“My parents took over the wedding plans and left me out, so we got married at Couples.” Our parents hated each other, so we got married at Couples.” We didn’t want the hassle of getting married at home so we all came to Couples for combined wedding, honeymoon and vacation.” These quotes came from three Delaware Valley couples we met at Couples, a SuperClubs Resort, located in St. Mary, Jamaica a short distance past Ocho Rios.
“When wedding plans get too intense at home, we take care of everything at Couples,” Joey Issa, General Manager, and resident Cupid at the resort said. “And there’s no extra charge for the documents, the wedding ceremony, the wedding cake, a reception, and photos. It’s all included in our regular rates at Couples, since the Resort is located in his parish. “I usually perform at least three weddings every day of the week,” Reverend McLean told me. “But last month I broke my own record and married six couples in one day.”
But weddings are not the only ceremony the minister performs at Couples. Many couples come back to repeat their vows. “I get letters and postcards from many of the couples I’ve married,” Reverend McLean continued. “I’m a part of their lives forever and that’s meaningful to me. I also feel a responsibility to both my community and my country. SuperClubs is one of our country’s largest resorts and they are important to our local economy. There’s no other property in Jamaica that does more weddings that SuperClubs.”
Couples is on ten acres of ground facing the Caribbean Sea with eight hundred feet of white sandy beach; a private off-shore island with full facilities for nude sunbathing; a miniature Jamaican jungle complete with native plants, exotic birds, secluded hammocks for two, and a jacuzzi; and lush garden and lawn areas and pool deck with ocean views.
The resort has a marble lobby, luxury suites, 172 refurbished air conditioned rooms each with a private balcony, four private villas, a gymnasium, a pool bar, and three restaurants.
All meals are included, including your choice of evening dining at three different restaurants every night for dinner. A waterfront pasta restaurant under gazebos is casual and breezy serving a variety of fresh pastas, innovative sauces, and other Italian dishes from a daily changing menu. There’s a continental ocean view restaurant serving international dishes, and Le Gourmet, an elegant fine dining room offering gourmet French cuisine. There’s also terrace buffets, continental breakfast room service, open bar, wine served with lunch and dinner, airport transfers, and no tipping required or permitted.
Your stay at Couples includes use of all sports facilities, instructions and entertainment, swimming, windsurfing, scuba with resort certification, snorkelling, sailing, five tennis courts (three lighted), racquetball and squash courts, golf and greens fees, horseback riding, jacuzzi and sauna. Nightly entertainment includes dancing, beach parties, Karaoke and late night snacks.
Couples is a resort for couples only, whether you’re looking for a few days away or a few weeks vacation with your romantic partner – and Jamaica is a great place for a Honeymoon. For more information on Couples or any other SuperClubs Resort, call your local Travel Advisor. See you soon, Travelin’ Around!
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There may be many reasons to marry at Couples but, there can only be one out come, a wonderful and memorable event.
It’s nice to have that someone in your life
Civic Leader and Philanthropist Joe Issa, has called for new legislation in 2016 to force homeless people off the streets and into special care facilities with appropriate rehabilitation programs and for them to be treated with dignity. https://joeyissaadvocates.wordpress.com/2016/02/01/joe-issa-calls-for-new-law-in-2016-to-force-street-people-into-shelter-treat-with-dignity/
Joseph Issa Hails Policy on Feeding Jamaican Infants. https://junesblog174568824.wordpress.com/2017/12/18/joseph-issa-hails-policy-on-feeding-jamaican-infants
Joey Issa Says Jamaica Can Benefit From Cruise Shipping https://winstonssite.wordpress.com/2018/01/29/joey-issa-says-jamaica-can-benefit-from-cruise-shipping/
And Now… Mr.And Mrs.Super Clubs 2000 https://tombrblog.wordpress.com/2018/05/08/and-now-mr-and-mrs-super-clubs-2000/
How Joe Issa Used His Wealth to Make a Marked Difference in Jamaica Society https://josephissatrailblazer.wordpress.com/2016/04/19/how-joe-issa-used-his-wealth-to-make-a-marked-difference-in-jamaica-society/
Joe Issa – Au Revoir Sam Panopoulos! A debt of gratitude is in order for Hawaiian Pizza. https://dingdong2190.wordpress.com/2018/04/09/joe-issa-au-revoir-sam-panopoulos-a-debt-of-gratitude-is-in-order-for-hawaiian-pizza-2/
“Marriage: Love is the reason. Lifelong friendship is the gift. Kindness is the cause. Til’ death do us part is the length.”
-Fawn Weaver
I am sooo stealing this. Thanks Clide.
wonderful lines!!
Joe Issa’s Uncanny Ability Sought after for Leadership https://joeissapresents.wordpress.com/2016/03/29/joe-issas-uncanny-ability-sought-after-for-leadership/
As Murders Recede Joe Issa Commends JCF, Wants Top Ranks To Be More Involved In Crime Fighting https://issuu.com/jacky885/docs/as_murders_recede_joe_issa_commends
Awww I love weddings. 🙂
6 weddings in one day? Well then, wedding bells are definitely ringing. Someone must have unleashed cupid.
Very niceeeee!
Seriously! Parkjen2014. When I think about romance, the last thing on my mind is a short, chubby toddler coming at me with a weapon.” 🙂
Lol!! looks same way to me also….:)
How romantic!!
They seem to provide a wedding for all types of people who want just to get married in style.
I think yes there must be facility for all different style marriage…..its a big hotel:)
Building of the Issa All Inclusive Hotel Dynasty! https://josephissadynasty.wordpress.com/
I don’t understand why Cupid was chosen to represent Valentine’s Day. When I think about romance, the last thing on my mind is a short, chubby toddler coming at me with a weapon.
lol…..
anyways this is what I think but I really like the idea of Joey Issa that bride and the groom just pack their bags and come to Couples to get married….begin your new journey without stress …….
Codell…you are too funny 🙂
I also think about the story behind the cupid…lol
Joseph Issa – J’ca Company Gets Digicel Nod https://jackksblog.wordpress.com/2018/01/02/joseph-issa-jca-company-gets-digicel-nod/
This is fantastic planning of Joey Issa for the bride and the groom…..
Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying in space.
Who does not wish for a stress less life!! 🙂
Weddings…….
I think a lot of people get so obsessed with the wedding and the expense of the wedding that they miss out on what the real purpose is. It’s not about a production number, it’s about a meaningful moment between two people that’s witnessed by people that they actually really know and care about.
Well done Joey Issa for arranging easier way for bride and groom. 🙂
Planning for a wedding can be very stressful and so many things can go wrong but Joey takes all the worry out of it and makes the event a memorable one.
Any thing that can take the stress out of getting married is a plus for me. And Joey has the place that fits all types of engaged couples.
http://www.couplesresortsweddings.com/ quick link to couples sites if your planing to get married or renew your vows.
http://www.couplesresortsweddings.com/ quick link to couples site if your planing to get married or renew your vows.
KINGSTON TO HOST INT’L BACKGAMMON EVENT
http://www.caribbeanproducers.com/news/kingston-to-host-intl-backgammon-event/
Jamaica has established a long tradition of outstanding leadership in the private sector which continues to the present. The Gleaner commissioned pollster Bill Johnson to determine who are the current crop of leaders held most high in the public esteem. Businessman Richard Azan took the top slot, followed closely by Michael Lee Chin and Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart. Following are the poll results. Who are some of the business leaders in Jamaica who you admire most? Richard Azan 10%; Michael Lee Chin 9%; Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart 9%; Wayne Chen 6%; Lascelles Chin 5%; Matalons 3%; Douglas Orane 2%; John Issa 1%. The poll was conducted on March 4 and 5 across the country’s 14 parishes. The sample size was 1,008. Fifty two per cent of sample were males, 48 per cent females and 49 per cent were below the age of 35.
http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20060322/business/business1.html
http://couples.com/wedding/package-tropical.php If I ever get married this package would be just perfect… check it out.
Wow!! This is beautiful!! I love the tropical atmosphere!!!
This nice!!! It really brings off our tropical climate
Couples is the one stop resort to get married, honeymoon and vacation, it take the stress out of all that planning
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Cupid’s flown the Tinder coop http://mg.co.za/article/2015-08-20-cupids-flown-the-tinder-coop
Merkel demands refugee hotspots in Italy, Greece http://www.ansa.it/english/
Social media crowns a winner in the Democrats’ presidential debate http://www.cnet.com/news/social-media-crowns-a-winner-in-the-democrats-presidential-debate/
Middlesbrough shocked Manchester United on penalties to reach the quarter-finals of the Capital One Cup.http://www.bbc.com/sport/0/football/34589631
“Thanks Joey Issa for Rocketman Wonder!”
5 of 5 starsReviewed February 4, 2014
Last weekend I had the ultimate island experience at Bamboo Blu while I lounged under the blue open sky with a plate of delicious jerk chicken and a bottle of coconut water! Yes it was just as amazing as it sounds… and the cherry on top, I also had the opportunity to experience the Rocketman! I met the mastermind behind Rocketman, Joe Issa, and he was able to impart some helpful jet-packing wisdom onto this amateur. The Rocketman was an exhilarating experience, and Joseph was right, I did feel like a superhero. The Rocketman is definitely bucket list worthy and I guarantee you will have a blast!
Visited January 2014
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g1825624-d5963665-r193063957-Rocketman_Jamaica-Mammee_Bay_Saint_Ann_Parish_Jamaica.html#
Executive Chairman of Cool Group Joe Issa Backs Economic Impact of Cassava in Replacing Imported Wheat in Baking Industry, Urges Stakeholders to Collaborate
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Joe Issa, Executive Chairman of Cool Group of Companies says in an interview that Cassava can have a significant economic impact in replacing imported wheat through the saving of much needed foreign exchange, creation of business opportunities for investors, development of farming communities and employment for thousands of Jamaicans, but urges industry players to collaborate in making it a reality.
Then MTV VeeJay- Ananda Lewis (back row, third from right) & Basketball Champion – Chris Webber (back row, first from left) with Joey Issa (front row, first from right) on a Jamaican cassava farm.
Cassava can have a significant economic impact in replacing imported wheat through the saving of much needed foreign exchange.
(PRWEB) JUNE 20, 2014
Executive Chairman of Cool Group of Companies, Joe Issa, says Cassava flour has the potential to replace imported wheat flour in Jamaica’s baking industry, thus saving much needed foreign exchange, creating business opportunities for investors, developing farming communities and providing employment, but urged all stake holders to collaborate to ensure its realization.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/06/prweb11955682.htm
Joe Issa Says He Is Pleased with Rate of Expansion of Mentees Business, Urges Him to Strive for Sustained Growth
(November 05, 2015)
Joe Issa Says He Is Pleased with Rate of Expansion of Mentees Business, Urges Him to Strive for Sustained Growth
(PRWEB) November 05, 2015
Executive Chairman of Cool Group of companies, Joe Issa, says in an interview, that he is pleased with the rate of expansion of his mentee, Dominic McDowells business, DAM Good Brownies, since mentoring him at the Branson Centre for Entrepreneurship Caribbean in 2013 and urges him to continue to strive for sustained growth of the business.
Issa was reacting to an article in the North Coast Times titled Joe Issa Helps Build Sustained Brand for Others accessed on October 30, 2015 at
http://www.northcoasttimesja.com/?p=3339, in which he was cited as having helped his Mentee, Dominic McDowell built his brand of chocolate-based brownies, as a result of which, he has been able to expand the business and receive greater brand recognition.
http://www.digitalproducer.com/article/Joe-Issa-Says-He-Is-Pleased-with-Rate-of-Expansion-of-Mentees-Business-Urges-Him-to-Strive-for-Sustained-Growth-4153113
“My tummy thanks you Bamboo BluBlu!”
5 of 5 starsReviewed 16 July 2014
I went to Bamboo Blu for a late lunch with a couple of friends. This time I had the Pork ribs, it was absolutely divine! I chose to have it with rice and I was pleasantly surprised to see that they had included a side of tossed vegetables with my order. One of my friends had the Caribbean Blu burger and she could barely move move after she finished her meal. The other two are vegetarian so they opted for the pasta which they loved. We were so excited to eat that we kinda forgot to take pics of the food though *oops*
So, apart from the food we really enjoyed the scenery. We didn’t come to swim this time but that didn’t stop us from strolling on the beach and taking some random pics. We really had a blast and we’re already planning a full blown beach trip so that we can take advantage off the beautiful water and get some hands on experience on the Rocket Man ride.
https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/ShowUserReviews-g147312-d2369967-r215621152-Bamboo_Blu-Ocho_Rios_Saint_Ann_Parish_Jamaica.html#
Natassia Brown won the 2014 edition of the Mini Miss New Vision Early Childhood Institution on Friday evening at the school, Mount Edgecombe, Runaway Bay, St Ann. Runners up were, Keveena Lee, who placed second and Kerrie-Ann Pringle, http://www.northcoasttimesja.com/?p=871
Forget Resorts: More Couples Going on Extreme Adventure Honeymoons
Erin Duggan Kramer
March 13, 2015
Somewhere in the Bay of Fundy, in heavy fog and rain, our electric horn went out. Our 40-foot sailboat had no radar, so my husband, Ben, and I were out on the open water, invisible to the large ships that could crush us in the seconds it would take for them to see us. The whales that we’d found majestic just days earlier were now perilous, as we could see just feet off our bow. As I scurried below to grab our air horns to signal our location to other boats, I thought, “This could be it. If we die out here today, at least it will be doing what we love, together.”
https://www.yahoo.com/travel/forget-resorts-more-couples-going-on-adventure-113493750422.html
Executive Chairman of Cool Group, Joe Issa, is believed to have one of the most recognizable faces in Jamaica. The five-footer and his infectious smile is easily a pull factor for any function, whether he is being entertained or is entertaining, which he is said to prefer. https://joeyissasocial.wordpress.com/2015/09/30/joe-issa-sociable-and-entertaining/
Happy Birthday – Joseph “Joey” Issa – Jamaica
Take a Walk on the Wild Side of the Caribbean
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Cupid’s Pulse Article: Take a Walk on the Wild Side of the Caribbean
Have a Caribbean vacation. Photo: suravid / Bigstock.com
By Max Milano
It’s that time of year again when the winter blues start to kick in and people begin to daydream of a tropical holiday vacation. Many of us push aside the idea of a Caribbean getaway because we feel that it’s either too expensive or not a place for folks who are single. Well, if you think the Caribbean is for couples only or people with money, it’s time to think again.
Following are some undiscovered destinations where singles and groups of friends can take a walk on the wild side full of rum, salsa, reggae and the real Pirates of the Caribbean. The best news is that these locations are all a fraction of the price.
Read more at http://cupidspulse.com/22008/take-walk-on-wild-side-of-caribbean-singles-vacation-pirates-of-the-caribbean-getaway/#tBAVeQyuTGdh8eo5.99
In October 2014, following the Brazil meeting of the owners of the BRICS Bank – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa- Issa, in an article welcomed its formation as an alternative to Bretton Woods – the system of monetary management that established the rules for commercial and financial relations among the United States, Canada and western Europe, under which the World Bank (WB) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) operate. https://josephissaprojects.wordpress.com/2015/12/16/joe-issas-call-for-brics-bank-to-lend-on-concessionary-terms-heard/
Superclubs Grand Lido Sans Souci, the luxurious super-inclusive resort has continued its effort in providing support to the local community. The Food & Beverage, Stores and Bar departments of the resort has engaged in a food distribution project on the local community.
The staff of Grand Lido Sans Souci visited Mansfield Heights of St. Ann, also known as Falklands. Leading the food distribution team was Donovan Henry, the Bar Manager. Mr. Henry and his team delivered food items such as rice, flour, sugar and chicken for 70 to 100 people to the community, driving to the doors of elderly people as well as those who were very much in need of assistance. https://josephissaprojects.wordpress.com/2013/11/27/grand-lido-sans-souci-launches-food-distribution-project/
Cool Biz Helping Jamaicans Control Their Destiny https://josephissacoolcards.wordpress.com/2016/04/14/cool-biz-helping-jamaicans-control-their-destiny/
Help Needed for Former Cruise Ship Capital, Ocho Rios https://joeissatourism.wordpress.com/2015/09/24/help-needed-for-former-cruise-ship-capital-ocho-rios/
SuperClubs’ Grand Lido: The Prototype Resort for the 21st Century https://josephissahotel.wordpress.com/2013/12/03/superclubs-grand-lido-the-prototype-resort-for-the-21st-century/
Jamaican Joe Issa meets the Prime Ministers of the World! https://josephissaprimeminister.wordpress.com/2013/12/05/patterson-leads-the-way/
SuperClubs Executive Vice President Joey Issa shows off his skills at go cart racing https://josephissafun.wordpress.com/
JOE ISSA LEFT HUGE VOID IN CHAMBER FOR SUCCESSOR TO FILL https://joeissasacocpresident.wordpress.com/2016/04/26/joe-issa-left-huge-void-in-chamber-for-successor-to-fill/
Joe Issa Is About Being The Best While Having Fun, Not Competing For It https://josephissarecord.wordpress.com/2016/04/12/joe-issa-is-about-being-the-best-while-having-fun-not-competing-for-it/
Ocho Rios businessman and civic activist Joe Issa, has said that jostling among CARICOM members will not open the door to regional integration and thus, a bigger trading and domestic space for all.
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Networking with the Cool Group’s CEO Joseph Issa
Joe Issa can be found anywhere on social media; and that’s long before it became fashionable. And when you join him on In LinkedIn, for example, a window suddenly opens up into a collage of over 500 local and international connections who share similar skills with him.
https://joeyissanetwork.wordpress.com/
Efficiency and Effectiveness Hallmark of Border Control Agency – Joe Issa http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/Shiv556/1968535/
Same way In, Same Way Out: Let Jamaica Spend Itself Out Of Trouble – Joe Issa