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Grenada & Carriacou / Special Interests / Weddings & Romance

By Sara Macefield

Grenada for romance

Grenada’s natural beauty and lush surroundings provide an ideal backdrop for a tropical break along with its atmospheric hotels and beautiful beaches. Together with its sister islands Carriacou and Petite Martinique, Grenada is renowned as one of the prettiest and least spoilt islands in the Caribbean, which gives it an added advantage in the romance stakes. The island’s scenic charms, from the rainforest to dormant volcanoes and waterfalls, bring a natural dimension to any stay, whether it’s in one of the upscale resorts, cosy locally-run hotels or plush villas. Couples can revel in the slow pace of life and take an idyllic sea bath on Grenada’s famous Grande Anse beach, or step up the pace to discover the island’s historical treasures, browse the local spice markets or jump on a boat for a sailing trip or to go whale or dolphin spotting.

Wedding in Grenada

The Caribbean is a wonderfully romantic backdrop for a wedding and Grenada has the same green and dramatic fertility as the other Windward Islands. It has some lovely coves around its southern shore, some very attractive private pretty gardens and in the rainforest there are waterfalls with rock pools where you might set up a truly original ceremony. There are also plenty of options afloat, so if you would like to have a ceremony on-board, or “go away” on a yacht, leaving your friends and family on the beach in a cove, then that is possible too. One or two villas on Grenada lend themselves well to a villa wedding, and this can be arranged as long as you have a wedding arranger to co-ordinate with the villa owner or manager prior to your arrival. And finally, there are also some lovely secluded hotels and guest-houses in Grenada, which you can take over in their entirety, to stay at or for the ceremony itself.

Grenada is not as developed as some islands, but a range of facilities is available there, from caterers and flower- arrangers to hairdressers and photographers, and from sailing yachts for two to purpose-built party boats, in case you are having a crowd. Several hotels offer wedding packages and have co-ordinators that you can deal with.

Legal requirements for getting married in Grenada:

Couples must reside in Grenada for a minimum of three working days.

Valid passports.

Both birth certificates.

A notarised lawyer's letter confirming both parties have single status.

Absolute divorce papers, if applicable.

If previous partner is deceased, then the death certificate is required.

Minimum age 18.

A deed poll certificate is needed to prove any name change.

If you are wanting a church wedding, ceremonies can be conducted by an Anglican minister and Presbyterian minister (who will also marry divorced couples). For Catholics it is more complicated and you should take advice from your local priest, although Caribbean Horizons will help you with contact to the local priest and assist with arrangements as normal. Please be aware that many of the churches have still not been repaired since Hurricane Ivan in September 2004 and so options are still limited. 

Weddings in Grenada by James Henderson

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  • The Calabash Hotel Hotels & Resorts

    One of the most agreeable, long-established hotels in the Caribbean. Small and sophisticated, with 30 suites in cottages set in a semicircle around lawns, gardens and the beach. Read more

  • Flamboyant Hotel & Villas Hotels & Resorts

    A friendly, independent 67-room hotel set above the excellent Grand Anse beach in the South of Grenada. Read more

  • Spice Island Beach Resort Hotels & Resorts

    A well-designed 64-room beachfront hotel, among the Caribbean’s best, set on Grenada’s most famous beach, Grand Anse. Read more

  • Villa Caribella Villas & Villa Living

    With its pitched roof and hint of gingerbread trim, this serene haven is the epitome of classic Caribbean style and ideally located to make the most of Grenada’s many beaches. Sleeps 6. Read more

  • Indigo Villas & Villa Living

    Outdoor living is the hallmark of this modern brightly-coloured villa with its huge veranda, spacious surroundings and easy access to nearby Tom’s Beach. Sleeps 4. Read more

  • Maca Bana Villa & Condo Resorts

    12 rooms in six villas overlooking a secluded cove in the south of Grenada. Romantic and comfortable gem, with all mod cons and fantastic views. Read more

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