Tying the Knot in St. Vincent & the Grenadines

Over the years, St. Vincent and the islands of the Grenadines have become a popular choice for destination weddings. As a result, there are now a number of catering companies and photographers, along with a trusted network of reputable and reliable suppliers, whose combined experience and local knowledge ensure that the couple and their guests have ample time to relax and enjoy these lovely islands, at their leisure.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines possess all of the necessary ingredients to ensure a perfectly romantic wedding day. There are countless venues from which to choose sandy white beaches, a hilltop at sunset, sailing around a picturesque harbor, a lush tropical garden surrounded by colorful blooms, a charming island church, or even a deserted island the choice is all yours.

Isolated beaches, romantic moonlit evenings, swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, walks, hikes, island explorations, and island nightlife are but a handful of the possibilities available when you choose a destination wedding in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Abounding in natural beauty, steeped in history and rich in cultural heritage, St. Vincent is still relatively untouched by mass tourism and remains a wonderful place to get away from it all and soak up some true Caribbean culture.

Destination Wedding St. Vincent and the Grenadines

St. Vincent and the Grenadines fascinating history stretches into the past for centuries. The main island of St. Vincent is home to the oldest botanical gardens in the Western hemisphere. Wide lawns, tropical flowers from around the world, and historical plants like St. Vincent's original breadfruit tree, an event here is a perfect way to infuse the ceremony with the vibrant culture.

Raffles Conouon church is a 17th century Anglican church, brought to the island stone by stone from England in the 19th century. The church now features beautiful murals and stained glass windows. Guests can hold wedding ceremonies in the church. Saltwhistle Bay Club on Mayreau is a boutique style property designed with couples in mind. Set on a pristine crescent beach with a stone and palm restaurant/bar that's open to the ocean breezes, the 8 room hotel puts honeymooners close to spectacular snorkeling, sailing and diving opportunities in the Tobago Cays. Couples with larger weddings or honeymoon budgets can whisk off to Petit St. Vincent for a truly off the beaten path experience. Tie the know anywhere on the 113-acre private island.

Wedding Requirements:
Must be resident for 24 hours before applying for a license.
Parties must reside in the state for a minimum of one day.
License costs 500EC; stamps for license 20EC
License can be obtained one day before the wedding
Valid passports of both applicants, as well as ongoing plane tickets
License is valid for three months from the date of issue
If either party were married before, certified notarized copy of divorce papers
All documents must be in English

Also available are customized wedding packages at nearby white sand beaches, a beautiful local church, or on a sunset cruise.