Cuba Weddings Caribbean in Focus

From the seductive streets of Old Havana to the vast white sandy beaches of Varadero, the idyllic island of Cayo Ensenachos or Guardalavaca in the east, Cuba is a romantic yet truly adventurous wedding and honeymoon destination. The largest island in the Caribbean must be one of the most intoxicating places for couples with its lively capital which has attracted romantics like writer Ernest Hemingway. Honeymooners can enjoy its natural parks and UNESCO world heritage.

Top Properties: The Saratoga, La Maison, Ambos Mundos, Iberostar Grand Trinidad, Paradisus Princesa del Mar, Sandals Royal Hicacos, Meliá las Américas, Occidental Royal Hideaway, Barceló Cayo Santa María, Meliá Buenavista, Meliá Cayo Coco, Paradisus Río de Oro and Moka in the Pinar del Río.

Hot spots to watch: Soroa, with its waterfall and orchid garden. The relaxing Topes de Collantes in the heart of the Escambray Mountains with its beautiful forests and healthful climate. The intimates beaches of Santa Maria, Ensenachos and Las Brujas Cays.

Landscape: Impressive mountain ranges, sandy beaches and fertile plains growing sugar cane and tobacco

Activities: Watersports, Cultural and natural tours, golf and spa.

Marriage Requirements: Prior to the wedding, all notary certificates and legalised documents should be sent to the Cuban Consulate. The ceremony will be conducted by a Registrar
Residency Requirement: Three working days.
Documents Required: Essential documents.
N.B. All documents must be originals legalised by the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office, and then validated by the Cuban Consulate in London.

Fees: To be advised locally
Witnesses: Four people are required.

Check your budget:
Whether you’re planning a wedding for 5, 50 or 500 its easy to miss the smallest of details and for budgets to get out of control.
Beach Wedding Favors:
Beach themed wedding favors can give your guest a lasting taste of the Caribbean whilst also adding style and panache to your Destination Wedding.
Combining honeymoon:
Combine your honeymoon knowing Cuba, a beach and nature resort in the east and a city hotel in Havana, fro where you can visit the centre and western Cuba.
Wedding Hairstyles:
Choosing the perfect wedding hairstyle can often be more difficult when arranging a beach wedding. Wind, water and sand can all affect the style you choose.

Weddings in Cuba visit:
http://www.perfectweddingsabroad.co.uk/destination/Caribbean/Cuba
Source: Information kindly supplied by Caribbean Tourism Organisation: http://www.caribbean.co.uk/content/files/CaribbeanWeddingGuide2011.pdf