Things You'll Need:
- Bridal Bouquets
- Champagne
- Wedding Rings
- Champagne Flutes
- Internet Access
- Computers
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Step 1
Understand that most weddings on board cruise ships actually take place in port, whether it's at the place of departure or somewhere along the way during your trip.
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Step 2
Decide if you want to be married on the ship itself or if you prefer to exchange your vows on a beach or in a chapel on land.
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Step 3
Obtain a marriage license for the location where the ship will be docked for your marriage. Ask your travel agent or the cruise company for tips on how to do this.
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Step 4
Realize that it's possible to be married at sea if you have your heart set on it. The Grand Princess cruise ship (part of Princess Cruises, which is the line used in the "Love Boat" television series) actually has a wedding chapel. Go to its Web site (princess.com) for more information.
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Step 5
Take into account that if you get married at sea on the Grand Princess, your wedding license will be from Liberia, since this is where the Princess cruise line is registered. Make sure this license will be accepted in your state.
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Step 6
Consider the range of wedding options that exist: from a $300 package that includes a notary, witnesses, cake and champagne to a package that costs $75 per person for each guest to provide an open bar and buffet.
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Step 7
Remember that you arrange for flowers, music and a photographer as part of your package. Talk to the ship's wedding consultant to explain your preferences.
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Step 8
Shop around. There are many cruise lines out there. Some of the popular ones are Carnival, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line and Windjammer Barefoot Cruises, among many others. Do a search online to find out more.
Comments
sexyitaly11 said
on 4/1/2009 me and my girl want to get married on a cruise we are gay and this will be hard, but what might i need in order to make the marriage legal on the cruise. thanks
sexyitaly11 said
on 4/1/2009 me and my girl want to get married on a cruise we are gay and this will be hard, but what might i need in order to make the marriage legal on the cruise. thanks
Tina0528 said
on 11/20/2007 I got married aboard the Norwegian in September and although I'm sure a cruise line wedding could be the most romantic and memorable day ever- our wedding/ honeymoon was anything but! I would NEVER recommend using Norwegian, especially their wedding department. They lack professionalism, communication and overall competency!!
Anonymous said
on 7/5/2006 I got married on a Princess cruise ship last December and we were married by the Captain. They have a wedding dept. that takes care of everything. Also a wedding coordinator when you get on board. Lots of fun! I highly recommend it.