On 18FEB, Atlas Ocean Voyages performed the first official wedding on Antarctica. The bride and groom exchanged vows on Danko Island during a 15-minute ceremony, officiated by British Antarctic Territory-registered Marriage Officer Bryan Clark (pictured, above) and witnessed by eight additional cruise guests.
Throughout World Navigator's current nine-night Antarctica expedition, which departed on the fortuitous date of 14FEB, Atlas performed four weddings and three vow renewals in four days.
The destination wedding package, Happy Ever Atlas, was complimentary for guests who registered in advance.
"We are happy to perform the very first official weddings in Antarctica, not just ceremonial as often happens," said Alberto Aliberti, President of Atlas Ocean Voyages. "Atlas Ocean Voyages prides ourselves in delivering luxury adventures in remote and captivating destinations and Happy Ever Atlas is perhaps the most adventurous destination-wedding experience to date. We are glad to make this most unique wedding experiences for our guests."
Each wedded couple received an included official U.K. wedding license, valued at over USD $650, which is also recognized by the U.S. government. World Navigator hosted a ship-wide wedding reception, as well as held separate bachelorette and bachelor group-parties. The package also included a one-tier wedding cake, digital photo package, welcome itinerary & giftbag, custom nuptial announcements and Thank You cards.
For more information, visit Atlas Ocean Voyages' web site.
