What about getting married and or a reception on a boat!!!
When talking to bridal couples from the U.S. the first question asked is which is the best, pretties, most private location to get married on St.Thomas or St.John in the Virgin Islands?
While all of the beaches here are rated the best in the Caribbean for water, sand, sky and sun. They do tend to get a bit busy. Especially if picking a wedding date during high season. December through March.
Cruise passengers abound on all the popular beach locations. From the time the cruise ships dock and they can catch transportation, to 4:30 and its time to get back to the ship. Each and every beach within a taxi drive of the docks will be busy.
Most people are respectful of a couple and the bridal party standing on the beach saying vows. But there are always the people that just wanna watch and join in the festivities. Weddings are happy times are they not? Who would not want to be congratulated by Mr and Mrs Swimsuit from east town USA or Joe Speedo from swank Ville?
But if you are a couple, that want to enjoy a private occasion with family and friends. In addition to the anticipation of pictures of pristine waters and white beaches without sun burnt Joe public in them. Your best option is getting off the ship or leaving the hotel and getting on one of the chartered Catamarans.
Enjoy your guest and special day aboard a private charter. You can realize your dream of your toes in the sand ceremony, but just in a more private setting. It does not take long to go from dock side to a beach setting of sand, warm water and sparse people. You can still have the formal dress with arch, flower petal aisle and settings every bride has dreamed of. So what is the catch you ask? Well price for one.
Half day charters which include open bar and light snacks can run anywhere from $100.00 per person to with full lunch and open bar to $160.00 per person. When you compare those prices to a venue rental and food its really a no brainer.
What is really spectacular is the sunset cruise. Watch the sunset while visiting with your guest after a beach ceremony from your own charter.
Ceremonies are priced separate from the charters and can be held on the beach or on the boat. Possibilities are endless. Compared to a reception at an enclosed hotel hall or sharing the beach or restaurant with fellow cruise ship passengers it’s a steal.
Best part, there is no worry about traffic, taxis or transportation of guest. Pick up and drop off is right at the cruise ship dock or hotel. Let the Captain and crew worry about schedules and getting everyone back to the ship on time. This is your time, your day, and your memories.
Speaking of memories, the pictures taken on a sunset cruise is enough to last a life time
From Cruise Ship to Catamaran its that easy
Have the ceremony and reception without leaving the boat as it wanders past secluded islands and national parks. See dolphins and sea turtles.
Toast your special day with rum punch or champagne.
Dock the Catamaran at a beach or have the ceremony on board
Have pictures taken on the beach and on the boat, dance with live steel pan or bring your iPod.
Toss flowers off of the bow to celebrate a long happy marriage.
It’s your day to celebrate the way you want with the guest you want and not a bunch of strangers.
If this is something you would like to check into call or email Deb@beachweddingsbydeb.com We have custom made packages to fit your perfect wedding day.
Beaches are less croweded and receptions more private on the cat.