Five of the best cruise lines for wedding vow renewals
Thinking of saying "I do" all over again? From luxury liners to adventure-packed voyages, here's our guide to the best cruise lines for vow renewals.
Picture it: You’re at sea, the sun is setting, a gentle breeze is in the air and you're reaffirming your love. Cruises offer a unique, intimate backdrop and a lot of value when it comes to all-inclusive holidays to exotic destinations with built-in honeymoon vibes. Plus, these days, most cruise lines have special vow-renewal packages with everything planned for you.
What are cruise lines usually offering?
Most vow renewal packages come with a symbolic ceremony officiated by the ship’s captain or senior officer, fresh flowers, a commemorative certificate, a bottle of bubbly and professional photography. Some packages go further with extras like spa treatments, private dinners, priority boarding or in-cabin breakfasts. A few cruise lines even offer destination ceremonies on private islands or beaches.
Here are some of our favourite options
Best for value: Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen’s vow renewal package is one of the cheapest options on this list and delivers exceptional value for money. For £600, the couple gets a ceremony conducted by the captain, clothes pressing service, a bouquet and buttonhole, a celebration cake, a bottle of Champagne, a photo frame and a string trio or pianist playing for an hour. You can add a drink and canape reception from £15 per person.
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Best for price: Marella Cruises
Marella’s Celebration of Vows package is best in class for price, offering exceptional extras at every tier, from a captain-led ceremony and Champagne afternoon tea to flowers, photos, spa treatments and more. There are three levels, with more included for each tier. Prices start from £262 for Silver, £334 for Gold and £499 for Platinum.
Read more about Marella Cruises' renewal of vows packages.
Best for added extras: P&O Cruises
P&O Cruises has an affordable package that packs in a lot for £799 for up to 10 guests. And while it includes all the usual suspects (the services of a pre-cruise and onboard coordinator, a ceremony conducted by the captain, a Champagne toast, bouquet and buttonhole and certificate), it delivers on the little extras. The couple gets commemorative P&O Champagne flutes, dinner for two at a speciality restaurant and discounts at the spa.
Read more about P&O Cruises' renewal of vows packages.
Best for destination options: Royal Caribbean
With 28 ships calling at over 300 ports every year, Royal Caribbean is the top option to renew your vows in a specific area. Packages start at $1,499 and include the services of a pre-cruise wedding specialist and onboard coordinator, the use of a decorated private venue, pre-recorded music and a keepsake certificate. You’ll also get a bottle of Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries.
Read more about Royal Caribbean's renewal of vows packages.
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Best for luxury: Cunard
Cunard’s package starts at $999 ($1,200 for Queen Anna) for up to 10 guests. It includes priority check-in, the services of ceremony specialist and photographer, a ceremony conducted by the captain or their deputy, bouquet and buttonhole, music, champagne toast (for up to four guests), commemorative Champagne flutes, Champagne breakfast in bed and dinner for two at Steakhouse at The Verandah (or Sir Samuel’s or Aji Wa on Queen Anne).
