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Destination Wedding Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a wedding can be difficult and stressful, and when you add a foreign location, it might even seem impossible! But the truth is, the wedding planners at AdventureWeddingsPV.com can make planning your Puerto Vallarta wedding celebration easier, and less expensive, than having a traditional wedding at home!
Our destination wedding FAQs are intended to give you a clearer idea of how we can make your wedding in Puerto Vallarta special. In planning the most special day of your life, nothing should be left to chance. If you have a question that is not answered here (or isn't answered to your satisfaction) please contact us!
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Q What is a destination wedding?
A One of the most popular trends in honeymoon travel, destination weddings combine an ideal wedding location with an equally romantic honeymoon locale. Your destination wedding might be for just the two of you (also known as eloping) or you might include a group of friends and family.
Q Why have a destination wedding in Puerto Vallarta?
A Lots of reasons. The primary reasons couples choose a destination wedding are to save money, avoid the major hassles and details of planning a wedding at home, and of course to have a memorable and unique wedding that combines your special day with an exciting vacation for the entire wedding party!
Q If I have a Puerto Vallarta destination wedding, will guests attend?
A We have found that our wedding couples are surprised at the number of friends and family who are willing to travel to Puerto Vallarta for destination weddings. You are under no obligation to foot the bill for your guests' travel or accommodation costs. If guests can't afford to attend your destination wedding, they will decline.
Q Do we send wedding announcements or invitations for our Puerto Vallarta wedding?
A If you can't imagine getting married without certain guests present, send out save-the-date cards at least six months before your destination wedding. Then you can save money by sending invitations only to those who will attend your wedding in Puerto Vallarta and mail [or email] announcements to everyone else.
Q Why get married with Adventure Weddings in Puerto Vallarta?
A Puerto Vallarta Mexico is the ultimate tropical wedding and honeymoon destination, and our Adventure Wedding coordinators can help you plan a wedding at Las Caletas that is both elegant and affordable! We'll help you choose the right music, flowers, cake, officiant and photographer. We can help you book accommodations, events and activities for you and your guests. We'll even arrange for the marriage license and make sure you have the proper paperwork with you, so you can spend your time seeing the sights and having fun, not running around dealing with wedding details.
Q Is my marriage in Mexico legal?
A Marriages performed by ministers or priests (even Catholic Priests) are not legally binding in Mexico. They are the symbolic and spiritual part of your wedding celebration. Legal marriages in Mexico are called "Civil Ceremonies" and are conducted by a Judge residing in the locality of where you wish to get married. In the case of Caletas it is possible to arrange for the Judge from the municipal capital of the area to perform the legal paperwork at Caletas for you on the same day as your ceremony. However, if you wish to be legally married in Mexico, we recommend that you make arrangements with your wedding planner to have the civil wedding performed at the Puerto Vallarta Registry Office, or at your hotel, on the morning of your wedding ceremony - or the day before.
Q What do I have to do to be legally married in Mexico, and what type of marriage certificate will I receive?
A For a list of the requirements and documents needed for foreign citizens who wish to be legally married in Mexico, CLICK HERE. All documents must be translated by an authorized translator in Puerto Vallarta, so you should acquire these documents and send them to your Adventure Wedding coordinator at least one month before the ceremony to allow time for processing and translation. A visit to the registry office (accompanied by your wedding planner) is also required the Wednesday before your marriage for a 30 minute class on the morals of marriage. The marriage certificate provided by the judge after a civil ceremony is a legal bond of marriage recognized by Mexico, the USA and Europe.
Q Can I get married at a church in Mexico?
A To be married in a church in Mexico, you need to obtain documents from your parish at home and comply with the church's premarital procedures and marriage preparation programs. The professional wedding coordinators at Adventure Weddings in Puerto Vallarta can provide you with information about the required documents, church procedures and policies, and offer you support and direction before and during the wedding ceremony.
Q What paperwork is needed for spiritual weddings at Las Caletas, and what type of marriage certificate is issued?
A For the minister's ceremony you will only need picture ID showing your full names - preferably passports. However, the Wedding Certificate you'll receive from the minister only serves as recognition of a "spiritual union."
Q Can I have a religious style wedding at Las Caletas?
A Yes, our wedding packages include a minister to perform your wedding ceremony in a religious style, and we can also provide all for the relevant decorations such as an altar and cross. Our minister is "non denominational" but has knowledge and experience in performing a number of different religious ceremonies such as Catholic and Jewish.
Q Can we be married by a priest on the beach at Las Caletas?
A The Parish of Puerto Vallarta does not allow its priests to marry people outside of a physical church. This means that they cannot perform ceremonies at a beach or in a hotel. The church will, however, grant permission for priests from outside of Vallarta to perform a Catholic ceremony if they are the priests of the couple's local church. Details for this can be arranged by your wedding coordinator.
Q Can I bring my own minister or religious leader to perform the wedding ceremony at Las Caletas?
A Of course. Our wedding planner will keep in close contact with the person performing your wedding ceremony, help them set up the ceremony area, and familiarize them with all of the details of your wedding day.
Q Is music supplied during the wedding ceremony and reception?
A We supply recorded processional, recessional and ambiental music during and after dinner. Or you can contact our wedding coordinators to arrange for a wedding DJ or live music and entertainment for your ceremony and reception.
Q What about the wedding reception and dinner?
A Las Caletas wedding packages include everything you need for a tropical wedding reception for up to 300 guests. An open bar from 4:30 to 11:30 pm includes beer, Vodka, Tequila, Rum, Margaritas, soft drinks, and juices. After the ceremony you'll enjoy appetizers and a sparkling wine toast. The reception dinner buffet includes grilled steak, chicken and fish, fresh vegetables, salads, tropical fruit, wine, coffee and liquors.
Q Are wedding flowers and decorations included in my Adventure Wedding package?
A The price of your wedding includes a bridal bouquet, a boutonniere for groom, and flowers and decorations for the ceremonial area. A palm mat covered with flower petals will take the bride down an aisle of linen-covered chairs. For your Las Caletas wedding reception, dinner tables will be set with formal linens and the chairs will be dressed in white. A floral centerpiece is provided for the head table, and candle centerpieces for each of the other tables. The reception area will be decorated with "tiki torches" and candles. If you'd like extra flowers for your Las Caletas wedding celebration, special arrangements can be made with our wedding coordinators and will be quoted on request.
Q Does my Las Caletas wedding package include a wedding cake?
A No. Wedding cakes are made to order from a professional local bakery featuring a variety of flavors and fillings to choose from. Whether you want a traditional wedding cake, or something a bit more unconventional, we can arrange it for you. Prices start at $3.50 USD per person, including delivery and set-up at your wedding location.
Q How do I start planning my Puerto Vallarta wedding?
A Planning your Puerto Vallarta destination wedding celebration can be easier, and less expensive, than having a traditional wedding at home! Just fill out our Wedding Planner and we'll send you information and approximate costs for a unique and personalized Puerto Vallarta wedding celebration.
Q How do I reserve the date for my wedding in Puerto Vallarta?
A To make reserving your Adventure Wedding as easy as possible, first you should consult important family and bridal party members to avoid schedule conflicts. Then you should set a date for your Puerto Vallarta wedding and take a moment to read our Las Caletas Wedding Reservation Policies.  | |
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