Costa Rica weddings are increasingly popular because of the beauty and beaches. Planning a travel destination wedding? Interested in a beach wedding? Costa Rica offers a romantic setting for an ideal wedding. There are numerous travel and wedding services available throughout Costa Rica which can simplify the planning process. Also, there is sufficient infrastructure to accommodate a wedding party.

The Legal Requirements for a Costa Rica Wedding Ceremony

Costa Rica makes getting married straightforward. Couples will need to sign a sworn statement attesting to civil status, date of birth and provide parents' names.

Non-Catholic weddings require the presence of a lawyer who is responsible for filing the legal documents with the civil registry and the embassy of the couple's homeland. A lawyer can also conduct the wedding. Costa Rican marriages are recognized in Western Europe, the United States and Canada.

Costa Rica Wedding & Honeymoon Travel Packages

There are a variety of options and travel packages available for a wedding or honeymoon. Couples can select packages at a beach destination such as Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio, Papagayo, and Corcovado. Or, the more adventurous can find packages at beautiful hotels located near volcanoes, such as Arenal or Turrialba.

Dominical beach

Dominical Costa Rica is a laid back surfer's destination with a beautiful long beach. Dominical is south of Jaco and north of Corcovado National Park. It makes a great pit stop if you're heading to Corcovado.

Although it's not a high-end tourist destination, Dominical is charming and has sufficient services for the adventurous travelers. Be sure to try the fresh bakery.

Corcovado coastline

Corcovado National Park is located in the Osa Peninsula and is a bit off-the-beaten path. However, it's a fascinating destination and worth the effort to visit.

Corcovado National Park offers terrific hiking, marine and wildlife viewing, fishing, snorkeling and a whole lot more.