Alifay Posted October 13, 2023 #1 Share Posted October 13, 2023 And it’s not pretty. The wedding with reception is actually a good deal. But the fact that $2,000 buys you TEN guests, hair and makeup, and a whole ass private cocktail reception with live music …. While $1,400 buys you two guests and a $100 in room breakfast anyone can book is honestly disgusting. I inquired, and at first contact at least there is no option to add on guests to anything below the “timeless ceremony” package. Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences. For us, looks like we will book a specialty lunch on our special day and renew our vows as a toast. It’ll be lovely and won’t cost us $4,000 just to have a few friends and family present. Breakdown below. “Renew the Love” Symbolic vow renewal couple only $1,595 Ceremony performed by the ship's captain, including a personal welcome and photo opportunity on the bridge Pre-recorded ceremony music Two fresh florals Single-tier celebration cake following the ceremony Sparkling wine toast following the ceremony Photography service for ceremony and walk around (up to three hours) Two 5x7 memorable prints Stateroom decor Pre-cruise and onboard wedding coordinator Keepsake vow renewal certificate “Perfect Pair” Wedding Couple plus two guests $2,995 ($1,400 more, plus $500 for legal wedding) that $1,400 buys you: Two guests Two more 5x7 prints Assistance with dining reservations for the couple Romantic breakfast for the couple in stateroom/balcony One bottle of sparkling wine Four chocolate-dipped strawberries “Timeless Ceremony at Sea” couple plus up to eight guests $3,995 ($1,000 more plus $500 for legal wedding) that $1,000 buys you: 6 more guests (add guests for $29 each) Solo live musician during the ceremony Twenty digital high-res photo files Wedding couple gift bag “Timeless Wedding at Sea” couple plus up to eighteen guests $5,995 ($2,000 more plus $500 for legal wedding) $2,000 buys you: Ten more guests (add guests for $39 each) Four fresh florals for the wedding party Bridal hair styling & makeup All digital high-res photo files Six more photo prints Dedicated venue to celebrate after ceremony (up to one hour) • Signature Good Spirits® welcome cocktails, curated by the couple, for all guests • Two-tier wedding cake • Sparkling wine toast for all guests • Solo live musician Premium dining experience for the couple Princess cruise wedding packages.pdf 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steelers36 Posted October 13, 2023 #2 Share Posted October 13, 2023 To each their own. Wouldn't interest me either. I'd rather book another cruise. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 13, 2023 #3 Share Posted October 13, 2023 The cost of a 7 day cruise! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted October 13, 2023 #4 Share Posted October 13, 2023 It used to be reasonable. Sorry to see the prices skyrocket. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 13, 2023 #5 Share Posted October 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Coral said: It used to be reasonable. Sorry to see the prices skyrocket. Renewal was free. They use to have a mass renewal where those who wanted to participate meet and the Captain would take over. Now everything is about $. Another example ship tours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted October 13, 2023 #6 Share Posted October 13, 2023 I showed those prices to my husband and he's still laughing as I type. 😆 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figmentdj Posted October 13, 2023 #7 Share Posted October 13, 2023 When did this change? Just did a Vow renewal in January on the Regal for $249. We've gotten a Vow renewal every 5 years and the last time we had wonderful time with Captain Paolo. A little rocky tracking down the coordinator but she finally came through. Plus, I don't see anything on the Onboard services about weddings or Vow renewals, how does one inquire? May have to come up with a new Vow renewal tradition at that price ($1595). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voljeep Posted October 13, 2023 #8 Share Posted October 13, 2023 it's obvious Princess doesn't want to be in wedding vow renewal process by has these outrageous price points.. seems like they are working to eliminate them 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 13, 2023 #9 Share Posted October 13, 2023 12 hours ago, Alifay said: And it’s not pretty. The wedding with reception is actually a good deal. But the fact that $2,000 buys you TEN guests, hair and makeup, and a whole ass private cocktail reception with live music …. While $1,400 buys you two guests and a $100 in room breakfast anyone can book is honestly disgusting. I inquired, and at first contact at least there is no option to add on guests to anything below the “timeless ceremony” package. Would love to hear your thoughts and experiences. For us, looks like we will book a specialty lunch on our special day and renew our vows as a toast. It’ll be lovely and won’t cost us $4,000 just to have a few friends and family present. Breakdown below. “Renew the Love” Symbolic vow renewal couple only $1,595 Ceremony performed by the ship's captain, including a personal welcome and photo opportunity on the bridge Pre-recorded ceremony music Two fresh florals Single-tier celebration cake following the ceremony Sparkling wine toast following the ceremony Photography service for ceremony and walk around (up to three hours) Two 5x7 memorable prints Stateroom decor Pre-cruise and onboard wedding coordinator Keepsake vow renewal certificate “Perfect Pair” Wedding Couple plus two guests $2,995 ($1,400 more, plus $500 for legal wedding) that $1,400 buys you: Two guests Two more 5x7 prints Assistance with dining reservations for the couple Romantic breakfast for the couple in stateroom/balcony One bottle of sparkling wine Four chocolate-dipped strawberries “Timeless Ceremony at Sea” couple plus up to eight guests $3,995 ($1,000 more plus $500 for legal wedding) that $1,000 buys you: 6 more guests (add guests for $29 each) Solo live musician during the ceremony Twenty digital high-res photo files Wedding couple gift bag “Timeless Wedding at Sea” couple plus up to eighteen guests $5,995 ($2,000 more plus $500 for legal wedding) $2,000 buys you: Ten more guests (add guests for $39 each) Four fresh florals for the wedding party Bridal hair styling & makeup All digital high-res photo files Six more photo prints Dedicated venue to celebrate after ceremony (up to one hour) • Signature Good Spirits® welcome cocktails, curated by the couple, for all guests • Two-tier wedding cake • Sparkling wine toast for all guests • Solo live musician Premium dining experience for the couple Princess cruise wedding packages.pdf 4.51 MB · 11 downloads Celebrity is priced accordingly, just so we're all on the same page... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 13, 2023 #10 Share Posted October 13, 2023 (edited) Edited October 13, 2023 by jwattle 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 13, 2023 #11 Share Posted October 13, 2023 (edited) Edited October 13, 2023 by jwattle 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 13, 2023 #12 Share Posted October 13, 2023 Memories? Priceless! 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillerSnake Posted October 13, 2023 #13 Share Posted October 13, 2023 Wow!! Married by a three star Admiral. That is cool. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare donswife Posted October 13, 2023 #14 Share Posted October 13, 2023 Disappointing. I was hoping to do a vow renewal for our 30th this year, but not at that price! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nidwaldner Posted October 14, 2023 #15 Share Posted October 14, 2023 We were looking forward to 25th-anniversary vow renewal during our Antarctica cruise in December. I booked the cruise when the vow renewal price was reasonable and was shocked it went up so much. I wonder if they would've honored the old price had I booked it under the old scheme. Needless to say, we are not renewing our vows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissP22 Posted October 14, 2023 #16 Share Posted October 14, 2023 7 hours ago, donswife said: Disappointing. I was hoping to do a vow renewal for our 30th this year, but not at that price! It use to be reasonable at one time. I guess there are some folks who will pay any price they ask. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oxo Posted October 14, 2023 #17 Share Posted October 14, 2023 We will be on the Enchanted Princess next month 21 day Med cruise celebrating our 61st Wedding Anniversary. Would have done the renewal, but used that $1,600 to buy some tours. Happy Cruising! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lady Arwen Posted October 14, 2023 #18 Share Posted October 14, 2023 17 hours ago, jwattle said: Wow! You didn’t tell us you were a model! Simply gorgeous and elegant and classy….lovely wedding. Thank you for sharing your pics of your very special day. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 14, 2023 #19 Share Posted October 14, 2023 2 hours ago, Lady Arwen said: Wow! You didn’t tell us you were a model! Simply gorgeous and elegant and classy….lovely wedding. Thank you for sharing your pics of your very special day. Thank you so much! We had the best time with that! The funniest part was the next year, different ship, same line: we got on and were walking around, and found a few pictures of ourselves. The shipboard photo company was using them. (Needless to say, we were laughing our ...donkeys...off!) 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 14, 2023 #20 Share Posted October 14, 2023 Celebrity also offers this for the "mere" sum of $575. It's a chance to see what you'll get, in advance Package Includes: Pre-inspection arrangements Site inspection with wedding coordinator – Total time: 90 minutes onboard 30-minute tour of the wedding and reception locations 30 minute consultation regarding wedding props, site photography, set-up, and any additional questions 30-minute open buffet lunch Additional Guests: $65 per person Additional Consultation Hours: $150 per hour Test the Waters Guidelines Please note the Test the Waters Package is non refundable. You may reschedule a minimum of three weeks prior to the original tour date for a rescheduling fee of $250. The inspection must be pre-booked and fees paid in full a minimum of three weeks prior to the tour date. The package fee covers the wedding couple (2 people). If additional guests/family would like to attend the inspection (maximum of 10), additional fees will apply. Guest’s boarding information and fees must be submitted to Celebrity Weddings no later than three weeks prior to inspection. "Test The Waters" packages are subject to availability. Prices, packages, and services are subject to applicable sales tax, change without notice, and are non-negotiable. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for a complete list of fees and conditions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lady Arwen Posted October 14, 2023 #21 Share Posted October 14, 2023 25 minutes ago, jwattle said: Thank you so much! We had the best time with that! The funniest part was the next year, different ship, same line: we got on and were walking around, and found a few pictures of ourselves. The shipboard photo company was using them. (Needless to say, we were laughing our ...donkeys...off!) I can certainly see why they would want to use your photos! They’re awesome! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alifay Posted October 15, 2023 Author #22 Share Posted October 15, 2023 On 10/13/2023 at 8:55 AM, figmentdj said: When did this change? Just did a Vow renewal in January on the Regal for $249. Do you recall what all this included? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocklinmom Posted October 15, 2023 #23 Share Posted October 15, 2023 On 10/13/2023 at 11:52 AM, jwattle said: OMG thank you for sharing these! I have been trying to convince my daughter that it would be awesome to get married on a Princess ship. Which ship was this and where was the ceremony held (wedding chapel, bar area, etc.)? Did you have a coordinator onboard to help things run smoothly? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jwattle Posted October 15, 2023 #24 Share Posted October 15, 2023 (edited) It was on the Solstice . They held it in Michael's Club and provided a wedding coordinator from day one to assist. This was a vow renewal but they made it feel like a wedding day, including cake. Edited October 15, 2023 by jwattle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Lady Arwen Posted October 15, 2023 #25 Share Posted October 15, 2023 1 hour ago, jwattle said: It was on the Solstice . They held it in Michael's Club and provided a wedding coordinator from day one to assist. This was a vow renewal but they made it feel like a wedding day, including cake. Celebrity does this so well! My niece had an engagement party arranged for her on Edge a few years ago. She was thrilled with the results and her photos were beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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