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Layout: Tessa Thompson & Tamryn Branch • Marketing: Jacques Smuts, Ansie Smuts Cover: Mari Brooks Photograph: Louise Meyer Photographers

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Cover Bride: Mari Brooks Photograph by: Louise Meyer Photographers Read more about Louise Meyer on page 12

2 Less is more. Trends for 2015/2016 4 Kies die regte rok vir jou lyf 5 The perfect skin for your wedding day 5 Do’s and Dont’s in planning a Bachelorette 6 Technology 10 Waar pas hy in?

10 Die geheim vir 60 goue jare 10 Kies: troupak, of iets anders 12 Wedding Photography 15 Wedding Checklist

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Wedding trends for Spring and Summer 2015/2016 It is your special day and sometmes planning can be problematic. With the rise of media access to current trends such as Pinterest, finding good information about what is actually a trend can be difficult.

The 2014/2015 wedding season was all mason jars, eclectic vintage and rustic chic with a traditional twist. Weddings were stacked with hints of metallic, peonies, lace and wild flowers in tiny little bunches. But what will the new season bring?

The 2015/2016 wedding trends and styles will move away from the rustic and traditional, moving into a natural organic feel with edgy pops of colour. Hints of mint, hues of blues like cobalt and even some grey undertones with accents of yellow is on the rise. (Continue on page 3)

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August 2015 (from page 2) Less is more when it comes to decisions for next season’s events. This means less shabby, but more actual chic that is a whole lot more simplistic and sophisticated. Details are still important and elevated with a personal touch, but the reception has a fun and relaxed vibe.

A big trend for this season is a multicolour palette.

Instead of picking just one colour, go for a colour combination. If you are going for something natural and organic, add pops of colour to make your wedding unique.

Your wedding pivots around your wedding colours. Choose 2-3 primary colours and 1-2 accent colors to set the mood, unveil your style and reveal the season.

With all the options available right now, capturing your special day is worth considering an investment. With aerial photography, cinematography and go-pros, you can now capture memories like never before.

Colour Trends for Summer

Colour Trends for Spring

Technology

Heart-rate monitors for your walk down the aisle, driver-less cars and 3-D printed desserts are just some of the tech trends you can expect to see in weddings this year. Whether you are into technology or not, using some of the new apps available can make your planning a lot easier.

Some of these apps include Taskrabbit, TouristEye and Uber.

(More about technology on page 6)

Whether you are recently engaged and just starting the planning or you are just weeks away from your big day, we have put together ideas and inspiration for a beautiful wedding that will guarantee a smile on everyone’s face.

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Kies die regte rok vir jou lyf Almal wil graag soos ‘n prinses lyk en voel op hul troudag. Hier is wenke vir elke bruid om die regte rok-keuse te maak!

Groot borste Hier is wenke vir die bruid met ‘n groot borsmaat, om die regte rok-keuse te maak!

Reghoekige figuur

Rok met ‘n V-neklyn Rok met ‘n halternek Van die skouer af-neklyn ‘n ‘Scoop’-neklyn Kies ‘n ‘sweetheart’-nek in plaas van ‘n reguit gesnyde neklyn

Vir ‘n reghoekige figuur (die ateltiese bou val ook in die kategorie) soek jy ‘n styl wat die bors sal verleng…

“Bateu”-neklyne (dit sal die skouers en bors gebalanseerd laat lyk) Spaghetti-bandjies Balrokke Meermin- en trompetrokke A-lynrokke Kreatiewe neklyne Neklyne wat onder die sleutelbeen eindig Empire Silhouette Prinses silhouette Van die skouer af-rokke Halter-topneklyne

‘n Bolyf met ‘n blink materiaal (soos satyn, organza en sy). Dit sal meer volume gee en die aandag na die groot borsmaat trek ‘n Bolyf met materiaal wat ‘n tekstuur het — dit sal dieselfde uitwerking as die blink materiaal hê.

Moet nie ‘n reguit gesnyde neklyn dra nie. Dit sal jou bolyfbaie groter laat lyk!

Peervorm Die peer-figuurvorm moet probeer om die aandag weg te trek van die heupe, en die fokus op die bolyf of neklyn te laat val. Doen dit deur een van die volgende style te kies:

Die voller figuur As jy dit het, wys dit dan! Probeer ‘n rok wat die regte dele van jou lyf sal beklemtoon, asook jou heupe en middel sal wegsteek.

Hierdie style sal pragtig lyk:

‘n Bandjielose rok (strapless) ‘n V-nekvorm ‘n Rok met spaghetti-bandjies Van die skouer af-rokke ‘n Vol A-lynrok ‘n Balrok ‘n Rok met diagonale drapering ‘n Bateau-neklynrok ‘n Empire silhouette Gebruik materiaal wat effe meer styf is

Klein borste Al hierdie opsies sal geskik wees om jou figuur te pas : ‘n Bandjielose (‘strapless’) rok met detail op die bostuk (dit sal ekstra volume gee) ‘n Halternek-bostuk ‘n Eenskouer-neklyn ‘n Rok met ‘n klein bolyf (empire waist).

Sheath Silhouette Trompet- of meermin-styl Materiaal wat baie klouerig of weer te vloeiend is

V-nek rokke Scoop-neklyne Sweetheart neklyne A-Lynrokke Laer middel A-lynrokke Balrokke wat voor plat is Hoog empire middel (net onder die borste) Silhouette wat nie ‘n spesifieke vorm het nie Silhouette wat baie klouerig is ‘Seath’rokke en spaghetti-bandjies A-lynrokke wat in die borsdeel begin Materiaal met plooie

Van die skouer af-rok ‘n A-lynrok ‘n Standaard of langer middel — die langer middel sal lengte aan jou bolyf verleen.

Meermin- of trompetrok silhouette “Sweetheart’ neklyn

Die uurglas Soortgelyk aan die peerfiguur moet jy probeer om die kleinste deel van jou heupe te beklemtoon; jy sal jou kurwes wil wys.

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Planning the perfect skin for your wedding day When it comes to wedding skincare and beauty prep, there’s no such thing as starting too soon! We asked Adele Wijma, a skin specialist and owner of Adele’s Beauty Salon in Tzaneen, for her advice on how to get your skin clear and luminous for the big day.

Here are her top tips: 1. Plan your budget for your skin care and body care 9-12 months before your wedding day.

2. Consult with your skincare specialist and express any concerns and questions you have about your skin.

3. The therapist will suggest the following depending on your skin and your needs: * Chemical peels: smoother texture, soften fine, stimulating cell growth, pigmentation. * Micro needling: improves sun damage, uneven skin texture, restore volume, elasticity. * Non surgical luxury face lift: lift of the cheeks, jewels and eyelids. Stimulates collagen and elastin. * Dr Gys du Plessis for your bigger problems: Botox and derma fillers. Add volume to your lips. Botox reduce muscle movement, preventing future wrinkles.

4. One week before your wedding plan your waxing, tints, facial, manicure and pedicure, gelish or bio-sculpture, brow shape, self tan spay, luscious lashes lash extensions) 5. Body treatments that will give you that bride glow we all want: * Kalahari full body exfoliation with salt or red dessert sand giving you the glow all over.

* Back massage or full body massage for the wedding stress.

Nothing is more horrifying in the midst wedding planning than an acne breakout. It’s tempting to try and kick your skincare routine into overdrive before you walk down the aisle, but don’t start scrubbing and slathering just yet.

It is always best to consult with your beautician first.

Come and refresh and unwind with a customise treatment at Adele’s beauty and slimming clinic.

The Do’s and Don’ts In Planning a Bachelorette Party

Your best friend is getting married soon and you are throwing her the perfect bachelorette party. It is traditional for the bride to have one last bash with her friends and as we all know, much can go wrong at these little shindigs. This will be a night to remember and to honour this tradition, here is a list of do’s that this is her bachelorette party. If she doesn’t like and don’ts to ensure that your bachelorette party is dancing all night, don’t take her to a club. If she is a night that your bride would enjoy. not into strippers, don’t spoil her night with a half naked guy making her uncomfortable.

Do’s: Do make sure that you are indeed the one planning Don’t drink heavily at the beginning of the night and make sure that everyone has something to eat. this occasion.

Do consider all your options. Find out what the Don’t force the bride and guests to take part in bride wants, her taste and preference. Not everyone any activity or game. If they feel uncomfortable, let them be! likes to end up in a pub collecting coins.

Do make sure that everyone invited to the bachelor- Don’t be selfish! Ask other guests invited to help ette party is indeed invited to the wedding. Ask the with the planning. This is not about you. bride for input regarding your guest list and don’t Don’t forget that this is about the bride. Make her feel special and give her wonderful memories that forget the soon-to-be in-laws.

Do have a game plan. Add some fun activities and she will cherish for the rest of her games that will help bring the focus on the soon-to- life. be bride.

Make this a fun time because Do share the bill. Ask all the guests to contribute to that is what it is supposed to the finances. be! Put on your bling, dress up, put on that smile and give Don’ts: Don’t ignore the bride’s requests. Keep in mind the bride a night to remember!

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Technology

wedding planning apps exist for Android and iPhone. Your options start from simple list management apps to extensive apps that can even Using practical techmanage your budget! As always you should nology to make your shop around and read some reviews before decidwedding even more ing on the app that is just right for you. memorable just makes The big day itself: sense. So just what can Official and unofficial photographers and videotechnology do for you? graphers is nothing new. How technology can be Planning your used does not have to stop there though. Wearable wedding: tech can include a GoPro Bridal Bouquet, technolOnline wedding plan- ogy that keeps the video camera centred on the ning used to be website wearer, etc. GPS tracking apps can keep a track of driven. Today many the movements of the bride and groom all day long.

Drones can be used to capture incredibly cool video and pictures.

Using Twitter preselect #yourweddinghashtag and ask everybody to tag their posts For a different angle of your wedding vows, place a GoPro inand you won’t miss a side your Bridal Bouquet. single photo or video.

Live-streaming the big day enables family and friends that can’t be there to still be a part of your big day. Some planning and a good videographer will be needed to bring it all together, but the net result should make this worthwhile!

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The Fairview Hotel and Village is situated on 26 ha of farmland on the outskirts of Tzaneen, in Limpopo. This beautiful country hotel offers ample opportunities to the prospective wedding couple.

Tailor made packages are available to suit every need and expectation, and couples can discuss their dream wedding with our experienced wedding coordinating team. With more than fifteen years’ experience in wedding planning and coordinating, couples can feel comfortable to put all their trust in the Fair-

view team. From the wedding ceremony in the beautiful tropical garden, or the quint thatched roof chapel, to the reception area which could be at the rustic River Lapa or in the stately Limpopo Ballroom. A wide variety of options in catering are available, from fine dining, variety buffets to designer braais.

Fairview Hotel also offers a fully licenced bar service, has an impressive collection of Estate wines to choose from, and can assist in décor, flower arrangements, sound and whatever the couple have in mind to

Discover Luxury in Tzaneen make their wedding an unforgettable occasion.

The Zen Spa at Fairview offers special wedding packages to the bride and groom to ensure that they feel ready and revived for the big day . A complimentary night in the honeymoon suite of the five star Village at Fairview will complete the fairy tale wedding at Fairview Hotel, Tzaneen, and leave every wedding couple with the best memories forever.

For more information contact: Marinda Thomas at marinda@fairviewtzaneen.co.za

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Waar pas hy in?

Wat doen die bruidegom?

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Min mans wil erken dat hulle betrokke wil raak by die reelings van ‘n troue. Maar tog so tussen deur die lyne kom jy agter dat hulle eintlik baie meer wil doen as wat hulle voorgee.

Dit is noodsaaklik vir die bruidegom om sy insette en idees te gee. Hier is ‘n paar areas waar die bruidegom kan help met beplanning:

Kies: troupak, of iets anders Vroeër jare toe dinge nog streng volgens tradisie gedoen is, het die bruidegom hoofsaaklik slegs twee keuses gehad: ‘n pak klere of ‘n informele aandpak (ook bekend as tuxedo). Baie min is daarby ingepas en kleur het slegs uitgestaan in die das, strikdas en/of onderbaadjie.

Dinge het sedertdien baie verander en die dae van beperkte keuses vir die brui-

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Kies jou gevolg Jou bruid se ring Reël vir die opstel van huwelikskontrak Bruidegom en gevolg se klere Geskenke vir jou gevolg Geskenk vir jou bruid Reël die vervoer vir bruid en bruidegom Slaapplek vir jou en jou gevolg die aand voor die troue Skryf jou toespraak Reël van julle wittebrood, indien julle dit nie saam reël nie Verblyf vir jou en jou bruid die aand van jul troue.

Musiekjoggie. Stuur julle lys aan die musiekjoggie en bespreek met hom watter tipe musiek julle verwag by die onthaal.

Indien daar wyn en/of vonkelwyn op die tafels geplaas gaan word, reel dat dit by die onthaal vroegtydig afgelaai word

Die geheim vir 60 goue jare

Geniet hierdie kosbare tyd saam met jou bruid en ondersteun haar waar jy kan. Hierdie is ‘n groot dag vir julle altwee. degom is verby. Daar is baie meer style en temas om van te kies, om die bruidegom se styl en karakter beter uit te beeld. Mans is deesdae baie meer modebewus en skroom nie om hul eie styl na vore te bring nie.

Dit is nie meer nodig vir die bruidegom om in ‘n swart pak voor die kansel te staan en sy bruid in te wag nie. Donkerblou, ligblou en selfs grys pakke is van die kleure wat meer gewild geraak het.

Vir ‘n meer informele plaas- of buite-troue is ‘n kortbroek en kruisbande deesdae nogal gewild. ‘n Pak met ‘n blokkiemotief en gekleurde kouse is ‘n gewilde keuse vir 2015/2016.

Strikdasse kan nou ook gekombineer word met kruisbande en kortbroeke en sal vir seker die bruidegom se uitrusting opkikker. As die kortbroek nie vir jou is nie maar jy wil wel ‘n bietjie van jou persoonlikheid inbring, is gekleurde kouse net wat jy nodig het.

Die gewildste pak klere vir ‘n elegante en formele troue is ‘n noupassende snit. Dit hoef ook nie noodwendig ‘n swart pak te wees nie. Maak seker jou swart pak sit netjies en is die regte grootte.

Modes vir die bruidegom het baie verander en ele-ganter geword en 2015/2016 is die perfekte geleentheid vir die bruidegom om sy styl en persoonlikheid na vore te laat kom.

In 1953 — ‘n ronde 62 jaar gelede — het daar by die Landbou Bank in Kroonstad ‘n sprokiesverhaal van liefde begin. ‘n Jong tikster en ‘n aantreklike kontrakteur het liefde in en vir mekaar ontdek en 62 jaar later blom dié liefde steeds!

Die Bulletin het gaan inloer om meer uit te vind wat Henry en Yvonne Stoltz (van Tzaneen) se geheim vir hul lang en gelukkige huwelik van 60 jaar is.

Na hul eerste dans by ‘n makietie in Welkom het Yvonne en Henry geweet dat hulle vir mekaar bedoel was. Henry het in Secunda gaan werk, maar Yvonne se hart met ‘n brief finaal gesteel. Naweekkuiertjies het meer geword en op 20 Maart 1954 het hulle verloof geraak. Yvonne se pa was baie beïndruk met die netjiese en gawe jong man, maar daar word tot vandag toe gespot dat dit Henry se motor was wat Yvonne se hart gesteel het.

Na ‘n jaar se verlowing en beplanning van die groot troue het die groot dag aangebreek. Op 18 Junie 1955 het Henry en Yvonne se verhaal van liefde en omgee in die Metodiste Kerk in Kroonstad begin.

Dit was omtrent ‘n groot troue met meer as honderd gaste wat almal saam kom dans het by die Emilio Hotel. Henry se vier broers en vyf susters het almal die troue bygewoon.

Hulle mooiste herinnering aan die dag was nie die blomme, die kleure of die tierlantyntjies van die troudag nie, maar eerder dat hulle die mooi dag met al hul familie en vriende gedeel het.

Sestig jaar, vyf kinders, vyftien kleinkinders en vyf agterkleinkinders later kan jy nog steeds die spesiale liefde sien wat dié twee mense met mekaar deel.

Henry en Yvonne Stoltz is inderdaad ‘n inspirasie en wonderlike rolmodelle vir enige huwelikspaartjie.

Wat is hulle geheim vir ‘n lang en gelukkige huwelik? Hulle antwoord is doodeenvoudig: Hoe meer jy van jouself gee, hoe meer sal jy terug kry!

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Wedding Photography Wedding pictures are a cherished keepsake and is the only commemoration of the many hours spent on planning one of the most important days of your life. You have only that one day; and your photographer can either give you gorgeous images that you will cherish for the rest of your life, or you will receive images that will not resemble your big day at all. Your wedding album should instantly take you back to your special day and become your favourite coffee table book.

There is no secret formula or one photographer who fits every couple. What separates the good from the bad is in the eye of the beholder; after all, art is subjective. Just make sure you feel great about the person you hire and see a distinction in his/her work. Give careful consideration to your photography budget and invest as much as you can into that part of your wedding.

In the end, you can’t afford to be disappointed when the curtains close on your wedding day.

We caught up with well-known wedding photographer Louise Meyer from Hoedspruit, to give our readers some advice on how to identify a good photographer who will translate your experience and memories into images.

potential clients: 1. Clarity about the different packages that are available. The client must be 100% clear on what to expect. For example, the hours that the photographer will cover 2. The time span of the wedding must be discussed in detail.

3. The client must inform the photographer of any spesific photos that should be taken.

4. The most important is to complete a contract that will cover all the detail!

• What common mistakes do people make when it comes to the budget set aside for their photography?

It is very unfortunate that there are many photographers out there without the expereince or right equipment, charging rediculously low rates for their time and work. A few good photos are shown to clients and they are made to believe that that is the quality they can expect. It is very difficult to give a guideline since photographers’ rates vary and can be anything from R5 000 to R50 000! Keep in mind that your wedding photos are the only visual memories you wil have to treasure and it can’t be redone. My recommendation: rather budget liberally and not • Where do you start your search for a photogra- conservatively for you photography! pher?

“Word of Mouth” is a very reliable source and of • There are so many photographers out there, how course the internet is the main source of informa- does one separate the good ones from the not-sotion these days. It is very important to do a thorough good ones?

Do your homework! Look at experience, equipment search to ensure that you choose the right photographer. Your photographer is the person that will that the photographer is using and follow their blogs. be by your side the whole day. You need to be comfortable with the photographer as a person and con- • How important is the connection between the fidant that he or she will capture your most precious couple and the photographer?

Extremely important! You have to feel 100% commemories. fortable with your photographer. The more comfort• How far in advance do you book a photographer? able you are with your photographer, the greater the Your venue and your photographer should be your possibilities for him/her to capture the true essence first two priorities. If you have a few photographers of your day! in mind who’s style of photography you like, you have to do your homework and book them at least • What should one be looking for when looking at a photographer’s portfolio?

6-12 months before the wedding Never just rely on a photographer’s portoflio as evi• Is it necessary to set up appointments with a few dence of his/her work. A good photographer should have a blog that you can follow. After each wedding photographers?

It is of utmost importance to do that! You have to a good (professional) photographer compiles a blog be able to connect with your photographer and feel post with several photos of that spesific wedding. comfortable with him/her!

What type of questions do I need to ask when • Is there any other advice that you can give the couples out there looking for a photographer? meeting with a photographer?

Do your homework, follow the work (blogs) of a few By the time you meet a potential photographer you must be fully aware of his/her style of work. The photographers who you like, meet up with them to following matters are usually discussed when I meet see if you can coneect and then make a final decision!

louisemeyer@xsinet.co.za www.louisemeyer.co.za facebook: Louise Meyer Photographers Blog: louisemeyer.co.za/category/blog/

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Harvey world travel Tzaneen specialises in tailor making your perfect honeymoon to the following Ideal Honeymoon Destinations: Mauritius Reunion Maldives Mocambique Seychelles Zanzibar

Be part of our next Bulletin Wedding issue Contact Tessa on 015 307 7248

Why not combine the two islands of Mauritius & Reunion for a memorable honeymoon. Relax and rejuvenate at an idyllic island resort in Mauritius, then change scenery and rent a car in Reunion to explore the island and all it has to offer. Harvey World Travel Tzaneen will tailor make a package to suit your needs.

REUNION

Things to Do: View the Piton de la Fournaise, one of the most active volcanos on the planet.

Enjoy a quad bike excursion on a

specially adapted four-wheeled cycle, unique to the island.

Take an exciting helicopter flight over the island Drive to Cilaos on a road known as the “400 turns”. The road winds up the mountain through amazing scenery with high pointy peaks and rivers.

Visit the Notre Dame Des Laves Church (Our Lady of the Lava) in Sainte-Rose, a small church that miraculously survived a previous eruption.

Paragliding Big Game Fishing

MAURITIUS

Things to do: Mauritius is the ideal destination for your stress-free honeymoon.

Although the beaches are the major drawcard, there are many other must – sees that visitors should explore.

For example in the northern region of the island visitors can experience and “Under the Sea walk”. The island also offers

adventure activities such as ziplining, abseiling or a catamaran cruise, whale and dolphin encounters and big game fishing.

Other excursions include a tour of The Rhumerie de Chamarel, where the islands famous rum is distilled, as well as tours of the Bois Cherie tea factory and museum. Nature enthusiasts should also visit the Pamplemousse Gardens which are renowned for their many exotic plant species.

Port Louis offers excellent shopping opportunities at Caudan and Port Louis Waterfront and the Port Louis Central Market, Quatre Bornes Flea Market, well known for linen and clothing at excellent prices.

For the golf enthusiasts Mauritius has a number of golf courses such as Le Touessrok Golf Course, Gary Player Golf Course, Ernie Els’ Anahita Course, The Legend Course at Belle Mare and Tamarina Golf Course which are among the top courses.

Grand Baie is a great base for most island activities, with great shopping, restaurants and nightlife.

Harvey World Travel can advise and quote you from an affordable 3* property to the more luxurious hotels, assisting you with a package to suit your budget and requirements. Please call us to discuss your honeymoon or any special occasion holiday to any of the above romantic destinations.

Explore Idyllic Locations Enjoy Romantic Dinners Create Cherished Memories Explore Blissful Beginnings Indulge in Sensual Relaxation Soak up Romantic Sunsets You can get your honeymoon from a travel consultant, or a website. One knows it’s your dream. To the other, it’s data.

Which do you think cares the most?

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Wedding Checklist 10 to 12 Months Out Set date/time Announce wedding Engagement party Wedding type (formal/informal) Choose colors Set budget Start guest list Reserve reception site Choose the following: Bridesmaids Groomsmen Ushers/ringbearer/flower girl Wedding officiant

Videographer Wedding cake (test sample) Wedding night accommodations Begin making wedding favors or Purchase wedding favors Send save the date announcements Reserve rental equipment Finalize guest list Register for gifts Order stationery Purchase wedding rings Plan honeymoon Renew passports

8 to 10 Months Out Order wedding dress Dress accessories Bridesmaids dresses Book the following: Caterers (test food) Florist Musicians/DJ Photographer

4 to 8 Months Out Mail wedding invitations Set menu with caterer Plan with photographer Plan with videographer Plan with wedding officiant Write vows Bridal showers Schedule wedding rehearsal

Marriage license requirements Groomsmen attire Make music selections One Month Out Apply for marriage license Final dress fitting adjustments Confirm with: Cake baker Caterer Florist Hotels Musicians/DJ Officiant Photographer Transportation Videographer Book hairstylist Create wedding program Follow-up with non-RSVP’s Check status of budget Room reservations for out-oftowners

One to Two Weeks Out Arrange seating plan Create seating place cards Establish final head count Head count to caterer Write toasts Pickup wedding dress Pickup tuxes Practice walking in wedding shoes Give travel plans to family member Purchase sign-in book for guests Pack for honeymoon Review details with wedding party One to Two Days Out Assign responsibilities (corsages, greeting, etc) Confirm transportation Manicure/Pedicure (relax) Meet with out-of-town guests Rehearse ceremony Guest list provided to ushers

“In dreams and in love there are no impossibilities.” - Janos Arany

ever thought oF a destination wedding?

Africa

Nestled at the mouth of the third largest canyon in the world, in an amphitheatre of rock, powering up towards the heavens, lush riverine forest caressed by crystal waters, a select symphony of natures creatures as witness, this is Moholoholo Ya Mati, “By the Water”.

Situated on the banks, and at the mouth of the Blyde River Canyon, surrounded by the mighty Drakensberg Mountains in the Lowveld of the Limpopo Province of South Africa.

Visit this magical venue and let us ease you through the best day of your lives.

Experience a kaleidoscope of textures and materials in our rock and thatch chalets, chapel and restaurant. Seductively placed within this paradise is a white marquee tent for slightly larger receptions. Through this myriad of architectural delight, flows beautiful green lawns on fertile soils, interspersed with massive, age old, majestic Jackalberry trees and friends.

Natural, and designed gardens mixed with indigenous flora, spiced in between with an exotic, weave their way in and around structures, moulding a perfect backdrop for any dream wedding day. Photo’s can be taken on a game drive vehicle, near a termite mound or acacia trees, with a variety of animals, making unique opportunities and memories of a wedding in Africa.

Our well trained staff will see to your every need from beginning to end. Food to fill and service to match of highest quality. No task too big or too small, leaving you with

a relaxing, stress free day to remember. Extra accommodation can easily be arranged for family and friends in either our own or nearby lodges or bed and breakfasts of your choice. Let us be of service to you, share your experience of a magic destination wedding with us. For assistance with you destination, Moholoholo Ya Mati, Wedding in Africa, contact Marisa at our head office.

For more inFo contact marisa reinach cell: 084 511 3000 or 072 191 2024 ı e-mail: marisa@moholoholo.co.za

www.moholoholo.co.za

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