C eremonies at Sea - P&O Cruises

F
requently asked questions
Ceremonies at Sea
Which P&O Cruises ships offer Ceremonies at Sea
Ceremonies are available on board all our ships.
Does the wedding take place in port or while the ship
is sailing
All wedding ceremonies will take place while the ship is
in port on the day of embarkation. The ship must be in
port while a wedding ceremony takes place.
Can a civil union be held on board
For legal reasons, we can only offer civil union
ceremonies out of Auckland. As with weddings, civil
unions can only be performed by a celebrant while
the ship is in port. For more information, contact our
Telephone Sales & Service team or your travel agent.
Can I get married at a port of call during my cruise
We currently offer wedding ceremonies in Sydney,
Brisbane, Newcastle, Fremantle and Auckland on
embarkation day. Wedding ceremonies in other ports of
call are not available.
Can I hold a commitment ceremony or renew our
vows on board
Yes, P&O Cruises offers commitment and renewal
of vows ceremonies during selected cruises. These
ceremonies are conducted while the ship is at sea.
Can I get married while the ship is at sea
For legal reasons, we do not offer wedding ceremonies
while the ship is at sea. You can however, enjoy a
commitment ceremony or renew your vows.
How much notice do I need to give you if I want to
book a ceremony
It is best to book as early as you can to avoid missing out
on your selected date. Weddings and Civil Unions must
be booked at least 45 days prior to departure and at least
30 days notice must be given for all other ceremonies.
Please note, reservations for your guests will be subject to general
cabin availability at the time of booking.
Before the big day
Do I need to cruise to have a ceremony on board
Yes. This is a great opportunity for you to organise
your special day at the same time as securing your
honeymoon, or just a break – this is how to holiday!
Does everyone need to be sailing to attend the
ceremony
Yes. All guests who attend the ceremony must be sailing
on the same cruise (except the registered celebrant for
weddings or civil unions).
How many guests can attend our ceremony
Ceremony venues typically cater for up to 30 attendees.
For larger groups, please call our Telephone Sales and
Service team or your travel agent to discuss availability. If
you are planning a wedding or civil union, a minimum of
10 attendees is required. For other ceremonies, there is
no minimum number required.
Who performs the ceremony for a wedding
or civil union
We ask that couples select their own registered celebrant
to perform the ceremony on board. In Australian
ports, an Australian registered celebrant is required. In
Auckland, a New Zealand registered celebrant is required.
Registered celebrants are listed on the following websites
www.ag.gov.au (AU) or www.bdm.govt.nz (NZ).
How long should I book the celebrant for
To allow for any unforeseen delays, it is essential that you
book your registered celebrant from 11am to 7pm on the
day of your ceremony.
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