Wedding in Paradise

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. That’s why Travel Network will help you to select the resorts that offer everything you’re looking for in a destination wedding.  We work with professional wedding coordinators that take the stress out of planning, select an incredible setting for your ceremony, whether indoors or barefoot on the beach, and the most romantic honeymoon you could ever imagine!

Our Destination Wedding Specialists who are devoted to making the planning process for your special day fun and stress-free. We will set up a reserved block of rooms for your group, and we will put you directly in touch with a wedding coordinator at your resort who will help you plan the wedding ceremony and reception.  Plus, we will help your guests with their air travel arrangements and airport transfers to match your wedding group. 

Feel free to give us a call if you are planning a Weddingmoon for the intimate two or a Destination Wedding up to 200 guests.

Many couples delight in the experience and ease of destination weddings! Resorts in the Caribbean, Mexico and Costa Rica have a host of coordinators that can help create the most magical of weddings, and best of all, many resorts offer FREE wedding packages! You'll find WEDDING REQUIREMENTS on the TRAVEL TIPS button located on the home page for each destination.   Palace Resorts $1500 Resort Credit - Use up to $1500 in Resort Credits on select Precious Collection Wedding Packages & Le Blanc Wedding Collection Packages when you book 5 nights or longer or $750 in Resort Credits when you stay 3 or 4 nights. At Palace Resorts and Le Blanc Spa Resort couples can enjoy a complimentary civil or symbolic wedding package which includes: Wedding ceremony location Justice of the Peace or minister White avant-garde chairs Bridal bouquet of roses or lilies Matching boutonniere for groom Wedding cake for guests Personal wedding planner Domestic champagne during ceremony Dinner reservations for the wedding party Breakfast in bed CD player available for ceremony Witnesses if required Blood analysis included for civil ceremony Free Honeymoon Package Package inclusions may vary by resort. Click on the resorts Wedding Tab for full details. A government/administrative fee of $300 will apply to all civil ceremonies. Wedding package must be reserved at least 7 days prior to arrival; package does not apply if requested onsite. Bride and groom must arrive at least 3 working days in advance. Complimentary Wedding package not available at Xpu-Ha Palace Wyndham Resort.

RIU Resorts Complimentary Wedding packages are available at the following RIU Resorts: Riu Guanacaste Hotel; Riu Negril; Riu Ocho Rios;Riu Montego Bay; Riu Palace Tropical Bay; Riu Palace Paradise Island; Riu Palace Punta Cana; Riu Palace Pacifico; Riu Palace Mexico; Riu Santa Fe. Package Includes: M.I.C.E. Manager to help plan the special day Decoration set up for the ceremony Bridal Bouquet Matching boutonniere for the groom Recorded music during the ceremony Witnesses if required 10% discount on all Spa treatments for the bride and groom. Semi private dinner for the couple and wedding guests at one of the specialty restaurants Wedding cake for the couple and 10 wedding guests or less Sparkling wine for the couple and 10 wedding guests during the main toast Special decoration in the room Package inclusions may vary by resort. Click on the resorts Wedding Tab for full details. Minister or Judge fees & documentation are not included. Minimum of 5 rooms and 80 percent of the total amount of the wedding guests must stay at the hotel where the wedding is performed. This package is valid from January 1st 2011 – December 31st, 2011. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Restrictions apply in the wedding package. Guests staying in other hotels must purchase a day pass.

El Dorado & Azul Hotels, by Karisma El Dorado Spa Resorts & Azul Hotels, by Karisma offer Brides & Grooms their dream weddings. Tie the knot in one of their spectacular venues including rooftop sky weddings, beach, garden and pier gazebos, and even beachfront chapels. They can accommodate any type of wedding, from small, intimate ceremonies, to large celebrations with friends and family. Their 'Free Sweet Wedding Package' is complimentary when booking 7 nights or longer in a qualifying room category* plus 15 additional room nights in any category for friends and/or family who will be attending the wedding. Package includes: Professional services of an onsite wedding coordinator Complimentary online bridal registry and wedding website Wedding guests’ concierge Bride’s personal in room wedding attendant on wedding day beginning 3 hours prior to ceremony Groom’s room on wedding day from 10am---4pm stocked with a selection of beverages and gourmet bites Justice of the Peace or non-denominational Minister Filing of all documents Mexican or symbolic wedding certificate Translation of ceremony Witnesses Romantic ocean front ceremony location Special aisle runner**, table with white linen, uncovered ceremony chairs Dinner reservations for wedding group (*restaurant and group size varies by hotel) Personalized menu card Amenities of the Gourmet Honeymoon & Anniversary Package Private romantic candle light dinner on the beach for the couple Chilled bottle of champagne delivered to room One night anniversary return stay voucher Complimentary use of WIFI 15% discount on spa services Romantically decorated suite with rose petals, aroma therapy and candles following dinner Fresh tropical floral arrangement in room Chef’s gourmet breakfast in bed morning after dinner Valid in USA. Reservations must be requested at least 30 days in advance.** Red carpet aisle runner provided at El Dorado Royale & El Dorado Seaside Suites, wooden plank aisle runner provided at Azul Sensatori. *Free Morning Wedding Packages available to wedding parties that do not meet the minimum requirements above.

The Jewel Dunns River Beach Resort & Spa Whether you prefer an intimate dinner or a big celebration, the Jewel's top-notch wedding team will fullfill the wishes of the bride and groom – if you can dream it; they will make it a reality. Complimentary Wedding Package includes: Personal wedding consultant Picturesque wedding/reception location Bouquet and boutonniere Marriage officer to perform the ceremony Witnesses – two are required Single-tiered wedding cake Hors d’oeuvres and sparkling wine* Certified Marriage Certificate Government & administrative fees Continental Breakfast in bed for bride & groom Wedding Dinner – One night during their stay, the couple will enjoy a specially prepared meal at Platinum Setting served by the wedding captain. Petal turndown service on the wedding night One 5x7 wedding photograph Wedding gift from The Jewel gift shop Document preparation Reception is for the bride, groom and two guests. A minimum purchase of six nights in a Diamond Ocean View Concierge category room package is required for free package. Guests not meeting the reservation requirements still qualify for the free wedding package with a 6-night stay, but must pay the licensing fees of $250.00. Price for stays of less than 7-nights is $600 (subject to change). In addition to the standard inclusions, the resort offers a number of add-on enhancement packages. Price does not include accommodations or transfers.

Couples Resorts Professional onsite wedding planners take the trouble and worry out of the entire planning process - so the bride-and-groom to-be can relax and enjoy! Complimentary Wedding Package includes: A personal wedding coordinator ½ hour "his & hers" massage A 2-tier wedding cake A bottle of sparkling wine The bridal bouquet and boutonniere The minister's fee A government processing, license and certificate fee of $200 is additional and mandatory. You are required to be on property at least two (2) full business days in advance in order to finalize wedding arrangements and apply for a marriage license. The following documents will need to be received by the wedding department in Florida at least 30 days prior to the wedding. (1) Notarized copies of your birth certificate AND passport or driver's license OR a copy of your passport. (2) Notarized proof of divorce, or notarized copy of death certificate for widow must be included where applicable.   Blue Waters, Antigua Blue Waters will provide everything you need for a perfect wedding — including a spectacular Caribbean location at the exotically dressed wedding gazebo on a point jutting out into the water. The hotel has a strict policy of limiting the number of weddings that take place at the resort to ensure that your celebration is truly spectacular and one of a kind. Complimentary Wedding Packages Include: Deluxe beachfront room upgrade Wedding coordinator Decorated gazebo Bouquet and boutonniere French champagne, wedding cake and wedding breakfast on your patio or balcony with 2nd bottle of French champagne Applicable registration, legal and marriage officers fees Valid for stays of 7 nights or more.

**  All information and promotions may change day by day.  Please verify details directly with the hotel websites.

Mexico Marriage Requirements

In order to be legally married in Mexico, there are a few requirements you need to meet.
(For symbolic ceremonies the following list is not applicable. It applies only to legal marriages.)

• Bride, Groom & Witnesses must arrive in Cancún 4 working days prior to the wedding day (Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays do not count). Symbolic and non-legal ceremonies allow flexibility for arrival date. Please speak with the wedding coordinator to discuss requirements.
• Valid Passports of the Bride, Groom and 4 witnesses (This is essential, otherwise the wedding cannot be performed) Please bring these documents when you meet the wedding coordinator.
• Tourist Card (you will get one upon arrival to the Cancún airport). Make sure your name is written as it appears on your passport.
• If either the bride or groom is divorced, original Birth Certificates are required with the originating country’s Registry Stamp (Le Apostille). This document should be translated into Spanish. The cost is $50 USD + 16% tax per birth certificate.
• Blood tests, performed in México. Test are not valid if performed elsewhere and should not be performed more than 14 days prior to the ceremony. The blood will be tested for HIV, RPR (sexually transmitted diseases) and blood type. The results will be ready in 24 hours and will be provided with a certificate of the blood test. The charge is $250 USD + 16% tax per couple, to be paid directly to the doctor in cash the day the test is performed.
• Witness Information. The names, addresses, nationalities, ages, occupation, relationship, copies of tourist cards and valid identification of the four witnesses. The Wedding Coordinator will provide the legal form to fill out. The wedding couple and the witnesses must present each passport to the jugdge on the wedding date. The jusge will verify.
• Consider the fee for the Judge’s transportation. The Judge usually performs the civil ceremony at their office, but will oblige to come to the resort if the transportation is provided. The round trip fare from the city is $50 USD. This should be paid directly to the Judge on the wedding day or can be arranged in advance through the wedding coordinator. There is a $200 USD fee for the judges transportation on Sundays.
• The Marriage Certificate is only valid in Mexico. In order to make it legal internationally, the Wedding Coordinator will send a copy of your License to the Validation Process. The Marriage license will have to be translated from Spanish to English after being Apostilled. The fee will be $300 USD + 16% tax. The process will take up to 2-3 months. Once the document is apostilled, the resort will send all documentation to couples home address.

Jamaica Marriage Requirements

In order to get legally married in Jamaica, there are a few requirements you need. Even though by law the wedding couple only needs to be here 24 hours in advance, we would advise you to come at least 3 days in advance to meet with the wedding coordinator and Marriage officer and go through the final details regarding the wedding. Symbolic and non-legal ceremonies allow flexibility for arrival date. Please speak with the wedding coordinator to discuss requirements.

The following original documents are required to be sent via courier to the Wedding Coordinator at least eight weeks prior to the couple's arrival to the hotel:

• Proof of citizenship – certified copy of birth certificate, which includes father's name.
• Notarized copies of Bride and Groom's official ID (Passports).
• Proof of divorce if applicable (original certificate of divorce).
• Notarized copy of death certificate for widow or widower.
• Occupation of both candidates.
• Occupation and full names of both sets of parents.
• Parent's written consent if under 18 years of age.
• After ceremony, the couple will receive a copy of the Marriage Register that the Officer will take to the Registrar General in Montego Bay in order to obtain your Official Certificate. This process takes approximately 3 months and the wedding coordinator will mail the documents to you as soon as they receive it from the Registrar's Office.
• The wedding coordinators  are not responsible for those documents sent via Postal or Currier Services and not received by the Wedding Coordinator.
• After signing the Marriage Registrar forms, the Minister sends the documents signed by the couple to the Registrar General Department (Government Agency that processes marriage certificates) ; on average the processing of the paperwork takes approximately 3 months ,please note that the wedding coordinator is not responsible for any delay in the processing of the marriage certificates.

Symbolic Ceremonies: In Jamaica, symbolic ceremonies are considered a non-legal option. Due to Government law, wedding couples MUST be legally married in their country prior to having a symbolic ceremony in Jamaica. The bride and groom must present their wedding certificate as proof of marriage for a symbolic ceremony.

Dominican Republic Marriage Requirements

Documentation required by the Dominican Law in order to get married in the Dominican Republic. The following are all the documentation required by Dominican Law in order to get married in the Dominican Republic.

Requirements:

• Birth Certificate of Bride and Groom or certified copy of Birth certificate. If parents' names are not shown on the certificates, please indicate them separately.
• Notarized Declaration of Single status for the Bride and Groom. If previously married, submit two copies of the Divorce Decree or Death Certificate. There is a mandatory waiting period for women, 10 months before they are legally allowed to remarry.
• A photocopy of Bride and Groom's Passport (or documents used to enter the DR).
• Photocopies of all Witnesses Passports. Cannot be family members. If necessary, resort will provide witnesses.
• Bride & Groom must be in the country 3 business days prior to the wedding.

All documents must be translated and legalized by the Dominican Consulate prior to arriving in the Dominican Republic, except for the Passports. The documents should be legalized by the Dominican Consulate no more than 3 months prior to the wedding date. It is the couple's responsibility to have all the documentation ready prior to the wedding. The Judge is an outside service provided by the Dominican Government. We cannot be held responsible for any delay or alteration. The Judge will duly register your Wedding Certificate at the Central Civil Board and legalize it with the Foreign Affairs Department of the Dominican Republic. We will then send the Wedding Certificate to the couple via mail which may take up to 10-12 weeks.

The Civil Wedding is celebrated in Spanish. If necessary, Dreams Punta Cana will provide English, French or German translators without an additional charge.