Couples Sans Souci

Celestial Wedding Package

From vibrant bridal bouquets to gourmet menus to thrilling live entertainment - Couples Resorts staff pay special attention to every detail to create an unforgettable occasion. Your dedicated wedding planner will make all the arrangements according to your specific instructions, leaving you free to enjoy the moment with your loved ones.

Catering to a variety of styles and budgets, Couples Resorts personalised wedding packages offer fabulous choices. Whether exchanging vows on the white sand beach or on your own private island, hosting intimate outdoor dinners or memorable receptions with sumptuous buffets, you will find everything you ever dreamed of at Couples Resorts.

Package Includes

• On Property Wedding Co-ordinator
• Wedding Officiant (Non-denominational wedding ceremony)
• Choice of spectacular wedding locations on the beach or in the gardens
• Fresh Bridal Bouquet and Groom's Boutonniere of Cymbidium Orchids (green or purple)
• Personalised selection of premium brand drinks liquors in the Mini Bar of Bride and Groom’s room or suite
• Two-tier Wedding Cake Decorated with Cymbidium Orchids or Cupcakes, for up to 10 guests
• Sparkling Wine toast for up to 10 guests
• Wedding Gazebo Decorated with Cymbidium Orchids and White Voile
• Deluxe 2 hour photo shoot including: Twenty-Four 8 x 10 photos, personalised wedding album and CD of selected photos
• Exclusive use of the resort’s sound system for MP3 Player/iPod
• Wedding Table Setting of tall Cymbidium Orchids
• 80 Minute Couples Massage
• Two Couples Resorts Champagne Flutes
• Reserved Rehearsal Dinner Area in Resort’s Main Restaurant
• Gourmet candle-lit dinner on the Beach for Bride and Groom during their stay
• Celebratory t-shirts for the bride and groom
• Sunset Hour available by request

Package Policies

• Couples are required to be at the resort at least 3 days in advance in order to finalise wedding arrangements and apply for a marriage license.
• Weddings are conducted from Monday to Saturday at 10:00, 11:00, 14:00, 16:00 or sunset (no weddings on Sundays and public holidays).
• Clients must stay a minimum of 7 nights to be entitled to the Free Wedding Package. If staying less than 7 nights, an additional charge of US$250.00 will apply.
• There is a mandatory governmental charge of US$250.00 to obtain certified copies of marriage license and certificates; payment is due 6 weeks prior to arrival. This fee is not included in the price of the wedding packages.
• A late processing fee of US$200.00 will be added for weddings requested within 45 days of arrival. NOTE: For guests from Italy, Germany, Holland, Poland, Czech Republic and Belgium the cost is US$350.00 as the marriage certificate must be legalised by the Foreign Affairs office in Jamaica, which is an extra charge. For Lithuanian, Russian & Hungarian guests the cost is US$300.00 as the marriage certificates must be legalised by the Foreign Affairs office in Jamaica which is an extra charge.
• You will receive two copies of the marriage certificate 12-16 weeks after departure; therefore Couples Resorts require your full current postal address. Please note that for non-English speaking couples will receive their marriage certificates up to 6 months after departure.
• Payments must be made by Credit Card at time of booking on the Wedding Calendar and documents must be uploaded in advance. Please note the US$250.00 is non-refundable as the government have to be paid in advance.

Documentation required Couples Resorts require you to upload the following original documents onto the wedding calendar and these must be uploaded at least 6 weeks in advance. Please ensure that we also have your full and current postal address. Non-English passport holders must have the documents translated and certified/notarised. Wedding date and time must be confirmed in advance on the Wedding Calendar located on the website. The copies of (will remain in the files of the Jamaican Government) - Birth certificate Divorce decree (if applicable) first and last pages, and any pages which pertains to the female's use of last name. - Death certificate (if applicable) - Copy of Photo ID or Passport - Professional English translation required (if applicable) - Age of consent if under 18 years of age - Cover letter with advising Dates of Travel, Address, phone or fax numbers, Occupations, Wedding date and time confirmed.

Notarization requires taking original documents to a notary, who will make a copy and notarize them, stating he/she has seen the originals. For vow renewals, an un-notarized copy of your marriage license can be uploaded on the Wedding Calendar. This needs to be received at least 45 days prior to the ceremony date.

NOTE: With regards to Divorce Papers: If these papers do not state the word “final” or “dissolved”, they cannot be accepted. The hotels can only accept divorce papers that say “Final Decree”, “Final Judgement” or “Dissolution of Marriage”. The hotel must receive the final divorced judgment that shows that the court ruling took place, and also the case/file/index number for the divorce.

Day Passes: For Off property guests wishing to attend a wedding, there are four types of passes: - Wedding Ceremony Only Pass (2 hours with arrival 30 minutes prior to the ceremony) - Half Day Pass [10:00 am - 6:00 pm] - Full Day Pass [10:00 am - 11:30 pm] - Evening Pass [6:00 pm – 1:00am]

All Guests must be 18 years and older to attend a wedding, Children can attend the ceremony and photography only - on a request basis at the discretion of the resort’s General Manager, please enquire with regards to the cost. Please make sure that all documentation is uploaded to the wedding calendar no later than 6 weeks prior to departure.

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