A Romantic Honeymoon in Aruba

The island of Aruba which boasts year-round ideal weather, world-class beaches and breathtaking sunsets is a picture perfect place for a destination wedding or honeymoon.

Aruba offers everything couples need to celebrate the beginning of the rest of their lives together.

Destination Weddings in Aruba

Couples choosing to get married in Aruba generally first have their civil ceremony – the legal part of the wedding – in the morning, followed by a beach blessing in the afternoon or evening. ?Civil ceremonies always take place in the Civil House, which is a historic, sea-colored renovated mansion in downtown Oranjestad. Couples then have the choice of many luxurious hotels and resorts in which to hold their ceremony and reception. From beach blessings on the sugar-white sands at sunset, to receptions aboard a catamaran, to reciting vows to the gentle rhythm of steel-pan drums, Aruba offers an authentic island experience for couples tying the knot.

Below are some wedding packages that you might want to consider in Aruba:

Customized Weddings at Bucuti Beach Resort

At Bucuti Beach Resort, weddings are designed individually for each bride and groom. ?The resort offers a choice of packages to begin the planning process which includes a decorated wedding area on the beach, services performed by a non-denominational officiate, flowers, champagne and music, plus planning assistance from the resort?s award-winning wedding coordinator. ?In addition to the beach blessing, Bucuti Beach Resort will also coordinate a couple?s civil ceremony, and can offer a sit-down wedding reception dinner on the beach for up to 12 people, or a buffet-style dinner on the beach for up to 50 guests.

?Free Caribbean Wedding? Package at The Holiday Inn Resort Aruba

The Holiday Inn Resort Aruba offers a ?Free Caribbean Wedding? package exclusively for couples who book a minimum seven-night stay on the all-inclusive plan in a Superior Ocean Front Room. ?The package includes a romantic wedding location on the beach, professional wedding planning services, a non-denominational pastor, one-tiered wedding cake, garden-fresh bridal bouquet and boutonni?re, a bottle of champagne, marriage certificate, preparation of all documents and a special gift from the resort. Themed decorations and a complimentary candlelight dinner for two are also included in the package. Videography and photography services, music and reception/banquet options are also available at additional costs.

Kunuku Traditional Wedding Ceremony at The Aruba Marriott & Stellaris Casino

At The Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, couples have the option to get married under an archway replica of a traditional Aruban kunuku house on the resort?s pristine beach. Champagne and cake are served after the ceremony amid the sounds of Caribbean steel drums. ?Components of the package include a palm- fringed walkway to the kunuku archway decorated with tropical flowers; a professional photographer; a one-tier wedding cake; flower arrangements for the signage table, bridal bouquet and groom?s boutonniere; a bottle of champagne; one-hour of live steel drum music before and after the ceremony; the service of a non-denominational pastor; a wedding certificate as a keepsake; and services of the resort?s on-site wedding coordinator. ?This package is available year-round, and starts from $2,350, excluding service charges and taxes.

Rehearsal Dinner or Wedding Reception at Sea

For couples looking to celebrate their love at sea, they can host their private event aboard a catamaran on the Caribbean. ?For those planning their rehearsal dinner, Red Sail Sports offers a Dinner Sail experience, including views of the sunset along Aruba?s scenic coast, followed by a Caribbean buffet catered by award-winning chefs. Private charters for up to 38 people (seated) or 80 people (reception-style) are available, and prices start from $105 per person, for a minimum of 20 people. Red Sail Sports can also accommodate wedding receptions on their catamarans, and the relaxing sail is a perfect way to end a beach wedding. ?The boat departs from the Palm Beach pier and sails along Aruba?s scenic coastline. ?Guests can enjoy music, hors d?oeuvres and a complimentary bar featuring wine, beer and cocktails as they watch the sun go down over the water. Private charters for up to 100 guests are available, starting from $45 per person.

Aruba Offers Exclusive ?One Cool Honeymoon? Program for Newlyweds

For those who have already planned their wedding, Aruba also offers wonderful honeymoon options for those who have recently tied the knot. Honeymooning couples have always received the red carpet treatment in Aruba, and now they have access to even greater amenities through Aruba?s ?One Cool Honeymoon? program. Honeymooners at participating hotels and resorts receive a bottle of champagne in their room upon arrival, a souvenir gift from their resort, as well as one free hotel night stay upon their return anniversary visit. Honeymooning couples also receive special discounts on spa treatments, island tours, snorkeling excursions and on meals at select restaurants. ?Newlyweds only need to identify themselves while booking their hotel accommodations to automatically receive these special offers.