ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

With regards to the ceremony with just the two of you, many of our wedding couples travel alone to Jamaica to avoid the hassles of planning a large wedding at home.  If you are not inviting guests, the resort will provide your (2) witnesses for you.

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11). Is there a limit on how many guests we can bring?

There is no limit to the number of guests you can invite to your wedding.  Each resort sets their guideline as to the number of guests, who are covered in each wedding package and then will have an additional price per person.  Also, if there are guests attending the wedding, who are not staying at the resort where the wedding is being held, each resort does charge a "guest pass fee" to permit the guest to enter the resort for the time of the ceremony and reception.

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12). Does the resort offer a steaming or pressing service for the wedding dress?

There are off property services that will handle the seaming of the dress.  Prices are determined on the size, detail and material of the dress.  However, we have usually found that if the dress is taken out of the garment bag and hung up in the room over night, that all of the creases will come out naturally and it will not be necessary to press the dress.

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13). When do we meet the on-site wedding coordinator?

Upon arrival, wedding couples will receive a letter from the wedding coordinator (either from the front desk or in their room) with an appointment time and date to meet with the coordinator. 

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14). What happens if it rains on my wedding day?

At the resorts, the wedding department on-site always blocks an indoor function room as a back up for the outdoor sites.

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15). Can we bring our own wedding music?

Each resort provides a limited selection of music for the ceremony.  However, wedding couples are welcome to take their own wedding music CDs.

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16). Is a Jamaica Marriage License legal in the United States and what do I need to do in the United States after I return from Jamaica?

The Jamaica Marriage License is recognized throughout the world as a legal marriage license. When you receive your (2) certified copies of your marriage license (after your wedding) from either the Resort or from our offices, you may use this license to change your social security, bank accounts, wills and insurance policies, credit cards, driver licenses, automobile insurance, mortgages, Internal Revenue Service, passport and voter’s registration – just to name a few.

Once you have received your marriage certificate, you can register at your local courthouse (or take whatever steps are necessary to register the marriage in your home state)

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17). Do you know about special requirements for couples from Europe or other non-English speaking countries?

The requirements are the same as for any English speaking couple applying for their Marriage License with the exception that the Birth Certificates or Passports along with any applicable Divorce Decrees must be translated into English and the translations are required to be notarized. These translations along with the copies of the non-English documents will all be required to be able to apply for a marriage license. There are also translators available in most languages if requested in advance.

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18). What about a Rabbi? Would you be able to accommodate this request?

The Rabbi and synagogue for Jamaica are located in Kingston. Prices may be offered along with availability of dates and times at the time your wedding request is received. Prices will include travel from Kingston and accommodations in the geographic area where the wedding will be held.

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19). What are the transfer times from the Montego Bay airport to the resort?

If the Resort is in Montego Bay - 15-20 minutes

If the Resort is in Ocho Rios - 120 minutes

If the Resort is in Negril - 75 minutes

If the Resort is on the South Coast - 90 minutes

These transfer times are approximate and may vary with traffic/road conditions.

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20). What time zone is Jamaica and how does this affect traveling to Jamaica?

Jamaica relates to our Eastern Standard Time but they do NOT change time during any time of the year. There will be times when flying to Jamaica, you will need to change your watches upon arrival but you will be informed of this upon arrival on the Island.

All times, which are quoted in our wedding packages are Jamaica times. All arrival times and departure times (on your travel documents) are Jamaica times.

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21). What legal documents do I need to be able to travel to Jamaica?
Effective December 31, 2005, all persons traveling to the Caribbean will need a valid U.S. passport to re-enter the United States. No longer is an original birth certificate an accepted from of identification.

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22). What times during the day can I be married in Jamaica?
If you are being married at the resort where you are staying, your wedding coordinator will apply to the resort for you and will advise you of the time slots available for you to select from. If you are being married at one of the off-premise sites, we ask you for your “dream” time and then secure a confirmation of this time from the vendor site. Per Jamaica law, all marriages must be performed before 6:00 p.m.

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23). Should I get vaccinated before going?

Vaccinations are not necessary for Jamaica.  However, we suggest that you speak to your doctor for more information and recommendation.

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24). How much cash should I carry?

Since everything is included, you will not need cash while on the resort property.  The front desk at each resort will accept most major credit cards (MC, VISA and AMEX).  Many of them also accept traveler's checks.  Upon check in, all guests are usually asked to give a credit card to activate their room folio.  The purchase of optional services from the resort outlets will be done by signing all charges to your room folio.  Cash is not accepted at any of the in-house outlets.

However, if you are planning to go outside the resort for shopping and such, we recommend taking some cash along as some vendors do not accept credit cards or traveler's checks.  There are exchange bureaus at the local banks and at many resort front desk.  Jamaica does accept US dollars, but please note that you may receive change in the local currency.  Additionally, you may want to carry small bills to tip luggage attendants at the airport and airport transfer drivers outside of the resort

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25). How can I arrange tours outside the resort?

A variety of local tours are available at all of the all-inclusive resorts.  Reservations can be made at the resort's Tour Desk.  Please inquire about this when you arrive

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26). What are the days of the week and hours of the day, which your office is opened?

Our offices are located in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and we are opened Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

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