton balls/pads, nail files, earplugs, and q-tips)
Minibar
Telephone
Clock Radio
Work Station
Iron/Ironing board
Digital TV (10 channels) / Satellite TV
Coffee and tea facilities
Wake Up Call
Free Parking
Additional Costing Services are available as well such as the following: Room Service, Car Hire, Laundry Service, Horseback Riding, and Excursions.

Another reason why you should consider Hotel Føroyar is because they have lavish conference rooms that can perfectly accommodate your Faroe Island wedding reception from a whimsical Faroese elopement to a 300+ guest list. There are 3 standout locations within Hotel Føroyar that I was totally struck by… First, the VIP top floor houses a hall that can capably host your 340 guest Faroe Islands wedding reception. Second, there is a wine cellar that would be perfect for your intimate elopement for two or exclusive party of 10 that has a deep romantic vibe embedded in it. Third, there is the CUTEST little grass covered trailer that can fit your fabulous party of 2-8 people in it and it can be towed to some of the really amazing spots we have scouted throughout the island! Talk about service and options, right? So I’m here right now, picturing you, your soon-to-be, and your closest friends/family indulging in exquisite cuisine… Seaside, Cliff-side, in View of an Amazing Natural Wonder, or set within one of their super cute magical towns. Are you in?!

The final reason why Hotel Føroyar is rounding out my Top 5 Adventure Wedding Hotel List for 2015 is the caliber of the food and the euphoria it left me in. Never have I ever had such an intense, beautiful, and creative tasting experience than at Hotel Føroyar’s world renowned (and awarded) restaurant: KOKS. For 3 hours and 21 courses, I put things in my mouth I never thought I would and each dish made me even more excited in taste and presentation. For my lovely high-end foodies out there that are all about the adventurous experience during the day and the evening being about food and conversation… THIS IS THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION WEDDING EXPERIENCE. The dishes were delicate, intriguing, and came with amazing drink pairings that amplified the experience (as if that was possible). Each course was introduced by a restaurant staff member who was well-versed on the local/cultural ingredients and also a skilled sommelier. The menu I had follows below (don’t drool too much!):

Oda (Horse Mussels)
Igulker (Sea Urchins)
Toskur (Cod)
Jakupskel (Scallops)
Skerpikjot (Whale)
Reydrotur (Beetroot)
Garnatalg
Rabarbur (Rhubarb)
Toskur Og Urtir (Cod and Herbs)
Skota Og Sanddunnuber (Skate and Sea Sandwort)
Makrelur Og Mairotur (Mackerel and Turnips)
Hummari (Langoustine)
Skinka Og Ostur (Ham and Cheese)
Breyd Og Raest Kjot (Bread and Lamb)
Sitronjarnurt Og Timian (Lemon Verbena and Thyme)
Sula Og Skardssyrusmaera (Gannet and Wood Sorrel)
Lamb Og Tari (Lamb and Seaweed)
Hvonn Og Jogurt (Angelica and Yoghurt)
Rabarbur Og Hvonn (Rhubarb and Angelica)
Godarad
Kvarkkoka (Cheese Cake)

Drink pairings were out of this world and follow below:

Cote 2000, Maison Bereche (Champagne, France)
Riesling Cuvee Theo 2013, Domaine Weinbach (Alsace, France)
Sancerre “Akmenine” 2011, Sebastien Riffault (Loire, France)
“La Mailloche” 2012, Andrew Tissot (Jura, Portugal)
Rinkusteinur, Okkara (Local Faroe Islands Beer)
Marquis de Terme 2009 (Margaux, Bordeaux, France)
Riesling Mandelgarten Spatlese 2013, Weingut Muller-Catoir (Pfalz, Germany)

To say that having your destination wedding in the Faroe Islands would be magical, would be an understatement. Simply put, it would be an off the charts fairy-tale! Mark my words folks, the Faroe Islands is just like Iceland was before the HUGE tourism boom… Pure, untouched, majestic, and no matter where you go you can escape people even in the frequented areas. We would love to help you plan an incredible unforgettable adventure wedding in the Faroe Islands using Hotel Føroyar as your home base! Please contact us for more information!

With a smile, Ann Peters + Team (Adventure Wedding Planners + Photographers)

Hotel Føroyar Contact Information:

Address: Oyggjarvegur 45 ; 100 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands.
Phone: Tel +298 31 75 00
Website: http://www.hotelforoyar.com/
GPS Cords: 62.0128859 / -6.8013864

A Place Like Narnia Faroe Island Wedding Locations

Latvia! Yes, I said Latvia! Latvia is a gorgeous hidden gem of a country tucked within the beautiful Baltic Sea. Latvia should be on your adventure wedding list, because it is full of rich culture, eco-friendly, one of the world’s greenest countries, has an endless list of romantic adventures for couples, it’s also a country filled with art, wooden architecture, castles and manor houses!

…and it is beside the Baltic Sea! Have you ever been to the Baltic Sea before? It’s seriously one of the dreamiest seas on the planet! It just so happens that one of the most prominent adventure luxury hotels in Europe is alongside of it too! Today, I am thrilled to introduce you the stunning: Baltic Beach Hotel & Spa.

Upon arrival to the hotel, I was greeted by an amazing host waiting at the entrance of the hotel who directed me to the reception staff. They made check-in easy and pointed out all of the amazing opportunities for fun within the resorts property and just outside of its walls. When I arrived to my room I found the accommodations to be more than I expected. The bed was comfy and there were all of the American amenities we always need in room (IE, phone, room service, lots of outlets, high count thread sheets, desk, large TV, luxury toiletries, full size hair dryer, alarm clock, spa services at my finger tips, and large windows that open to allow that tremendously awesome breeze in)!

This hotel is on our Top 5 Adventure Wedding Hotels list for a billion reasons. But for fun, I’m going to name 25 of my favorites for now =)

Location, location, location! There are at least 8 locations onsite I can see you saying “I do” near!
161 Room Types (37 Superior; 28 Deluxe; 44 Budget; 31 Executive Suite; 11 Junior Suites; 8 Baltic Suites; 1 Jurmala Suite; and 1 Presidential Suite) plus an enchanting Garden Villa
Endless luxury from top to bottom. You and your guests will feel like VIP’s.
Onsite of the Baltic Beach Hotel the wedding reception options are many such as the following: Perle Hall (~130 guests); Jura Hall (~110 guests); Jurmala Hall (~75 guests); Majori (~40 guests); and at least 10+ others that can be considered depending on the size of your fabulous Latvian Destination Wedding.
3 restaurants onsite that offer dinning that is beyond 5 stars (Caviar Club, il Sole, and Perle)
Onsite is one of Europe’s largest and most professional Spa’s (100’s of services available from 0700-2200, every day).
Breakfast is included and that also includes mimosas! …did someone hashtag #balticandbreakast? I did, go back and see here!
Gated secure property.
Within walking distance of a super cute historical town (Jūrmala).
Award winning hotel every year from affirmed places such as the following: “Trip Advisor,” “World Luxury Hotel Award,” and World Travel Awards.”
Baltic Beach Hotel offers many Romance and Honeymoon Packages that can easily be customizable.
Onsite Fitness Classes, Gym, and Swimming Pool.
Steps away from the beautiful Baltic Sea and pristine golden sand beaches.
Exclusive area for you to lounge on the beach and delight in a cocktail.
Immaculate grounds to walk through and enjoy.
Exemplary customer service offering unique add on options to your event and stay such as hiring: Sand/Ice Sculptures, Illusionist, Fireworks, and other audio and visual delights.
Full service decadent bar throughout the entire hotel property.
Year-round beauty for any season wedding in Latvia.
Chic styling throughout the hotel within the rooms, restaurant dinning spaces, and the reception halls.
Staying within the walls of elegant Latvian history!
An incredible Banja experience is available and one you will never forget!
An experienced cultured Latvian staff available to you 24-7.
Minutes away from the big city: Riga, Latvia (international airport is here as well).
Moments away from Latvia and Lithuania’s best historical and natural sites such as the following: Sigulda, Rundale, Balta Kappa, Kemeri National Park, Venta Rapids, and the Hill of Hope.
Tell me you don’t LOVE the way your invitations will sound… “Please join us beside the beautiful Baltic Sea, as we say I do!”

The Baltic Beach Hotel, is a premium luxury Latvian destination wedding location not only for your ceremony but your reception as well. We would love to help you plan a Latvian adventure wedding here, so please contact us for more details!

If all those reasons don’t get you to come to the Baltic Beach Hotel & Spa in Jurmala, Latvia, I’m not sure you’re an adventurous traveler! 😉 The Baltic countries are an area in Europe that is still virgin, undeveloped and offbeat so I urge you to plan your trip soon so you may experience this phenomena yourself. I foresee this area exploding soon just as Iceland did in 2012! Hurry.

Stay tuned next week as we head to our next location on our Top 5 Adventure Wedding Hotel List for 2015… It’s a buzzing downtown luxury location for you fabulous city lovers. If you missed out previous posts on this year’s list, please go back here and here to enlighten yourself on them.

With a smile, Ann Peters & Team (Adventure Wedding Planner & Photographer)