The team at Romance Travel Group is thrilled to share some fantastic news with our valued clients and friends. We have been bestowed with the prestigious 2021 WeddingWire Couples' Choice Award, a testament to our unwavering commitment and excellence in the wedding travel sector.

WeddingWire, a leader in the worldwide wedding market, is renowned for its rigorous selection process. This involves a comprehensive analysis of customer feedback across a wide array of categories, including wedding venues, catering services, florists, photographers, and of course, travel experts. Only those who have demonstrated exceptional quality, service, responsiveness, and professionalism in their interactions with the millions of clients relying on WeddingWire for wedding planning assistance are honored with this award.

Romance Travel Group stands among the elite, having been selected based on our superior performance and positive reviews within the WeddingWire community. This achievement also signifies our inclusion in WeddingPro, the leading B2B wedding brand and a hub for industry professionals. WeddingPro, known for its extensive marketplace, educational initiatives, and community-focused events, offers a unique platform that connects businesses with over 13 million monthly visitors planning their weddings on WeddingWire and The Knot. This network also facilitates valuable connections with hundreds of thousands of industry professionals, fostering business growth and community engagement.
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We at Romance Travel Group are extremely proud to be recognized as one of the top wedding businesses on WeddingWire.com. This accolade underscores our dedication to providing exceptional travel services to couples embarking on their journey of love. For more information about our services and to experience the award-winning quality that sets us apart, we invite you to visit our website at www.RomanceTravelGroup.com. 

Not sure how to tie the knot (legally) in paradise? Read on for some tips!

But first, there are two types of destination wedding ceremonies:
 
Legal
A legal ceremony is when you receive a marriage certificate from the destination you’re married in, and is recognized legally back home. A legal ceremony typically requires more paperwork, a judge, additional fees, and occasional blood tests.
 
Symbolic
A symbolic ceremony has no legal binding, and makes up approximately 80% of all destination weddings.
 
Popular Destinations: Ceremony Requirements

Mexico
As one of our most popular wedding destinations, the bride and groom will receive no legal bearing in this symbolic marriage. In fact, the only civil ceremony that is legally recognized in Mexico, must be performed by a judge. A blood test is required for this.

Dominican Republic
If you decide to wed here, keep in mind the only legal ceremonies are the ones performed by the judge or Catholic priest. Be sure your paperwork is notarized and translated into Spanish, which will typically add an additional $500-800 to your wedding costs. 

Jamaica
Both civil and religious ceremonies performed by a minister are legally recognized in Jamaica. Jamaica is one of the easiest countries to have a legal destination wedding!

Costa Rica
Costa Rica offers legal ceremonies if they are performed by a judge. Religious ceremonies or vow renewals will hold no legal bearing, as they are considered symbolic.
 
Our Recommendation

Typically, we recommend the bride and groom go to their local courthouse, obtain your license and file the paperwork to become legally married before their destination wedding. This takes a ton of stress off during the trip.  Abd don't worry!... a symbolic destination wedding ceremony is performed just like a legal ceremony (just without the paperwork!) so your guests will never know the difference!