You might have been on holiday in the Land of Smiles and suddenly, bang! Cupid’s arrow strikes your heart and now, after a few years of going back and forth, you have finally decided to relocate and marry your sweetheart. There is a lot to arrange and with that in mind, here are a few top tips on getting married in Thailand to make the event one that is remembered for all the right reasons.
- Prepare all the necessary documents – You will need a document from your home country that states you are eligible to marry. Typically, you can obtain this from your embassy and it might need to be translated into the Thai language. Indeed, if you are planning to marry at an Amphur Office (Government district office), you will probably need to bring a translator.
- Choosing a wedding venue – Choosing one of the premier Phuket wedding venues means you are only dealing with a single organisation; they have all the resources you need for your wedding reception. Whether you are planning a themed wedding or a beach ceremony, a top resort has all the solutions, plus they have accommodation for guests.
- Research traditional Thai wedding ceremonies – It is likely that your bride-to-be will want to include a few Thai traditional practices, so you need to find out what that entails. Google can help you to gain an understanding and you won’t be confused when the fun begins!
- Traditional Thai Culture – The wedding dowry – It is traditional for the groom to offer a dowry to the bride’s family; talk to your soon-to-be wife and see where that leads. Many parents do not want a dowry, they would rather the young couple use the money to buy a house and furnish it. It is often the case when the groom pays a dowry, which is on display during the reception, but when the event is over, they return the gold/cash. Saving face is an important aspect of Thai culture and this keeps everyone happy. Click here for more great holiday tips.
- Send out the wedding invites as soon as you confirm the date – People are very busy and if some of your guests are going to fly in from other countries, the more notice you give, the better. If you choose one of the top wedding hotels/resorts in Phuket, guests book rooms in advance, plus they can enjoy an amazing holiday at the same time.
If you are unsure about where to host the wedding party, we can thoroughly recommend Phuket, which is the most popular tourist island in the southern part of Thailand. Choose one of the best hotels/resorts, as they have all the resources you need for an unforgettable wedding reception; start with a Google search and book as soon as your wedding date is confirmed.
