The event will feature a roster of destination wedding experts, site visits to idyllic resorts, a picturesque sunset cruise and cocktail reception, and the opportunity for attendees to observe a sunset wedding.

The Saint Lucia Tourist Board has announced lodging specials offered exclusively to “Love, Elevated” Wedding Symposium attendees. The event, taking place from Sep. 24 – 28, will feature a roster of destination wedding experts. Noted speakers will address topics ranging from “Creating Bridal Bliss: what a Bride Expects from a Destination Wedding” to “How to Brand Yourself/How to Close the Sale.”

With a variety of savings ranging from discounts of up to 55 percent, to rates starting at US $75 per night, special offers include a complimentary dinner, free transportation to and from the wedding symposium, and all-inclusive options. Priced at US $150 per person, the five-day symposium includes all seminars, social events, site inspections and transportation from select hotels.

Guest speakers include Shri Lildharrie, Global Travel Director at XO Group; Jennifer Doncsecz, owner and President of VIP Vacations Inc.; Dawn Butcher, Customer Experience Manager at Kuoni Travel Group; Julie Albaugh, Editor of Wedding Market; and return speakers Marsha-Ann Brown of Sandals Resorts and Charles Oster, Director of Sales and Marketing for MyWedding.com.

Additionally, Saint Lucia’s Culinary Ambassador Nina Compton, first runner-up and fan favorite in the most recent “Top Chef New Orleans” series, will present a live cooking demonstration.

 The weekend also incorporates site visits to idyllic resorts and hotels around the island, a showcase of island wedding vendors, and the opportunity for attendees to observe a sunset wedding.

A picturesque sunset cruise and cocktail reception featuring views of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Pitons will round out weekend activities.

For a complete schedule and more information, visit http://stlucianow.com/loveelevated.