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tobago wedding

Posted: Wed Jan 06, 2010 3:32 pm
by Pedro
hi

i am a trini living in the uk

and trying to get married in tobago

every time i contact people at places in tobago i am asked to pay huge sums

just looking for a "party" with some local food , rum and beers and maybe a dj

so.. where do tobagonians get married? can you suggest venues and contact details?

and do you know if the "old hilton" - VHL would do something like this - my girlfirend and i like the beach/pool setting they have

thanks

pedro

Re: tobago wedding

Posted: Thu Jan 07, 2010 1:30 pm
by Robert Brent
Hi Pedro

The VHL hotel is closed and there is no word from the THA that would suggest it will be repaired or reopened.

If you want a cheap wedding in Tobago, go to the wardens office in Scarborough for the ceremony, then pick up some booze at a supermarket on your way to the beach :)
If you want to do your own thing - as Russell has done (shown in other posts on the forum) you can. Just don't expect the planning to be quick and easy, expect mistakes, misunderstandings, and a laid back attitude from local suppliers.

There is an increasing number of hotels and villas that offer 'wedding packages' with varying degrees of professionalism, most of which will charge extra for the service. A lot depends on what you are willing to accept in terms of quality, for the most part expect long delays in replies to your emails, or unavailable staff should you call the establishment. This is due partially to the laid back approach of Tobagonians, and also to the fact that the staff member will have other duties. If you are prepared for this then you can, as many have done, arrange through a hotel or villa. There are of course those who have jumped onto the wedding package bandwagon for an easy dollar or to promote their villa on the internet so one can expect rouge offerings, but that is the same in any Country. Check out the MyTobago.info page on weddings http://www.mytobago.info/weddings.php for a trustworthy guide.

The other option is to use professional wedding planners like ourselves who usually charge a flat fee for their services.
It's an additional expense to your wedding/vacation budget, but worth the investment if you want control over your wedding day, assured service and no stress.

Your options will become increasingly limited as the size of the wedding group increases, dropping drastically once you have more than 40 guests, and there are less than a dozen locations that can accommodate more than 80 guests. All locations that accept larger wedding groups will charge a fee for the use of their property, and many will also charge a refundable caution fee against damages to their property. This is standard practice worldwide.

If you would like more specific advice to suit your circumstances then please share some details regarding your wedding and we will gladly advise you without obligation to using our services.

Re: tobago wedding

Posted: Fri Jan 15, 2010 5:24 pm
by Deb Haze
Hello Pedro,

I have a great contact for you in Tobago. Mike and Joanne Cropper own King's Bay Cafe in King's Bay, Tobago. There phone number is 1868 771 2716 or email [email protected]. Their cafe is just around the bend from King's Bay which is a beautiful beach. I am sure that they would be able to arrange something at the beach or the cafe. You will find them eager to please and accommodating. The time that I spent there are some of my happiest memories. Good luck and keep us posted.
Deb Hazelton

PS- here is a website where you can find reviews of King's Bay Cafe.
http://www.caribbeanedge.com/tobago/res ... _cafe.html
The picture shows their balcony overlooking King's Bay.