Getting married in Aruba, step by step: Civil Registry paperwork, Eagle Beach and Palm Beach resorts, costs, and the full planning timeline.
Aruba
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Aruba is one of the Caribbean’s most reliable destination wedding locations. Perfectly predictable tropical weather, world-class white-sand beaches outside the hurricane belt, exceptionally safe streets and neighborhoods, direct flights from major U.S. hubs, and one of the friendliest cultures in the region make Aruba a genuinely stress-free destination for couples and their traveling guests alike. Below, the top reasons to…
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The under-$15,000 tier is where Aruba weddings step firmly into the luxury category. Guest counts scale to 50 or more, receptions run 4 hours with private DJs and open bars, welcome cocktail parties and rehearsal dinners get built into the package price, and premium touches like top-shelf spirits and multiple event blocks bundle into a single quote. All five of…
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Aruba is one of the few Caribbean destinations that never really shuts down. It sits outside the hurricane belt, the trade winds keep the beaches breezy year-round, and the resort strip along Palm Beach and Eagle Beach lines up some of the region’s most polished all-inclusive properties. For couples working with a tight wedding budget, Aruba’s entry-tier destination wedding packages…
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Aruba’s under-$5,000 wedding packages are the sweet spot for couples wanting a full Caribbean ceremony with a proper reception moment, without pushing into the luxury tier. The island’s trade-wind-cooled beaches and outside-the-hurricane-belt weather mean you can book almost any month of the year with confidence, and the resort strip along Palm Beach anchors this tier with strong options. This price…
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The under-$10,000 tier is where Aruba weddings start to feel like fully custom celebrations. Guest counts climb to 30 or more, ceremony décor gets meaningfully upgraded, photography and videography start bundling into packages, and the reception dinners stretch into 3-hour private events with open bars and dedicated venues. All five of Aruba’s top wedding resorts show up in this tier.…
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Aruba's family-friendly resort scene runs deep, with twenty-plus properties on the island catering specifically to couples bringing kids, teens, and multi-generational families to the wedding.
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The Caribbean has long been one of the most romantic wedding destinations in the world, and for LGBTQ couples, the region offers an increasingly warm and welcoming embrace. With its turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and lush tropical landscapes, the Caribbean provides a stunning backdrop for couples of all orientations to celebrate their love. While LGBTQ rights vary from island…
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Once the stress of wedding planning finally draws to a close, it’s time to focus on your honeymoon. This is your chance to take a deep breath and relax, surrounded by natural beauty and, perhaps, an unfamiliar culture. Not sure where to jetset with your sweetheart? Consider one of the best honeymoon destinations. Hawaii Adventure should not be out of…
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Couple: Marisa & Suresh Resort Name & Destination: Riu Palace Aruba Photography: Demian Gibbs Photography The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: We met at a night club. Suresh was a DJ, and saw me occasionally at the venues he played at. He never approached me, since he thought I was unapproachable! One night while partying and having fun,…
