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Take a Stroll on the Beach

Unique Caribbean Wedding Experience

By Eric Hassler | November 12, 2019

With engagement season approaching, many couples will be on the search for a one-of-a-kind wedding venue. Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts provides lovebirds the ultimate destination wedding experience in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic that combines exceptional hospitality, world-renowned beaches and a stress-free planning process.

Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts offers endless possibilities to craft the contours of a couple’s dream wedding. Each couple receives a personal wedding planner and attentive staff to cater to their every wish. The brand’s six top-of-the-line packages range from absolute luxury to sophisticated simplicity. Distinctive services designed to exceed expectations for all tastes and flairs are included, as well as a variety of perks like spa discounts and romantic breakfast in bed the morning after. 

In addition to all-inclusive and elegant accommodations, Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts features two wedding-perfect properties in Punta Cana for couples seeking an adults-only ambiance, each part of the Escape Experience, the brand’s most sophisticated segment that offers lively entertainment options and exquisite culinary experiences. For ultimate romance, Luxury Bahia Principe Ambar offers 144 swim-up suites that give guests access to a private pool surrounded by the hotel’s lush gardens. Next door, Grand Bahia Principe Aquamarine offers the Escape Experience at a more approachable price point. 

For a ceremony that welcomes guests of all ages, the brand’s Family & Friends experience properties offer comprehensive entertainment programming. The whimsical and thematic Fantasia Bahia Principe Punta Cana, with its three picturesque castles offers the perfect backdrop for a fairytale wedding weekend, while Esmeralda Bahia Principe Punta Cana is perfect for the couple that has always dreamed of tying the knot on the beach. Whichever hotel guests choose, thanks to the brand’s signature service and wedding expertise, couples are guaranteed to experience happiness at their dream wedding and beyond. 

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