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WEDDING GUIDE
PropertyDescription Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica is a vibrant beach getaway for couples and their wedding guests to enjoy all the inclusions of Unlimited-Luxury® escape in a privileged location. Located on sugar-white sand and surrounded by lush green mountains and jungles in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica, guests of all ages enjoy an action–packed vacation featuring watersports, land activities, and swimming pools while sunbathing or laying under a thatched palapa. Continue the fun into the evenings with your guests and live nightly entertainment, outdoor bars and lounges and so much more!
Dreams Wedding Packages
Dreams Wedding in Paradise Package
This package is complimentary when booking at least 7 nights in the
Preferred Club Junior Suite Oceanview or higher or if 5 rooms, any category,
are booked for at least 3 nights. This package also applies for renewal of vows
ceremony.
This package includes:
• Symbolic Ceremony*
• Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding
coordinator
• Preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire
• Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the
night before the wedding (based on availability and upon request)
• Bouquet(s) and/or boutonniere(s) for the wedding couple 2015/2016/2017 Selling Price $999 USD or Complimentary
• Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 10 guests) Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days in advance of the
wedding date. Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and package subject to change without
• Special turn-down service the night of the wedding notice. This package cannot be combined with the Dreams Eternity Honeymoon Package for both to be received
complimentary and the free wedding package cannot be deducted when purchasing other packages. 15% discount
• 15% discount on all spa treatments (Boutique purchases not included)
on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. Please
note restrictions apply when combining the complimentary wedding package with the Groups, Gatherings, and
• Newlywed Package (see pg.9 for details) Getaways promotion. See promotion terms and conditions for details.
• Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request) Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the wedding without a fee. For
weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be canceled without the penalty. The
• Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details) cancellation penalty is $100.
*Additional fees will apply for legal weddings. These fees vary by resort and will be confirmed by the wedding
coordinator.
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• Special turn-down service the night of the wedding
Dreams Wedding Packages • 15% discount on all spa treatments (boutique purchases not included)
• Newlywed Package (see pg.9 for details)
Dreams of Love Wedding Package
• Waterford Yours Truly toasting flutes
This package includes:
• Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request)
• Service of Judge or Minister
• Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details)
• Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding
coordinator 2015/2016 Selling Price: $2,799 USD
*August, September and October 2015/2016 Selling Price: $2,499 USD
• Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire
• Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the 2017 Selling Price: $3,199 USD
night before the wedding (based on availability and upon request) *August, September and October 2017 Selling Price: $2,799 USD
• Bouquet(s) and/or boutonniere(s) for the wedding couple
Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days
• Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party in advance of the wedding date. Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and
package subject to change without notice. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to
spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer.
• Hairstyling and makeup application for one member of the wedding
couple for day of ceremony Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months of the date of the wedding
without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot
• Wedding Cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests) be canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $500.
*2015/2016: In the months of August, September and October 2015/2016 the package price will be
• Private Cocktail Hour with hors d’oeuvres (silver menu, up to 20 guests) $2,499 USD. All remaining months of 2015/2016 will be the standard package pricing of $2,799 USD.
*2017: In the months of August, September and October 2017 the package price will be $2,799
• Private Dinner Reception (silver menu, up to 20 guests) USD. All remaining months of 2017 will be the standard package pricing of $3,199 USD.
• Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table (1) ***Dreams of Love Package include 36 pictures + CD with the same 36 photo files + 1 album for
printed pictures. The shoot includes the ceremony (30 minutes) and mini session with the couple
• 36 full color photos and wedding album*** (taken during ceremony) directly following the ceremony at the areas available.
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Dreams Wedding Packages • Newlywed Package (see pg.9 for details)
• Waterford Yours Truly toasting flutes
Dreams Ultimate Wedding Package
• Late check-out for the couple (based on availability and upon request)
This package includes:
• 50 full color photos taken during the ceremony and wedding album***
• Service of Judge or Minister
• Video of ceremony (15-30 minutes depending on length)
• Wedding organization and personal touch of on-site wedding
coordinator • Choice of one Swedish massage for two, one European facial for two or
one glow body scrub for two
• Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire
• Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details)
• Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the
night before the wedding (based on availability) 2015/2016 Selling Price: $3,299 USD
*August, September and October 2015/2016 Selling Price: $2,999 USD
• Hairstyling and makeup application for one member of the wedding
couple for day of ceremony
2017 Selling Price: $3,599 USD
• Bouquet(s) and/or boutonniere(s) for the wedding couple *August, September and October 2017 Selling Price: $3,299 USD
• Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party Restrictions/exclusions: All weddings, regardless of size, must be booked a minimum of 30 days in
advance of the wedding date. Subject to availability & double occupancy only. Prices and package
• Ceremony Décor- 20 chairs with white covers, ceremonial table, and
subject to change without notice. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages
aisle runner or combined with any other spa promotion or offer.
• Wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests) Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months to the date of the wedding
without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be
• Private Cocktail Hour with hors d’oeuvres (Gold menu, up to 20 guests)
canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $500.
• Private Dinner Reception (Gold menu, up to 20 guests)
*2015/2016: In the months of August, October and September 2015/2016 the package price will
• Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table (1) be $2,999 USD. All remaining months of 2015/2016 will be the standard package pricing of $3,299
USD.*2017: In the months of August, September and October 2017 the package price will be
• Natural floral centerpiece for ceremonial table (1) $3,299 USD. All remaining months of 2017 will be the standard package pricing of $3,599 USD.
• Live Caribbean music trio (1 set, during cocktail hour) ***Dreams Ultimate Package includes 50 pictures + CD with the same 50 photo files + 1 album for
printed pictures. The shoot includes 15 minutes of the bride getting ready before the ceremony, the
• Special turn-down service night of the wedding ceremony (30 minutes) and mini session with the couple directly following the ceremony at the areas
available.
• 15% discount on all spa treatments (Boutique purchases not included) 6 
Dreams Eternity Honeymoon Package
This package is complimentary when booking the Preferred Club Junior
Suite Oceanview or higher for a minimum of 7 nights.
This package includes:
• Sparkling wine, fresh fruit and flowers in room upon arrival
• Breakfast in bed with Mimosas one morning of stay, reservation
with concierge required
• Tension Release Massage for two in our couple massage suite
(25 minutes)
• Choice of either a European Facial or a Salt Glow Scrub body
treatment for two (25 minutes)
• Private beachfront dinner one evening (includes a bottle of
domestic wine and silver menu for two) - upon return from dinner
you will find a romantic turndown service.
• Private petit fours each evening at turn down service
• Free Anniversary Nights (see pg. 8 for details)
2015/2016/2017 Selling Price $999 USD or Complimentary
Note: Please request your honeymoon package at time of booking.
Restrictions/exclusions: Not available during Christmas and New Years Eve. Subject to availability
and double occupancy only. Taxes and gratuity included. Prices and package subject to change
without notice. This package cannot be combined with the Dreams Wedding in Paradise Package
for both to be received complimentary. To receive the package complimentary it is only applicable to
couples staying within three months of their wedding or staying over their anniversary date. Couple
must present a copy of their wedding invitation or marriage certificate at the time of check-in. Package
is available to all guests when purchased at the selling price.
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Free Anniversary Nights **
Stay a minimum of 7-nights with your qualifying wedding or honeymoon
package at any Dreams Resorts & Spas and earn complimentary nights
toward your return stay over your first anniversary!
Free Anniversary Nights are valid on all qualifying new wedding or
honeymoon reservations made at any of the Dreams Resorts & Spas
with a 7-night minimum stay. The couple will receive the following
for their first anniversary return-stay:
Stay a minimum of 5 nights over first anniversary date and receive
2 additional nights free.
OR
Stay 4 nights over first anniversary date and receive
1 additional night free.
Restrictions/exclusions: Booking window is year round. Guests must have the authorized
anniversary night certificate from the resort of their initial stay in order to receive the free
anniversary night (s) which is earned when booking a qualifying wedding or honeymoon
package (see individual packages for inclusions, restrictions, and room requirements).
To be eligible for the free anniversary nights, guests must stay during their actual anniversary
date. Anniversary nights must be redeemed at same resort brand as the initial stay. Marriage
certificate must be provided upon arrival. Blackout dates and restrictions may apply.
This promotion is not combinable with any other offers.
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Newlywed & Anniversary Package
This complimentary package includes:
• Welcome letter
• Fresh fruit
• Bottle of sparkling wine
• Special turn down service
• Breakfast in bed with Mimosas
(Reservations must be made in advance with concierge)
• 15% discount on all spa treatments
Note: Please request newlywed or anniversary package at time of booking. Couple will be required
to present a copy of wedding invitation or marriage certificate at time of check-in. Package is
subject to change without notice and is only applicable to couples staying within three months of
their wedding or over their anniversary date. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be applied
to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer.
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Dreams Ever After Vow Renewal Package
This package is complimentary when booking the minimum of 5
nights in a Preferred Club Junior Suite Oceanview or higher.
This package includes:
• Service of a dedicated on-site wedding coordinator
• Renewal of Vows Ceremony
• Corsage
• Boutonniere
• Sparkling wine toast for two
• Certificate of Renewed Vows
• Special dining arrangements for two the evening of the ceremony
• Romantic turn-down service
• Anniversary Package
2015/2016/2017 Selling Price $499 USD or Complimentary
Note: Please contact the wedding coordinator at the resort at least 30 days in advance to confirm
date availability.
Terms & Conditions: Subject to availability and double occupancy only. Prices and package subject
to change without notice. This package is for two people and cannot be combined with other
complimentary packages or be deducted when purchasing other packages. Additional costs may apply
for additional guests and optional services requested. 15% discount on spa treatments cannot be
applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer.
10 Honeymoon Wishes Registry
You only need so many pots, pans, sheets, and towels.
Now that you’ve found the perfect destination for your
dream honeymoon, why not register for all the honeymoon
experiences you would like to have!? The Honeymoon Wishes
registry gives your guests a chance to purchase you and your
new spouse an unbelievable experience to enjoy on your
honeymoon. You can register for things like an excursion, a
massage, special dinner arrangements, and many more!
It’s easy to register. Simply vist dreams.honeymoonwishes.com
and click “Start Now” under Start a Registry. From there you will
be able to fill out all of the necessary information and begin
registering for items to use during your honeymoon.
For questions or assistance, please call customer service at the
toll free number 1-877-699-5884. International couples please
call 858-433-1506. Or visit http://dreams.honeymoonwishes.
com/main/contact-information for more information!
11 Additional Wedding Imagery
At Dreams Las Mareas, we feel each wedding should be as unique and special as you are! The wedding
coordinators are able to customize your wedding specifically to your tastes. We strongly encourage to
share your vision with your wedding coordinator by giving them pictures of your dream set up and they
will work to make it a reality. From flowers, ceremony chairs, finishing touches and more, your day can
be just how you imagined it to be! To see images of wedding locations and previous set ups the resort
has beautifully executed, please view our Pinterest board for the resort at: https://www.pinterest.com/
dresortswedding/dreams-las-mareas-costa-rica/.
12 Destination Wedding Checklist
6 –12 MONTHS BEFORE 1 MONTH BEFORE
• Contact wedding coordinator to choose a wedding date • Confirm all décor, floral, cake and “little extras” with coordinator
• Indicate if you would like a Symbolic or Legal ceremony (note: selecting a legal ceremony date • Confirm menus for all events (cocktail hour, reception, rehearsal dinner, etc.)
may take longer as the coordinator will need to work with the judge’s schedule) • Book hair and make-up appointments at the spa for bride and bridal party
• Explore your wedding vision: ceremony/reception location, time of the day, estimated number • Have programs, menus, place cards, etc. printed
of guests • Confirm timeline of event (i.e.: seated for meal, first dance, father daughter dance, cake cutting, etc.)
• Select your wedding package • Cofirm that all special requests have been noted and planned for
• Send deposit to coordinator to reserve your selected date
3 WEEKS BEFORE
• Once deposit is received and processed, a formal confirmation of the email is sent
• Review your wedding contract and make final ammendments
(approximately one week after receipt of deposit)
• Send guest list of those not staying at the resort to the wedding coordinator
• Coordinator will email forms, pictures and options
• Be sure the wedding coordinator has your travel schedule and your final guest list, seating charts and
• Sign-up for your Honeymoon Registry
events
6 –11 MONTHS BEFORE UP TO 1 WEEK BEFORE
• Determine an estimated budget guideline
• Arrive at the resort (based on the type of ceremony you will have)
• Begin clarifying your wedding vision: theme, colors, little extras
• On-site meeting with coordinator to go over all event details and make any last minute changes or
• Work with the resort or travel agent to make guest reservations and secure a room block
additions
• Be sure your have your passport and all documents needed; if you are planning a legal wedding,
• Have a trial hair and make-up run through at the salon if desired
the coordinator will be sure you know what the legal forms needed are
• Set-up a spa day with bridesmaids, mother and other loved ones
• Secure DJ, band, photographers and videographer (be sure to speak to your wedding coordinator
• Arrange for welcome bag room drop if desired
when booking outside vendors)
• Arrange a private dinner on the beach — just the two of you!
4 – 6 MONTHS BEFORE • Leave your wedding dress & groom’s attire with your coordinator to have steamed and prepared for the
big day
• Determine additional wedding events (welcome cocktail party, rehearsal dinner, day-after
brunch) 1 DAY BEFORE
• Start planning outside resort activities like golf, tours, etc. if desired • Have a welcome cocktail party, rehearsal dinner or welcome dinner if desired
• Arrange for special room drops (champagne, flowers, petit fours) to be sent to parents or wedding party
2–3 MONTHS BEFORE
• Bride & Groom: Get an early night sleep. Tomorrow is the Big Day!
• Finalize guest list and room requirements
• Confirm ceremony and reception locations (in case you want to make any changes) WEDDING DAY
• Select décor option, choose flowers, pick the cake • Have a nice breakfast
• Book ceremony musicians with coordinator (Mariachis, violinist, etc.) • Go to your hair appointment (remember to bring your veil & flowers)
• Share with the coordinator any special readings or songs requested for the ceremony • Your coordinator will check in with your throughout the day as she organizes everything. Today is YOUR
• Finalize reception chart, seat cards (if applicable) and send to Wedding Coordinator day and she will be with you every step of the way.
• Start working on menus • RELAX, SMILE & make the most of this memorable daySpecial turn-down service night of the wedding
• For legal ceremonies, send completed paperwork to coordinator (MUST be received at least 2
months prior)
For a pdf version of this list, please view http://www.dreamsresorts.com/pdfs/Dreams_
Wedding_Timeline.pdf
13 Customized Wedding Services
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica offers personalized and customizable wedding services to meet Basket with petals $52
every couple desires should they wish to build their own wedding package or add services onto Crown of Flowers for the flowers girl $40
their selected package. Prices are in US dollars and are subject to change.
CEREMONY DECORATION
Legal ceremonies fee $220 Colored drapery for the gazebo $195
Sunday Fee $100 Colored drapery for the beach gazebo $195
Wooden or bamboo Beach gazebo structure $325
FLOWERS
Gazebo décor / 2 floral arrangements and Drapery $330
VIP Bride Bouquet (orchids or any other exotic flowers) $78 Tall glass vases with floral arrangements $91-156
Brides maid bouquet (tropical flowers) $65 Bows for chairs $3 each
Pin or Wrist Corsages $23 Greenery and flowers for chairs $15 each
Bag of rose petals $28 Drapery for ball room Depends on the size of the area
Flower for hair $13 Colored table cloth $45
Ceremony center pieces $52-78 Basic white table linen $15
Dinner Floral center piece $52-195 Colored napkins $3 each
Dinner Floral center piece with candles $52-195
Medium Dinner Floral center piece $52-130
VIP Flower center piece $78-195
Flowers for walkway $104-156
Flowers for Canopy (two small size flower arrangements) $130
Flowers for the wedding Arch (two medium size flower
arrangements) $130
Single Flowers (lilies, roses, daisy) $13 each
14 Customized Wedding Services
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica offers personalized and customizable wedding services to meet
every couple desires should they wish to build their own wedding package or add services onto FOOD AND BEVERAGE
their selected package. Prices are in US dollars and are subject to change.
Champagne toast $6/person
DECORATION Wedding cake $7/person
Table runner $23 Hors d’ oeuvres with cocktail hour (silver menu) $25/hour/person
Tablecloth $15 Hors d’ oeuvres with cocktail hour (gold menu) $27/hour/person
Overlays $30 Silver wedding dinner menu $48/person
Votives $3 Gold wedding dinner menu $55/person
Tikki torches $26 Up-grade to lobster $38/person
Luminaries $6 Buffet wedding dinner (min 50 pax) $65/person
Special lightening for ball room $780-2080 Additional international open bar (per hour) $20/person
Tiffany Chairs $8
WELCOME DINNERS, REHEARSAL DINNERS & RECEPTIONS
Bamboo Chairs $8 IN RESTAURANTS
Wooden benches (2 people each) $16
In order to close a restaurant for private event, a $3000.00 USD fee will be required. This fee will cover
Lounge furniture $1300 the regular menu of the restaurant and an open bar for 2 hours between the hours of 6:00 pm and
10:00 pm. ** Please check the availability of the restaurant with your Wedding Manager**
Dance floor for reception 20-50 pax (9 x 6 mtrs) $918
Dance floor for reception 50-70 pax (12 x 6 mtrs) $1224
SET UP
Basic set up for ceremony 2-95 people $7/person
*basic set-up per person includes: chairs with white covers and table for judge, this charge is in addition
to dinner charge.
Labor cost (extra decoration set up) $50
15 Customized Wedding Services
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica offers personalized and customizable wedding services to meet (Two large speakers, one sub bass, one microphone, one mixer and CD player or audio line for an IPod)
every couple desires should they wish to build their own wedding package or add services onto
their selected package. Prices are in US dollars and are subject to change. DJ (Three hours – includes basic lightning) $900
DJ (Additional Hour) $200
SPA BRIDAL SUITE Available upon request
Solo guitar player (set 45 minutues) $390
2 hour rental $100 usd
Violinist (set 45 minutes) $390
(cheese and fruits plate included for 2 people)
Saxophone (set 45 minutes) $390
$20 USD additional person Maximum 4 guests at the Bridal Suite Mariachi (set 45 minutes) $910
Caribbean trio $520 per hour
HOTEL PASSES Live music band $650 per hour
Required for guests non staying at Dreams Las Mareas Resort & spa Salsa band $650 per hour
**day pass is in addition to dinner charges for the special wedding event Carnival presentation (set 45 minutes) $715 per hour
Wedding day pass (for attendees not staying at the Resort) $89/person Fireworks $1560
For wedding passes guests are allowed to arrive 30 minutes before the ceremony and leave the property
30 minutes after reception. Fire show (45 minutes presentation) $780
Bonfire on the Beach (20 pax 2 hours max) $2700
External vendor fee $300 usd
Includes a small sound system to hook up your own music, marshmallows, hotdogs; and decoration of
Prices varies depending on type of vendor, external vendor fees refers to all vendors hired directly by the area (luminaries, tiki torches, palm mats & lounge furniture, cushions). Please note that for any
the couple and not bay the wedding staff. Please inform the wedding coordinator. additional food or beverages services, additional charges apply*.
Rum Tasting (10 pax) $400
MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
Includes a guided rum tasting hosted by our staff for 1 hour. For any food or beverages services,
additional charges apply*.
Small Sound system for ceremony 2 – 30 pax $260
(Two small speakers, one microphone, one mixer and CD player or audio line for an IPod)
Medium Sound system for ceremony 31 – 50 pax $455
(Two medium speakers, one microphone, one mixer and CD player or audio line for an IPod)
Large sound system for ceremony 51 – 100 pax $780
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Flowers,Bouquets,Boutonnieres,CorsagesandMore….
Dreams of Love Package Ultimate wedding package
Wedding in Paradise Package
Tropical and seasonal flowers included in the Tropical, dendrobiums, and seasonal flowers are
Tropical Flowers are included in the wedding in
wedding In Paradise package included on the Ultimate wedding package.
paradise package.
Brides Bouquet and boutonniere to match with the bouquet Bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, two boutonnieres Bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, Two boutonnieres and two
and two corsages for wedding party corsages for wedding party
19 Wedding Ceremony & Reception Locations
There are various locations, air conditioned, indoor or outdoor, throughout the resort to celebrate the Las Mareas Terrace
wedding dinner depending upon the preference of the couple. The dreams of Love and Dreams Ultimate
package include both the silver and gold menu at the ball room, Terrace, garden and beach for 20 people. Capacity: 80 Guests
Extra fee may apply for additional person. Wedding Ceremony, dinner and cocktail
Food & Beverage: Platted menu and buffet
Beach and outdoor Reception available
Capacity: 300 Guests
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
Beach and outdoor reception are available, Round tables are set up that are
able to accommodate up to 10 people per table. A beach buffet service will
be provided for wedding groups of 50 or more people. In case of inclement Las Mareas Courtyard
weather, the ball room is available depending on the size of the group. Capacity: 120 Guests
Wedding Ceremony, cocktail and dinner
Ball Room Food & Beverage: Platted menu
Capacity: 450 Guests (Banquet Set Up) Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
The Ballroom at Dreams Las Mareas provides a truly elegant venue for
largest groups. Music is allowed at the Ballroom. This loaction is also used as
a back up in case of inclement weather. Rendevouz Terrace
Capacity: 30 Guests
Sea Side Grill Terrace Wedding Ceremony, cocktail and dinner
Capacity: 80 Guests Food & Beverage: Platted menu
Terrace can be reserved for maximum 80 people however, the restaurant will
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
be available to other guests. The seaside grill Restaurant will be available for
private weddings reception, but they will be subject to the hotel occupancy, if
the hotel is under 70% occupancy. World Café Terrace
Capacity: 100 Guests
Dinner and cocktail
Food & Beverage: Platted menu
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
20 Wedding Ceremony & Reception Locations
Royal Palm Tree Terrace Wedding Gazebo Portofino (wine cellar) Max
Capacity: 300 Guests Capacity: 40 Guests Capacity: 10 Guests
Dinner and cocktail Wedding ceremony and cocktail Beverage: Wine tasting (Not included on
Food & Beverage: Buffet Menu Food & Beverage: Platted menu the dinner rate) -please request the wine
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m. *maximum 20 pax list to the wedding coordinator
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m. Food: Seven course platted dinner - $750
Lobby Ocean View Garden USD minimum consumption – Menu to
Capacity: 450 Guests Santa Helena Beach be suggested based on the wine selection.
Dinner and cocktail Capacity: 200 Guests Entertainment: N/A
Food & Beverage: Buffet Menu Wedding ceremony, Dinner and cocktail
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m. Food & Beverage: Buffet menu *
Platted menu maximum 60 pax
Water Mirror pool Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
Capacity: 150 Guests
Dinner and cocktail La Arboleda Beach
Food & Beverage: Buffet Menu Capacity: 300 Guests
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m. Wedding ceremony, Dinner and cocktail
Food & Beverage: Buffet Menu
Barefoot pool area Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
Capacity: 60 Guests
Dinner and cocktail
Food & Beverage: Buffet and platted Menu
Entertainment: Allowed until 10:30 p.m.
21 Reception
The hotel has different locations available to celebrate the wedding
dinner, it may be outdoors or inside, air conditioned at the ballroom
depending of the preference of the wedding couple, and however you
should be informed about the hotel policies to use these facilities.
The Ultimate wedding package and the Dreams of Love wedding
package include dinner-reception per 3 hour event at the Ballroom or
the outdoor locations. The Golden or Silver menu could be served in
any of beach or outdoor locations as well the Ballroom.
Please ask to the wedding Coordinator for the Silver or Gold buffet style
menu depending your wedding package, because buffet style must be
served if you have over 50 people and outdoor location dinner. Also this
The Ultimate wedding package and Dreams of Love wedding package
service can be requested for indoors locations.
include dinner- reception per 3 hours event, after this time and extra
The weddings in paradise package have the option to add special dinner charge per hour per person will apply for open Bar.
with additional cost in the Ballroom or outdoor location depending on
Time frames to move outside events to back up or indoor area are 5 hours
availability. Please ask for the details & menus directly to the wedding
prior the event, last minute back up location cannot be guaranteed by the
coordinator.
resort.
Music or dancing is not allowed in the restaurants.
Prices of wedding packages will not be revised if less people, wedding
The outdoor events on the beach or pool terrace, are allowed maximum package price will remain the same. In case of more people then
10:30 pm additional fee per person will apply.
22 Silver Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
COLD HORS D´OEUVRES HOT HORS D´OEUVRES
• Ceviche in Chalupa • Chicken fingers
• Ham Roll with cheese • Fish croquette
• Panela Cheese in chipotle sauce • Spinach quiche
Dreams of Love wedding Package include for 20people, one hour of
cocktails with SILVER hors d’ oeuvres , please select three options,
additional fee will apply per extra person $25 USD.
Customized weddings or Wedding in Paradise could add one hour
Cocktails with SILVER hors d’ oeuvres , please select three options,
additional fee will apply per extra person $25 USD.
23 Gold Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
COLD HORS D´OEUVRES HOT HORS D´OEUVRES
• Cheese with grapes and nuts • Beef brochette with blue
cheese sauce
• Seafood tartlets
• Mini vol-au-vent with seafood
• Grissini with prosciutto ham
• Chicken and cheese turnovers
Ultimate wedding Package include for 20people, one hour of cocktails
with GOLD hors d’ oeuvres , please select three options, additional fee
will apply per extra person $27 USD.
Customized weddings or Wedding in Paradise could add one hour
Cocktails with GOLD hors d’ oeuvres , please select three options,
additional fee will apply per extra person $27 USD.
24 Silver Dinner Menu
Couple should pick one of each of the following: appetizer, salad, main course and dessert
Appetizers
• Spacy Chicken with carrots
• Puffed Pastry filled with mushrooms and Mozzarella Cheese
• Azteca fried tortilla with shrimp and cream
Salads
• Caesar Salad with blackened Chicken
• Grilled Vegetables with aged Balsamic Vinegar
• Mixed Salad with a house dressing
Main Courses
• Grilled Flank Steak with a Slight Spicy adobo Sauce
• Chicken Breast filled with spinach and cream Cheese topped
with pepper sauce
• Fish Steak with vegetables Fettuccine The Dreams of Love Wedding Package includes the Silver menu for max
of 20 people staying at the hotel. Each additional person will incur a $48
Desserts
USD. Including food and beverage for the wedding, during 3 hours.
• Mousse with Chocolate Sauce Buffet style applies to groups over 50 people and special menu will be
• Tres Leches Cake Filled with strawberry Flambé provided. Menu and pricing are subject to change without notice.
• Fruit Tart with Amaretto Mousse
25 Gold Dinner Menu
Couple should pick one of each of the following: appetizer, salad, main course and dessert
Appetizers
• Shrimp Fried Quesadillas in a coriander and Tomato Sauce
• Bruschetta with prosciutto, Tomato and Fresh Basil
• Portobello Mushrooms with a Truffle Mouse and Mozzarella Cheese
Salads
• Caribbean Shrimp Salad with Mango Dressing
• Fresh Green Asparagus Salad with Dijon Mustard Dressing
• Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
Main Courses
• Surf & Turf Fillet Mignon with Shrimp with a gravy sauce
and melted butter
• Fresh Salmon in a puff Pastry with delicious Pepper Sauce
• Pork Medallions with potato Soufflé and Oporto Sauce The Dreams Ultimate Wedding Package includes the Gold menu
for max of 20 people staying at the hotel. Each additional person
Desserts
will incur a $55 USD. Including food and beverage for the wedding,
• Vanilla Puff Pastry Cake with Cognac Sauce during 3 hours. Buffet style applies to groups over 50 people and
• Dark Chocolate Cake special menu will be provided. Menu and pricing are subject to
change without notice.
• Tiramisu
26 Wedding Cakes
Select the Cake according to the wedding package chosen; contact the wedding
coordinator, if you would like to upgrade the cake. If you would like to send a picture of a
different cake, it will be subject to wedding coordinators price quote.
Flavors: Carrot, vanilla, chocolate, caramel,
Filling: Blueberry, coffee buttercream, banana buttercream, coconut
buttercream, Dulce de leche (Caramel) and seasonal tropical fruits.
Frosting: Fondant, creamy
One tier cake for up to 10 guests, included at the Two tier cake for up to 20 guests, included at Two tier cake with natural tropical flowers in cascade, for up to 20 guests, included at the
Paradise Wedding Package, all white rounded or the Dreams of Love Wedding Package, all white Ultimate Wedding Package, 2 flavors to be chosen.
square. rounded or square. One flavor to be chosen for
both tiers. Natural tropical flowers on top.
27 Shipping Procedures
Dreams Las Mareas highly recommends that all additional decorations and/ or favors be brought with the couple on the plane. If it is necessary to
ship boxes prior to the couples arrival, we suggest using either FEDEX or UPS and shipping everything a month and a half in advance to ensure
all boxes clear customs.
• Please be advised that food, animals, insects or natural flowers are not permitted to enter Costa Rica.
• Label all boxes with your name and clearly specify the date you will be arriving.
• Dreams Las Mareas will deliver gifts to the guest’s rooms. There will be a $3.00 USD service fee per room. A complete list of all guests along
with room numbers is required.
• Once the boxes have been shipped, please send an e-mail to the wedding coordinator with the following information to allow us to track the
packages:
• Bride or grooms name
• Tracking number
• Shipping company
• Number of boxes
Damages & Losses: The property does not assume responsibility for any items, personal or professional, brought onto the resort prior to,
during or after the wedding event. These include, but are not limited to, floral arrangements, decorations or equipment. The wedding couple is
responsible for all non-resort guests while they are on property attending the event.
28 Payment Policy
Wedding in Paradise Package: A $100 USD deposit is required to hold and confirm the wedding date. This money will applied towards any
upgrades that the couple adds on to this complimentary package. If the couple does not purchase any additional amenities for the wedding itself,
this credit may be applied to the rooms charges upon check out (phone charges, spa treatments, logo shop purchases, etc.) if for any reason is not
used in full, any remaining balance at check-out must be refunded.
Dreams of Love Wedding Package and Ultimate Wedding Package: A $500 USD deposit is required to hold and confirm the wedding date.
• The full payment of the wedding must be done 2 days before the wedding, after the first meeting with the wedding coordinator; she or he will be
able to provide a contract with all the services you have requested.
• The final bill of the wedding can be paid in Cash, debit card or Credit Card, please read the following note.
• Payments with credit cards are accepted: VISA, MASTERCARD OR AMERICAN EXPRESS. Personal checks are not accepted for payments.
Wedding Cancelations: The wedding can be canceled six months or more prior to the confirmed date without penalties. If the wedding is canceled
within six months, the non-refundable deposit would be kept as a penalty. If the wedding is canceled, but the couple still travel as planned the
deposit can then be applied toward any additional room charges made during their stay.
Damages & Losses: The property does not assume responsibility for any items, personal or professional, brought onto the resort prior to, during
or after the wedding event. These include, but are not limited to flowers arrangements, decorations, or equipment. The wedding couple is
responsible, for all non-resort guests while they are on property attending the event, as well as any damage to the property or equipment, in case of
any disturbance to the hotel or any other guest the event could be suspended and local authorities may be informed.
Weather Conditions: The hotel is not responsible for weather conditions on to the wedding day (rain, storms or excess of wind). In case of poor
weather conditions the Bride and Groom have to decide if the backup wedding location will be used 4 hours prior to the event, in order to
guarantee the services established and the quality expected. LAST MINUTE BACK UP LOCATIONS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED BY
THE RESORT.
The hotel is unable to guarantee third party availability of suppliers (judge, ministers, musicians, photographers, etc.) if last minute back up
location is requested or change at last minute or extending the time frame they were originally contracted for.
29 Legal Requirements
In order to get legally married in Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica, there are a few requirements you need. Even though by law the wedding couple only needs to be
here 24 hours in advance, we would advise you to come at least 3 days in advance to meet with the wedding coordinator to go through the final details regarding the
wedding. Symbolic and non-legal ceremonies allow flexibility for arrival date. Please speak with the wedding coordinator to discuss requirements.
Requirments:
• The full name of the Bride and Groom (how it is written on your passport). Brides, if your last name does not match your father’s (for a reason other than a
previous marriage), please provide a brief explanation.
• Describe briefly what you your occupations is. For example: engineer, electronic technician, school teacher, broker, assistant in electric company, etc. Kindly avoid
the following terms as they are vague: company director, project control officer, public official, service technician, assistant, assistant manager, strategy consultant,
manager, operations manager, coordinator, etc.
• Current home address (No P.O. Box).
• Passport number and Citizenship. Please make sure each passport is signed by the bearer. Scan them together and email (Scans: send the scan in JPG or PDF
format and size around 500k)
• Marital status: If divorced, please indicate the date, city and state or province, name of Court that decreed the divorce, and the full name of ex-spouse and his/her
citizenship, no initials, please. No need to send the actual divorce papers. If you’ve been divorced more than once, please send the information only on your last.
• Date and place of birth (city, state or province, country).
• Full name of the Father and Mother and current citizenship (no initials). Required by law, even if parents are deceased. Mother’s name must be her current name,
not her maiden.
• Mailing address (No P.O. Box). This is the address where the final documentation will be sent.
• Phone number: Necessary for delivery, in case they can’t find your address.
• Witnesses: Costa Rica Law requires two witnesses for the marriage. Family and friends can certainly be witnesses, as long as they are 18 years of age or older. If you
are coming alone, let your coordinator know so the necessary arrangements for local witnesses can be made. If you want your family or guests to bear witness, you
will need to send the information of the first 5 bullet points above for each witness. On Item 5, just the status will suffice (“single”, “married”, “divorced”, etc.), no
details necessary.
• The required information must be sent to our lawyer´s office to Mrs. Ana Ligia Echeverria weddings@ibe.cr
30 Address: Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica Playa El Jobo. El Jobo La Cruz de Guanacaste, Costa Rica Email: weddings1.drelm@dreamsresorts.com
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