We’re Celebrating Our Marriage!
April 12, 2025
The wedding will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at Pearl Beach Club in Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. We'll start with a ceremony on the beach, then move to the larger venue area for cocktail hour and a reception. Dress code is semi-formal.
Pearl Beach Club
Bávaro, Punta Cana, La Altagracia, Higüey 23000, República Dominicana
https://www.pearlbeachclub.com/
We ask that all guests arrive at the wedding venue by 4:30pm on Saturday and everyone is seated by 4:50pm. This ensures that the events begin on schedule.
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Ceremony
5:00PM-5:30PM
Cocktail Hour
5:30PM-6:30PM
Reception
6:30PM-9:30PM
Afterparty
9:45PM start
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The beach club has a private parking lot in front, if you are driving your own vehicle.
Private transportation from two of the nearby resorts is available to transport guests to the venue on the wedding day. Private transportation is also available to take guests back to those resorts after the reception ends at Pearl Beach Club and after the party at Pal’ Patio too. *see resort information below*
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Guests are not allowed to bring any food or drink into the venue!
There are bottomless drinks during cocktail hour and a full open bar for the duration of the reception. Beer, water, juice, and soda are also included. A selection of hors d'oeuvres are served at cocktail hour plus a delicious buffet of dishes, desserts, and a cake are provided at the reception.
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Rehearsal for Wedding Party:
Please note that on at 4:00PM on Friday, April 11th there will be a 45 min. wedding rehearsal at Pearl Beach Club, then a dinner to follow. All bridesmaids and groomsmen, as well as any other family members who have a role in the ceremony, must arrive by Friday morning at the latest. You can check into your accommodation and then head to the venue on time.
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Afterparty @ Pal’ Patio
https://www.tumenurd.com/menu/palpatio/
9:45PM start
Private transportation to the afterparty from the reception is provided; and private transportation back to your resort from Pal’ Patio is also provided. The wedding couple rented a private area of the restaurant that has plenty of tables and chairs as well as a roof above, and a portion of afterparty drinks and food that guests order are already paid for by the couple. Pal’ Patio is located in Downtown Punta Cana and is a 10 minute drive from Pearl Beach Club.
*must be age 18+ to enter Pal’ Patio*
Travel
The venue where our symbolic wedding ceremony takes place is a private beach club in Cabeza de Toro, a neighborhood nestled between Bávaro and Punta Cana. It is centered around the lush Laguna Bávaro Wildlife Refuge. The main street, Carretera Cabeza de Toro, connects nearby hotels with the local restaurants and shops. The area offers calm, clear waters, kitesurfing, scuba diving, and deep sea fishing, as well as a Marinarium. The beaches in this area have the “Blue Flag” status, meaning they meet the F.E.E.’s highest global standards for cleanliness, safety, and biodiversity.
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Airport & Transport
We recommend flying into Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana.
The driving distance between this airport and the resorts near Pearl Beach Club is about 10 mi. (16 km), or 15-20 minutes.
After claiming your luggage at the airport, head straight outside to the taxi service area. There are many taxi companies lined up and it is busy. Simply tell them the name of your resort and they will let you know if they transport travelers to that area of the city. Though it isn’t necessary to book airport transportation in advance, here are some options of airport taxi companies that usually drive to the Cabeza de Toro area and more. Click the name to be redirected to the booking website:
HolidayTaxis (flexible cancellation policy that allows changes up to 24 hours before travel)
Kiwitaxi (offers variety of fares based on vehicle class and distance to destination)
Diamond Dominican Transfers (user-friendly online booking, offers additional drink package with transport)
DWJ VIP Services (one of the most highly rated Punta Cana taxi services on TripAdvisor)
The average cost of a taxi ride from PUJ to Cabeza de Toro is between US $17-$22 for up to 4 people, or as much as US $25 or more for a van to transport a larger group.
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Resort Stays
There is no room block, as it is efficient for guests to individually choose the hotel or stay that meets their needs. Click the resort name to be redirected to their official website:
Serenade Punta Cana Beach & Spa Resort
Offers private transportation to/from wedding
5 minute drive from venue
Family Friendly and Adults Only hotel options
The married couple are staying at Serenade
Catalonia Bávaro Beach Golf And Casino Resort
Offers private transportation to/from wedding
1 minute drive from venue
Family Friendly
Owns and operates Pearl Beach Club
8 minute drive from venue
Family Friendly
7 minute drive from venue
Family Friendly
5 minute drive from venue
Family Friendly
Resort Day Passes:
If you are in the wedding party and are staying somewhere other than Serenade Punta Cana, including another resort, an Airbnb, or your own home, you will need a day pass to enter Serenade on the wedding day to get ready with the group. Resort passes must be reserved by the wedding couple in advance so please communicate your itinerary as soon as possible and they will purchase the correct amount of passes.
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The above resorts are All-Inclusive. This means that the property’s amenities utilized during your stay are included in your nightly room fee at no additional cost, amenities like: restaurants, room service and restocked in-room minibar/snacks, laundry service, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, pools and beach access, cabana rentals, non-motorized land and sea recreational activities, kids’ club, entertainment shows, disco access, gym access, and more. Each resorts’ website will detail their specific inclusions, and some offer additional resort amenities reserved for guests in upgraded suites. Tipping staff around the property is not required, though they can accept tips and appreciate it greatly while they deliver top-tier service.
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Cross-check prices of resorts on different travel sites for better deals: Booking.com, Expedia.com, Hotels.com, etc.
Hopper app is a very useful travel tool. Input flights, stays, vehicle rentals, and excursions on the app that you want to book. It will generate the current prices for that purchase and tell you whether that’s cheaper or more expensive than the cost in previous weeks. It also predicts with statistical accuracy when future price hikes and drops will occur. Hopper will recommended a time to book your activity or accommodation when the price is best. You can ask the app to “watch” your search and notify you when the price has changed.
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Things to Do
If you are interested in venturing off the property for excursions, there will be a help desk in your resort lobby where you can book activities for a fee. Here are a few suggestions nearby to get you started, too. Click the name below to be redirected to the website:
A nature park that offers zip lines, swimming in natural springs, an underground cave expedition, a hike through the jungle to the Blue Hole Cenote, and more.
Tripadvisor Boat Tours & Cruises
For water adventures like snorkeling, scuba diving, kitesurfing, deep-sea fishing and more, we recommend checking in with your resorts’ excursion desk to see what deals they have on current trips. Tripadvior is also a useful resource. If snorkeling interests you, look into day trips to the famous, Saona Island.
Not for the faint of heart, but the married couple enjoyed this tour greatly! You will tour a countryside portion of the island on your own dune buggy with a larger group. Visit a lagoon in a cave that’s perfect for cooling off out of the sun, stop at a ranch to preview the production of cacao, coffee, tobacco, and liquor (and taste test!) and swim at popular Macao Beach before heading back home.
Located in a gated community in Bávaro, near the Punta Cana airport. It features 3 challenging 9-hole courses. Designed by architect and 6x Spanish golfing champion, José “Pepe” Gancedo, it is built into the natural terrain of the region.
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.
GIFTS
Most guests are traveling to celebrate with the couple in Punta Cana, so your presence is a blessing and is all that’s asked for. If you also want to contribute to the honeymoon fund, please use Venmo or Zelle. The plan is to travel in the summer of 2025!
Venmo: Courtney-Nunez-1
Zelle: +1 973-303-6506
Dress Code
Semi-Formal
Ladies: Think dresses, a blouse with skirt, pantsuits, or jumpsuits. Feel free to include printed fabrics, if you like! For flowy dresses and skirts, consider a tea length or maxi length in case of wind. For shoes consider dressy sandals, chunky heels, and wedges for comfort moving around the venue. Please do not wear an outfit that is mostly white or ivory out of respect for the bride; though small amounts of white in a garment are acceptable.
Men: While a jacket and tie isn’t required, a breathable sports coat or nice blazer is encouraged. Don't be afraid to include printed fabrics, if that is your style! For shoes, your footwear can be a little more casual, but we prefer a close-toe option like loafers or boat shoes.
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Weather
The wedding takes place in Spring, which usually provides pleasant, warm weather. The average temperature lies between 75°F (24°C) - 84°F (29°C). The average humidity is a mild 74% and if rain showers occur, they are usually no longer than 10-15 minutes. Sunset is between 6:20PM-6:30PM.
The ceremony is on the beach. There are palm trees overhead, providing some shade from the evening sun. The installed aisle is made of connected wooden slats that end in a “T” shape for the couple and wedding party to stand on. Guests will only need to step on the sand to reach their seats off of the aisle. Please be aware of this when choosing footwear.
The cocktail hour and reception are in the main venue space, adjacent to the beach. It is an open-air venue with built-in flooring. There is a transparent tent that’s erected above the length of the venue prior to the event. The tent has side panels that can close off the space to block out inclement weather, should it occur.