RIU Palace Paradise Island - Nassau Bahamas Wedding, Honeymoon & Vow Renewal Packages

Summer 2018

Casino Drive Paradise Island
6307 – Paradise Island
Tel: +1 242 363 3500 – Fax: +1 242 363 3900
E-Mail: hotel.paradiseisland@riu.com

Highlights

• Renovated in summer/autumn 2017
• ADULTS ONLY hotel, exclusive to adults over 18 years old
• All Inclusive 24 hours
• On beachfront
• Awarded GOLD certification for the Travelife Sustainability System
• Free WiFi throughout hotel
• 2 swimming pools and sun terraces
• Main restaurant and themed restaurants
• “Renova Spa” with massages and various treatments

Location / General information

• Renovated in summer/autumn 2017
• ADULTS ONLY hotel, exclusive to adults over 18 years old
• Located on Paradise Island (the Bahamas), 3 km / 1.8 miles from Nassau
• 100 m / 328 ft from “Atlantis”, the largest casino in the Caribbean
• 14-storey building
• On beachfront
• Free sun loungers on beach
• 3 km / 1.8 miles to downtown Nassau
• 200 m / 656 ft from shops
• 20 km / 15.5 miles from the airport
• Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Visa, Discover

The Hotel offers

• Room service 24 hours a day
• Concierge service
• Welcome drink of cava
• Main restaurant “Atlantic” with terrace
• “Krystal” Fusion restaurant
• Japanese restaurant “Tengoku”
• Indian restaurant “Chutney”
• Steakhouse “Bahamas”
• "Jerk" barbecue station
• “Capuchino” pâtisserie & ice cream parlor
• Bar “Calypso”
• Lounge with stage
• Poolside bar “Soca” with swim-up bar
• Swimming pool (323 m2)
• Infinity swimming pool (193 m2) with swim-up bar
• Free sun loungers, towels and parasols by pool
• Sun terraces
• “Renova Spa” with massages, various treatments, hairdresser and beauty salon (additional charge)
• Free gym, sauna and whirlpool bath
• Sports shoes are compulsory when using the gym
• Free WiFi throughout hotel

Accommodations

379 guest rooms

All guest rooms have:

• Room service 24 hours a day
• Turndown service
• Bathroom with shower
• Bathrobe
• Hairdryer
• 110 V
• Telephone
• Free WiFi
• Air conditioning
• Minibar
• Liquor dispenser
• Coffee maker
• Satellite TV (flat screen)
• Electronic in-room safe
• Iron and ironing board

Double rooms:

• 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Balcony
• Sea views

Junior suites with:

• Located on floors 2-5
• 2 beds (125 x 200 cm) or 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Balcony
• Sea views

Superior Junior suites with:

• Located on floors 6-14
• 2 beds (125 x 200 cm) or 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Balcony
• Sea views

Sea view Junior suites with:

• 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Sitting area with sofa
• Balcony
• Sea views

Standard Suites with:

• Bathroom with bath and shower
• Sitting area with sofa
• 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)

Suites with:

• Bathroom with bath and shower
• Sitting area with sofa
• 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Balcony
• Sea views

Family suites with:

• 2 bathrooms with shower
• 2 bed rooms
• 2 beds (125 x 200 cm) and 1 bed (200 x 200 cm)
• Separate lounge with sofa
• Balcony
• Sea views

Gastronomy

All Inclusive 24 hours a day

All meals and snacks:

Breakfast:

• Full American-style breakfast buffet, live cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava
• Continental breakfast / snacks

Lunch:

• Hot and cold buffet, live cooking stations and assorted desserts
• Light meals
• "Jerk" barbecue station

Dinner:

• Buffets and dishes prepared live
• Special evenings: themed buffets (three times a week)

Optional à la carte dining:

• Steakhouse
• “Krystal” Fusion restaurant
• Japanese restaurant
• Indian restaurant
• Romantic open air dinner (reservations required in advance; additional charge)

Formal dress required for dinner. Main restaurant: gentlemen no sleeveless T-shirts. Theme restaurants: gentlemen no sleeveless T-shirts, long trousers.

Snacks 24 hours a day

Beverages:

• Local and imported beverages served 24 hours a day
• Premium branded drinks throughout hotel
• Drinks service at pool
• Regulary restocked liquor dispenser and minibar
• Speciality wine list (additional charge)

Room service 24 hours a day

Sports / Entertainment

All Inclusive

Sports and activities:

• Gym
• Workout
• Sauna and whirlpool bath
• Beach volleyball court

Entertainment:

• Daytime entertainment programme (daily)
• Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily)

Sports and facilities nearby (additional charge):

Golf course

The RIU Group has no direct or indirect relationship with external services (especially PARASAILING) and does not assume any liability for them, any contract between them being the exclusive responsibility of the clients themselves.

All Inclusive

All meals and snacks:

Breakfast:

• Full American-style breakfast buffet, live cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava
• Continental breakfast / snacks

Lunch:

• Hot and cold buffet, live cooking stations and assorted desserts
• Light meals
• "Jerk" barbecue station

Dinner:

• Buffets and dishes prepared live
• Special evenings: themed buffets (three times a week)

Optional à la carte dining:

• Steakhouse
• “Krystal” Fusion restaurant
• Japanese restaurant
• Indian restaurant

Formal dress required for dinner. Main restaurant: gentlemen – no sleeveless T-shirts. Theme restaurants: gentlemen – no sleeveless T-shirts, long trousers.

Snacks 24 hours a day

Beverages:

• Local and imported beverages served 24 hours a day
• Premium branded drinks throughout hotel
• Drinks service at pool
• Regulary restocked liquor dispenser and minibar

Room service 24 hours a day

In-room safe

Sports and activities:

• Gym
• Workout
• Sauna and whirlpool bath
• Beach volleyball court

Entertainment:

• Daytime entertainment programme (daily)
• Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily)

All accommodation, taxes and tips included

All hotel guests are required to wear an “All Inclusive” wristband for identification purposes

We offer you a variety of wedding packages to choose from.

Classic Package: Our RIU Classic Wedding Package provides you the opportunity to create a simple yet elegant wedding in paradise. Complete with a RIU wedding planner to thoughtfully plan your special day and all the elements necessary for an unforgettable ceremony, our Classic Package is an ideal way to start your lives together in a very romantic and intimate way. For bride & groom (additional guests with extra charge).

Royal package: The perfect balance between simplicity and extravagance, our Royal Package is intended to make your special day perfect in every way. Inclusions up to 20 guests, additional guests have extra cost.

Caprice Package: The RIU Caprice Wedding Package is our most extravagant, elegant and complete option. Created for those who desire an unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime event. Inclusions up to 40 guests, additional guests have extra cost.

Classic Wedding Package

Wedding Package Includes:

• Wedding coordinator
• Decoration set up for the ceremony location
• Bouquet
• Matching boutonniere
• Recorded music during the ceremony
• Semi private dinner at one of our specialty restaurants (just for the couple)
• Wedding cake (just for the couple)
• Sparkling wine during the main toast (just for the couple)
• Special decoration in the room
• Witnesses if required
• Minister/Judge service
• Marriage Certificate
• Spa Surprise gift
• 10% disount in all Spa treatments for the Wedding Couple

In order to have a wedding at any RIU, the couple and the 80% of the guests must stay at the RIU property where the wedding will be performed.

CLASSIC Wedding Package 2018 is available just for the couple. Additional persons have an extra cost. (Up to 18 people)

The package is valid from January 1st to December 31st, 2018

$1,049 USD SYMBOLIC & VOWS RENEWAL
$1,199 USD  CIVIL CEREMONY

Royal Wedding Package

Wedding Package Includes:

• Wedding coordinator
• Decoration set up for the ceremony location
• Bouquet
• Matching boutonniere
• Recorded music during the ceremony
• Semi private dinner at one of our specialty restaurants (20 pax)
• Wedding cake (20 pax)
• Sparkling wine during the main toast only (20 pax)
• Special decoration in the room
• Witnesses if required
• Minister/Judge service
• Marriage Certificate
• Complimentary room upgrade to the next category (Subject to availability upon arrival. Except Jacuzzi Suites)
• RIU T-Shirts for the Wedding Couple
• Surprise gift
• Romantic Massage for the Wedding Couple (20 min)
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the Wedding Couple
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the guests (only if reserved online at info@renovaspa.com)

In order to have a wedding at any RIU, the couple and the 80% of the guests must stay at the RIU property where the wedding will be performed.
ROYAL Wedding Package 2018 is available for up to 20 persons, including the couple. Additional persons have an extra cost.
This package is valid from January 1st to December 31st, 2018.

$1,349 USD SYMBOLIC & VOWS RENEWAL
$1,899 USD  CIVIL CEREMONY

Indulgence Wedding Package

Wedding Package Includes:

• Wedding coordinator services
• Witnesses if required
• Minister/Judge services
• Marriage Certificate
• Decoration set up for the ceremony location
• Bouquet with gorgeous flowers for the bride
• Matching boutonniere for the groom
• Recorded beautiful music during the ceremony
• Semi private dinner at one of our specialty restaurants (20pax)
• Splendid wedding cake (20pax)
• Sparkling wine during the main toast to celebrate the blessing (20pax)
• Two bags of petals
• Surprise gift for the Wedding Couple
• Fruit with chocolate & bottle of sparkling wine
• Complimentary room upgrade to the next category, (subject to availability upon arrival except Jacuzzi Suites)
• Late check out for the wedding couple (subject to availability)
• Breakfast in bed the morning after the wedding
• Matching RIU T-Shirts for the Wedding Couple
• Aromatherapy for the Wedding Couple (50 min)
• Moisturizing facial for the Wedding Couple (50 min)
• Exfoliation for the Wedding Couple (25 min)
• Romantic massage for the Wedding Couple (25 min)
• Spa manicure for one member of the Wedding Couple (60 min)
• Spa pedicure for the Wedding Couple (60 min)
• Hairstyle for one member of the Wedding Couple
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the Wedding Couple
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the guests (only available if reserved online at info@renovaspa.com)
• Rehearsal cocktail the night before the wedding
• Romantic dinner for the Wedding Couple
• Slippers (Mr. & Mrs.)
• Framed picture

In order to have a wedding at any RIU, the couple and the 80% of the guests must stay at the RIU property where the wedding will be performed.
INDULGENCE Wedding Package 2018 is available for up to 20 persons, including the couple. Additional persons have an extra cost. The package isvalid from January 1st to December 31st, 2018

$4,599 USD SYMBOLIC & VOWS RENEWAL
$4,799 USD  CIVIL CEREMONY

Caprice Wedding Package

Wedding Package Includes:

• Wedding coordinator
• Decoration set up for the ceremony location
• Bouquet
• Matching boutonniere
• Recorded music during the ceremony
• Semi private dinner at one of our specialty restaurants (40 pax)
• Wedding cake (40 pax)
• Sparkling wine during the main toast (40 pax)
• Special decoration in the room
• Witnesses if required
• Minister/Judge service
• Marriage Certificate
• Complimentary room upgrade to the next category, subject to availability upon arrival (except Jacuzzi Suites)
• RIU T-Shirts for the Wedding Couple
• Surprise gift
• Romantic Massage for the Wedding Couple (50 min)
• Hairstyle for one member of the Wedding Couple
• Manicure for one member of the Wedding Couple
• Pedicure for one member of the Wedding Couple
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the Wedding Couple
• 10% discount in all Spa treatments for the guests (only if reserved online at info@renovaspa.com)
• Late check out for the Wedding Couple (subject to availability)
• Breakfast in bed the morning after the Wedding
• Fruit with chocolate & bottle of sparkling wine
• Two bags of petals

In order to have a wedding at any RIU, the couple and the 80% of the guests must stay at the RIU property where the wedding will be performed.
CAPRICE Wedding Package 2018 is available for up to 40 persons, including the couple.
Additional persons have an extra cost.
This package ir valid from January 1st to December 31st, 2018.
To reserve your Wedding Package and find more information on the required documentation, please visit

$2,699 USD SYMBOLIC & VOWS RENEWAL
$2,999 USD  CIVIL CEREMONY

Wedding package costs are subject to change.

Type of Ceremonies

Weddings by Riu celebrates two different types of ceremonies: Symbolic & Renewal of Vows.

Civil Ceremonies: Is performed by a Judge and it is legally recognized. The newlyweds will receive a marriage certificate and also a symbolic marriage book. This ceremony must to take place at the City Hall in a weekday during the morning, this is established by local laws.

Important: Civil weddings are legally recognized in the country where the wedding is performed. As each country has specific requirements, We highly recommend you to contact your respective Embassy or Consulate in order to get the complete information regarding the procedure that you'll have to follow in order to legalize your Marriage Certificate in your country.*Riu Hotels and Resorts is not responsible of this legal procedure.

Symbolic & Renewal of vows ceremonies: Are performed by a Non-denominational Minister and it are not legally recognized. Couple must be already married. This ceremony can be perform at the beach.

Important: Riu Hotels & Resorts prides itself on the reliability of our properties which always welcomes cultural diversity, please note that our Riu properties in Aruba performs symbolic same-sex weddings.In order to apply for a symbolic or renewal of vows ceremony is a must to send a photocopy from the legal marriage certificate of your home country.

Locations

At Riu Palace Aruba you may choose from:

• Beach: Maximum capacity 100 persons
• Gazebo: Maximum capacity 100 persons
• Garden: Maximum capacity 100 persons