Blue Bay Travel about team holidays blog responsibility awards careers It's time to book your dream wedding CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to you and your partner! Soon it’ll be time to start planning one of the most magical days of your life. Whether your renewing your vows after a lifetime together, or just starting out on your wedding journey, we can guide you every step of the way. From flower-strewn walkways and pristine white beachfront, to quaint chapels over-looking the sparkling sea, a Blue Bay Travel wedding is like no other. With our expert knowledge of the best wedding packages in the Caribbean, Indian Ocean and more, planning your special day will be stress-free. So, if you want a big wedding, small wedding, just-for-two wedding or something a bit out of the ordinary – we’re available 7 days a week. Don’t want a legal wedding? All our destinations offer symbolic weddings meaning you can do the legal stuff at home, and celebrate in style in a picture-perfect paradise. Get in touch Book an appointment Why choose a wedding with Blue Bay Travel? We’re experts in our field with years of experience and over 90 awards under our belt Weddings to suit every couple, wedding party size and budget Been there, done that - we’ve travelled the world seeking out the most romantic destinations ready for your perfect day Your money is covered - With industry protection, your holiday is ATOL protected for peace of mind Our exclusive relationships with hotels across the globe mean we can provide you with the very best deals that you won’t find anywhere else UK-based and available 7 days a week - No more long-distance calls to your destination, we’ll organise everything in our UK office and there will always be someone on hand to talk about the big day Popular Destinations LOCATION From over-water chapels to beach-side canopies, the world’s most incredible wedding destinations are your oyster. With unbeatable room upgrades, world-class spas, and heavenly locations, our resorts will ensure a blissful experience from start to finish, that won’t just end on your wedding day. Antigua Barbados Dominican Republic Jamaica Mauritius Mexico Maldives Saint Lucia Plan your destination Wedding HOW TO Information & upgrades LEARN MORE Our happy couples Want some more insider info? Read first-hand accounts from our loved-up couples who have experienced Blue Bay Weddings, Honeymoons, Vow Renewals and more. Read the blog Destination Information Getting married overseas will be one of the most magical moments, and we’re here to make sure every tiny detail is perfect so you don’t need to worry. Here are some of the key bits of information you need to know when you decide to marry abroad. Learn more Come & see us Why not pop in for a cuppa and a chat about your dream wedding or honeymoon. Make an appointment with oneof our travel experts for a warm welcome and some insider holiday knowledge. Book an appointment Honeymoons UNFORGETTABLE The big day is over, but why not keep the magic going with a Honeymoon in one of the worlds’ most romantic resorts? We can offer beautiful escapes that will ensure you begin your journey into marital bliss in the most ideal setting, and with our honeymoon extras and amazing packages you’ll be able to indulge and relax to your hearts content. Carry on the celebrations with your very own Caribbean escape. There is something for every couple with an abundance of breath-taking resorts. Search Caribbean Make memories that will last a lifetime and celebrate in paradise. Treat yourself to the tropics with endless beaches and the crystal waters of The Maldives or Mauritius. Search Indian Ocean Indulge in some well-earned luxury. Wherever and whatever your dream honeymoon is, Xclusivity has you covered. Search Luxury Frequently asked questions HOW, WHAT & WHY? How do we book? Call one of our travel advisors on 0844 488 3797 and they will guide you through every step of the way. We have some great wedding and honeymoon offers for you and your guests to ensure your special day fulfils your dreams. How do we organise the wedding? Once you have confirmed the booking and received all of your documents, we’ll put you in-touch with an on-site wedding co-ordinator who will make sure your dream wedding comes true and will organise all of the over-seas arrangements. A UK based wedding co-ordinator will also be on hand to answer all of your queries and to work with the hotel to fulfil your wishes. How do we organise the guests? Your guests can be added when you book the wedding initially, or you can add them leading up to the wedding. We recommend sending your invites out at least 6 months before the wedding date, and finalising this at around 3 months. We will do our upmost to ensure that everyone can be there for your Big Day. For those wishing to stay off-site, day passes can be purchased so they can attend on the day of the Wedding. Are they any legal requirements? Please head to our Legal Requirements link to find our all the essential information, but our expert travel advisors will be able to tell you all the things you need to know. Do you have group offers? Yes! Our travel experts will be able to help you on 0844 488 3797 Ask us a question Destination Information NEED TO KNOW Getting married overseas will be one of the most magical moments of your life, and we’re here to make sure every tiny detail is perfect so you don’t need to worry. The legal bits are extremely important and sometimes a little bit confusing but booking with us will ensure it’s all an absolute dream. Here are some of the key bits of information you need to know when you decide to marry abroad -these aren’t the only places you can tie the knot with Blue Bay Travel, there are many more places to choose from around the globe. Give us a call today and we will give you the destination wedding you have always desired. Antigua Antigua has no minimum residency requirements prior to your wedding ceremony. Barbados Barbados has no minimum residency requirements prior to your wedding ceremony. Cyprus There is a minimum residency of requirement of three working days in Cyprus. If you are having a hotel ceremony, you must be a resident of that particular hotel for the three-day period. If your ceremony is taking place in in somewhere other than the hotel, you can choose which hotel you stay in from a list of resorts specified in your wedding package. Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic has a three-day minimum residency requirement and all documentation needs to be processed before the ceremony including a marriage licence. We suggest arriving five working days before your wedding day and apply for your legal documents at least 6 months in advance of the wedding. Greece There is a minimum residency requirement of eight days for parts of Greece (Zante, Skiathos, Crete, Rhoades) and seven for Santorini and Kos. If you are getting married at a hotel, you must be a resident at a hotel for this time period. Jamaica Jamaica has a 48-hour residency requirement (excluding Sundays and arrival days). Maldives You cannot legally marry in the Maldives, but you could get married in the UK or other destination and then have a blessing ceremony and honeymoon here. Mauritius There is no minimum residency requirement in Mauritius, although you will need to visit the Civil State Office in Port Louis to complete any legal formalities before the wedding can take place. Mexico In Mexico, all documentation must be handed over to Mexican authorities at least three working days before your ceremony. The bride and group must take a blood test in resort before the ceremony. Divorced women must wait a period of 12 months before they can re-marry. Divorced men can re-marry straight away. Saint Lucia Saint Lucia has a three working days residency requirement. Turkey There is no minimum resident requirement for Turkey. For all hotel-based weddings, you must stay in the hotel prior to the ceremony. You must both have a blood test prior to your wedding taking place. ABTA No. P4796 CONTACT US VIEW MY BOOKING Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube about team holidays blog responsibility awards careers reviews travel advice bayley extras privacy terms & conditions key package rights faqs contact accessibility charity unsubscribe Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Call Charges: Calls to 03 numbers from UK landlines and mobiles cost no more than calls to geographic numbers (01 or 02) and are included in inclusive minutes and discount schemes in the same way. Calls to 08 numbers will cost 7 pence per minute plus your provider’s access charge. Blue Bay Travel is a Member of Midcounties Coop Consortium (ABTA P4796). Book with Confidence. 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