Weddings
Weddings necessary documentation, you can in dulge yourselves with an unforgettable wedding in paradise. All civil ceremonies on Aruba start at the historic and pretty sea-green and white-trimmed Civic Town House in Oranjestad. This short and sim ple ceremony is part of what makes an Aruban wedding unique. From there, you can arrange for a romantic blessing cere mony that is more symbolic than official, and then a reception wherever you like. So whether you envision a casual toes-in-the-sand event at sunset or a tra ditional fairy-tale wedding in a church, chapel or synagogue, the possibilities are endless. An island wedding: what a won derful way to start a life together… K
Get Me to the Beach on Time! by Rosanna Mignacca What bride-to-be hasn’t fantasized about a storybook wedding? For some, a ceremony set on a tropical island beach, bathed in the glow of a magnificent Caribbean sunset is a dream come true.
Thanks to recent changes in the rules, those dreams are easier than ever to realize. Couples from around the world are choosing Aruba for their nuptials as weddings here are becoming just as pop ular as honeymoons. Imagine a lovely sunset cruise or a sunrise ceremony in the gardens of one of the island’s poshest resorts, or perhaps the most popular choice, on a sun-kissed beach! You can even rent a fancy villa or your own island! Whether you are imagining a private ce remony for just the two of you, a party with a small group of friends, or an elabo rate gala with a large guest list, you’ll find Arubans are friendly and eager to help. 62 Nights
Considering the legal requirements and the fact that you might be planning it all from afar, it’s a good idea to get in touch with an on-island wedding plan ner. Several of the resorts offer wedding packages; there are also a handful of inde pendent coordinators on the island. They can take care of all the arrangements, including, if you wish, a wedding gown for the bride, a tuxedo for the groom, photographer, limousine, flowers, a cake, and champagne. They’ll also find the per fect setting for your “I dos”. Couples can arrange to get married on Aruba with as little as 14 days’ notice. If you’re of legal age (18) and submit the Photo by Ralf Hettler
Top right photo by Olga Bogatyrenko. Middle photo by Kaycee Craig. Bottom photo by David Freund
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