Carnival Wedding Packages
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These affordable, all-inclusive packages include a civil ceremony, a decorated bridal aisle, a champagne toast with keepsake flutes, a wedding cake with topper, photography services and an engraved wedding announcement suitable for framing. Couples can also customize their wedding options with such value-added "extras" as post-ceremony receptions with open bar and hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, ice carvings, live music and videography service .

Fun ship Weddings can be arranged in any of the following ports: • Miami – Key West – Port Canaveral – Tampa – New Orleans – Galveston - Los Angeles –  San Juan ( Embarkation port only ) Vancouver ( Northbound )- Barbados – Jamaica ( Ocho Rios) Catalina Island - Ft Lauderdale

                       Booking A Carnival Wedding Package
                                      Please Book Early
Wedding couples should book their Carnival cruise prior to booking their wedding package.  A wedding coordinator will then be assigned to assist you with the planning stages of your wedding such as the time and location of your ceremony, reception, guest lists, floral upgrades, wedding cakes, live entertainment, tuxedos, photography services and video packages. A local Wedding officiant ( Notary ) will perform your ceremony. A Carnival Licensing Coordinator will assist you in obtaining your marriage license through the mail ( where applicable ) You will be contacted by your coordinator closer to the time of sailing to finalize all your ceremony details and explain the days events from the time you arrive to the completion of your ceremony.

Phone Orders: Full payment is due at the time your wedding is booked with a credit card. ( All major credit cards are accepted.)  Carnival's wedding department is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm EST.

Please have the following information available when calling in your reservation: Carnival Booking Number which you will get from your travel agent, couple's name, home address, phone numbers and number of attendees.

Licensing Requirements: All wedding couples are responsible for obtaining their own marriage license. You must obtain a license from the state in which the marriage is performed.  Some international couples may be required to arrive one business day prior to sailing in order to obtain a marriage license.  All licensing fees are priced separately from the wedding packages and are paid at the time you submit your pre-application.
All licensing fees are non-refundable. 

Florida (Miami, Key West, Tampa & Port Canaveral) Application by mail - $ 150.00 fee*
California ( Los Angeles & Catalina ) Confidential License - $ 125.00 fee*
Louisiana ( New Orleans ) Couples must appear in person in order to obtain a marriage license.
 $ 27.50 fee*
US Virgin Islands (St Thomas) Application by mail must also swear in at Territorial Court (Transportation Included )  $ 150.00*
Puerto Rico (San Juan) Couples must arrive one day prior no later than 10:00 am in order to meet all marriage license requirements. Blood test may be obtained in home town and medical certificate to be approved by physician in San Juan.  $ 150.00 fee*
Canada ( Vancouver/Northbound ) Couples must appear in person to obtain a marriage license. 
$ 75.00 fee*
Bahamas ( Nassau ) Application by mail must be swear in before U.S. Consul at at American Embassy in Nassau Includes transportation) $ 125.00 fee. ( Plus an additional fee to be paid the day of the ceremony. U.S. Citizens $ 30.00 per person Non U.S. Citizens - $ 75.00*
Barbados Application by mail ( includes transportation) $ 155.00 fee*
Grand Cayman  Officiant onboard the morning of the wedding $ 250.00
Jamaica ( Ocho Rios ) Application By Mail - $ 145.00 ( Montego Bay ) $ 200.00
St Maarten - Application by Mail  $ 250.00
New York Couples must appear in person in order to obtain a marriage license -$ 30.00
Galveston Couples must arrive 3 days prior to sailing and appear in person in order to obtain a marriage license - $ 36.00 fee.
* In order to obtain the appropriate marriage license through the mail, all wedding couples should book their wedding  package no later than 60 days prior to sailing, to allow ample time for processing.  Couples will be responsible for obtaining their own marriage license if package is purchased within 30 days of sailing. In Florida all Wedding License Applications received within 30 days of sailing are subject to a $ 50.00 late fee.

Pre-Cruise Travel Arrangements – It is recommended that the Bride and Groom arrive the day prior to sailing so they are not rushed or delayed by travel time and feel more relaxed on their wedding day. Coming in the day before is not a requirement for the wedding program, only a suggestion. Anyone using Carnival’s Fly Aweigh Program may need to deviate their flights in order to ensure arrival in time for priority boarding. Early flights the day of sailing may not be available due to airline availability or scheduling. Travel arrangements such as flight times, transportation to the pier from the airport and/or hotel are not arranged by Carnival’s "Fun Ship" Wedding Department. Your travel agent must make arrangements with Carnival’s Reservation or Group Reservation Department to coordinate your flight times, flight deviations and Carnival’s pre-cruise travel packages as soon as possible. The non-refundable charge for the service is $35.00 per person (subject to change), plus any additional airline charge. This service is available for all guests under deposit until 45 days prior to sailing.

Wedding Guests: The remainder of the Bridal Party and all wedding attendees will follow regular embarkation procedures. Non-sailing guests will need to disembark the ship one hour prior to sailing in Miami, Pt. Canaveral & Los Angeles. Guests are required to disembark immediately following the ceremony/reception in the embarkation ports of Tampa, New Orleans, San Juan and all out ports. Your final guest list along with payment is due to Carnival no later than 3 weeks prior to sailing. Guest cancellations within the week of sailing will be considered no-shows and are non-refundable.

Ceremony: Civil ceremonies are performed in English by a Notary Public. (St. Thomas ceremonies are Non-Denominational and performed by a Minister.) Ceremonies in ports of St Thomas, New Orleans, California, Barbados, Nassau, Jamaica and Grand Cayman are non- denominational and performed by a minister. Weddings are not performed on deck, at sea or by the Ship’s Captain. A witness can be provided if necessary. For those who purchased a Florida, California, New Orleans, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Nassau or San Juan Package, you will find an outline of ceremony with the packet Carnival will send you. ( Carnival's local representative in St Thomas will mail ceremony information to you directly.)  Please complete information in its entirety and return information it to the address provided on the forms. Carnival's local representative performing your ceremony will answer additional questions and explain the days events from the time you arrive to the completion of your ceremony. Sorry do to time constraints ceremony changes cannot be permitted the day of the wedding.

Renewal of Vows: Proof of valid marriage is required prior to performing your vows renewal. Same wedding packages apply, exempt License fees.

Times & Locations: All ceremonies are performed in port before the ship sails. Carnival has chosen several locations on board at which to have your Wedding Ceremony/Reception. Locations are determined based on the number of guests attending, length of reception and entertainment requests. Carnival will make every effort to honor specific "requests" for locations and times, however in the event there are multiple weddings on that day, requests will be considered on a first come, first serve basis. Ceremonies are scheduled and confirmed within two weeks of sailing, all times are approximate and can be delayed due to unforeseen events.

Floral: All packages include one Bridal Bouquet with matching boutonniere for the Groom. Bouquets for attendants and other floral upgrades can only be ordered through a Carnival "Fun Ship" Wedding Coordinator. If you would like to bring your own flowers they must be silk due to U.S. Agricultural restrictions.

Photographs: Packages come with a Wedding Photo Album. You may purchase additional photographs at no obligation as follows: 5x7 photographs at $5.00 each and 8x10 photographs at $15.00 each.

Additional Information: Due to time restraints Beauty Salon appointments are not available the day of embarkation. It is suggested if coming in the day prior to consult with your hotel’s salon. Additional Wedding Package enhancements are available and will be mailed to you at time of booking including Video Packages and Tuxedo Rentals. Additional Food & Beverage Service and Live Entertainment options are also available for those couples who have purchased a reception package.

Cancellation Policy: Written confirmation must be received in our office by the date specified below if you wish to cancel your wedding. Weddings must be canceled separately from your cruise. Cancellation policy is as follows:

3,4 & 5 Day Cruises: Full refund if cancelled 46 days prior to sailing, $50.00 cancellation charge 45 – 30 days, $100.00 cancellation charge 29 – 4 days, no refund if cancelled within 3 days of sailing date.

7 Day Cruises: Full refund if cancelled 71 days prior to sailing, $100.00 cancellation charge 70 – 30 days, $200.00 cancellation charge 29 – 4 days, no refund if cancelled within 3 days of sailing.10 Day or Longer Cruises: Full refund if cancelled 61 days prior to sailing, $150.00 cancellation charge 60 – 30 days, 50% of total wedding charges 29 – 15 days, no refund if cancelled within 3 days of sailing date.

Sales Tax: All Weddings taking place at any of our US ports are subject to sales tax.

Hurricane Season: June 10th through November 10th is hurricane season.  In the event any of our regular Home Ports or Out Ports is under Hurricane or Tropical Storm Watch or Warnings and your wedding cannot take place Carnival will reschedule your wedding to another port, or cancel your wedding.  In the event that your wedding cannot take place you will be fully refunded.

It is understood and agreed that Carnival Cruise Lines Inc., Flower Show Inc. & Island Cruises, The Wedding Experience, Wedding Specialties by Mary, Fantasia Occasions and/or Island Dream Weddings  shall not be liable and denies responsibility in the even a scheduled wedding cannot take place or is delayed due to circumstances beyond our control. In the event of cancellation Carnival Cruise Lines Inc, Flower Show Inc & Island Cruises, The Wedding Experience, Wedding Specialties by Mary, Fantasia Occasions and/or Island Dream Weddings will not be held liable for any loss incurred on the part of wedding guest accommodations and their transportation prior to the ceremony. All package terms and prices are subject to change without notice.

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