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Newsletter January 2016
Africa & Beyond
WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS
INSIDE THIS MONTH:- Key wedding venues………...Honeymoons on safari
Our tips on weddings and honeymoons abroad………………………….And new year news
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Welcome…… And a very Happy New
Year!
This time of year brings
much excitement as
romance is always in the
air with wedding and
honeymoon plans taking
shape.
This month, we're
suggesting some
wonderful places to say 'I
do' as well as some
exciting and adventurous
honeymoon options.
And of course our experts
are on hand to make all
those thoughts and
dreams a reality.
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Messing about on the River!
When planning a wedding, one of the first things to decide is,
where?
Whilst almost anything is possible, our four
most popular wedding settings in Southern
Africa and the Indian Ocean are a safari, Cape
Town, the Winelands and beach. Each of
these settings offers a unique perspective that
can be personalised to create the perfect feel
and style to suit you.
So many of our lodge/hotel partners now
have designated very special areas of their
properties for weddings from the banks of the
Zambezi River to glorious gardens within the
Winelands. They help us plan, prepare and
provide those key details and special touches.
AFRICA & BEYOND GUIDE TO
WEDDING DESTINATIONS
On safari
Elephants as ushers, hippos as page boys! Well not quite, but certainly curious on
lookers as a wealth of camps from Tanzania to Zambia, South Africa to Kenya offer
exciting and unusual places to tie the knot. An island in the middle of the Zambezi, a
wedding breakfast in the wilderness, or an elephant back ride arrival instead of a car.
All these things and more are possible when you let your imagination run wild on
safari.
On the beach
You’d be right to instantly think of Mauritius or the Seychelles for a beach wedding, but
the pristine coastal stretches in Mozambique or Zanzibar as well as the numerous South
African beaches, might also offer the ideal wedding location.
The Winelands in the Western Cape of South Africa are lush, green and beautiful and
provide the most serene backdrop for a wedding ceremony. Many charming and
picturesque guesthouses are found here providing first class hospitality.
The Winelands
Cape Town
Brides & grooms say their vows under the watchful gaze of Table Mountain.
Outstandingly attractive locations such as Kirstenbosch Gardens, Camps Bay, gorgeous
hotels & private villas and the Waterfront all offer idyllic settings.
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After the whirl of a wedding, a relaxing safari is an ideal way to
start a honeymoon. Here are just a few of our favourite safari
lodges in pristine, remote locations where if feels like the rest of
the world is a million miles away.
Azura Selous - Tanzania
The setting here could not be more perfect. This luxury camp is positioned on the banks
of the Ruaha River in Selous Game Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is
teeming with wildlife and birds. The camp is set in a remote region of the park and
throughout your stay you’ll be hard pressed to see vehicles from other camps and with
just 12 luxury tented villas, exclusivity comes as standard.
Each individually designed villa feels like a private haven with views over the river,
where hippo calls serenade you to sleep. Awaken refreshed the next morning ready for a
thrilling game drive, walk or boating safari. Alternatively take some time out in the spa
or soak up the surroundings from your private plunge pool. Honeymoon couples will be
spoilt with treats and surprises to make their visit a very special and personal memory to
treasure forever.
A Dream of a Safari
Elephant Eye Camp - Zimbabwe
Start married life journey in this remote and
elegant camp in the heart of the Hwange
National Park.
The owners offer a luxurious package for
honeymooners including spa treatments,
private bush dinners, ‘under-the-stars’ sleep
outs, as well as a the wealth of wildlife in
this incredibly pristine park.
Makanyi Lodge - South Africa
Set in the Big 5 region of Timbavati, part of
the Greater Kruger National Park, this
relative newcomer to the safari world offers
an exquisite welcome to newlyweds.
Packages include Champagne on arrival,
game drives to observe white lions, private
bush and in-room dining. For the ultimate
experience upgrade to a suite.
Mchenja Bush Camp - Zambia
The South Luangwa National Park remains a
firm favourite for good reason, the bush and
river combination offers visitors a wealth of
wildlife including lion, leopard and hippo.
A truly adventurous beginning to married life
starts here, each of the five specially de-
signed tents has its own open air en-suite
bathroom with Victorian style bath
overlooking the Luangwa River.
Little Kulala - Namibia
For something a bit different, try the ochre
coloured dune landscape of the Namib
Desert. Little Kulala offers a tranquil,
remote setting under endless starry skies.
Enjoy a Champagne breakfast & balloon
flight over the dunes or climb to the top of
Sossusvlei Dune at sunrise for a wholly
unique experience. Each, stylishly furnished
‘kulala’ has its own a plunge pool and
viewing desk for ultimate privacy.
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Tips for weddings & honeymoons
abroad
You can’t plan too early! crossing take time and last minute changes will cause you
unnecessary stress.
Remember your legal documents. numerous forms before a wedding ceremony, so having
everything with you will speed this along.
Book flights in the right name. their surname once married, so if your passport has been
changed, make sure any flights are booked in the same name.
Confirm numbers as soon as you can. bringing family and friends with you, let us know who is coming
asap if you want them all to stay in the same place.
You’ve found the perfect dress, your carry on just in case of luggage not arriving, but gents, maybe
give top hats a miss!
Additional help and advice, visit https://www.gov.uk/marriage
Tips for weddings & honeymoons
abroad
You can’t plan too early! Formalities, paperwork and ‘T’
crossing take time and last minute changes will cause you
Remember your legal documents. You’ll need to fill in
numerous forms before a wedding ceremony, so having
everything with you will speed this along.
Book flights in the right name. Many people change
their surname once married, so if your passport has been
changed, make sure any flights are booked in the same name.
Confirm numbers as soon as you can. If you’re
bringing family and friends with you, let us know who is coming
asap if you want them all to stay in the same place.
You’ve found the perfect dress, if possible pack it in
your carry on just in case of luggage not arriving, but gents, maybe
Additional help and advice, call us and https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad
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Safari News & Updates We have a unique take on a Weddings &
Honeymoon Brochure. Our folder style
format contains 4 wedding destination
cards; Safari, Winelands, Cape Town &
Beach. Chose your preferred
destination(s) and we’ll send out
suggested properties to host your big
day.
We’ll also include a tailored selection of
honeymoon destinations to help plan
your trip from start to finish.
Guardian
Photographer of the Year
In case you missed it,
the winner of the 2014
Guardian Photography
competition, Mr Lewis
Freeth, travelled to
Kwa Zulu Natal, South
Africa in October
2015. The competition
was run in conjunction
with ourselves. See his
beautiful and inspiring
images here.
Planning for 2016 & beyond?
Call today and allow us to create the perfect
honeymoon or wedding
PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION 2016
Each month in 2016 we're inviting anyone who has travelled with Africa &
Beyond to send us their favourite photo taken during their trip. Just let us
know where and when it was taken, and why it's a favourite
We’ll add a short list each month to our Instagram account and each month the winner will
receive a glossy, hardback African photography book brought to you by some of the
talented photographers at Wilderness Safaris.
Each month’s winning photograph be included in the 2017 Africa & Beyond Calendar.
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