Tahiti, being the largest island, is the economic, cultural and political center of French Polynesia located in the South Pacific. Its 118 islands boast of rugged mountain peaks, white sand, stretches of pristine beaches, lush sceneries, and many activities to uniquely experience Tahiti. It is no wonder how this island attracts thousands of tourists yearly to relax and enjoy all it has to offer. To be wed in a paradise like this can be every bride and groom’s dream. It is simply beyond words. Interested? Read on to know how.
HOW TO START?
To be legally married in Tahiti, the couple must first be deemed eligible by the law of Tahiti. They must also accomplish the following requirements:
- Marriage Application of Foreign Citizens in French Polynesia
- Letter to the Mayor
- Copy of Passports
- Certified Copy of Birth Certificates
- Certificate of Non-Marital Status
- Proof of Residencies
The civil ceremony will be solemnized by the mayor on his office with an interpreter on the side, as needed. If you want to immerse on the culture, a traditional Tahitian wedding ceremony, can be done on the beach or any of your preferred location.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
Apart from its natural beauty, the traditional Tahitian wedding ceremony is one of the ingenuities of the island that seduces couples to get married there. The rites and vows are presided by a local priest on the beach or at the resort where the couple is staying. Priest assistants will knock on the bride and groom’s room to dress up the couple in white pareu or colorful wraps and adorn them with flower crowns and leis. The wedding ceremony includes customary rites, dancing and a lot of music. After the ceremony, the couple will be wrapped in a Tifaifai or a Tahitian quilt to symbolize their union. A traditional Tahitian feast will follow afterwards. The ceremony can be customized to suit the bride and groom’s preferences. It can either be a private ceremony with just the couple, the priest and a few witnesses. Or it can be elaborate with groups of dancers and musicians to liven up the wedding party.
In Tahiti, wedding venue choices are endless. You can arrange to get married in a secluded beach, a local village or on the numerous luxurious resorts located within the island. Wedding packages can also be availed of if the couple intends to have a more organized and memorable big day.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Tahiti is just a good eight-hour direct flight from Los Angeles. It can also be reached via cruise ship or yacht club scheduled trips. Traveling from one island to another is easy with their domestic airlines and inter-island ferries. The ferries are a beautiful romantic way to view the islands on the way to your love nest destination.
Make your wedding as romantic as your honeymoon. Tahiti is surely a destination wedding paradise that you would want to include on your list!
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