Dreams Punta Cana Wedding Guide
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Dreams Punta Cana Wedding Guide
WEDDING GUIDE PropertyDescription Gently kissing the palm fringed beach of Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa is the surreal turquoise sea, a gift for your senses and your heart. The warm smiles of our staff make you feel like both an old friend and an honored guest. This is truly a place of fantasy — Dreams Punta Cana. A magical experience for families, couples, singles and friends. Perfectly located on the magnificent east coast of the Dominican Republic, the natural beauty of the island and nearby coral reef nurtures an incredible number of flora and fauna — and it will nourish your spirit as well. Every detail has been selected for your complete pleasure and total relaxation. Uncrowded. Unrushed. Unequaled. Dreams Wedding Packages Dreams Wedding in Paradise Package This package is complimentary when booking at least 7 nights in the Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite or higher or if 5 rooms, any category, are booked for at least 3 nights. This package also applies for renewal of vows ceremony. This package includes: • Symbolic Ceremony* • Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding coordinator • Preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire • Complimentary room for the groom the night before the wedding Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days in advance of the wedding date. Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and package subject to change without notice. This package cannot be combined with the Dreams Eternity Honeymoon Package for both to be received complimentary and the free wedding package cannot be deducted when purchasing other packages. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. Please note restrictions apply when combining the complimentary wedding package with the Groups, Gatherings, and Getaways promotion. See promotion terms and conditions for details. The complimentary wedding package may not be available during all dates and times at the discretion of the resort. (based on availability and upon request) • Bride’s bouquet • Boutonniere for the groom • Ceremony décor: 10 chairs with white covers, ceremonial table. • Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 10 guests) • Special turn-down service the night of the wedding • 15% discount on all spa treatments (Boutique purchases not included) • Newlywed Package (see pg. 9 for inclusions) • Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request) • Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details) 2016/2017 Selling Price: $999 USD Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the wedding without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $100. 4 *Additional fees apply for service of a judge or minister. These fees vary by resort and will be confirmed by the wedding coordinator. Please advise the wedding coordinator if you would like to include legal or religious services in your ceremony and all arrangements will be made accordingly. Symbolic ceremony is offered at the Gazebo, beach location will incur additional fees, please discuss with your wedding coordinator. • Special turn-down service the night of the wedding • 15% discount on all spa treatments (boutique purchases not included) • Newlywed Package (see pg.9 for inclusions) • Waterford Yours Truly toasting flutes Dreams of Love Wedding Package • Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request) This package includes: • Free Anniversary Nights (see pg.8 for details) • Symbolic Ceremony* • Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding coordinator • Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire 2016 Selling Price: $2,799 USD *August, September and October 2016 Selling Price: $2,499 USD 2017 Selling Price: $3,199 USD *August, September and October 2017 Selling Price: $2,799 USD • Complimentary room for the groom the night before the wedding Dreams Wedding Packages Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days in advance of the wedding date. Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and package subject to change without notice. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. A percentage of wedding guest accommodations may be required to confirm the wedding. The policy is up to the resort’s discretion and should be discussed when saving the date with the wedding coordinator. Additional cost per guest for the Dreams of Love Package starts at $63/person (does not include taxes). (based on availability and upon request) • Bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere • Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party • Bride’s hairstyling for day of ceremony • Bride’s make-up application for day of ceremony • Ceremony décor: 20 chairs with white covers, ceremonial table. • Wedding Cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests) • Private Cocktail Hour with hors d’oeuvres (silver menu, up to 20 guests) • Private Dinner Reception (silver menu, up to 20 guests) • Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table • 36 full color photos and wedding album (taken during ceremony) Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the wedding without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $500. *Additional fees apply for service of a judge or minister. These fees vary by resort and will be confirmed by the wedding coordinator. Please advise the wedding coordinator if you would like to include legal or religious services in your ceremony and all arrangements will be made accordingly. 5 *2016: In the months of August, September and October 2016 the package price will be $2,999 USD. All remaining months of 2016 will be the standard package pricing of $3,299 USD. *2017: In the months of August, September and October 2017 the package price will be $2,799 USD. All remaining months of 2017 will be the standard package pricing of $3,199 USD. Dreams Wedding Packages • Waterford Yours Truly toasting flutes • Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request) Dreams Ultimate Wedding Package • 50 full color photos taken during the ceremony and wedding album This package includes: • Video of ceremony (15-30 minutes depending on length of ceremony) • Symbolic Ceremony* • Choice of a couples spa treatment (options to be provided by resort) • Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding coordinator • Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details) • Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire • Complimentary room for the groom the night before the wedding 2016 Selling Price: $3,299 USD *August, September and October 2016 Selling Price: $2,999 USD (based on availability) • Bride’s hairstyling for day of ceremony • Bride’s make-up application for day of ceremony • Bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere • Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party • Ceremony décor- 20 chairs with white covers and ceremonial table • Wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests) • Private Cocktail Hour with hors d’oeuvres (Gold menu, up to 20 guests) • Private Dinner Reception (Gold menu, up to 20 guests) • Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table • Natural floral centerpiece for ceremonial table (1) • Live Caribbean music trio (1 set, during cocktail hour) • Special turn-down service night of the wedding • 15% discount on all spa treatments (Boutique purchases not included) • Newlywed Package (see pg. 9 for details) 2017 Selling Price: $3,599 USD *August, September and October 2017 Selling Price: $3,299 USD Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days in advance of the wedding date. Subject to availability & double occupancy only. Prices and package subject to change without notice. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer.A percentage of wedding guest accommodations may be required to confirm the wedding. The policy is up to the resort’s discretion and should be discussed when saving the date with the wedding coordinator. Additional cost per guest for Dreams Ultimate package starts at $73/person(does not include taxes). Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the wedding without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $500. For wedding packages that are downgraded within 6 months of the wedding date, the package cannot be downgraded without the penalty. The wedding package downgrade penalty is $500. When package is downgraded, the time of ceremony is subject to change based on availability. *Additional fees apply for service of a judge or minister. These fees vary by resort and will be confirmed by the wedding coordinator. Please advise the wedding coordinator if you would like to include legal or religious services in your ceremony and all arrangements will be made accordingly. *2016: In the months of August, October and September 2016 the package price will be $2,999 USD. All remaining months of 2016 will be the standard package pricing of $3,299 USD.*2017: In the months of August, September and October 2017 the package price will be $3,299 USD. All remaining months of 2017 will be the standard package pricing of $3,599 USD. 6 Shaadi Package Expertly crafted for South Asian Weddings Through our expertise and partnerships with amazing décor suppliers and chefs specializing in authentic Indian cuisine, you can rest assured knowing that your traditions and customs will be honored and our dedicated on-site wedding coordinators will work diligently to create unique and dynamic wedding events. Our Shaadi Package consists of six events over the course of three days and inclusive of seventy five guests. Please work with your dedicated on-site coordinator to tailor these events, add guests, or create additional events. We are at your service! For more information on the Shaadi Package please visit: http://www.dreamsresorts.com/punta-cana/weddings-sa or contact the Wedding Coordinator: [email protected] 7 Dreams Eternity Honeymoon Package This package is complimentary when booking the Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite or higher for a minimum of 7 nights. • Sparkling wine, fresh fruit and flowers in room upon arrival • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas one morning of stay, reservation with concierge required • Tension Release Massage for two in our couple massage suite • (25 minutes) Choice couples spa treatment (25 minutes, options to be provided by resort) • Private beachfront dinner one evening - upon return from dinner you will find a romantic turndown service (includes a bottle of domestic wine and silver menu for two) • Private petit fours each evening at turn down service • Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details) 2016/2017 Selling Price: $999 USD Note: Please request your honeymoon package at time of booking. Restrictions/exclusions: Not available during Christmas and New Years Eve. Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Taxes and gratuity included. Prices and package subject to change without notice. This package cannot be combined with the Dreams Wedding in Paradise Package for both to be received complimentary. To receive the package complimentary.it is only applicable to couples staying within three months of their wedding or staying over their anniversary date. Couple must present a copy of their wedding invitation or marriage certificate at the time of check-in. Package is available to all guests when purchased at the selling price. 8 Free Anniversary Nights ** Stay a minimum of 7-nights for your honeymoon at Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa and earn complimentary nights toward a return stay over your first anniversary! All eligible wedding reservations will receive the following when staying at Dreams Resorts & Spas for their anniversary: Stay 4 nights over first anniversary date and receive 1 additional night free. OR Stay a minimum of 5 nights over first anniversary date and receive 2 additional nights free. Booking window is year round. Guests must have the authorized anniversary night certificate from the resort of their initial stay in order to receive the free anniversary night (s). To be eligible for the free anniversary nights, guests must stay during their actual anniversary date. Anniversary nights must be redeemed at same resort brand as the initial stay. Marriage certificate must be provided upon arrival. Blackout dates and restrictions may apply. This promotion is not combinable with any other offers. 9 Newlywed & Anniversary Package This complimentary package includes: • Welcome letter • Fresh fruit • Bottle of sparkling wine • Special turn down service • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas • 15% discount on all spa treatments (Reservations must be made in advance with concierge) Note: Please request newlywed or anniversary package at time of booking. Couple will be required to present a copy of wedding invitation or marriage certificate at time of check-in. Package is subject to change without notice and is only applicable to couples staying within three months of their wedding or over their anniversary date. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. 10 Dreams Ever After Vow Renewal Package This package is complimentary when booking a minimum of 5 nights in the Honeymoon Suite Ocean View or higher. This package includes: • Service of a dedicated on-site wedding coordinator • Renewal of Vows Ceremony • Corsage • Boutonniere • Sparkling wine toast for two • Certificate of Renewed Vows • Special dining arrangements for two the evening of the ceremony • Romantic turn-down service • Anniversary Package 2016/2017 Selling Price $499 USD or Complimentary Note: Please contact the wedding coordinator at the resort at least 30 days in advance to confirm date availability. Once ceremony date is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the ceremony without a fee. For ceremonies booked within 6 months of the ceremony date it cannot be canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $100. Terms & Conditions: Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and package subject to change without notice. This package is for two people and cannot be combined with other complimentary packages or be deducted when purchasing other packages. Additional costs may apply for additional guests and optional services requested. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. 11 Waterford Truly Yours Champagne Flute Pair The Waterford Yours Truly Champagne Flute Pair (please request through the website after the wedding). Consumers who purchase the Dreams of Love and Ultimate Wedding Package qualify to receive a pair of Your Truly champagne flutes. Upon returning home from their wedding at Dreams Resorts & Spas, the bride and groom will upload the required information about their stay for validation. Once all travel, minimum nights and resort stays are validated, the information will be submitted for processing. Full name, resort of stay, date of travel and complete shipping address must be submitted to qualify. Please allow a minimum of four weeks from the date of submission to receive the champagne flutes. Champagne flutes are not redeemable for cash, are non-transferable and cannot be applied to an alternate reservation. For more information please click HERE! 12 Honeymoon Wishes Registry You only need so many pots, pans, sheets, and towels. Now that you’ve found the perfect destination for your dream honeymoon, why not register for all the honeymoon experiences you would like to have!? The Honeymoon Wishes registry gives your guests a chance to purchase you and your new spouse an unbelievable experience to enjoy on your honeymoon. You can register for things like an excursion, a massage, special dinner arrangements, and many more! It’s easy to register. Simply vist dreams.honeymoonwishes.com and click “Start Now” under Start a Registry. From there you will be able to fill out all of the necessary information and begin registering for items to use during your honeymoon. For questions or assistance, please call customer service at the toll free number 1-877-699-5884. International couples please call 858433-1506. Or for more information, visit: http://dreams.honeymoonwishes.com/main/contact-information 13 Additional Wedding Imagery At Dreams Punta Cana, we feel each wedding should be as unique and special as you are! The wedding coordinators are able to customize your wedding specifically to your tastes. We strongly encourage to share your vision with your wedding coordinator by giving them pictures of your dream set up and they will work to make it a reality. From flowers, ceremony chairs, finishing touches and more, your day can be just how you imagined it to be! To see images of wedding locations and previous set ups the resort has beautifully executed, please view our Pinterest board for the resort at: https://www.pinterest.com/dresortswedding/dreams-punta-cana-resort-spa/. 14 Destination Wedding Checklist 6 –12 MONTHS BEFORE 1 MONTH BEFORE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Contact wedding coordinator to choose a wedding date Indicate if you would like a Symbolic or Legal ceremony (note: selecting a legal ceremony date may take longer as the coordinator will need to work with the judge’s schedule) Explore your wedding vision: ceremony/reception location, time of the day, estimated number of guests Select your wedding package, ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception venues. Send deposit to coordinator to reserve your selected date Once deposit is received and processed, a formal confirmation of the email is sent (approximately one week after receipt of deposit) Coordinator will email forms, pictures and options Sign-up for your Honeymoon Registry 6 –11 MONTHS BEFORE • • • • • Determine an estimated budget guideline Begin clarifying your wedding vision: theme, colors, little extras Work with the resort or travel agent to make guest reservations and secure a room block Be sure your have your passport and all documents needed; if you are planning a legal wedding, the coordinator will be sure you know what the legal forms needed are Secure DJ, band, photographers and videographer (be sure to speak to your wedding coordinator when booking outside vendors) 4 – 6 MONTHS BEFORE • • Determine additional wedding events (welcome cocktail party, rehearsal dinner, day-after brunch) Start planning outside resort activities like golf, tours, etc. if desired 2–3 MONTHS BEFORE • • • • • • • • Finalize guest list and room requirements Confirm ceremony and reception locations (in case you want to make any changes) Select décor option, choose flowers, pick the cake Book ceremony musicians with coordinator (Mariachis, violinist, etc.) Share with the coordinator any special readings or songs requested for the ceremony Finalize reception chart, seat cards (if applicable) and send to Wedding Coordinator Start working on menus For legal ceremonies, send completed paperwork to coordinator (MUST be received at least 2 months prior) Confirm all décor, floral, cake and “little extras” with coordinator Confirm menus for all events (cocktail hour, reception, rehearsal dinner, etc.) Book hair and make-up appointments at the spa for bride and bridal party Have programs, menus, place cards, etc. printed Confirm timeline of event (i.e.: seated for meal, first dance, father daughter dance, cake cutting, etc.) Cofirm that all special requests have been noted and planned for 3 WEEKS BEFORE • • • Review your wedding contract and make final ammendments Send guest list of those not staying at the resort to the wedding coordinator Be sure the wedding coordinator has your travel schedule and your final guest list, seating charts and events UP TO 1 WEEK BEFORE • • • • • • • Arrive at the resort (based on the type of ceremony you will have) On-site meeting with coordinator to go over all event details and make any last minute changes or additions Have a trial hair and make-up run through at the salon if desired Set-up a spa day with bridesmaids, mother and other loved ones Arrange for welcome bag room drop if desired Arrange a private dinner on the beach — just the two of you! Leave your wedding dress & groom’s attire with your coordinator to have steamed and prepared for the big day 1 DAY BEFORE • • • Have a welcome cocktail party, rehearsal dinner or welcome dinner if desired Arrange for special room drops (champagne, flowers, petit fours) to be sent to parents or wedding party Bride & Groom: Get an early night sleep. Tomorrow is the Big Day! WEDDING DAY • • • • Have a nice breakfast Go to your hair appointment (remember to bring your veil & flowers) Your coordinator will check in with your throughout the day as she organizes everything. Today is YOUR day and she will be with you every step of the way. RELAX, SMILE & make the most of this memorable daySpecial turn-down service night of the wedding For a pdf version of this list, please view 15 http://www.dreamsresorts.com/pdfs/Dreams_Wedding_Timeline.pdf Customized Wedding Services DECORATIONS Dreams Punta Cana offers personalized and customized wedding services to meet every couple’s desires. Canopy/Huppa Decor (Tropical Flowers) Tiki Torches Bows for Chairs CEREMONY Non-denominational Minister $450 Services for the Judge $540 Catholic Priest or Minister $600 (service of the Judge and legalized marriage license in Spanish) $20/torch FLOWERS Tall Glass Vase Centerpiece (Tropical Flowers) starting from $100 Bride’s Bouquet starting from $120 Boutonniere starting from $20 Boutonniere (Orchid) $30 Corsage (Tropical Flowers) $40 Corsage(Orchid or Hydrangeas) $50 Decoration (Wedding Gazebo) starting from $500 Bridesmaids Bouquet $55 Basket of Petals $75 Multi-Color Bag of Petals $55 Single Flower (Tropical) $25-$30 Gazebo Flowers (Tropical) $500 $500 $3/chair Colored Table Cloths starting from $25/cloth Gazebo Draping (White Fabric) Charger plates $500-$600 From $3.00-5.00 Led cocktail table $45.00 Standard cocktail table $35.00 High chair for cocktail table $14.00 Napkins $3.00 Napkins rings$5.00 Bistro lights From $437.00/ 665.00 Tents with lighting or covered w/ fabric From $410.00/ 510.00 Lounge set up From $306.00 Table Runner $16 Upgraded Chairs (Tiffany/Avant Garde/ Bamboo/Napolean/Dior/Ghost) Standard chair with white cover Aislerunner 16 $8-$15 each $3.00 each From $88.00 /125.00 All prices are in US dollars and are subject to change. Customized Wedding Services Buffet # 3 $65.00 p/p (minimum 50 people) SET-UP (Price per hour up to 20 people) Food & Beverage Extras Silver bar package Extra guests for Silver bar package Prices do not include waiter service for private events on beach, Santo Domingo Plaza and any of the terraces. Basic Set-up for Receptions, Rehearsal Dinners, Private Events with Set Menu (Price per person per hour) $15/person Beach ceremony with Wedding In Paradise package Rehearsal with Meal at World Café $300 $9.99/person Rehearsal Dinner at World Café Terrace Set menu dinner at la carte restaurant $15/person $14.99 per person. (Portofino or Oceana) Menu for 20 people maximum, subject to availability. Beach and Santo Domingo Plaza $15/person Decoration set up (Brought by couple) Paper lanterns set up (Brought by couple) $150 $1.00 per unit Gold bar package (Price per hour up to 20 people) Extra guests for Gold bar package (Price per person per hour) Platinum bar package (Price per hour up to 20 people) Extra guests for Platinum bar package Extra hour at reception (Up to 20 people. Includes silver bar and waiters service) Extra guests at extra hour reception $200.00 $10.00 $300.00 $15.00 $400.00 $20.00 $300 $15.00 (Price per person. Includes silver bar and waiter’s service) Bottle of Red Wine (Chianti Ruffino) $75 Bottle of White Wine (Pouilly Fuisse, Louis Latour) $63 Wooden Dance Floor from $470/650.00 Bottle of Robert Mondavi Private Selection Chardonay $37 Lighted Dance Floor for Reception from $775/$1025 Moet et Chandon $95 Dom Perignon FOOD & BEVERAGE Perrier Juvet Gran Brut All prices include tax and service. Wedding Cake $7/person Corkage 28% of the bottle selling cost Buffet Packages (please view menus on pages 28 and 29) Dominican Theme $3,700 ($74 per additional person) Caribbean Theme $290 $3500 ($70 per additional person) Buffet # 1 $50.00 p/p (minimum 40 people) Buffet # 2 $60.00 p/p (minimum 50 people) $85 SHOWS & EXTRAS Fire Show (3 artists for 10 minutes) $750 Fireworks Silver (1 minute) $999 Fireworks Gold (3 minutes) $1,499 Fireworks Platinum (5 minutes) $1,799 All prices are in US dollars and are subject to change. Customized Wedding Services Rooms Deliveries Sax (1 hour) $350. Violin (1 hour) $350. $3/delivery Projector $250/hour Screen Cigar Roller $350 for up to 20 people ($10 for each additional guest) Mixer CDJ $260 Bonfire Clown Show$400/hour Crazy hours (Locomotion, 3 artists)$750 Crazy hours (Carnival, 6 artists)$950 $90 $125 Robotic lights (set of 2)$350 Fog & Bubble machine $150 each PHOTOGRAPHERS & VIDEOGRAPHERS MUSIC & AUDIOVISUALS Caribbean Trio $350 Amber Photo Package Perico Ripiao $400 (1 hour coverage, 50 images on a CD, Photo album) 10 Musician Band $2800 Quartz photo Package $150 Pearl Photo Package Basic DJ (3 hours) $550 DJ (Additional hour) $175 Emerald Photo Package Full DJ with Lights $850 DJ & Lights (Additional Hour) $250 Opal Photo Package $1,800 $1995 (4 hours coverage, 200 images on a CD, Adventure Deluxe Photo album, HD Slide show, 1 Canvas 20x30) $2495 (Full day coverage, 350 images on a CD, Adventure Deluxe Photo album, HD Slide show, 1 Canvas 20x30, 1 Metal Print 8X10) $2895 (Full day coverage, 500 images on a CD, Adventure Deluxe Photo album, HD Slide show, 1 Canvas 20x30, 1 Metal Print 8X10) Rock Band Extra Hour (1 hour) $900 Topaz Photo Package Sax and Piano (1hour) $650 Violin & Piano (1 hour) $650. Ruby Photo Package Piano (1 hour) $350. 18 $1195 (3 hours coverage, 100 images on a CD, Adventure Photo album, HD Slide show) Sound System Rock Band (2 hours) $695 $3495 (Full day coverage, 600 images on a CD, Adventure Deluxe Photo album, HD Slide show, 1 Canvas 20x30, 1 Metal Print 8X10, 2 Hrs video, 2 hrs photo booth) $4955 (Full day coverage, 2 photographers, all images on a CD, Adventure Supreme Photo album, HD Slide show, 2 Canvas 20x30, 1 Metal Print 8X10, 3 Hrs video, 2 hrs photo booth) All prices are in US dollars and are subject to change. Customized Wedding Services Diamond Photo Package $5795 (Complete wedding coverage, 2 photographers, all images on a CD, 2 Adventure Supreme Photo album, HD Slide show, 2 Canvas 20x30, 2 Metal Print 8X10, Full day video, 3 hrs. Photo booth, Trash the Dress) Photo booth 2 hours US$650.00 Photo booth 3 hours US$800.00 Photo booth 4 hours US$950.00 $699.00 Bronze Video Package Silver Video Package $1,200 Gold Video Package $1,600 HOTEL PASSES Half Day Pass $79/person Full Day Pass $109/person Wedding Pass $55/person (from 12:00 PM until the wedding reception ends) (Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner) (Guest arrives 1 hour before the ceremony until the wedding reception ends) Wedding Pass 2 $105/person Extra Supplier Pass $150/person (Includes lunch, cocktail hour and reception or dinner) 19 Ceremony Locations Beach Gazebo Max 125 Max 125 20 Reception Locations Beach Bordeaux Terrace Set up with round tables of up to 10 people per table. A beach buffet is prepared for groups that have chosen this venue. In the case of weather not permitting the development of the event, the ballroom would be a designated location. A set up of U$15.00 per person applies for beach reception. Set up in round tables of up to 10 people per table. This terrace is ideal for receptions, cocktail hours and get together because of its beautiful ocean view, which makes it one of the best sites in the property. Max capacity 200 Max capacity 90 21 Reception Locations Portofino Terrace Himitsu Terrace Max capacity 50 Max Capacity 200 Set up in round and rectangular tables, it is surrounded by beautiful gardens and fountains. It’s stone and wood outdoor decorations bring a very tropical and warm feel to any event. Set up in round and rectangular tables, it is the largest of all the terraces. With an amazing view overlooking the gardens, gazebo and other venues, it is quite the impressive location to have an intimate activity. 22 Reception Locations World Café Terrace Santo Domingo Ballroom Beautifully set around fountains and native Taino sculptures, this terrace is perfect for any type of event. It is on our main buffet restaurants side, with easy access to all our international cuisines. It is our indoor location, where you can also celebrate a warm and private event. The ballroom can be divided into 3 separate meeting spaces to accommodate almost any type of group, whether a large one or a more intimate celebration. Max capacity 50 Max capacity 220 23 Reception Dinner and Locations The resort has various locations where we are able to set your dream wedding reception depending on your preferences. Our packages include either the Silver or Gold Dinner Wedding package and can be set up at any of the above mentioned terraces or ballroom. Dinner Policies • S et menus for wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners are available for groups. (Additional charges apply) •N o music or dancing are allowed in any of our restaurants. •M usic is only allowed at private events on our different terraces or/ and in our ballroom. •W edding receptions included in the packages offer 1 hour for cocktail and three hours for dinner reception, after this time an additional fee applies per person per hour. All events are permitted until no later than 11:00 PM. • E xtra hour fee - 2 to 20 people – $300.00 (minimum charge) Extra person after initial 20 – $15.00/person/hour • W eather is reviewed four hours prior for all outside ceremonies or activities. If inclement weather is forecasted, the ceremony and/or reception must be moved alternate locations indoor. • Terraces are subject to availability and reserved on a first come, first serve basis. • Guests can provide their own music at no additional fee; however, guests must rent a sound system. • All times are subject to availability. • Ceremonies performed by a Judge, Minister or Priest are subject to availability. • Guests not staying at Dreams Punta Cana must pay for a hotel pass to 24 Silver Dinner Menu Couple should pick one of each of the following: Appetizer, Salad, Main Course and Dessert Appetizers Stuffed Avocado with Shrimp Salad Caprese Salad Tomato stuffed with Chicken Salad Assorted Dominican Appetizers Mango Salad with Shrimp and Roasted Coconut Soups Carribean Seafood Soup Cream of Tomato Soup with Tangerine and Fresh Basil Garnished Tortilla Soup Dominican “Sancocho” (Meat Stew) Main Courses Chicken Cordon Blue in a Pomodoro Sauce Beef Tenderloin with Fresh Mushrooms, Served with Chateau Potatoes and Vegetables Mahi Mahi Fillet with Chive Froth Over Green Risotto Served with Sautéed Vegetables Fish and Shrimp Braid with Zinfandel Wine and Saffron Sauce, Served with Baked Potato and Vegetables Desserts Brownie Papaya Mousse Cannoli Over Pineapple and Chocolate Sauces Apple Pie with a Calvados and Vanilla Sauces Tropical fruits martini with grand marnier Pineapple “Volteado” with a Rum- Raisin Sauce The Dreams of Love wedding package includes the silver dinner for up to 20 people staying at the hotel and may be purchased on its own for $800 US. Each additional person will incur a $40.00 US fee. This amount includes food and beverage for the wedding during 3 hours. Sit down dinner is available for up to 50 people. 25 Gold Dinner Menu Couple should pick one of each of the following: Appetizer, Salad, Main Course and Dessert Appetizers Crab Cake with Mango and Coriander Vinaigrette Hearts of Palm, Creole and Romaine Lettuce Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Beef carpaccio with peppers vinaigrette Lettuce with a Papaya and Nut Coulis Caribbean Seafood Salad Soups Cream of Asparagus Soup Cream of Tomato Soup with Tangerine and Fresh Basil Lobster Bisque Dominican “Sancocho” (Meat Stew) Main Courses Mahi Mahi stuffed cream cheese mouse and green pepper Chicken Breast Supreme Stuffed with Port Sauce Marinated Crayfish, Served with Pasta Meuniere Fresh Salmon Fillet with Capers, Lemon, Tomato and White Wine Sauce, Served with Rice and Mushrooms Beef Medallions and Shrimp with Cordial and Black Pepper Sauces Desserts Tiramisu Apple Pie with Calvados and Vanilla Sauce Cheese and Strawberry Cake with Zapote and Guava Sauces Kahlùa Flan with Coconut and Chocolate Sauces The Dreams Ultimate wedding package includes the Gold dinner for up to 20 people staying at the hotel and may be purchased on its own for $960 US. Each additional person will incur a $48.00 US fee. This amount includes food and beverage for the wedding during 3 hours. Sit down dinner is available for up to 50 people. Please ask for buffet options with bigger groups. 26 Platinum Dinner Menu Couple should pick one of each of the following: Appetizer, Salad, Main Course and Dessert Appetizers Caribbean Ceviche Shrimps Cocktail with Brandy Sauce Cesar salad with chicken Hearts Of Palm and Smoked Ham Salad with Balsamic Vinegar and Cantaloupe Soups Cream of Pumpkin Oven Baked with Honey Cream of Clam Poultry Consommè with Tortellini and Vegetables Julienne Cream of Water Cress And Scallops Sorbets Passion Fruit Sorbet • Sangria Sorbet • Tangerine Sorbet • Champagne Sorbet Main Courses Lobster Tail And Beef Steak Grilled with Red Wine Sauce, Accompanied with Sautéed Mushrooms. Rack Of Lamb Filled with Pine Nuts, Artichokes and Mushrooms with Mint Sauce, Served with Fresh Vegetables Grouper Fillet Filled with Shrimp, Served Over Saffron Rice with Cardinal Sauce Flank Steak sausage with mushrooms and pepper sauce Desserts Moka’s Bavaroise with a Touch of Dominican Republic Rum Chocolate Surprise Chocolate, Kahlùa and Nut Cake with Strawberry and Vanilla Sauces Tropical fruits millesulle (mil hojas) in English sauce $1,300.00 US (up to 20 people staying at the hotel) Service & Tax included. Each additional person will incur a $65 US fee. This amount includes food and beverage for the wedding during 3 hours. With the Dreams Ultimate Package, to upgrade to the Platinum Menu from the Gold Dinner menu, there is an additional fee of $340 US. Sit down dinner is available for up to 50 people. Please ask for buffet options with bigger groups. 27 Hors D’oeuvres Menu Silver: Choose 3 cold $180.00 USD (tax & service included) Additional guest: $9.00 USD (tax & service included) Gold: Choose 3 cold and 1 hot Platinum: Choose 4 cold and 2 hot $220.00 USD (tax & service included) Additional guest: $11.00 USD (tax & service included) $280.00 USD (tax & service included) Additional guest: $14.00 USD (tax & service included) For 20 people. For every person extra a supplement will be charged Bar packlage will have an extra cost Cold Canapés Hot Canapes Smoked Salmon Canapé Stuffed Eggs with Tuna Mousse Tuna Tartlets Fresh Salmon Tartlets Cream Cheese Rolls and Avocado Assorted Sushi BabyTomato Stuffed with Russian Salad Crab Canapé Roast Beef Canapé Ham Canapé Prosciutto Canapé Tuna Canapé Machego Cheese Canapé Mozzarella Cheese Canapé Turkey Breast Canapé Stuffed Eggs Pear with Blue Cheese Melon, Cheese and Grape Brochette Ham and Pineapple Fish Balls Chicken Wings Fried Calamari Rings Chicken Fingers Fish Sticks Meatballs in Pomodoro Sauce Chicken Taquitos Ham and Cheese Quesadillas Spring Rolls Mini Beef Brochette 28 Buffet Menu #1 Buffet Menu #2 Buffet Menu #3 US$ 50.00 per person Tax & service included US$ 60.00 per person Tax & service included US$ 50.00 per person Tax & service included Minimum 40 pax Minimum 40 pax Minimum 40 pax Salad Bar Salad Bar Stuffed Tomatoes with Shrimp salad Avocado filed with Crab meat Cesar salad Avocado salad with Crab Cold cut plate Tomato salad with basil and black olives Salad Bar Coleslaw salad Tomatoes and Parmesan cheese Pasta salad Shrimp Ceviche Vegetable Soup Hot Dish Cheese plate Puff pastry filled with spinach and eggplants dressing Cream of Vegetable soup Cold cuts Hot Dish Cheese plate Roast potatoes with fine Herbs Cream of Carrot soup Rice with Bell Peppers Corn on the cob Hot Dish Potato Croquettes Mixed vegetables Provenzal Sweet and sour chicken Mixed Vegetables Grill Chicken brochette Rice with Asparagus Breaded Sea Bass with almonds Grill Beef tenderloin with black pepper sauce Flank steak with bordelaise sauce Salmon Hollandaise Mixed vegetables Potato Croquettes Rice with vegetables Grilled Mahi Mahi Chicken Cordon Bleu Baby back Ribs Desserts Desserts Strawberry pie Apple pie French pastries and fruit salad Chocolate cheese cake Strawberry short cake Chocolate éclair 29 Desserts Cheese flan Domincan Theme Buffet Menu #2 US$3,700.00 (Tax &Service included) US$3,500.00 (Tax & Service included) Extra guest: US$74. 00 per person (Tax & Service included) Extra guest: US$70.00 per person(Tax & Service included) Minimum 50 people Minimum 50 people Salad Bar Salad Bar Fruit salad with toasted coconut Mixed vegetables with honey dressing Tomato and onion salad Pasta with tuna Fresh melon and coconut platter Mixed lettuce salad Variety of dressings Hot Dish Crab salad Tuna salad Tomato and smoked salmon Avocado and shrimp salad Tropical fruit salad Green salad Hot Dish Rice with beans and fried plantain Chicken breast filed with vegetables, served with mango sauce Sea bass fillet with coconut sauce Mix vegetables with garlic butter Stuffed potatoes with bacon and cheese Pigeon peas and rice Chayote and pumpkin with onions Gratinee potatoes Dominican style pasta Fish fillet with coconut sauce Langoustines with butter and garlic Grill Show cooking Show Cooking Baby back ribs with rum BBQ sauce Beef kebabs with mushroom and bell peppers Chicken breast Skirt steak New York strip steak Others Desserts Pineapple turnover Warm apple pie Chocolate cake Dominican snacks station Assorted pastry station 30 Dreams Spa The Dreams Punta Cana spa offers a wide array of treatments within a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Guests will enjoy a variety of pampering spa treatments and massages. • S pa Reception •H ydrotherapy Circuit • S wedish Saunas • S team Rooms •O utdoor Massage and Treatment Rooms •P lunge Pool •R ustic, Sensations, Vichy Ice and High Pressure Scottish Showers • L ocker Areas • S pa Amenities •O utdoor Zen Garden •B eauty Salon • S pa Boutique • S pa Experiences for Kids and Teens • F itness Center Please contact spa manager for further information at [email protected]. 31 Shipping Procedures Dreams Punta Cana highly recommends that all additional decorations and/or favors be brought with the couple on the plane. •P lease be advised that food, animals, insects or natural flowers are not permitted to enter the Dominican Republic. Dreams Punta Cana will deliver gifts to the guest’s rooms. There will be a $3.00 USD. A complete list of all guests along with room numbers is required. Policy on Damages and Losses The property does not assume responsibility for any items, personal or professional, brought onto the resort prior to, during or after the wedding event. These include, but are not limited to, floral arrangements, decorations or equipment. The wedding couple is responsible for all non resort guests while they are on property attending the event. Please disucss any questions regarding shipping items to the resort directly with your wedding coordinator. 32 Payment Policy Deposit Policy A $100.00 deposit is required to confirm and hold the requested wedding date. This deposit can then be applied toward ceremony and/ or reception upgrades which have been purchased in addition to the wedding package. If the wedding couple chooses not to purchase additional ceremony and/or reception amenities, the credit can then be applied toward any room charges upon check out, including but not limited to phone charges, spa treatments and logo shop purchases. Any remaining credit balance will be refunded in the form of the original payment. Cancellation Policy The wedding can be canceled six or more months prior to the confirmed date without penalties. If the wedding is canceled within six months, the non-refundable deposit will be kept as a penalty. If the wedding is canceled, but the couple still travels as planned, the deposit can then be applied toward any additional room charges made during their stay. Policy on Damages and Losses The property does not assume responsibility for any items, personal or professional, brought onto the resort prior to, during or after the wedding event. These include, but are not limited to, floral arrangements, decorations or equipment. The wedding couple is responsible for all non resort guests while they are on property attending the event. 33 Legal Requirements Documentation required by the Dominican Law in order to be legally married in the Dominican Republic. Civil Wedding •B irth Certificate of Bride and Groom or certified copy of Birth certificate. If parents’ names are not shown on the certificates, please indicate them separately. •N otarized Declaration of Single status for the Bride and Groom. If previously married, submit two copies of the Divorce Decree or Death Certificate. There is a mandatory waiting period for women, 10 months before they are legally allowed to remarry. •A photocopy of Bride and Groom’s Passport (or documents used to enter the DR). •P hotocopies of all Witnesses Passports. Cannot be family members. If necessary, resort will provide witnesses. •B ride & Groom must be in the country 3 business days prior to the wedding. Symbolic and non-legal ceremonies allow flexibility for arrival date. Please speak with the wedding coordinator to discuss requirements. Please note: The Dominican Republic is now a member of the La Hague Convention, please have your official documents apostilled by your Secretary of State Office. You can Also contact“Vitalcheck.com”to request apostilled Documents. All documents must be translated and legalized by the Dominican Consulate prior to arriving in the Dominican Republic, except for the Passports. The documents should be legalized by the Dominican Consulate no more than 3 months prior to the wedding date. It is the couple’s responsibility to have all the documentation ready prior to the wedding. The Judge is an outside service provided by the Dominican Government. We cannot be held responsible for any delay or alteration. The Judge will duly register your Wedding Certificate at the Central Civil Board and legalize it with the Foreign Affairs Department of the Dominican Republic. We will then send the Wedding Certificate to the couple via mail which may take up to 10-12 weeks. The Civil Wedding is celebrated in Spanish. If necessary, Dreams Punta Cana will provide English, French or German translators without an additional charge. 34 Dreams Punta Cana Playas Uvero Alto Provincia La Altagracia Dominican Republic Tel: (809) 682-0404 Fax: (809) 468-0183 [email protected]