Though some might consider these practices outdated, they are an important part of the culture in Puerto Rico.
Weddings in Puerto Rico are filled with family and steeped in ritual and tradition.Next, couples hoping to be married in Puerto Rico must gather, and bring with them the following documents to the island: Upon arrival in Puerto Rico, the bride and the groom must visit a notary republic and legally declare that they have never been married to one another or anyone else (if this is true of their relationship status). Both the bride and groom must be present at this time.Though it takes a lot of work to legally become married in Puerto Rico, couples who have done it agree that it was worth every step.You may feel that because you are tying the knot in Puerto Rico that borrowing from their typical ceremony is a great way to honor the islanders and what is important to them.The bride and groom in Puerto Rican weddings wear traditional clothing.