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Congratulations and thank you for considering Pelican Bay at Lucaya hotel to host your wedding!

With so much to offer, we have put together a guidebook of all of the incredible opportunities

for you and your loved ones to enjoy here in the Bahamas.

Please take your time looking through our guidebook. We have also included a worksheet for you

to compile your thoughts and our Professional Wedding Planner, Marva Munroe, will be happy

to help you plan your ideal wedding. You may reach her at 242.373.9550 or via email at

[email protected].

Once again, thank you for considering Pelican Bay at Lucaya!

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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

About Pelican Bay at Lucaya ........................................................................................... 2

Pelican Bay Wedding Offerings ...................................................................................... 3

Vow Renewals ................................................................................................................. 4

Junkanoo Celebration ..................................................................................................... 5

Destination Weddings..................................................................................................... 6

Ceremony & Reception Locations .................................................................................. 7

Sample Menus ................................................................................................................. 8

Photography, Entertainment, Floral, & Services ............................................................ 11

Cakes & Recreation...the fun stuff!! ................................................................................ 12

Weather ........................................................................................................................... 13

Requirements for Obtaining a Marriage License ........................................................... 14

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One of Grand Bahama Island’s newest hotels, the Pelican Bay at Lucaya is where visitors find the

finest combination of Caribbean charm and unique island architecture and service. Offering the

Grand Bahama Island Experience, Pelican Bay at Lucaya is intimate. We host only one wedding

a day and are the only venue offering stunning private and secluded beach weddings

ceremonies reached via a whimsical, idyllic ferry boat ride.

Our tropical island setting and renowned hospitality combine to make your Caribbean wedding

and honeymoon an unforgettable experience. An inclusive Bahamas wedding package from

Pelican Bay at Lucaya offers unsurpassed attention to detail, and our Bahamas wedding planner

will ensure every facet of your wedding day is seen through with precision and grace.

From intimate, unique venues to wedding cakes, floral creations, and memorable cuisine,

Pelican Bay at Lucaya can seamlessly plan your wedding day and make your day everything you

have ever imagined. We have gathered the fine details to show you how easy a wedding at

Pelican Bay can be. Our Wedding Event Specialist is happy to answer any questions you may

have. Allow us to guide you through the planning process of your special day. From walking

down the aisle to toasting with champagne, we’ll guide you every step of the way...

DESTINATION


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Marry amid the jewel toned waters, romantic breezes, powder soft sand and warm tropical sunsets

only the Bahamas can offer. At Pelican Bay we are happy to propose ceremony packages that are

intimate and relaxed for the bride and groom. However, a custom celebration with your closest

family and friends is always an option as well. Government fees of $100 for marriage license, $100

for two affidavits of singlehood and $20 marriage certificate are not included in package pricing.

These fees are subject to change.

BEACH BLISS WEDDING / $4,200Just minutes away by private Wedding Ferry is one of the Caribbean’s most exquisite, white sand beaches. We will arrange for you and your guests to be whisked away to this idyllic setting for an island casual wedding with the magnificent turquoise sea in the background.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Limousine airport transfers for the bride and groom

• Assistance with the arrangement of the Marriage Officer and guidance with the preparation of required documents; squire and accompany to Registrar’s Office for Marriage Licence

• Private Round 15 minute Trip Ferry to Secluded Beach for Ceremony for guests up to 65

• Religious or civil officiant

• Ceremony at secluded beach with padded white folding chairs for guests

• Bridal bouquet and boutonniere of tropical blooms

• A bottle of chilled French Champagne

• Petite one-tier island style wedding cake for two (may be upgraded)

• Professional photographer for one hour, high resolution images with release rights.

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WATER’S EDGE WEDDING / $2,925A new, specially designed wedding gazebo and lawn overlooking gorgeous Bell Channel Bay is the perfect setting. Tucked away in a quiet spot between two brightly coloured village buildings on our grounds, this spot is enhanced by swaying palms and gentle Caribbean breezes.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Limousine airport transfers for the bride and groom

• Assistance with the arrangement of the Marriage Officer and guidance with the preparation of required documents; squire and accompany to Registrar’s Office for Marriage Licence

• Ceremony in decorated gazebo or beside pool

• Religious or civil officiant

• Padded white folding chairs

• Bridal bouquet and boutonniere of tropical blooms


• Petite one-tier island style wedding cake for two (may be upgraded)

• Professional photographer for one hour, high resolution images with release rights.

RENEWED ROMANCE / $1,299PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• A Vow Renewal Ceremony at one of our spectacular ceremony locations (gazebo or poolside)


• Island Style One Tier Wedding Cake

• Tropical ‘bridal’ bouquet and groom ‘boutonniere’

• Services of personal vow renewal planner

NOTE: Officiant = $250, high resolution images with release rights = $600

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GETTING MARRIED IN BAHAMIAN STYLE!PELICAN BAY “JUNKANOO WEDDING”

The laid-back attitude of Bahamians is a healthy byproduct of freedom and the good life.

“Junkanoo” is a celebration of life and family with colorful and intricate costumes, upbeat music

from cowbells, whistles and goatskin drums as native Bahamians call on the spirit of ancestors

while giving themselves over to joyful exuberance.

Our Wedding Specialist is happy to create an authentic “Junkanoo” celebration for you.

Following your traditional ceremony, our Rake & Scrape Band will herald the arrival of “Mr. &

Mrs.” into your reception with happy, upbeat music and fabulous costumes indicative of the

Junkanoo carnival. Your guests will become a part of the merriment as they don straw hats

and shake along with cowbells and whistles. A traditional feast celebrating the flavors of the

Bahamas and signature cocktails provide the delicacies that make a Junkanoo wedding unique.

Vibrant linens and centerpieces provide a festive ambiance to your gala. Add a traditional

Junkanoo Band to score to your Bahamian celebration!

A personalized proposal can be created ... just say the word!

TRADITION


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CELEBRATE WITH FAMILY & FRIENDSOne of the best aspects of a Pelican Bay at Lucaya Wedding is the joy of bringing cherished

family and friends together in an intimate, island setting to create new memories together

while celebrating your union. Special surprises welcome each and every guest starting from the

moment they arrive. Whether you bring two guests or 100, Pelican Bay at Lucaya will create with

you a destination wedding experience they’ll be talking about for years to come...

RESORT ACCOMMODATIONS:

With 89 spacious waterside rooms and 96 elegant waterside state rooms, your guests will feel right at home. We offer a discounted group rate and reservation assistance to make their vacation experience seamless. We are pleased to offer the following arrangements for you and your wedding guests:

• Complimentary waterside stateroom with VIP amenities for bride and groom when 20 or more rooms are reserved

• Per 10 paying rooms, receive one upgrade to a waterside stateroom

• A discounted room rate for all guests based on season and availability

• Coupon for Complimentary Poolside Tropical Welcome Drink

• Complimentary Espresso Bar in each Waterside State Room

• Our rates for rooms vary by season from $119-$149 plus 7.5% Value added tax and 8% Tourism Board Resort Levy. Room rates include daily Breakfast

• For site inspections of two nights hotel stay prior to wedding and reserved directly through the resort, a credit for the two nights hotel stay will be applied to your wedding account

DESTINATION


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CEREMONY LOCATIONSOur water’s edge wedding gazebo, poolside overlooking the bay or private secluded beach,

15 minutes by ferry boat from our hotel offer amazing ceremony locations. These venues may

be set-up with lovely white wooden padded chairs for up to 100 guests, complemented by

your choice of enhancements. The bride travels to the beach wedding ceremony venue via

limousine (extra price applies). The groom, groomsmen and guests travel to our beach wedding

ceremony venue, located 15 minutes away, by ferry boat. The back-up for beach wedding

ceremonies in the event of rain is The Canal House. A back-up call is made by 12 noon

the day of event.

RECEPTION OPTIONS

Following your special wedding ceremony, the celebrating begins at one of our unique and intimate reception locations:

LOCATIONS


DELPHINES GRAND SALON AND BALCONY, THE CANAL HOUSE

The beautiful, modern and stylish Delphines Grand Salon, the Canal House, which opened late 2010, lends itself to festive receptions. Warm, welcoming space accommodates up to 100 guests for a seated dinner. Delphines Balcony overlooks Bell Channel Bay and accommodates 168 for a cocktail reception.

BONES POOL TERRACE

This open air locale is the ideal location for starlit weddings with gorgeous views of Bell Channel Bay. Bones holds up to 100 guests for a cocktail reception and seated dinner.

The typical time frame for an event is four hours. The reception& dinner may be extended by adding additional Open Bar hours.

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DREAM BUFFET MENUHors d’oeuvres( Select Five Items )

q Light and Golden Conch Fritters with Bahama Mama Fry Sauceq Devilled Eggs with Crispy Bacon and Capersq Tomato Bruschettaq Chicken Torilla Rolls on Skewers with Spicy Mango Chutneyq Crispy Bacon, Cream Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Mushroomq Blue Cheese and Mushroom Toastq Sweet and Sour Meat Ballsq Chicken Satayq Blackened Beef Fajitaq Mango Grouper on Wontonq Salmon Tartarq Seafood Salad Crostiniq Jerked Chicken Wings

Appetizers( Select Three Items )

q Crispy Greens Garden Salad Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Pickle Onionsq Roasted Peppers and Mushroom Penne Pasta Saladq Red Tomato Salad with Balsamic Vinaigretteq Caesar Salad with Croutons & Fresh Grated Parmesanq Smoked Atlantic Salmon Saladq Mixed Green Asian Shrimp Saladq Spinach & Bacon Saladq Bahamian Conch Chowderq Roasted Butternut Squashq French Onion Soup

Main Course( Select Two Items )

q Braised Lamb Shank with Lamb Au Jusq Herb Roasted Pork Loin with Mushroom Sauceq Pepper Crusted Sirloin Steak with Pepper Sauceq Sautéed Nassau Grouper with Beurre Blancq Lemon and Thyme Broiled Hog Snapperq Sautéed Salmon with Hollandaise Sauce

Side Dishes( Select Three Items )

q Potato Salad with Herb Vinaigretteq Grilled Assorted Seasonal Vegetableq Steamed Vegetableq Herb & Cheese Stuffed Tomatoesq Israeli Couscousq Creamy Potato Gratinq Caribbean Rice

Dessert( Select One Item )

q Warm Granny Smith Apple Tartq Guava Swirl Cheese Cake with Bourbon Whipped Creamq Caramelized Banana Tart with Toasted Coconut

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DREAMPLATED MENU A Hors d’oeuvres( Select Five Items )

q Light and Golden Conch Fritters with Bahama Mama Fry Sauceq Devilled Eggs with Crispy Bacon and Capersq Tomato Bruschettaq Chicken Torilla Rolls on Skewers with Spicy Mango Chutneyq Crispy Bacon, Cream Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Mushroomq Blue Cheese and Mushroom Toastq Sweet and Sour Meat Ballsq Chicken Satayq Blackened Beef Fajitaq Mango Grouper on Wontonq Salmon Tartarq Seafood Salad Crostiniq Jerked Chicken Wings

Appetizer( Select Two Items )

q Crispy Golden Grouper Cake with Herbs & Citrus Cucumber Salsaq Potato & Leek Soup Served with Parsley Toasted Breadq Light-Spicy Island Seafood Dipq Roasted Sirloin Salad with Honey Nut Dressingq Ginger Tiger Shrimp Salad with Mango and Avocado

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q Balsamic Grilled Chicken Breast, served with Mushroom Risotto, Grilled Vegetables and Mushroom Sauce q Peppered & Garlic Crusted Sirloin Steak Roasted, served with Garlic Puree, Green Beans and Danish Blue Cheese Sauceq Blackened Grouper Fillet, served on a bed of Apple Green Salad with Mango-ginger Chutneyq Horseradish Crusted Salmon with Spinach Potato Puree and Tomato-Garlic Beurre Blanc Sauceq Lemon Pepper Grouper & Grilled Chicken, with Caribbean Rice, Seasonal Vegetables & Buerre Blanc Sauceq Pepper Crusted Beef & Sauté Snapper with Grilled Vegetables & Mushroom Sauce

Desert Menu( Select One Item )

q Warm Granny Smith Apple Tart, served with Vanilla Ice Creamq Guava Swirl Cheese Cake with Bourbon Whipped Creamq Caramelized Banana Tart with Toasted Coconut and Vanilla Ice Creamq Chocolate Mousse with Crème Anglaise

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DREAMPLATED MENU BHors d’oeuvres( Select Five Items )

q Pepper Sirloin Crostiniq Scallop Cevicheq Smoked Salmon with Cream Cheese and Capers on Wontonsq Vegetable Spring Rollsq Mozzarella Tomato Crostiniq Tiger Shrimps Shots Orange & Ginger Grilled Shrimp with Jalapeno Sauceq Tuna Maki Rollq Balsamic Grilled Vegetables Skewersq Salmon Maki Rollq Oysters on the half shell with Lemon Vinaigretteq BBQ Meatballsq Chicken Satayq Beef Satayq Stuffed Baby Red Potato with Lobsterq Black & Green Tapenade with Goat Cheese Crostini

Appetizer( Select Two Items )

q Peppered Crusted Beef and Blue Cheese Saladq Coconut Curry Seafood Soup with Garlic and Cheese Croutonsq Bahamian Spiny Lobster Bisque with Cognac Whipped Creamq Lobster Cake with Orange Reductionq Duck Leg Confit with mixed Green Salad and Port Wine Glaze

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q Grilled Beef Tenderloin Bourguignon and Potato Pureeq Crispy Duck Breast with Mushroom, Celery Risotto and Caramelized Applesq Roasted Thyme Marinated Lamb Rack with Grilled Vegetables and Mushroom Sauceq Grilled Beef Tenderloin and Broiled Lobster with Scallop Potato and Orange Ginger Sauceq Pan Fried Grouper and Grilled Chicken Breast with Noodle Salad and Asian Vinaigretteq Seared Yellow Fin Tuna with Noodle Salad and Asian Vinaigretteq Grilled Salmon with Beans and Small Red Potato Salad and Tomato Vinaigrette

Desert Menu( Select One Item )

q Warm Granny Smith Apple Tart, served with Vanilla Ice Creamq Guava Swirl Cheese Cake with Bourbon Whipped Creamq Caramelized Banana Tart with Toasted Coconut and Vanilla Ice Creamq Chocolate Mousse with Crème Anglaise


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Dream BuffetAll inclusive for 50 guests:

q Premium Open Bar: $6,800.00 Additional guests: $121.00 per person

q Deluxe Open Bar: $7,000.00 Additional guests: $126.00 per person

Dream Plated AAll inclusive for 50 guests:



Dream Plated BAll inclusive for 50 guests:




Prices are subject to change. Prices inclusive of gratuity. Prices are inclusive of one maitre d’ to manage food and beverage service, three servers and one bartender. A la carte price available upon request.

n Stolichnaya Vodkan Dewars White Labeln Jim Beamn Crown Royaln Gordon’s Gin n Bacardi Anejon Bacardi Whiten Jose Cuevo Gold

n Camparin Martini & Rossi Dryn Martini & Rossin Kalik, Sands, Sands Light, High Rockn Wente Cabernet Sauvignonn Wente Chardonnay n Soft Drinks, Minerals Waters, Juices and Mixers

n Kettle One Vokda n Absolute Citron n Absolute Mandarin n Bacardi Anejo n Bacardi Razz n Bacardi Limon n Martini & Rossi Sweet n Jameson Irish Whiskey n Johnny Walker Black n Bacardi White n Jack Daniels

n Jose Cuevo Gold n Crown Royal n Campari n Tanqueray Gin n Martini & Rossi Dry n Captain Morgan Spice Rum n Kalik, Sands, Sands Light, Heinekenn Beringer Founder Estate Merlotn Beringer Founder Estate Chardonnay

Our Deluxe Open Bar is fully stocked and features:

Our Premium Open Bar is fully stocked and features:

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At Pelican Bay at Lucaya we know what really makes weddings memorable are the small details. We are pleased to offer you a selection of wedding enhancements to ensure that your Bahamas wedding is all that you dream and more! We have partnered with the finest service providers on the island and beyond to support your special day:

ADDITIONALSERVICES


PHOTOGRAPHYTwo Additional Hours - $1,100

• Provision of professional photographer for two hours, high res digital images with release rights.

WEDDING PHOTOJOURNALISM(Off-shore photographer)

• From $3,900 plus travel expenses• We are delighted to arrange partner offshore photographers, should you wish. Please be advised that a Bahamas Government Immigration work permit must be secured at least one week prior to event for all photographers working on the island to cover a wedding. Your wedding specialist is happy to assist you with this.

ATMOSPHERE

• Solo steel pan player for wedding ceremony or cocktail per hour $470/$500• Violinist for ceremony $325• Flautist for ceremony $325• Flautist accompanied by pianist for ceremony $600• Keyboardist for ceremony $325• DJ for $175 per hour• Junkanoo to climax the evening $1,500 for 20 minute performance• Bahamian dance band with female vocalist from $660 per hour

FLORAL • Bridesmaids’ bouquets from $65 each based on floral choices• Boutonnieres $15 each• Corsages $20 each• Flower Girl Baskets from $65• Rose Petals for Throwing from $3 per person• Floral Table Centerpieces from $75 each• Arch decorated with fresh flowers and greenery from $1,200• Chuppah decorated with fresh flowers and greenery from $1,200 each• Rose Petal Covered Aisle from $500• Conch Shell Lined Aisle on Beach from $200

OTHER DECOR

• Luminaries around Pool Perimiter from $5 each• Tiki Torches on Beach or Poolside from $30 each• Hurricane Lamps $25 each• Votive Candles $2.50 each

PERSONAL SERVICES

• In-Room Hairstyling - Bridesmaids from $75 each, Brides from $120 (based on length of hair)• Manicure $35• Pedicure $40 each• Massage (50 Minute) $100• Professional Wedding Planner 15% of total cost of wedding

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At Pelican Bay at Lucaya we know what really makes weddings memorable are the small details. We are pleased to offer you a selection of wedding enhancements to ensure that your Bahamas wedding is all that you dream and more! We have partnered with the finest service providers on the island and beyond to support your special day:

ADDITIONALSERVICES ( C O N T I N U E D )


WEDDING CAKES

• Custom Made Wedding Cakes of Bride’s Choice from $350• Island Style 2-Tier with Fresh Tropical Flowers $250• Cake cutting fee is $2.50 per guest

Available Flavors:

• Traditional Bahamian Fruit Cake• Chocolate• Carrot• White• Marble• Yellow• Lemon• Guava

Available Fillings:

• Butter Cream• Bavarian Cream• Lemon• Fresh Strawberries• Chocolate Mousse• Raspberries and Cream

ADDITIONAL ITEMS • Extra Ferry Boat $900• Servers $120 each• Bartenders $150 each • Captains $250 each • Golf from $140 per round• Fishing $130 per person or $700 per charter• Limousine to beach $550 each• Tent 30’ X 40’ $455 each• Tent 40’ X 40’ $630 each• Tent 30’ X 50’ $910 each

Prices are subject to change.

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The trade winds that blow almost continually throughout Grand Bahama give the island a

warm, agreeable climate which varies little year round. The most refreshing time is between

September and May, when the temperature averages 70-75°F degrees. The rest of the year is

a bit warmer with temperatures between 80-85°F degrees.

WEATHER


Month Temp °F Temp °C Humidity % Rainfall inches

January 70 21 65 1.85”

February 70 21 62 1.70”

March 72 22 61 1.50”

April 76 24 61 1.90”

May 77 25 66 4.60”

June 80 27 66 8.9”

July 82 28 62 5.90”

August 82 28 61 6.2”

September 81 27 64 7.5”

October 78 26 68 8.10”

November 75 24 62 2.4”

December 70 21 66 1.30”

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BAHAMAS WEDDINGA Bahamian marriage license is a legal document issued by the Bahamian government and is

recognized in other countries. In order to apply for a marriage license, couples must have been

in The Bahamas for 24 hours prior to date of application. No blood test is necessary.

To complete the application process, couples must bring with them:

1. If either party has been divorced, the original final decree or a certified copy (with a raised or colored seal) must be produced. For European residents, the original decree or a certified copy (with a raised or colored seal) must be produced in the native language along with a translated certified or notarized copy in English. 2. If either party is widowed, the death certificate of the deceased spouse must be produced. 3. The parties must produce some form of identification that has a photograph attached. The identification document must be issued by a Government Office in the country where the parties reside. A passport is required for persons who are residents of a Commonwealth country.

4. The parties must produce evidence of the date of their arrival in The Islands of the Bahamas (i.e., airline ticket, immigration card).

*Please note: all US citizens traveling to The Bahamas are required to have a valid passport.

REQUIREMENTS


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YOUR PELICAN BAY WEDDINGPlease take a few moments to fill out the following worksheet and return it to our Wedding Consultant, Marva Munroe (fax: 242-373-9551). Marva looks forward to planning with you and preparing personalized information for you. Once again, we are here to make planning your Pelican Bay wedding as stress free as possible!

Bride’s Full Name:

Groom’s Full Name:

Mailing Address:

City, State & Zip Code:

Email: Phone: Fax:

How do you prefer to be contacted?

Wedding Date you are interested in? Time of day?

Will family and friends be joining you? If so, approximately how many?

Wedding Package you are interested in?

Would you like to customize the details of your ceremony & reception? q Yes q No

Preferred floral:

Bride’s Bouquet: Additional Bouquets:

Groom’s Boutonnière: Additional Boutonnières:

Photography Option Chosen:

Wedding Cake flavor and décor?

If you are brining family and friends we’ll be happy to create a celebration for you.

Would you like a cocktail reception? q Yes q No

Would you like a brunch/lunch/dinner? q Yes q No

Open Bar? q Yes q No

Welcome Party? q Yes q No

Farewell Breakfast? q Yes q No

Music & Entertainment

q Ceremony Music q Reception

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