An Essex Wedding - May/June 2025 (Issue 122)

MALTA Iniala Harbour House & Residences, is proud to announce its recognition by Forbes Travel Guide as Malta’s only Forbes five-star hotel, for the fourth year running. Iniala Harbour House has collected a myriad of awards and accolades in recent years, as well as being home to the only two Michelinstarred restaurant in Malta. Iniala Harbour House includes 23 uniquely designed rooms and suites, spread across four exquisite Maltese townhouses and palazzos, with their ancient vaults dating back to the 1600s. Overlooking the renowned Grand Harbour, the hotel boasts breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea, coupled with world-class service, eye-catching urban design and unforgettable dining experiences. To see more visit: https://inialamalta.com CROATIA Valamar, Croatia’s leading hospitality brand, is launching two new luxury resorts designed for the ultimate honeymoon experience. With its stunning coastal locations and exceptional offerings, both the Pical Resort in Poreč (opening in 2026) and the Arba Resort on the island of Rab, opening this year, are set to become some of Europe’s most romantic destinations. The Pical Resort promises an idyllic seaside escape, and Arba Resort on the Kalifront Peninsula offers a quieter, more secluded honeymoon. Both resorts offer personalised services and unique experiences, designed to make every trip unforgettable. To see more visit: www.valamar.com MALDIVES Finolhu is ideal for a romantic getaway, offering guests a chance to sleep under the stars with the resort’s dreamy beach bubbles. The resort has recently launched its wedding and honeymoon package, where guests can get married on a floating platform in the Indian ocean. Finolhu is known for its family-friendly atmosphere, having just expanded their multi-generational offering with a new connecting villa to host larger families. To accommodate the mix in ages, it’s opened its doors to the new Art Lab and Teen Hut. The Art Lab provides a creative hub for guests of all ages to discover or expand their artistic skills, while the Teen Hut gives younger guests a space to connect with peers while enjoying the movie lounge, outdoor games area and music corner. To discover more of the Maldives, check out: www.finolhu.com JERSEY Loungeville Manor is a charming 14th-century manor house located in Jersey and offers an unparalleled blend of historical grandeur and modern sophistication. This five-star manor is surrounded by 18 acres of vibrant gardens and woodlands. The family-owned hotel provides a serene and enchanting escape, with key features including 29 individually styled rooms, suites and an oak-panelled dining room. Longueville Manor also boasts a state-of-the-art temperature controlled 5,000-bottle wine cellar, a wellness space featuring a gym, a boutique spa, a tennis court and vast outdoor pool and sun loungers. On top of this, they also offer a chartered luxury yacht, wild woodlands with 12 beehives, and a Victorian kitchen garden. For more information and to book your trip visit www.longuevillemanor.com HONEYMOON NEWS 87

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