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YOUR COOK ISLAND WEDDING-What a wonderful place to get married or restate your wedding vows.
The Cook Islands offers a romantic backdrop for such special occasions, a paradise setting! There are many beautiful spots on Rarotonga and Aitutaki suitable for a romantic wedding. You may choose to get married on one of Rarotonga's lovely beaches, the botanical gardens, an uninhabited island, or a local church.

Ngatangiia Church
The ceremony can be as elaborate as you wish, from the bride, groom, two witnesses and the minister, to any selected number in the wedding party. You may wear traditional wedding attire as per your custom at home or you may prefer an island wedding with Polynesian grass skirts, head bands and bare feet.. Polynesian attire may be rented or purchased. Another apparel option is for the bride to wear a local pareau and the groom a Polynesian shirt.

St. Mary's Catholic Church
The wedding in the Catholic Church is done the Cook Island way with a full Cook Island Choir singing Maori songs. You are greeted outside the church by a Warrior who welcomes you on your wedding day. You may also wish to plant an uto tree, a Cook Island's tradition. You may include in the ceremony communion if you wish or the lighting of candles.

Wedding on Koromiri Island.
Travel by glass bottom boat Wedding on Koromiri Islandfrom Muri Beach to Koromiri Island. Enjoy a string band and Polynesian love songs while making your way across the lagoon. After your wedding ceremony sip champagne, slip off your shoes and dance on the sand Polynesian style to the tunes of the string band. You can also enjoy a Polynesian dancing group performing just for you. Take a stroll along the beach while being serenaded by love songs. A perfect wedding day!

You can also ad adventure to your wedding with the bride traveling by canoe to Koromiri Island escorted by Cook Island Father and BrideDrummers signal the brides arrival to the island. The bride is then lifted from the canoe by the warriors and as the chief warrior chants and the drums are beating the bride is escorted to her waiting groom. After the ceremony both the bride and groom return together via the canoe.

A string band is a Cook Island tradition for your wedding day and provides atmosphere, entertainment and romance to your wedding ceremony. Dancing on the sand to a slow love song makes you know that you have truly selected a magical place for your wedding day. Trying the hula of the Cook Islands ads a Polynesian touch and is also lots of fun for both the bride and groom. If you have family and friends celebrating with you, they can all join in on learning Cook Island Dancing which makes for a fun time for all.

Planting an Uto Tree
Planting an Uto Tree is a custom in the Cook Islands. It signifies a new birth or a new beginning. We incorporate the planting of a new tree in many of our weddings which are held on the beach or island locations. After the tree is planted it is given a name by the wedding couple and this name will stay with the tree forever. A perfect ending to a perfect wedding!

Wedding in Pareu on the beach
Another apparel option is for the bride to wear a local pareu and the groom a Polynesian shirt. After the ceremony, enjoy champagne on the beach while watching the magnificent sunset. Afterwards you might like a candlelight dinner at one of Rarotonga's many restaurants. Another option is a local umukai (island feast) on the beach, inviting the string band, witnesses, and other guests. The choice is yours for it is your special day!

Weddings on the Island of Aitutaki are also very popular because it its magnificent lagoon and dozens of deserted islands that make for a perfect wedding location. Aitutaki is a 55 minute flight from Rarotonga Island. You must plan to spend at least 3 nights in order to qualify for your wedding license. Choose from several accommodation options in Aitutaki.and make your wedding a special holiday.

A Wedding in the rain.
The weather in the Cook Islands is not always sunny. We have lots of rain year round. Your wedding day is special and should proceed on time rain or shine. Cook Island's custom says that it is very lucky to marry on a rainy day! You will have lots of children and be very happy. If you have elected to have a dance troupe on your wedding day, we can provide tent coverage for your wedding party.

A Wedding on the beach with those precious moments alone. You may have invited family or friends to your wedding who can act as witnesses. Otherwise Jetsave Travel is happy to provide witnesses for your wedding. We enjoy attending weddings and look forward to celebrating with you and wishing you a very happy wedding day!!!!

You can also include Fire Knife Dancing shows in your wedding celebrations. The shows are especially prepared for your wedding day and add a long time Polynesian traditional event to your special day. Imagine a show just for you!!!!!! You can also include Polynesian Dancing Girl(s), Drummers, or a complete dance troupe for your special enjoyment on your special day!

One Foot Island
Wedding on "One Foot Island" Aitutaki. What a fabulous spot for your wedding-on a deserted South Pacific Island. Travel from Aitutaki mainland by Kitkat catamaran and hold your wedding on famous "One Foot Island". You may also like to spend your wedding night at the One Foot Hideaway Beach Batch or you may return to the mainland that afternoon and spend your wedding night in luxury at the Aitutaki Lagoon Hotel or your choice of accommodation.

Aitutaki ONE FOOT WEDDING PACKAGE - NZ $1800.00 Includes transfers by boat to One Foot Island, Wedding Co ordinator, wedding license, wedding bouquet, flower leis, donation to the Minister, String Band, and champagne wedding toast and farewell gift. The additional cost for a photographer from Rarotonga is NZ $1320.00 which includes 40 photographs and negatives and includes a wedding photo album and airfare to Aitutaki. The additional cost for a photographer is NZ$1250.00 Note: This includes airfares from Rarotonga to Aitutaki and return which are not included in the wedding package at One Foot Island. See Aitutaki Island for further details on airfares and overnight stays on One Foot Island. Optional extras: Flower Archway $220.00
Aitutaki SIMPLE WEDDING - NZ$1400.00 Includes transfers by private car to your selected beach or garden setting on the mainland Aitutaki, flower archway, wedding bouquet, flower leis, wedding license, donation to the Minister and champagne wedding toast. Optional Extras: String Band NZ$200.00 or Dance Group NZ$380.00 Note: There is no professional photographer in Aitutaki or the other outer islands. The additional cost for a photographer from Rarotonga is NZ $1250.00 which includes 40 photographs and negatives, a wedding photo album and return domestic airfares from Rarotonga to Aitutaki and return which are not included in the wedding package. See Aitutaki Island for further details on airfares and overnight stays on One Foot Island. Optional extras: String band $180.00 Flower Girls and sprinkle $220.00.
REQUIREMENTS: A notice of 4 working days must be given to the Registrars Office for a marriage license in Rarotonga or a 4 day notice (in person) in Aitutaki or other Outer Island. Licenses can be issued within 4 days for an extra rush processing fee of NZ$100. A valid passport or birth certificate is required. Divorce papers are required if divorced. Papers must be translated into English. SERVICES: There is a choice of ceremony: (1) by the registrar's office Monday to Friday from 8am to 3pm at a cost of $50.00; or (2) by another chosen location at a cost of $100 upwards. Two witnesses are required for either ceremony. The main denominations in the Cook Islands are: The Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC), Roman Catholic, Seventh Day Adventist, Bahi and Mormon. You must select the minister from the village in which you plan to marry. You may also choose a marriage celebrant to conduct your wedding services

Rarotonga SIMPLE WEDDING - NZ $915.00 Includes private car transfers to selected wedding location, donation to the Minister, marriage license including transfers to and from the registry office, two witnesses, flower leis, wedding bouquet, Flower Arch way champagne wedding toast, and planting (if you wish) of the Uto tree (Young Coconut Palm). Optional: Wedding Photographer and Wedding Album: NZ$650.00 for 40 photo and CD wedding package
Rarotonga DELUXE WEDDING - NZ $2190.00 Includes private car transfer to selected wedding location, donation to the Minister, marriage license including transfers to and from the registry office, two witnesses, flower leis, wedding bouquet, wedding cake, two bottles of champagne, stringband with Cook Island's singer or dancer, photographer, wedding album, and planting (if you wish) of the Uto tree (Young Coconut Palm).
Rarotonga DELUXE WEDDING on "Koromiri Island" - NZ $3295.00 Wedding ceremony on the romantic island of Koromiri with decorated archway of flowers. Includes transfers to and from the registry office, marriage license, minister, two witnesses, flower leis, wedding bouquet, boat transfers to Koromiri Island in glass bottom boat with bride transported separately in traditional canoe with warriors, canapes, champagne toast, string band, drummers, and photographer including wedding album, videographer including wedding video and planting (if you wish) of the Uto tree (Young Coconut Palm).
Rarotonga RENEWAL OF WEDDING VOWS - NZ $625.00 Includes private car transfers to selected beach location, donation to the Minister or Celebrant, flower leis for bride and groom, champagne wedding toast, renewal of vowels plaque and planting (if you wish) of the Uto tree (Young Coconut Palm).    Optional: Flower Arch $150.00
REQUIREMENTS: A notice of 4 working days must be given to the Registrars Office for a marriage license in Rarotonga or a 4 day notice (in person) in Aitutaki or other Outer Island. Licenses can be issued within 4 days for an extra rush processing fee of NZ$100. A valid passport or birth certificate is required. Divorce papers are required if divorced. Papers must be translated into English. SERVICES: There is a choice of ceremony: (1) by the registrar's office Monday to Friday from 8am to 3pm at a cost of $50.00; or (2) by another chosen location at a cost of $100 upwards. Two witnesses are required for either ceremony. The main denominations in the Cook Islands are: The Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC), Roman Catholic, Seventh Day Adventist, Bahi and Mormon. You must select the minister from the village in which you plan to marry. You may also choose a marriage celebrant to conduct your wedding services

OTHER SERVICES
You may wish to have a local hair dresser, makeup artist, or manicurist. You can request any type of hair style (long or short) Polynesian massage is also very popular and can be arranged for both the bride and groom. Any amenities or services you wish may be included in your customized wedding package.