We’re getting married in Punta Cana

Edmund & Sylvia

Edmund Osei Owusu & Sylvia Hovor

Sunday, June 20, 2027

Majestic Mirage · Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

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Join us in paradise

We can’t wait to celebrate with the people we love most, surrounded by white sand and turquoise water. Here’s everything you need to plan your trip.

When

June 20, 2027

Group stay June 17–23, 2027. Most guests arrive Thursday, June 17 and leave Tuesday, June 22.

Where

Majestic Mirage

An all-inclusive resort on Arena Gorda beach, Punta Cana. Fly into Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).

Book by

April 16, 2027

Reserve with a $500 deposit per room through our travel agent. Final payment is due April 16, 2027.

The weekend at a glance

A few days in the sun

  • Fri, June 18Welcome Event6:00 PM · Check in, grab a cocktail and relax
  • Sat, June 19Rehearsal DinnerDetails to come
  • Sun, June 20The WeddingCeremony at the Beach Gazebo, cocktail hour & reception to follow
  • Mon, June 21Group Tour9:00 AM · Details to come

Full schedule & dress code

Please book through our travel agent

To be counted in our wedding group and attend the private wedding events, the resort requires every guest to book through our room block. Please don’t book through Expedia or the hotel website directly.

See rooms, rates & how to book →

Schedule

The Celebration

All events in Punta Cana are at the Majestic Mirage. Times are local (Atlantic Time, the same as U.S. Eastern Daylight Time in June).

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Wedding Week

  1. Thursday17June

    Arrivals

    Resort check-in from 3:00 PM

    Our group stay begins. If you land early, the lobby has courtesy showers and luggage storage so you can start your vacation while your room is prepared.

  2. Friday18June

    Welcome Event

    6:00 PMLocation to be announced

    Welcome to paradise! Check in, grab a cocktail, and relax with us by the pool.

    Beach business casual
  3. Saturday19June

    Rehearsal Dinner Details to come

    Time & location to be announced

    More details coming soon.

    Beach business casual
  4. Sunday20June

    The Wedding

    Ceremony at 4:30 PMBeach Gazebo

    The big day! The ceremony is at the Beach Gazebo, with cocktail hour and the reception to follow. Please arrive a little early to find your seat.

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    Formal attire
  5. Monday21June

    Group Tour Details to come

    9:00 AM

    A group excursion together. Details and how to sign up coming soon.

  6. Tuesday22June

    Farewell & Departures

    Check-out by 12:00 PM

    Most of our group checks out today (a few rooms stay until June 23). Late check-out is available for a fee, and the lobby courtesy showers and luggage storage are there if your flight is later in the day.

What to wear

Dress Code

Welcome event & rehearsal

Beach Business Casual

Think breathable linen, sundresses, light trousers, short-sleeve button-downs and polished sandals or loafers. Leave the swimwear for the pool.

The wedding

Formal Attire

Suits, evening dresses and elegant separates. The ceremony is on the beach, so lighter fabrics and block heels or wedges are a smart choice, and June evenings are warm and humid.

Travel

Getting There

Everything about rooms, rates and payments goes through our travel agent. Here’s what to know before you reach out.

Our travel agent

Priscilla Sam-Ghartey

InteleTravel · Group travel for the Edmund & Sylvia Wedding

Priscilla handles every room reservation, payment plan and airport transfer for our wedding block. When you reach out, mention “Edmund & Sylvia Wedding” so she can add you to our group.

Please don’t book directly

The resort requires every wedding guest to book through our group block to be counted in our headcount and attend the private wedding events. Rooms booked through Expedia, other travel sites or the hotel website can’t be added to our group.

How it works

Booking in four steps

  • 1. Reach outContact PriscillaTell her your travel dates, room type and who you’re sharing with (names exactly as they appear on each passport).
  • 2. ReservePay a $500 deposit per roomThis holds your room in our wedding block.
  • 3. ProtectConsider trip protectionAdd it within 7 days of submitting your names. See deadlines below.
  • 4. Pay in fullBy April 16, 2027Payment plans are available; ask Priscilla. We suggest paying a week or so early to avoid last-minute issues.

Where we’re staying

Majestic Mirage Punta Cana

An all-inclusive resort on Arena Gorda beach: all meals, drinks and resort activities are included. Every suite in our block has its own outdoor Jacuzzi.

Address

Carretera El Macao – Arena Gorda, Punta Cana, La Altagracia 23000, Dominican Republic

Check-in / out

3 PM · 12 PM

Courtesy showers and luggage storage in the lobby.

Group dates

June 17–23

Minimum stay of 3 nights.

Rooms & rates

Per person, per night, in U.S. dollars, all-inclusive. Your total is the nightly rate × the number of nights. Priscilla will confirm your exact quote.

Suite Single Double Triple Quad Child 2–12
Family Club One Bedroom SuiteOutdoor Jacuzzi · up to 4 adults, children welcome (max 2) $436$250$238$230$126
Mirage Club One Bedroom SuiteOutdoor Jacuzzi · up to 4 adults, no children $460$262$250$244—
Mirage Club Ocean View SuiteOutdoor Jacuzzi · up to 4 adults, no children $568$324$308$300—

Example: 5 nights (June 17–22) in a Family Club One Bedroom Suite, sharing with one other adult = $250 × 5 = $1,250 per person. Child and teen rates apply when sharing a room with two paying adults. A child sharing with one adult pays the adult rate. Bedding type can be requested but isn’t guaranteed.

Mark your calendar

Important dates

  • NowReserve your room$500 deposit per room. Rooms in our block are limited, so earlier is better.
  • Mar 19, 2027Last day to add GPP+ trip protectionOr within 7 days of submitting your names, whichever comes first.
  • Apr 16, 2027Final payment & names dueAlso the last day to add GPP trip protection or VPI insurance (or within 7 days of submitting names).
  • Early May 2027Send your flight detailsIf you booked your own flights, send your arrival and departure flights to Priscilla at least 45 days before you travel so airport transfers can be scheduled.
  • June 17, 2027See you in Punta Cana!Check-in from 3:00 PM.

Flights

Fly into PUJ

Book flights into Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ). The resort is roughly a 30-minute drive away.

If you book your own airfare, send only the flights into and out of Punta Cana (connections don’t matter) to Priscilla at least 45 days before arrival. If flight details aren’t received by 15 days before arrival, transfers are removed and can’t be rebooked.

Airport transfers

Getting to the resort

  • Shared, round trip: $25 per adult, $12 per child (3–12)
  • Private, round trip: $85 per vehicle, up to 6 people

Add transfers when you book with Priscilla. A representative will meet our group at the airport with a sign. Transfers can’t be changed or refunded within 48 hours of travel.

Peace of mind

Trip protection

We strongly recommend it. After April 17, 2027, cancellations and reductions are charged the full cost of the room, and before that the $500 deposit is non-refundable.

Trip protection must be paid in full when it’s added and is non-refundable. Ask Priscilla which plan fits you.

Good to know

Changes & fees

  • Up to April 16, 2027: room changes are free
  • Name changes after April 16: $25 per person (more than 30 days out), $75 per person (15–30 days out)
  • Within 14 days of travel: no name changes
  • Within 30 days of travel: no changes to dates, length of stay or occupancy

Before you go

Travel checklist

  • Passport: make sure it’s valid for your whole trip, and that the names you give Priscilla match it exactly.
  • Dominican Republic e-Ticket: a free online entry and exit form, required for all travelers. Complete it at the official government site (eticket.migracion.gob.do) within a few days of each flight.
  • Credit card: the resort may place a hold at check-in for incidentals.
  • Flight details: send them to Priscilla if you booked your own airfare.
  • Pack: reef-safe sunscreen, bug spray, beachwear, a formal outfit for the wedding and something beach business casual for the welcome event.

Registry

Registry

Your presence in Punta Cana is the greatest gift of all.

Coming soon

We’ll share our registry here once it’s ready. Thank you in advance for your love and generosity!

Wedding Party

Wedding Party

The friends and family standing beside us.

Coming soon

We’ll introduce our wedding party here soon.

Things To Do

Explore Punta Cana

When you’re not celebrating with us, here are a few ways to enjoy the island, from lazy beach days to boat trips.

At the resort

Stay & relax

It’s all-inclusive, so food, drinks and most activities are covered.

Beach

Arena Gorda Beach

Soft white sand and clear water right outside the resort. Grab a lounger, a book and a cocktail.

Pools

Pools & swim-up bars

Lounge by the pool between events, or relax in your suite’s private outdoor Jacuzzi.

Dining

Restaurants & bars

A range of à la carte restaurants and bars are included. Some may need a reservation, so book early in your stay.

Off the resort

Excursions

Our group excursion is on Monday, June 21 at 9:00 AM, with details to come. Tours can also be booked through the resort’s tour desk.

Island day

Saona Island

A full-day boat trip to a postcard-perfect island with palm-lined beaches and the natural pool, where starfish gather in shallow water.

On the water

Catamaran & snorkeling

Sail along the coast, snorkel the reef and stop at a sandbar. A classic group outing.

Adventure

Scape Park & Hoyo Azul

Zip lines, caves and a swim in Hoyo Azul, a turquoise cenote at the foot of a limestone cliff.

Off-road

Buggy & ATV tours

Muddy, fun rides through the countryside to a cave pool and local coffee and cacao tastings.

Culture

Altos de Chavón

A recreated 16th-century Mediterranean village above the Chavón River with views, galleries and an amphitheater.

Nearby

Bávaro Beach & shopping

Walk the long stretch of Bávaro beach and browse local shops for larimar jewelry, cigars and Dominican coffee.

FAQ

Questions & Answers

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out to us, or to Priscilla for anything travel related.

Booking & rooms

Can I book my room through Expedia or the hotel website?

Please don’t! To be counted in our wedding headcount and attend the private wedding events, the resort requires all guests to book through our travel agent’s room block. Contact Priscilla Sam-Ghartey at psgharteygroup@gmail.com or 240-743-6577.

Do you have a hotel block for guests?

Yes! Our block is at the Majestic Mirage Punta Cana from June 17 to 23, 2027. See the Travel page for rooms and rates.

How much is the deposit, and when is final payment due?

A $500 deposit per room reserves your spot. Final payment is due by April 16, 2027. Ask Priscilla about payment plans.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes, the resort requires at least 3 nights.

What if I need to cancel?

Before April 17, 2027, cancelling costs the $500 deposit. From April 18, 2027 onward, cancellations are charged the full cost of the room. That’s why we recommend trip protection, which must be added within 7 days of submitting your names.

Can I share a room?

Yes. Suites hold up to 4 adults, and the per-person rate drops as more people share. Just tell Priscilla everyone’s name exactly as it appears on their passport.

The wedding

Are kids welcome?

Yes, children are welcome to attend our wedding celebration! Families should book the Family Club One Bedroom Suite, which is the suite in our block that allows children.

What should I wear?

Beach business casual for the welcome event and rehearsal, and formal attire for the wedding. See the schedule page for ideas.

Will there be alcohol?

Yes, there will be an open bar for all of our guests to enjoy complimentary drinks throughout the event.

I have a food allergy. Can I make a special request?

Yes, we’re happy to accommodate most food allergies and dietary restrictions. Please let us know in advance.

Travel

Do I need a passport?

Yes. You’ll need a valid passport, plus the Dominican Republic’s free online e-Ticket entry and exit form, completed shortly before each flight at eticket.migracion.gob.do.

Which airport do I fly into?

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ), about 30 minutes from the resort. Airport transfers can be added when you book with Priscilla.

I booked my own flights. What do I need to do?

Send your arrival and departure flight details to Priscilla at least 45 days before you travel so your airport transfer can be scheduled.

What’s the weather like in June?

Warm and sunny, typically in the upper 80s °F, with humidity and the occasional short afternoon shower. Pack sunscreen and light, breathable clothing.

What currency is used? Do I need cash?

The local currency is the Dominican peso, but U.S. dollars are widely accepted. The resort is all-inclusive, so a small amount of cash for tips and a credit card for incidentals is plenty.

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