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Weddings in Maldives

The Maldives wedding offers a unique concept for you to back track the memory lane and re-enact those blissful moments, when you took your beloved to be yours and yours only for the rest of your life. Here is a chance for you to do it again with greater meaning and greater involvement than before on one of the most beautiful islands in the world.The resort of your choice will conduct your renewal of vows on the beach, with the deep blue of the Indian Ocean merging on the horizon with the bright blue sky for the backdrop, the tranquil sound of waves lapping the shore invoking your desire for an eternal relationship.

The pure whiteness of the coral sand on the beach wishing you a pure desire for oneness in innumerable blessings. The vastness of the beach and the Ocean throwing open a wide vision of blessings and pleasures that lay ahead in your life.

Weddings in the Maldives can be simply splendid and luxurious. If you want your wedding to be truly different then visit Maldives to have that special wedding experience.

Maldives weddings are so unique that it will simply sweep you off your feet and give you an experience that will be worth cherishing for your whole lifetime. Weddings in the Maldives is a dream-come-true experience for the bride in her flowing swirls can gently sweep along the palm-lined walkways just at the moment the last rays of the crimson sun spread its gold-red rays over her face. The bride usually dresses in a white flowing satin or silk gown with red roses embroidered in her waistline, neckline and handcuffs. She carries a bouquet of red roses and moves towards the groom to become together in their eternal togetherness.

The bride and groom, dressed in exotic wedding attire and jewelries are sometimes escorted to a place where they can perform an unforgettable tree planting ceremony. The happy couple actually joins hands together to plant a coconut palm that will speak volumes about their unforgettable love and togetherness. There are fully attired traditional drumbeaters who escort the couples from all sides to the wedding arena. While they beat their drums and conduct the wonderful dance Bodu-beru in accordance with the ritual of the marriage, the couple gets knotted to each other in an eternal wedding bondage.

Dining & wining wonders during Weddings in the Maldives

When they are married they are made to sign a marriage certificate and then after the ritual of cutting the wedding cake, the guests are treated with sumptuous dinner of gourmet dishes and exotic drinks.  Amidst brilliant decoration, the resorts offer a variety of culinary delights and exotic drinks, fresh juices and hot coffee to all.

A welcome drink of coconut water is offered to the couple after the marriage. The celebration of wedding in Maldives actually begins with the ritual cutting of the exquisite wedding cake with champagne offered to all guests. The hotels provide a gourmet dinner of Chinese, Italian, Thai, and Indian dishes with an assortment of exotic wines, champagnes, and fresh juices.

 After - wedding ceremony wonders

The ceremony is held either on the open golden sandy beaches or al fresco on the beach. Amidst soft soothing music blending with the natural rhythmic waves the wedding arena remains decorated with silk and satin hangings, colorful balloons, sparkles and glitters, ribbons and wedding bells. After the Wedding in the Maldives is over the couple is treated with a series of surprise tours like sunset cruising, snorkeling trips, sunrise trips, fishing trips, and intimate-moments villa honeymoon treats. While the guests enjoy the wonderful culinary delights, the couple gets intimate in their eternal togetherness. Weddings in the Maldives bless you with happiness and memories for a whole lifetime.

Although the resorts differ in their packages, the following is what you can expect from any wedding package in the Maldives but please remember that almost anything can be arranged.

THE BASIC PACKAGE CAN INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING -

Make-up & hair make up
Wedding cake
One bottle of Champagne
Sunset Ceremony Dinner for 2 persons (choice of Asian, International or Maldivian Menu) - Private table with candles and flowers will be prepared on the beach.
Live Boduberu band
Maldivian ceremonial set up
Floral bouquet
Maldivian ring pillow ( coconuts with flower petal decoration)
Romantic Villa turndown on wedding eve (bathroom and bedroom will be decorated with candles and flowers)
Wedding certificate
Anniversary return voucher
Photographer plus 2 rolls of 36 pictures
Make up & Hair stylist
Wedding coordinator
Maldivian sarong and dress (all colors may be chosen upon arrival. It is recommended that the Groom brings his own white shirt of preference).
Bride may also bring her own wedding costume.
All wedding Packages are subject to a minimum stay of one week
Wedding package Price is subject to 10% Service Charge.
Please bring your own wedding rings.
The location of wedding or dinner will be subject to prevailing weather conditions of the day.

Maldives is a perfect location for couples wanting to elope, those wanting a very exclusive, private wedding and those wanting to getaway and work on a bit of romance.