We can't wait to see you! February 8-12, 2024 Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The Ceremony
February 10, 2024 5:00 PM Beach Semi-Formal/Cocktail Attire
The Party
Cocktail Hour & Reception February 10, 2024 Following the ceremony
From Jeff & Amanda
Amanda and Jeff were in Pittsburgh PA for a weekend celebrating their anniversary. While getting ready in the hotel for our dinner, Jeff was constantly checking the weather. It had been on and off raining all day with more forecasted to come. No worries.. the hotel supplied umbrellas in the rooms for all their guests. They get into the Uber to head toward Mt Washington to catch the view of the city before their dinner reservation. Halfway there and it starts downpouring. They forgot the umbrella, and Jeff starts panicking. The driver checks the radar for them and says there should be a dry pocket passing by once they get there. This does not stop Jeff from trying to buy an umbrella off him.
As they approach the top of the mountain, the rain lightens to a gentle sprinkle, and it is decided an umbrella is not needed anyway. They walk down the sidewalk to get to the perfect overlook, and Amanda notices a piece of Duck Tape in the shape of an X next to a stick. So naturally, she stands on it. Jeff looks at the ground frantically then tells her to stand on the other side of the stick. Questions start filling her head, but she complies anyway. They take in the views, and Amanda comments on the clouds weaving through the skyline. When she turns to look at Jeff and sees he is beet red, she quickly turns back to the skyline and tells herself not to say anything about his face.
Neither of them remembers what he said, but they do remember Jeff getting on one knee and Amanda saying “yes.”
So that brings us here – welcome to our wedding website! Please take a moment to RSVP, then pack your bags and prepare to enjoy our magical day in the Dominican Republic!
Our page will have information relevant to your travel accommodations in Punta Cana. We could not be happier to be celebrating our big day with you!
The Big Day!
Jeff & Amanda are very much looking forward to spending time with you in the Dominican Republic.
Please read through all sections below, check the FAQs, and don’t forget to fill out the RSVP form to start getting pricing! Even if you are still unsure if you can make it, it is very helpful to receive an RSVP.
Tentative schedule for the week of the wedding:
Keep in mind that the arrival and departure dates are suggestions, you can stay as little or as long as you’d like!
Thursday, February 8, 2024: Guests arrive. Enjoy the resort!
Friday, February 9, 2024: Enjoy the resort!
Saturday, February 10, 2024: The big day! Ceremony at 5:00 with a cocktail hour and reception to follow. Bring your dancing shoes! The requested dress code is Semi-Formal/Cocktail. Please no shorts, sandals, or cargo trousers.
Sunday, February 11, 2024: Relax at the resort.
Monday, February 12, 2024: Suggested departure date.
How it works
Even if you’re not 100% sure that you can make the trip, and you just want to get more info, please click here to fill out the RSVP form.
Reserve your room in 2 easy steps!
1. Complete the RSVP form.Click here. You will be able to compare rooms and rates from within the RSVP form. NOTE: Once you successfully submit your RSVP, you will receive a copy of your responses via e-mail. If you have not received this, then you may not have finished submitting your RSVP.
2.Submit your deposit. Once you’ve completed the RSVP form you will automatically be directed to an optional payment page to submit your deposit. Please remember that pricing and availability are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. If you wish to make occasional or monthly payments, please use the same link.
Room deposit: $150.00 per person. If there are two people in your room, then your total deposit will be $300.
Important Dates:
RSVP Deadline: March 29, 2023
Deposit Deadline ($150 per person): April 26, 2023
Second Deposit due (50% of total):September 1, 2023
Final Payment: November 15, 2023
Please note! submitting an RSVP form does not guarantee your room. You must place a deposit on a room to hold your room & rate.
You can find the answer to the most frequently asked questions here!
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Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa Punta Cana
Dream Onyx Resort & Spa
Located in Uvero Alto, Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa is set in the northern part of Punta Cana on a remote, palm-studded beach. The luxurious suites at Dreams Onyx offer pure pampering with 24-hour room service and a private terrace or balcony with a whirlpool. With limitless gourmet à la carte dining and unlimited top-shelf beverages at eleven restaurants and ten bars, plus 18 additional options at Breathless Punta Cana next door, guests will find everything they are looking for. With endless land and sea pursuits, parties and live entertainment for all ages, six swimming pools, supervised clubs for kids and teens, a casino, nightclub and world-class spa, the fun times spent at Dream Onyx Resort & Spa will be unforgettable. Plus, our new family section includes spacious accommodations, a family fun pool with water slides and a lazy river, 3 new restaurants, a new Core Zone Teen’s Club, new Explorer’s Club for kids and additional incredible amenities for the whole family!
Resort Quick Facts
Completely all-inclusive of all food and alcohol! Bottles of wine and certain top-shelf alcohol may be an extra cost but is easy to avoid.
All-inclusive family-friendly
Beautiful beach
10 restaurants & 10 bars
24/7 room service
Pool & beach wait service
Dive center
Casino
Spa
Golf nearby
Daily entertainment, theme parties, and more
Adults can enjoy complete access to the seven bars, eleven restaurants, entertainment, and amenities with Exchange Privileges, right next door at Breathless Punta Cana
What's included at the resort?
Round Trip Transfers are included in the rates.
Dreams Onyx is an all-inclusive resort where you really shouldn’t have to spend another cent unless you decide to visit the spa or book a tour.
Unlimited-Luxury® where everything is included:
• Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required • Unlimited international & domestic top-shelf spirits • Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks • 24-hour room & concierge service • Pool and beach wait service • Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water & beer • Daily maid service • Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment • Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues • No wristbands required • All taxes and gratuities included • Enjoy free Wi-Fi
Room options
These rooms are included in the room block. You will find the rates in the following section. Don’t see a room you are interested in booking? Let me know!
Keep in mind
Occupancy limits: Children aged 13-17 are counted towards the total Adult count. Only children 12 and under are counted as children in the occupancy and prices.
“Oceanview” vs. “Oceanfront”: An Oceanfront room category is going to have a straight-on view of the ocean. An “Oceanview” room will have a view of the ocean but it is very unlikely that it will be a straight-on view of the ocean.
The rooms!
Junior Suite Garden View (lowest room category): 603 Square Feet. A living area with a sofa (sofa bed available on request), connects to a furnished terrace with a hot tub and garden views. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a W/C and a separate, private area with sliding doors offering a full-length mirror, beauty station, double vanities and ample closet area.
Bedding: One king-size bed or two double beds. Maximum occupancy: 4 (max 3 adults)
Premium Junior Suite Tropical View: 645 Square Feet. Located in the new section of the Jungle Waterpark, offers one king bed or two queen beds. A living area with a sofa (sofa bed available on request) connects to a furnished terrace or balcony with a whirlpool and Tropical views. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a separate W/C, double vanities, and two closets; the bedroom is separated with a sliding door offering a full-length mirror.
Bedding: King bed or two queen beds. Maximum occupancy: 4 (max 3 adults)
Junior Suite Swim Up: 603 Square Feet. The Junior Suite Swim-Up offers one king bed or two double beds and living area with a sofa (Sofa bed available on request). Guests will have direct access to a pool from their furnished terrace equipped with a whirlpool. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a W/C beauty station, double vanities and ample closet area. The bedroom is separated with a sliding door offering a full-length mirror.
Bedding: King bed or two double beds. Maximum occupancy: 4 (max 3 adults)
Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View: 603 Square Feet. The Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View is an adults-only room category. The Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View offers one king bed. A living area with a sofa (sofa bed available on request), connects to a furnished terrace with a hot tub and partial ocean views. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a W/C and a separate, private area with sliding doors offering a full-length mirror, beauty station, double vanities and ample closet area.
1 king bed. Maximum occupancy: 2 guests (adults only)
Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim Up: 603 Square Feet. they offer one king bed or two double beds and a living area with a sofa (sofa bed available upon request). Guests will have direct access to either a quiet Preferred Club pool or a swim-up pool that connects to the main pool with a swim-up bar from their furnished terrace equipped with a whirlpool. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a W/C, and a separate, private area with sliding doors offering a full-length mirror, beauty station, double vanities, and ample closet area. This room includes Preferred Club amenities.
Bedding: King bed or two double beds. Maximum occupancy: 4 (max 3 adults).
Preferred Club Junior Suite Private Pool: 603 Square Feet. The Preferred Club Junior Suite Private Pool is an adults-only room category. They are located on the ground floor in buildings 4-7. In addition to the above amenities, the Preferred Club Junior Suite Private Pool offers one king bed and a living area. A furnished terrace provides direct access to a plunge pool and private Bali bed with wait service. The bathroom includes a rain shower, a W/C, and a separate, private area with sliding doors offering a full-length mirror, beauty station, double vanities, and ample closet area.
• Bedding: 1 king bed. Maximum occupancy: 2 adults (adults only)
Rates
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY RATES
Rates are per person, based on two people sharing a room. Rates include hotel and airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional.
Junior Suite Garden View (lowest room category): $255 per person per night
Premium Junior Suite Tropical View: $265 per person per night
Junior Suite Swim Up: $310 per person per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View: $355 per person per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim Up: $380 per person per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Private Pool: $390 per person per night
SINGLE OCCUPANCY RATES
Rates are based on only one person being in a room by themselves. Rates include hotel and shared airport transfers. Airfare and travel insurance are additional. PLEASE NOTE: If you initially book a room by yourself, it will be at this single-occupancy rate. If at any point before final payment you add someone to your room, your rate will automatically change to the double-occupancy rate above.
These rates only apply when there is only one person in the room. For rates when there are more people in the room, please scroll up.
Junior Suite Garden View (lowest room category): $408 per night
Premium Junior Suite Tropical View: $424 per night
Junior Suite Swim Up: $496 per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View: $568 per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim Up: $608 per night
Preferred Club Junior Suite Private Pool: $624 per night
Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay required to receive the group discount.
Transfers: A direct airport transfer is already included in the rates.
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Flight info
You will fly into the Punta Cana airport in the Dominican Republic. The airport code is PUJ.
Given changes in the airline industry and the global pandemic, we encourage you to book your flights directly with the airline. If you want to discuss your flights more or would like us to send you specific flight suggestions, please let me know.
Your reservation includes airport transfers but we cannot book your transfers without your flight details.
Make sure to book your flights for the same days as your hotel reservation. If you plan to extend your stay at a different resort, please let me know so I can book your transfers accordingly.
Here are some tips:
Direct flights ensure more seamless and less stressful travel so consider booking a direct flight even if it is a little more expensive.
If you do have to book a flight with a layover, please pay close attention to the layover times. Airlines are notorious for allowing short layovers with a very high likelihood of missing the connection. While no one wants to sit around the airport for hours, you also don’t want the headache of missing your layover because of a short connection. I suggest choosing a schedule that has at least 1.5 hours on the way to your destination. On your way home, I suggest at least 2 hours to give extra time to get through immigration.
Pick an arriving flight as early in the day as you prefer so that you have more time at your destination.
For your returning flight, the ground transportation company will often pick you up three to four hours before your flight time so pick as late a departing flight as your schedule allows
Some airlines provide tickets that can be changed or canceled without a fee. This costs more upfront but can be helpful in these uncertain times.
Airport Transfers
Round trip transportation from the airport is included in the package. Once you have cleared customs and collected your bags, please proceed outside to the transfer area.
Your transfers will be shared with anyone in the wedding group who is booked on the same flights as you.
Travel Insurance and cancellation policy
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations before September 1, 2023: The deposit is non-refundable
Cancellations from September 1-November 15, 2023: 50% penalty for cancellations unless you have travel insurance
Cancellations after November 15, 2023: 100% penalty for cancellations unless you have travel insurance
No-show: 100% penalty regardless of travel insurance
Travel insurance will protect you from these cancellation fees if you need to cancel after your reservation is already in penalty.
Please note! Once the final payment due date has passed, penalties also apply to a reduction in nights, room category, or the number of people in your room.
I know that you may not be able to think of a reason that you would cancel your trip right now. It may be tempting to not include the cancellation insurance. Keep in mind that the cancellation policy above will not be waived for ANY reason unless you have this cancellation travel insurance. This includes if you get COVID or the flu right before the trip and cannot travel.
Still think you don't need insurance? Here are 14 reasons why you do! These are all real reasons that wedding guests have had to cancel after the penalty period started.
If you’re attending a destination wedding, chances are you’re booking several months in advance. While we’re sure you have every intention of making the trip, life can be unpredictable. The months before your travel date could bring a job change, illness, or other circumstances that could prevent you from traveling. Purchasing travel insurance is a smart investment that will protect you from financial loss.
And because most medical insurance policies do not offer coverage outside the United States, we do not recommend traveling without insurance. Our trip insurance covers trip delay, trip cancellation, some medical coverage, lost luggage, and more.
How does the Cancellation coverage work?
The travel insurance would cover you with a “cancel for any reason” policy that would give you a refund for any non-refundable portions of your land reservation as long as you cancel at least 2 hours before departure. It does not include coverage for airfare.
Price: $150 per adult. $100 per child.
The cost of travel insurance is not refundable.
The insurance also includes the following in-travel coverage.
COVID FAQ
Please note that these are the policies that are in place as of January 2023. These rules could change between now and your departure date. Any updates will be posted here. The cancellation policy will not be waived if any of these policies change.
Q. Is a COVID test required to enter the Dominican Republic?
A. No.
Q. Am I required to take a test to return to the United States?
A. Effective June 12, 2022, travelers to the US are no longer required to test the day before flying home.
Q. Could the COVID travel rules change?
A. Definitely. It is impossible to know if the testing rules will be reinstated. The DR never required travelers to be vaccinated, but that is technically a possibility. If that would be an issue, we strongly suggest that you get the cancellation insurance offered with your reservation.
Q. What happens if there is a travel ban?
A. In the event of a travel ban, we would move the date of the wedding. We will make every effort to ensure that everyone in the group is able to keep the same room and number of nights at the current group rate.
Q. Does the travel insurance cover us if we decide to cancel due to fear of COVID?
A. Yes. Our travel insurance is a ” cancel for any reason” policy.
Q. If there is a travel ban, aren’t the hotels and airlines required to give us a full refund?
A. No, they are not required to offer a refund for anything that falls under force majeure such as government shutdowns, war, pandemics, or acts of God. We strongly encourage you to purchase trip insurance to protect yourself from a financial loss.
Fun Things To Do In the DR
We offer a lot of great excursions in this destination! We recommend that you pre-book your excursions. By booking your excursions in advance you won’t have to worry about exchange rates, getting closed out of something that you really want to do, or getting stuck in a timeshare presentation when you thought you were going zip lining! Most of our excursions include transportation.
FAQ's
Q. Why should we book our travel with Bliss Honeymoons?
A. Great question! By booking with Bliss Honeymoons your travel arrangements will be handled by an experienced agent who not only understands all the details of your travel arrangements but has been to this resort and/or destination. Booking with Bliss Honeymoons also means:
You’ll get to take advantage of the great group rate
You will receive all the benefits of the group amenity package
You won’t have to worry about getting bumped to a different resort
We’ll be available to assist you both before and during your trip
You’ll get better trip insurance than what is available from an online site.
You get to support a local business
You won’t pay more than booking with an online site
It is extremely helpful for Jeff & Amanda to have everyone book with their travel agent. This helps everything stay organized.
Q. Are my children invited?
A. We truly love and adore all of your children! While the resort is family-friendly, if children are invited to the wedding activities, they will be addressed on the invite.
Q. Do I get a plus 1?
A. While we try to accommodate everyone and their significant others, those with a plus one are addressed on the invite.
Have more questions about flights, rooms, rates, and more? Check out the frequently asked questions here!
Please contact us with any questions! We’re looking forward to working with you!
Contact Us
For faster service, please complete the RSVP form before contacting us with questions.
If you need to make a change to your RSVP or reservation, please send an email.
You can find the answers to many frequently asked questions here.
The best time to reach us is between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern, Monday through Friday.
We make every effort to provide a same-day response during normal business hours.
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We Can’t Wait To See You!
Please let us know if you will be able to make it.