An Island Wedding During Hurricane Season? Yes!

So, you've always dreamed of an island wedding... but you want to tie the knot between June and November--during prime hurricane season. It's time to think outside the Caribbean! Hastings House Country Estate on Canada's Salt Spring Island offers an all-inclusive wedding package priced at $4,025 for two that includes:

• transportation to and from the seaplane dock or ferry terminal on Salt Spring Island
• accommodations in a deluxe suite for three nights
• a basket of fruit and treats from the Hastings House kitchen
• daily morning wake-up hamper, breakfast and afternoon tea
• a three-course dinner in the Dining Room of the Manor House
• a six-course dinner in the Dining Room or on the Verandah
• a three-course fireside dinner in the newlyweds' suite
• marriage license and commissioner (similar to a justice of the peace)
• transportation to and from the government office to obtain your marriage license
• champagne and cake, served in a location of your choice
• a floral bouquet, boutonniere and table arrangement
• a copy of Hastings House Country Estate, a keepsake book.

The package can be expanded to include guests. Up to 48 people can be accommodated in the hotel's guest suites. For more information, call (250) 537-2362.