Weddings
Weddings
Say I Do... on Aruba by Rosanna Mignacca
All civil ceremonies on Aruba are held in the historic Civic Town House in Oranjestad. This is required if you want to be legally married on Aruba, but is by no means a hindrance, in fact it is short and simple and part of what makes an Aruban wedding unique. After the civil ceremony, you can arrange for a romantic blessing ceremony, that is more symbolic than official, and a reception wherever you like. You have found your soul mate, and you are both ready to take the plunge. Perhaps you’re even planning your honeymoon on Aruba. Think how much fun it would be to get married here as well.
As you might guess, wedding choices are as diverse as the island itself. Whe-ther you are imagining a private affair for just the two of you, a party with a small group of friends or an elaborate gala with a large guest list, you’ll find Arubans are friendly and eager to help with your arrangements. 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 planner. Several of Aruba’s resorts and hotels also offer wedding packages ranging from affordable to lavish. This will allow you to simply relax and pamper yourself before the big day while someone else navigates the paperwork 76 Nights
involved in either a civil or religious ceremony. Let your planner worry about a wedding cake, flowers, a photographer, an official to perform the ceremony and transportation to the pretty seagreen- and white-trimmed Civic Town House or location of your choice.
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To find out more about our dream wedding packages, please call 297-520-6639. Or visit our website www.arubamarriott.com Photos courtesy of Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
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Weddings Imagine saying your “I dos” in a tropical garden gazebo, quaint island chapel or surely the most popular choice, on a sun-kissed beach with lush tropical surroundings as your floral arrangements. You and your guests might gather at sunset on the beach to cast stones in the water, creating ripples that symbolize everyone’s paths crossing and bringing love and good wishes. Or you might make your entrance on a Harley-Davidson or on horseback, or what about heading to the California Lighthouse or the Boca Prins sand dunes for some spectacular scenery? You can even rent your own island for a totally private celebration. So say “I do” on Aruba and become one happy couple celebrating both your wedding and honeymoon. You will have your own reasons to call Aruba “One Happy Island”!
Island Contacts for a Memorable Day ARUBA MARRIOTT WEDDING PACKAGES From simple barefoot beach ceremonies to extravagant parties for up to 500 guests, the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino offers customized wedding, vow renewal and commitment ceremony packages featuring Aruban traditions. Contact the Aruba Marriott’s wedding coordinator at 520-6639 or visit www. arubamarriott.com. ELSA’S FLOWERSHOP In business for over 25 years, Elsa’s Flowershop gives great service to locals and visitors, delivering flowers all over the island. All flowers are first quality and are flown in from Colombia and Ecuador. If you want to say it with flowers, visit Elsa’s Flowershop at Santa Cruz 32-B, Tel: 585-8128. elsaflowershop@setarnet.aw INTERMEZZO DAY SPA Treat yourself to a refreshing facial or rejuvenating beauty treatment before your wedding or enjoy a romantic couples massage as part of your honeymoon. See page 80 for Intermezzo Day Spa’s five convenient locations. www.arubaspa.com
ELSA’S FLOWERSHOP
Santa Cruz 32-B • Aruba, Dutch Caribbean Tel. (297) 585-8128 • Fax (297) 585-1228 e-mail: elsaflowershop@setarnet.aw 78 Nights