How to Plan the Perfect Beach Wedding in the Maldives – A Magical Setting for Your Special Day

Published by Ama Wijerathne, June 29th, 2022

If you are considering a destination wedding, there can hardly be a better choice than a beach wedding in the beautiful Maldives. Couples who desire an unforgettable wedding ceremony in an exotic setting with local features will be delighted by selecting the Maldives with its tropical climate, lovely natural scenery, pristine sandy beaches and gleaming waters for their nuptials. Some aspects of planning a wedding in this enchanting Indian Ocean nation are discussed below.

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Get the assistance of a wedding planner

Should you desire to have your wedding ceremony at a resort in Maldives, you will receive the services of a personal wedding planner. Your wedding planner will undertake the responsibility of organizing all of the different aspects of your nuptials, such as the ceremony itself, decorations, dining arrangements, entertainment and photography, all according to your wishes and preferences. You will have the opportunity to discuss your dream wedding with him or her so that you can arrive at a ceremony that will meet your expectations. Your wedding planner will be a seasoned professional with adequate experience in coordinating such events locally as well which is ideal.

Select the timeframe for your wedding

You will find that the Maldives experiences a pleasant tropical climate all through the year. Nevertheless, there are two distinct seasons; the dry season, which will also be the high season for tourism, which extends from December through March and the rainy season, or the low season which runs from April through November. You could choose either of these periods for your wedding in Maldives, and your choice will depend on your preferences and priorities.

If you desire optimal weather, you may book your wedding ceremony for the high season, when you can expect glorious sunshine; however, you will be obliged to pay higher rates for most of your expenses during this period. On the other hand, you could also opt to have your wedding during the low season, as rain showers will not be very heavy and should not last long. During the low season, you will have the benefit of paying significantly less for your expenses in the Maldives.

Choose the wedding package that you prefer

You will have the opportunity to choose from several packages when it comes to your wedding in the Maldives. In this way, you would be able to select the features that you would like for your nuptials. A great choice for a beach wedding would be a ceremony on the sands at sunset which would be an attractive time for this momentous occasion in your two lives. As part of your wedding package, you may get to avail yourself of the services of an ensemble of ‘bodu beru’ drummers, a traditional feature at weddings held in the country. Your package could also include hairstyling and makeup for the bride, a wedding cake with champagne, a wedding certificate, digital images of your special day, a turndown gift and so on. You could also opt for a ceremony involving a visit to a secluded island or even one held underwater for couples who are licensed divers! A choice of accommodation to consider which offers Maldives wedding venues and packages as described above would be The Residence Maldives on Falhumaafushi.

Understand the legalities

It is important to keep in mind that a wedding ceremony in the Maldives would not be legally binding for foreigners. Due to this reason, many couples opt to first get legally married in their native country and later, have a ceremonial wedding in the Maldives; alternatively, you may have these occasions in the reverse order which will be up to you. Additionally, you will not be required to have legal documentation to have a wedding ceremony here.