If you’ve been here awhile, you know how obsessed I am with Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in the Bahamas. Team STG member Sam couldn’t stop raving about her epic weekend visit, and I just love the fact that there’s now a luxury hotel in one of the most gorgeous spots in the Caribbean that’s SO perfect for Jewish weddings.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is the only luxury hotel in the Caribbean offering in-house kosher catering for your big day, kosher wedding specialists on hand to help you every step of the way, on-site kosher restaurants, and even the option to cater a kosher Shabbat dinner for your guests before or after the main event. And that’s before we even get to the pristine white sands, crystal-clear water, blue skies, and flamingos (more about that later).
I’m absolutely thrilled to offer you a chance to win three nights’ stay for two at the Caribbean’s hottest Jewish wedding destination, so you can experience it all for yourself!
The dreamiest destination in the Caribbean
Surrounded by gorgeous beaches, tranquil water, and warm sun, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is the perfect setting for a stunning wedding weekend where you and your loved ones can get away from it all to celebrate the big day distraction-free. And it’s just a few hours’ flight from the East Coast of the US, with nonstop flights available from many US cities.
It’s a truly epic destination for an unforgettable Jewish wedding in tropical paradise, and I’m so excited that we’ve teamed up with Grand Hyatt Baha Mar to offer one lucky couple (you can be single with a plus one, engaged or married to enter) a chance to experience the luxuries of the hotel, including:
- A three-night stay in a standard king room
- A $200 gift certificate for one dinner at Cinko Asian Latino Grill, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s kosher restaurant
- Site tour available upon request
- Total value = $2600
A Jewish Wedding at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is a truly one-of-a-kind venue for a Jewish wedding. There’s no place else in this kind of lush Caribbean setting that makes it SO easy to throw a kosher wedding.
Grand Hyatt Bahar Mar perfectly combines local color (literally – you can even have the hotel’s friendly flock of pink flamingos join you for a meet and greet during your cocktail hour!) with classic luxury, incorporating the culture and spirit of the Bahamas while attending to all the nuances that make Jewish weddings special.
When you (and your guests!) need a little downtime, you can take advantage of the resort’s eight exquisite pools, get cozy in a private poolside cabana, or enjoy spa treatments at the 30,000-square-foot ESPA at Baha Mar – and for those seeking more active pursuits, there’s golf, water sports, a luxe beachfront waterpark, cooking classes, and so much more.
Spectacular Service every step of the way
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s kosher wedding specialist handles all the details to elevate your wedding, from helping you build Jewish and cultural traditions into your day to private Shabbat dinners overlooking the ocean.
You’ll receive a full range of unparalleled services to help you personalize your Jewish wedding your way, and you’ll have help with all the details that will elevate your day, from helping you select decor and vendors to delivering gift bags and late-night snacks.
The Perfect Spaces for Your Jewish Wedding
With flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s got the perfect backdrop to suit your vision for your big day – whether it’s a tranquil beach setting, a ceremony in the waterside terraces, or an intimate poolside affair. Grand Hyatt Baha Mar has spaces for all of your wedding celebrations, from private yichud rooms to spaces for the groom’s tisch, and they can accommodate gatherings from the most intimate to the grandest.
Exquisite Shabbat Dinners & Goodbye Brunches
One of the most special things about whisking your loved ones off to Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is the opportunity to craft a truly immersive wedding experience that goes beyond the day itself. And there’s no place better than one of Baha Mar’s elegant ocean view terraces or elegant dining rooms for a beautiful private Shabbat dinner or goodbye brunch for your guests.
Sam of Team STG was blown away by her experience of Shabbat dinner at Baha Mar’s Cinko, from the candle lighting setup and hand washing station, to the beautiful Shabbat table with challah and wine – the team is so attuned to not only what’s required but also to creating a beautiful atmosphere.
Unbeatable Kosher Catering at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
Of course, one of the best things about Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is their unprecedented kosher dining options. It’s truly incredible to see a luxury property offering the range and quality of kosher options you can experience at Baha Mar.
In addition to a fully glatt kosher banquet kitchen to prepare a delectable menu for your wedding, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar is home to two sublime kosher eateries – including a kosher food truck!
Cinkō, Baha Mar’s sit down meat restaurant, pairs the rich culinary diversity of Latin cuisine with bold Asian flavors – think Korean BBQ Tacos, Ceviche Nikkei, and Dry-aged Ribeye a la Parilla. In the words of Team STG’s own Sam, “each dish is so unique and delicious that you could have a new item on the menu for every meal in a week and still not run out of tasty options to try.”
Then there’s Knosh, Baha Mar’s kosher dairy food truck. The first dining venue at Baha Mar featuring a fully vegetarian and pescatarian menu, Knosh’s menu includes vegetarian and pescatarian flatbreads, bowls, sandwiches, patties and a variety of savory cheese fry creations.
There are also pre-packaged kosher options at the hotel’s French-themed cafe Madeline if you’re looking for something to take with you to lounge by the pool.
Both Cinkō and Knosh are kosher certified under the strict supervision of Chabad of The Bahamas – and they’re also incredibly accommodating to special dietary needs, as Sam can attest!
Seven Reasons Why We Love Grand Hyatt Baha Mar for Your Jewish Wedding
♥Full glatt kosher banquet kitchen
♥Kosher dairy food truck, Knosh, on property
♥Kosher meat restaurant, Cinkō Asian Latino Grill, on property
♥Private Shabbat dinners available for your guests
♥Private spaces available for ketubah signing, tisch, aufruf, and more
♥Designated kosher wedding specialist to guide you every step of the way as you plan the day of your dreams
♥Kosher certified under the strict supervision of Chabad of The Bahamas
For the full story about weddings at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, email kosherevents@hyatt.com or call 242-788-7339.
THE COMPETITION – WIN A LUXURY THREE-NIGHT STAY FOR TWO AT GRAND HYATT BAHA MAR
Have I sold you on Grand Hyatt Baha Mar yet? Great — because now you can win your very own three-night Grand Hyatt Baha Mar getaway. The competition is open to Smashing the Glass readers across the globe, whether you’re already married, engaged or just dreaming of the future.
ONE LUCKY COUPLE WILL WIN:
- A three-night stay in a standard king room
- A $200 gift certificate for one dinner at Cinko Asian Latino Grill, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s kosher restaurant
- Site tour available upon request
- Total value = $2600
HOW TO ENTER:
To be entered to win the prize above, simply complete the following three steps.
- Follow @SmashingTheGlass and @grandhyattbahamar on Instagram.
- Share this Facebook post.
- Come back and fill out the form below, which includes answering the question “What is the square footage of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s largest event space?” (CLUE: you can find the answer on Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s special events page)
The closing date for entries is Tuesday 13 February 2024 at 11.59pm. Best of luck!
FILL IN THE FORM BELOW TO COMPLETE YOUR ENTRY
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- The promoter is Smashing The Glass, company registration number: 7627876, in association with Grand Hyatt Baha Mar..
- The prize is for 2 people and includes a three-night stay at Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in a standard king room; $200 gift certificate for one dinner at Cinko Asian Latino Grill, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar’s kosher restaurant; and site tour available upon request.
- The contest is open to all readers of Smashing The Glass, wherever you are in the world. However, the winner is responsible for making their own way to and from Grand Hyatt Baha Mar.
- Employees of Smashing The Glass or Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, their family members or anyone else connected in any way with the competition or helping to set up the competition shall not be permitted to enter the competition.
- You do not need to be getting married to enter this competition.
- The overnight stay is subject to availability and certain black-out dates may apply. The stay must be booked a minimum of two weeks in advance.
- The prize is non-transferable and cannot be substituted with a cash alternative.
- Competition entries must be received by 11.59pm on 13 February 2024. The winner will be picked at random and will be contacted by email within 28 days of the closing date.
- The winner must claim the prize by 15 November 2024.
- Only one entry per person.
- There is no entry fee and no purchase necessary to enter this competition.
- Smashing The Glass & Grand Hyatt Baha Mar reserve the right to cancel the competition.
- Smashing The Glass & Grand Hyatt Baha Mar are not responsible for inaccurate prize details supplied to any entrant by any third party connected with this competition.
- The winner will be notified by email and/or letter within 28 days of the closing date. If the winner cannot be contacted or does not claim the prize within 14 days of notification, we reserve the right to withdraw the prize from the winner and pick a replacement winner.
- The competition and these terms and conditions will be governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England.
- The winner agrees to the use of his/her name and image in any publicity material. Any personal data relating to the winner or any other entrants will be used solely in accordance with current UK data protection legislation and will not be disclosed to a third party without the entrant’s prior consent.
- By providing your email address and entering this competition you agree to receive relevant email communications from Smashing the Glass and Gran Hyatt Baha Mar including news, events, offers and competitions. You may unsubscribe at any time.
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- You are providing your information to Smashing the Glass and Grand Hyatt Baha Mar and not to any other party.
- By entering this competition, an entrant is indicating his/her agreement to be bound by these terms and conditions.
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