Experience the Tahitian Wedding You’ve Been Dreaming Of

A Tahitian-themed wedding is no doubt in every girl’s dream. The colorful and dreamy wedding is being organized and planned by many Polynesian hotels. The couples can choose between the traditional occidental theme and the ancient royal ceremony theme. Although these wedding ceremonies that are being offered do not generally have a legal value, these would be very perfect for celebrating honeymoons or anniversaries.

In Tahiti, couples can choose between two packages. The first one which is the Intimate Tahitian Ceremony is celebrated beachside. The ceremony starts off with a Tahitian trio serenading the bride and the groom while they exchange tiare leis or flower garlands while at the same time being given a wedding blessing from a Tahitian high priest. The more traditional Tahitian Wedding Ceremony, on the other hand is more festive as this includes Tahitian dancers and musicians that will be celebrating the couple’s wedding through dancing and singing. Their flower adorned room awaits the couple in their room. Both packages are being offered by the Intercontinental Resort Tahiti.

If for some other reasons the couple can’t go to Tahiti, then they just have to bring a taste of Tahiti the place. An ideal Tahitian wedding is usually accented by bright and tropical colors like orange, yellow, pink, and green. The bride may pick gowns for her bridesmaids for uniformity but she can just let them choose themselves as long as these gowns look ornamental with tropical accents like flowers. Gown design should include ruffles, pleats and the like. If you are planning for an all-white gown for your guests, you may do so but be sure to give each of them large bouquets of flowers or leis as their headdress to evoke a bold and tropical style. Men may choose to wear their tuxedos or the tropical flowery shirts. Cute flower girls can wear grass skirts with matching flower leis. And as for the bride, she can either wear the traditional white gowns or that of the more tropical island attire.

Prepare something Tahitian to be offered to the guests. It can be a fresh flower lei for the ladies and a lei made of shells for the men. This is one of the usual Tahitian Wedding Tradition so be sure to keep this is mind. These flower leis are to be given to arriving guests as a sign of welcome. The place should be embellished with lots of lush and tropical stuffs like plants, various colored flowers and palms. These should be decorated with colorful lights as well.

The food should comprise of Tahitian delicacies. A luau or an elaborate Hawaiian feast should be considered. This will definitely set the Tahitian mood to everybody.  Foods may consist of roasted pigs, fried rice, and traditional Hawaiian foods. Entertainment should never be missed out. Find talents who know the traditional Hula dance or any other Hawaiian dance for that matter as there are numerous dances in different Polynesian cultures. The music should be lively yet romantic. Giveaways may be fresh or artificial flower leis, chocolates wrapped in colorful and bright satin or silk accented by potpourri or flesh flowers. Anything tropical and exotic will be a very good idea.

Tahitian weddings may look very expensive but it is all about setting the mood and feeling the Tahitian vibe. It is all about the food, the color, the music and the dancing, and a great deal of romantic ambience. At the end of all the hard work with the preparation and everything else, you will see how rewarding the experience has been. Just imagine how much awe and adoration you will get from your guests after hosting this memorable party.

The Tahitian Way of Wedding Vows

It is very in demand that wedding ceremonies nowadays are done in tropical places. This catches the attention of many foreigners like Americans and Japanese couples. Tahiti is the great place where couples could experience the most memorable event of their lives. Given the fascinating view of the island, luscious ambiance and wonderful accommodation, Tahiti indeed is one remarkable place one should go to.

Tahiti is believed to be discovered during the year of 1500s. This is the time where great European voyagers were exploring the Pacific Islands. Even before that period, migrations of different nations are widely seen in the area. Native Hawaiians and Maoris of New Zealand speak the same language called as “Maohi”. During the 1800s, there has been great competition for supreme ownership of the islands. After the death of King Pomare V, the islands were given to France and became a French territory which is later on called as French Polynesia. It was in 1984 that Tahiti was given its own governing body and powers. This opens new doors for commerce and business ventures in Tahiti since then. wedding Photo by Lotustar.com

In Tahiti, there are different resorts which offer different kind of wedding ceremony. In InterContinental Resort, they have the intimate Tahitian wedding rite. Couples are offered a song by Tahitian trio while the wedding partners exchange tiare leis, (tiare is a pinwheel shaped white flower having a sweet smell). The wedding ceremony is headed by a Tahitian priest. Then a certificate of marriage is being given, covered in a handmade quilt called tifaifai. Each resort has its own prestigious style of wedding ritual; you may visit the net for information each resort has to offer.

Actually, Tahiti is not only great for newlyweds but for those renewing their wedding vows as well. You may renew your intimate feelings for each other once you have visited the place. It is very romantic and relaxing for you and your partner. Experience the passion and solemnity of the place. Do different activities together from island hopping, diving, swimming and many others.

But wait… be advised that Tahitian wedding ceremonies are not legal in United States. Americans however may choose to have legal weddings at their place and later on experience the Tahitian way of wedding vow. You just have to provide a Certificate of No Impediment or “Certificate de Coutume” in French. Others call it as Certificate of Freedom to Marry or “Certificate of Nulla Osta”. You must also furnish a celibacy certificate, and birth certificates of each person. On the other hand, if you are a French citizen, you have to provide birth certificates of each one which are dated not more than 3 months. You must also have a prenuptial medical certificate, certificate of residency which is at least a month, birth certificates of living children and lastly a copy of notarized wedding contract.

So better get going and savor the real taste of the Tahitian way of wedding ceremony and let the experience be the most remarkable part of your life. Enjoy! by  Pacific Weddings and wedding theme