Princess Cruise Line : Grand Romance At Sea
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THE
LARGEST LOVE BOAT, GRAND PRINCESS, TO DEBUT WITH INDUSTRY'S FIRST WEDDING
CHAPEL
New Wedding Program Allows Passengers to be Married by Captain ***
Wedding, Reception and Honeymoon Now One Convenient Package
When the world's largest ship, Grand Princess, debuted in May, it boasted the first ocean-going wedding chapel and offers the only at-sea wedding program allowing passengers to be married by the ship's captain. The line's new wedding program includes a selection of ceremony and reception packages which will make a couple's wedding, reception and honeymoon planning a convenient, one-stop project.
"What could be more fitting than the largest Love Boat debuting the first wedding program at sea," said Rick James, Princess Cruises senior vice president of sales and corporate relations. "Not only are we offering passengers an easy and romantic way to get married and honeymoon, we're turning cruising lore into reality by having the Captain perform the wedding ceremony. Until now, it was a common misconception that the captain was empowered to do this."
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A choice of three different wedding packages aboard Grand Princess offers a number of special touches and brings together the talents of the ship's chefs, musicians and photographers. Included in each is music, champagne, bridal bouquet and groom's matching boutonniere, photo package, video recording of the ceremony, wedding cake, souvenir wedding certificate and a special lithograph painting of Grand Princess signed by the captain. The couple also has the opportunity to add music performed by an organist or string quartet, candlelight, floral arrangements and pampering pre-ceremony spa treatments for the bride.
Packages begin at $1,400 and include fees for the ceremony, registration and official marriage certificate.
After the ceremony, a selection of three different reception options will continue the celebration. All packages include music, hors d'oeuvres, beverages, and three-tiered wedding cake. The ship's photographer will also be available during the reception with photos available for purchase. The one-hour parties for up to 80 guests begin at $70 per person.
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"Offering passengers the opportunity to get married on board is just one more example of the choice and variety we've designed into our Grand Class ships," added James.
Marriages aboard ship are performed by the captain under the authority of the ship's registry and are legal marriages. Couples will receive their official marriage certificate following the cruise.
Of course, once the ceremony and reception are finished, the honeymoon cruise is just beginning. During its inaugural season in the Western Mediterranean, Grand Princess will visit a number of romantic ports between Barcelona and Istanbul before repositioning to the Caribbean for seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale.
Debuting in May 2001, the 109,000-ton, $450 million Grand Princess is the largest and most expensive cruise ship ever built. In addition to a wedding chapel, the 2,600 passenger vessel offers passengers the first sea-going virtual reality center, blue screen video studio, Southwestern-themed restaurant, swim-against-the-current lap pool, two-level children's and teen centers, the largest casino at sea, a spectacular disco in the sky suspended 150 feet above the sea and 710 cabins with private balconies, the largest number in the industry.
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DIAMOND
WEDDING PACKAGE
This ultra-special wedding package is complemented by candlelight and fresh
flower arrangements in the chapel. Dom Perignon champagne with two presentation
glasses, a small wedding cake, an orchid bouquet and matching boutonniere
add that extra touch of elegance to your special occasion. As for the crowning
touch -- a luxurious 55-minute La Therapie facial, plus shampoo and hair styling
in the ship’s salon for the radiant bride. But that’s not all.
The Diamond Package also includes:
- Traditional wedding music performed live by a string quartet
- A deluxe photo package including a Wedding Album and (eight) 8x10 color prints, (ten) 5x7 color prints
- Video recording of ceremony (VHS) (4 copies in embossed case)
- Beautiful lithograph painting of the Grand Princess signed by the Captain
- A framed wedding photo taken with the Captain
- Souvenir parchment Wedding Certificate
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EMERALD
WEDDING PACKAGE Our deluxe wedding package makes your event even more memorable with candlelight and fresh floral arrangements in the chapel. Moet Chandon champagne with two presentation glasses, a small wedding cake and a beautiful rose bouquet and matching boutonniere lend sophistication and flair to the nuptials. The bride will look and feel her best with extra pampering at the beauty salon including a relaxing shampoo and hair styling treatment.
Also included are:
- Traditional wedding music performed live by an organist
- A fabulous photo package including (four) 8x10 color prints and (ten) 5x7 color prints
- Video recording of ceremony (VHS) (2 copies)
- Beautiful lithograph painting of the Grand Princess signed by the Captain
- A framed wedding photo taken with the Captain
- Souvenir parchment Wedding Certificate
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For lifelong memories choose our Pearl Wedding Package and enjoy a breathtaking bouquet mixed flowers and matching boutonniere, Korbel champagne plus two souvenir presentation glasses, a small wedding cake and much more. It’s all part of a wedding celebration that’s perfect from beginning to end.
Package includes:
- Traditional wedding music (taped)
- Photo package including (two) 8x10 color prints and (four) 5x7 color prints
- Video recording of ceremony (VHS) (one copy)
- Beautiful lithograph painting of the Grand Princess signed by the Captain
- A framed wedding photo taken with the Captain
- Souvenir parchment Wedding Certificate
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Let our masterful chefs, talented musicians, charming waiters and attentive bar staff create the perfect reception to complement your wedding celebration Your guests will enjoy music performed by a live string quartet. The delightful menu will include hot and cold buffet items, a magnificent wedding cake, champagne and more!
Beverages including Dom Perignon, French Champagne and an Open Bar. A Three Tier Wedding Cake, Petits Fours, Chocolate Truffles and Fresh Fruit Tartlets are offered as desserts.
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Hot hors d’oeuvre selection:
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Cold hors d’oeuvre selection:
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Prices for a one-hour reception party (maximum 80 guests) starts at $100 per person plus 15% gratuity. PLEASE NOTE: The ship’s photographer will be available throughout your reception. Photos are available for purchase.
Add a special touch of elegance to your celebration with a delightful selection of deluxe hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, lots of premium beverages, a beautiful wedding case and music will be provided by a pianist.
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Just look at the fabulous menu this package includes:
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Beverages include Mumun Cordon, Rouge French Champagne, Wende Estate Chardonnay & Cabernet Sauvignon, Soft drinks and Imported & Domestic beer. A Three Tier Wedding Cake and Petit-Fours are included for dessert.
Prices for a one-hour
reception party (Maximum 80 guests) begin at $85 per person plus 15% gratuity
PLEASE NOTE: The ship’s photographer will be available throughout your reception.
Photos are available for purchase.
For the perfect wedding reception including hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, lots of beverages, and a delicious wedding cake, choose this fabulous reception package! Taped music will be provided for your enjoyment.
Hot hors d’oeuvre selection includes:
- Scallop and Shrimp Mini-turnovers
- Crispy Chicken Taquitos
- Blue Crab Croquettes
- Deep Fried Stuffed Jalapenos
- Assorted Mini-Quiches
Cold hors d’oeuvre selection:
- Jumbo Shrimp Fountain with Three Sauces
- Salmon Mousse
- Golden and Salmon Caviar
- Strasbourg Pate’
- Celery Sticks with Blue Cheese
- Assorted Cheese and Crackers
- Selection of Fresh Fruit
Beverages include Martini & Rossi Asti Spumante, Sylvester Kiara Reserve Chardonnay & Cabernet Savignon, Soft drinks and Domestic beer. A Three Tier Wedding Cake and Cookies are served for dessert.
Prices for a one hour
reception party (maximum 80 guests) begin at $70 per person plus 15% gratuity
PLEASE NOTE: The ship’s photographer will be available throughout your reception.
Photos are available for purchase
Wedding package marriages conducted on board the 'Grand Princess' will be performed AT SEA by the Captain of the vessel under authority of Liberian Maritime Law and are recognized under the Law of Liberia as valid marriages. If the couple has any questions about the effect of being married under Liberian Law, they should consult their own legal advisors.
Both parties to the marriage must be at least 18 years old and have appropriate picture identification issued by a government authority (such as a passport, driver’s license or official identification card). At least two adult witnesses to the ceremony will be required. Medical examinations, including blood tests, are not required under Liberian Maritime Law; however, the couple may wish to obtain these, but they cannot be performed on board.
The particulars of the ceremony, as required by Liberian Maritime Law, will be documented in the vessel’s log book and sent for filing to the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Republic of Liberia, located in Reston, Virginia, USA.
A souvenir parchment wedding certificate will be provided to the couple on board, however, this certificate is not an official document and may not be used as evidence of marriage. The office of the Deputy Commissioner will issue the official marriage certificate which will be sent by Princess to an address designated by the couple.
Princess Cruises reserves the right to withdraw the wedding program at any time.
For further information on the ship's wedding programs, schedules, availability and pricing, please contact us at 888-447-1333.
