Pure Escapes Magazine Special Edition: Weddings & Honeymoons

WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS 2024

LUXURY TRAVEL TRADE MAGAZINE

WHERE TO SAY IN THE

INDIAN OCEAN

MATCH YOUR CLIENTS

perfect

TO THEIR

paradise

Honeymoon Bucket List

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Contents 04 05 09

WELCOME NOTE

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UAE COUPLES ITINERARY

WEDDINGSS

UAE: TOP 5 WEDDING VENUES

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A MATCH MADE IN PARADISE

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SOUTH AFRICA: TOP 5 HONEYMOON SUITES

HONEYMOON PACKAGES

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SOUTH AFRICA COUPLES ITINERARY

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Fairytale

FUTURES Fairytale futures begin with Pure Escapes; partnered with properties that turn wedding dreams into realities. Each resort ensures effortless elegance for couples to celebrate their union, providing wedding co-ordinators and package options that promise perfection. With nearly 40% of all engagements occurring between the end of November and February, we have created a guide for weddings and honeymoons across our destinations.

From the dreamscapes of the Indian Ocean, to the glitter of the UAE and the rugged romance of South Africa; we match our clients with their perfect paradise.

M I L L A V L A D O VA DIRECTOR - PURE ESCAPES

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Weddings

in the Maldives

ENDLESS HORIZONS

Easy to fall for, Impossible to Forget One can’t help but fall for the Indian Ocean; the ultimate dream wedding destination. The seduction of the outdoors is irresistible, especially when coupled with exclusive accommodation and elegant experiences.

Paradise islands welcome couples to celebrate their commitment. Each individual resort has its charm, creating distinctive, bespoke ceremonies. We have selected a range of properties which honour and elevate the act of saying, “I do”. *Ceremonies conducted in the Maldives are considered a renewal of vows and are not legal weddings.

JOALI MALDIVES JOALI Maldives is the quintessential wedding destination. Expert wedding designers are on hand to guide couples through preparations, delivering a fairytale ceremony, whichever experience they choose.

Glamourous Boheme

A bohemian-chic ceremony on the beach From USD 2,500

Rustic Luxe Love

From makeup to photography, this package provides everything for a captivating wedding From USD 4,000

La Dolce Isola

An exclusive, private island venue awaits From USD 8,000

ONE&ONLY REETHI RAH, MALDIVES Legendary service and world-class cuisine lure guests to One&Only Reethi Rah; couples finding serenity in the spectacular.

Beach Wedding

Toes in the sand and eyes to the future.

Up to 350 guests

Personalised Marquee

100 guests seated for an extravagant evening on sunrise beach.

Celebrate at Sunset

Fandhitas offer an exotic option for up to 70 guests, with the option for a stage and projections. *Prices on request 07

VELAA PRIVATE ISLAND, MALDIVES Velaa Private Island has perfected the art of wedding preparation. Couples can choose between three different wedding packages, each equal in romance but differing in inclusions. All ceremonies are held on Velaa Beach.

Kaiveni Wedding Package

An intimate ceremony followed by a private BBQ on the beach From USD 7,000

Loabi Love Package

Enjoy the in house pianist and couple's coral adoption From USD 18,500

Umurah Forever Package

Includes a romantic sunset cruise on the luxury yacht Rania From USD 29,500

W MALDIVES The W Maldives ‘Whatever/Whenever approach extends to their wedding packages, guaranteeing guests their dream ceremony.

WOW Vows with a View

Beach ceremony followed by a 4 course dinner under the stars for two From USD 2,400++

Deep Love Underwater Wedding

Includes an underwater photo shoot, followed by an intimate star-lit dinner From USD 2,590++

Get Wed Like A Star

Private beach wedding and two hour photo shoot From USD 3,400 ++

CONRAD MALDIVES RANGALI ISLAND Happily ever after begins at Conrad Rangali Island; on the beach, beside turquoise waters and above expectation.

Deluxe Tip Beach From USD 4,950 (up to 150 pax) Quiet Zone Pool From USD 6,500 (up to 40 pax) Sunset Tip Beach From USD 5,850 (up to 100 pax) *Terms & conditions apply.

Packages and rates are subject to change.

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Burj Al Arab Skyview Bar

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Whether guests are dreaming of a ceremony in a luxurious venue, the and exclusiv

Atlantis, The Palm Ambassador Lagoon

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Ritz-Carlton, Dubai Garden Wedding

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United Arab Emirates C O U P L E S I T I N E RA RY

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R ELAX, R E J UV E N AT E , R E CO N N E C T IN TH E UAE 4 N I G H TS - BULGAR I R E S ORT, D UBAI 3 N I G H TS - R ITZ CAR LTON, AL WAD I D E S ERT OV E RV I EW DAY 1 Private transfer to Bulgari Resort.

DAY 2 Experience classic Dubai followed by dinner in the world’s tallest restaurant: At.Mosphere.

DAY 3 Sail away and indulge in a romantic dinner on a private yacht.

DAY 4 Explore Dubai from a private helicopter or greet the sunrise on a hot air balloon. Optional: Shopping tour with a private guide.

DAY 5 Private transfer from Dubai to Ritz Carlton Al Wadi, Ras Al Khaimah to reconnect with nature and local culture.

DAY 6 Enjoy a day at leisure: relax and rejuvenate with a bespoke SPA experience, watch a falconry show, or take a horse-riding lesson.

DAY 7 Relax at the hotel. Optional: For adrenaline-seekers; try a ride on the world’s longest zip line.

DAY 8 Private transfer to the airport for departure.

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A Match MADE IN PA R A D I S E At Pure Escapes, we understand romance. We know the importance of assigning guests the correct property; the chemistry of connection to one’s venue.

We have curated a cupid’s list to match each couple to their Ideal venue, for both weddings and honeymoons in the Indian Ocean.

ADVENTURE NIYAMA PRIVATE ISLANDS, MALDIVES W MALDIVES VAKKARU MALDIVES

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YOGA

WELLNESS

JUMEIRAH MALDIVES OLHAHALI

JOALI BEING, MALDIVES

SIX SENSES ZIL PAYSON, SEYCHELLES

AMILLA MALDIVES RESORT & RESIDENCES

OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI, MALDIVES

COMO MAALIFUSHI, MALDIVES

ROMANCE

CUISINE

THE NAUTILUS BEACH & OCEAN HOUSES, MALDIVES

JOALI MALDIVES

RAFFLES SEYCHELLES MILAIDHOO MALDIVES

CONRAD MALDIVES RANGALI ISLAND WALDORF ASTORIA MALDIVES

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Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives With a minimum 4 night stay and above, guests will receive complimentary: • • •

Bottle of Champagne Fruit basket once during the stay Romantic bed decoration once during the stay

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Romantic Bubble bath set up *All once during each stay.

Ozen Reserve Bolifushi, Maldives

W Maldives Book a minimum of 7 consecutive nights and enjoy: •

Welcome amenities, sunset cocktail & canapés with live DJ at SIP & bed decoration.

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AWAY Spa Bonus – Extra 30 minute per person when taking a 60 minute massage.

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3 course in-villa private dinner (beverages excluded)

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In-Room floating breakfast *All once during each stay

W Maldives

Intercontinental Maldives, Maamunagau Guests can expect the below with a minimum stay of 7 nights: • Bottle of Champagne upon arrival • 60 Minute Avi Spa couple’s massage • Bath ritual and floral bed decoration once during stay Intercontinental Maldives

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Velaa Private Island, Maldives • Stay 1-2 nights Welcome champagne and amenities • Stay 3-4 nights Romantic turn down service and a floating breakfast in the villa pool • Stay 5-6 nights A couple massage (60 minutes) • Stay 7-8 nights A professional couple photo shoot at the resort and 10 images in a printed album • Stay 9-10 nights A romantic beach BBQ • Stay 11 nights and above A romantic 2 hour sunset cruise *All one during stay. Packages accumulate inclusions with the additional bed nights.

Velaa Private Island, Maldives

Conrad Rangali Island, Maldives For a minimum of 6 nights’ stay, guests will receive: • • •

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Fruit Basket & 1 bottle of champagne in the Villa upon arrival Romantic Bed Decoration One romantic 3-course dinner, excluding beverages at designated restaurant, to be confirmed upon arrival US$100 credit per couple per stay for spa treatment(s) of guest’s choice

North Island, Seychelles Offer is valid for a minimum length of stay of 4 nights. Package includes: • • • • • • •

Daily In Villa Breakfast One Romantic Dinner under the stars One Beach Picnic Lunch One Bath Ritual One Spectacular Turndown One Romantic Sundowner 60 Minutes Couple Massage North Island, Seychelles

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SOUTH AFRICA

TOP 5

Honeymoon Suites Each of our chosen South African properties below cultivate connection, turning dreams into realities, from dawn till dusk. Space, stars and stillness; the definition of off-the-grid allure.

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Londolozi Private Game Reserve: Private Granite Suite

Lion Sands: Kingston Treehouse

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Grootbos Private Game Reserve: Forest Suites

The Silo, Cape Town: Penthouse Suite

Delaire Graff: Luxury Suite 20

South Africa

COUPLES ITINERA

Embark on a 8-night starryeyed romantic getaway of pure safari. Private charter to both Tswalu Game Reserve and Royal Malewane for quality time with your partner in the wild.

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S O U T H AF R I CA RO M AN T I C I T I N E RARY 8 N I G H TS • OVE RVI E W DAY 1 Saxon Hotel - Arrival OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) & private road transfer to Saxon Hotel.

DAY 2 Tswalu - Private road transfer to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) & private charter to Tswalu & afternoon game drive.

DAY 3 Tswalu - Morning & afternoon game activities.

DAY 4 Tswalu - Morning & afternoon game drives/walk.

DAY 5 Royal Malewane – Private charter to Royal Malewane & afternoon game drive.

DAY 6 Royal Malewane - Morning & afternoon game activities.

DAY 7 Royal Malewane - Morning & afternoon game activities.

DAY 8 Saxon Hotel – Private charter to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) & private road transfer to Saxon Hotel, afternoon at leisure.

DAY 9 Private road transfer to OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg).

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