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Changing Last Names Is Easy with Hitchswitch® Name Change Service!

Say “I do” at Sandals Resorts, use HitchSwitch Name Changing Services, and get ready to pop some bubbly in celebration — because taking on your new last name should always be this simple and stress-free.

It’s official! You’ve said I do, tied the knot, and are ready to take on the world as husband and wife! All of the post-wedding bliss cannot come soon enough. But before the celebrations truly begin, there are always a few last minute tasks to be finalized. 

Although some brides opt to keep their maiden name for personal reasons — which is more than okay if you decide to go that route! — others do find a “change last name” on their post-wedding to-do list. Sometimes, this leads to the misconception that changing last names can be a stressful process, which is why Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts have teamed up with HitchSwitch® Name Change Service. This innovative, streamlined service is optional for Sandals and Beaches couples and only involves a few simple steps!

Wondering how exactly HitchSwitch works? Keep reading to learn more about the service, how you can include it in your wedding plans, and ways to enjoy your time together once the process is complete.

 

Whether it’s cozy nights by a fire pit or an afternoon unwinding beneath a private poolside cabana, HitchSwitch allows for more worry-free moments like this.

A piece of (wedding) cake 

The best part about HitchSwitch is that it’s easy as 1-2-3 — literally! This one-of-a-kind service gives Sandals and Beaches bride’s the ability to change their last name in three simple, straightforward steps.

  1. Complete the one-page form with basic information
  2. Follow the list of everything you will need to make it official. Think: license numbers, passports, and other official forms of identification
  3. Provide your social security number, sign your new name and send it off! 

Now, how to get that piece of cake…

When it comes to a destination wedding at Sandals or Beaches, the more people you bring, the more you receive! Better known as the Bells & Whistles program, Sandals and Beaches offer a wide variety of exclusive, complimentary add-ons based on the number of rooms booked.

To receive a HitchSwitch Name Change Service gift card with a $39 credit, couples getting married at Sandals must meet the minimum Bells & Whistles booking requirement of 5-7 rooms.

What happens next? 

Now that all the formal details have been sorted out, how about heading straight to the honeymoon? With 15 Luxury Included® resorts spanning six breathtaking islands, Sandals offers the perfect honeymoon escape for every couple. 

Adventurous pairs might consider staying at Sandals Grenada where they can enjoy all-inclusive PADI® certified scuba diving at a variety of esteemed dive spots. For brides and grooms who prefer privacy and laid-back luxury, Sandals Emerald Bay is a pristine sanctuary in the Exumas complete with an 18-hole, championship golf course designed by golf legend Greg Norman. 

 

How does this look for a honeymoon setup? Sandals Resorts thinks of privacy as the ultimate luxury, which is why unique hideaways like this over-the-water hammock at Sandals South Coast can be found at every resort.

 

Beyond the unique features of each Sandals Resort, couples can indulge in 5-star Global Gourmet™ dining, unlimited premium liquors and Robert Mondavi Twin Oaks® wines, exceptional honeymoon suites, and an array of exciting land and water sports. The best part? Each of these is a part of the Sandals and Beaches all-inclusive wedding package in paradise! 

For those looking to take their honeymoon to the level, Sandals offers a variety of enhancement ideas. From couples massages at the Red Lane® Spa to private Candlelight Dinners served under the stars, Sandals Resorts has everything couples need to celebrate as newlyweds!

 

The Sandals-HitchSwitch partnership takes care of all your name change details, giving you more room for romance and the luxuries of married life.

 

Ready for a swift name change, so you can spend more time reveling in romance? Contact your personal Sandals or Beaches wedding planner to learn about incorporating HitchSwitch into your plans!