A 7,000-ACRE CARIBBEAN playground on the Dominican Republic’s southeastern coast, Casa de Campo is heaven on earth for couples in search of romance, natural beauty and exotic island culture. The resort, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World and one of the Caribbean’s top golf destinations, rests on a pristine stretch of private beach framed by thriving vegetation and turquoise surf.

Guests stay in one of 165 spacious guestrooms and suites featuring mahogany wood and coralina stone accents. The 50 luxurious, multi-bedroom villas come with such special amenities as private pools, kitchens and lavish entertainment areas.

The resort’s restaurants offer a variety of dining experiences, while the Cygalle Healing Spa takes the pampering one step further. Still, the most striking feature here is perhaps Altos de Chavon, an artist’s colony built to resemble a medieval stone village, with working studios, museums, restaurants and an amphitheater for concerts.

Many bridal couples say forever in Altos de Chavon’s St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, overlooking the Chavon river and valley. Others marry on the beach with the Caribbean Sea as a backdrop. While the resort’s wedding specialist oversees the nuptial details, couples can relax and enjoy the magic surroundings.