Getting Married
Getting Married in the Guadeloupe Islands
Tying the knot is the most precious and exciting adventure for you and your beloved partner. Choose the Guadeloupe Islands, The French Caribbean archipelago, for its Art de Vivre and Simplicty. Let us help you plan the best day of your life and build the greatest memories. Guadeloupe Islands, So French, Undeniably Caribbean!
Why the Guadeloupe Islands ?
It’s easy to see why the Caribbean are always appealing for destination weddings. However the romantic appeal of the Guadeloupe Islands is made of wonderful beaches, misty mountains, picturesque waterfalls, and French Savoir Faire. Here is why you should get married in the Guadeloupe Islands:
Grande-Anse
The archipelago is very accessible from the US with 3 non-stop flights a week from New York (JFK) with JetBlue (beginning in February 2020), and 1 non-stop flight a week from Miami with American Airlines.
Budget friendly destination thanks to JetBlue’s highly affordable air fares enabling family and friends getaways.
A riche palette of properties for you to pick from for your special day
The islands beneficiate from modern infrastructures and cherish an authentic culture guaranteeing a unique Caribbean experience
The islands beneficiate from modern infrastructures and cherish an authentic culture guaranteeing a unique Caribbean experience
Our team of wedding design experts is ready to help you plan your dream wedding.
US travelers only need a valid US passport to travel to the Guadeloupe Islands.
Getting Married & Formalities
>> Civil Ceremony <<
All couples who are willing to get married in the Guadeloupe Islands should be civilly married in their country of residence first and able to present a marriage certificate. No legal wedding can be planned unless the couple has been living on the archipelago for at least 3 months.
>> Ceremony <<
Marriage officiants and minister-in-a-can are available in the language of your choice to perform the ceremony and solemnize the marriage to make this day perfect for you and your beloved ones.
>> Vow Renewal Ceremony <<
Renewing your vows with your partner whether it is just the two of you or your closest friends and family, is it as meaningful as your wedding day. Commemorating a milestone or making up for the wedding you have never had.
>> Entry formality <<
The Guadeloupe Islands are an integral part of France and therefore, part of the European Union. A U.S. valid passport is sufficient. For non-us citizens please check the website of the French Consulate near you to know if you need a visa or not.
For Intimate Weddings
(20 – 50 Guests)
La Toubana Hotel & Spa *****
Sainte-Anne, Grande-Terre
Tie the knot at La Toubana Hotel & Spa in gorgeous settings in the middle of a tropical garden overlooking the ocean. La Toubana Hotel & Spa will seduce you with its breathtaking view of Marie-Galante and Les Saintes.
Available Services:
Multiple ceremony venues (beach, garden)
Reception venues (poolside or seaside restaurant)
Catering packages
Wedding coordination
Spa & Wellness packages
Honeymoon packages
Complementary gifts for your guest
The + :
Infinity pool
Exceptional sea view
High-end & trendyainte-Anne beach is probably the most popular in The Guadeloupe Islands. It is a family-friendly beach with shallow and calm water.
This is also the best beach for foodies who will love discovering the local market nearby the beach, trying caribbean meals at the different restaurants and of course taste the famous local ice-creams and sorbet by Fabienne Youyoute!
Tendacayou Ecolodge & Spa
Deshaies, Basse-Terre
Plan your dream wedding in the heart of the untouched and protected wild rainforest of Basse-Terre at Tendacayou over looking the Caribbean sea. A stay at Tendacayou gives you easy access to many green and water activities.
Available Services:
Breathtaking ceremony venues
Reception venue
Catering packages
Wedding coordination
Spa & Wellness packages
The + :
Exceptional natural settings
On-site outdoor spa
ocated in Port-Louis (Grande-Terre Island), Anse du Souffleur beach is a real pace of heaven.
White sand, crystal clear waters, calm and shallow sea… It is the perfect place for a family afternoon!
And if you’re hungry after your swim,you can take a Bokit (a tasty local sandwich) and a delicious coconut sorbet at one of the food trucks located on the beach.
For Large Weddings
(50 – 150 Guests)
La Créole Beach Hotel & Spa ****
Le Gosier, Grande-Terre
Ideally located at the center of the archipelago and 10 mins from the airport, La Creole Beach Hotel & Spa is a perfect place to say “I Do”. A peaceful paradise steeped in turquoise water and shaded by palm trees located 5 mins away (walking) from most city attractions: restaurants, bar, casino, markets and beaches.
Available Services:
Multiple ceremony venues (beach, garden)
Reception venues (poolside or seaside restaurant)
Catering packages
Wedding coordination
Spa & Wellness packages
The + :
Centrally located
Great on-site entertainment (restaurants, bar, jazz club)
Refined French Creole atmosphere
Langley Resort Fort Royal ***
Deshaies, Basse-Terre
Langley Resort Fort Royal is the only beachfront hotel in Basse-Terre in the Guadeloupe Islands. Nestled between a lush mountainous landscape and splendid stretch of golden sand beach by the Caribbean sea, Langley Resort Fort Royal offers a tropical ambiance with unrivaled sunset views. It is ideal for beach ceremonies.
Available Services:
Outdoor ceremony venue (beach)
Reception venues (poolside or seaside restaurant)
Catering packages
Private cocktail
Brunch
Honeymoon package
The + :
Amazing beach location
Ideal access to green activities
Pierre & Vacances Holiday Village ***
Sainte-Anne, Grande-Terre
Pierre & Vacances Holiday Billage is perfect for beach weddings. Located in Sainte-Anne, Grande-Terre, the hotel offers good values and is budget friendly. Treat yourself and your guests with a real French Creole experience.
Available Services:
Multiple ceremony venues (beach, garden)
Reception venues (poolside or seaside restaurant)
Catering packages / full Creole buffet
Wedding coordination
Private cocktail
Brunch
The + :
Multiple beaches for ceremony
Budget friendly for big weddings