There is no question, weddings on the water can provide the ultimate romantic setting. Imaging saying “I do” under a palm tree on a secluded Caribbean island, or having the ship’s captain marry you in the middle of the ocean. Cruise ship weddings are typically small, which means you don t have to worry about who is going to drive your great-grandmother to the occasion, or deal with second cousins you don’t really want attending.
However, when planning Caribbean Cruise Weddings, there are some logistical challenges that you don’t experience with a land-based affair. You have to figure out how to acquire the wedding license, where you have to go and if you are going to invite all the family for this romantic, get-away wedding.
Some things to consider prior to setting sail for your wedding cruise are highlighted here.
Does the Cruise offer Full Service Weddings?
In most cases, if a cruise line offers weddings, chances are they offer all the trimmings to go along with it. This includes location, flowers, photographer, catering, cake, music and more. Chances are you can also customize the Wedding Package to meet your particular wedding needs.
You May Incur Additional Charges for Certain Times of Year
There are a number of cruise lines that will charge you additional surcharges for certain times of the year. Additionally, most of the cruise lines have dedicated event coordinators, which means you will be in line with anyone else who is planning an event while onboard.
Do You want the Marriage Performed by the Captain?
There are only certain cruise lines that offer marriage at sea by the boat’s captain, so if this is something you want, you need to ensure it is available ahead of time. This is mainly due to the legal limitations that are based on where the ship is registered.
Are Private Islands Offered?
There are a number of cruise lines that have designated private islands for ceremonies. This can be extremely romantic in some situations, but be sure there are no additional legal requirements before you depart.
There is no question that a cruise wedding can be extremely romantic. However, it is important to ensure you know all the requirements ahead of time. This will help you have all details handled and that your wedding at sea will be everything you ever imagined.
