Experience an Idyllic Destination Wedding at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas

ST. THOMAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS--(Marketwire -01/18/12)- From rehearsal dinners on the Mangrove Lawn and beachside ceremonies for two under the gazebo to cocktail receptions at sea and grand receptions in the Great Bay Ballroom, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas specializes in creating unique U.S. Virgin Islands weddings.

The quintessential tropical destination, this luxury resort offers a collection of signature wedding packages that capture the relaxed elegance of the islands, and sophisticated styling and impeccable attention to detail that define The Ritz-Carlton experience. And working with the resort's wedding planners in St. Thomas, couples can personalize elements of each package to reflect their wedding day vision.

All five of The Ritz-Carlton's Signature Destination Wedding Collection packages include a bridal bouquet, groom's boutonniere, ceremony décor, wedding officiant, and ceremony photography. Couples can select from the following packages offered at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas:

• Fall in Love Destination Wedding and Honeymoon* - Enjoy an intimate, casually elegant ceremony, a private beachfront dinner and a five-night honeymoon for two complete with luxurious touches and romantic surprises.
• Beach Dreams* - Say "I do" in a casual beachside ceremony surrounded by your closest family and friends.
• Simplicity* - A gazebo, beachside ceremony featuring a solo musician.
• Island Elegance* - Set under the Ocean's Edge Gazebo, this package features a duo of musicians to perform during the ceremony and servers to greet guests with chilled spring water and oshi-bori towels.
• Cruise Beginnings* - Recite vows at sea on the deck of the resort's beautiful 53-foot catamaran -- Lady Lynsey with a solo musician to perform during the ceremony. Afterward, enjoy a sunset cocktail cruise, which includes a selection of hors d'oeuvres and an open bar.

To view all the services and venues for U.S. Virgin Islands weddings at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas, visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/StThomas/Events/Default.htm.

* Terms and conditions apply. View full package details online including cost. Optional add-ons available for a fee.

About The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Maryland, currently operates 77 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR - News).

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