The flight from Greece headed to Mauritius in 2015! Hello Sunshine! Continuing the breath-taking journey of DWP, we landed on the sizzling island of Mauritius for the 2nd edition of Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress that took place from 14-15th April 2015 in the lavish premises of the LUX* Belle Mare Mauritius.
Each year our vision for DWP manifested itself in the cultural diversity of the attendees. We brought together a collection of highly acclaimed destination wedding planners, designers and artists along with the most awe-inspiring destinations, extravagant venues and hotels and other unique service providers, jewelers and bridal couture designers from across 55 countries. This proved as a catalyst to the formation of a cross-cultural extravaganza.
By this post, we would like to applaud our Host Destination Partner, our venue and cocktail reception partners and all our supporting accomplices that made the enchantment at DWP 2015 occur! How about we diminish the wistfulness by recalling their immaculate execution once more!
The beautiful land of Mauritius was offered as the host destination for the 2015 edition of DWP by the Mauritius Tourism and Promotion Authority who was the Official Host Destination Partner and had the prestigious opening by the then Deputy Prime Minister of Mauritius – Mr. Xavier Luc Duval.
Time to go down memory lane and revisit some of the fondest memories from Mauritius and most importantly share with you a checklist for the most recommended vendors and creative partners to work with while planning your dream wedding in Mauritius.
2015 DWP Official Host Destination Partner – Mauritius Tourism Board Authority (MTPA)
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Postcard-perfect beaches fringed by palm trees, inviting turquoise waters, delectable local dishes and an eclectic culture—there are few places to get married as magnificent as Mauritius. It is a volcanic island nation in the Indian Ocean, offers an immaculate beach setting for your wedding. Couples can marry anywhere in Mauritius – be it aboard a catamaran, on a submarine underwater or even saying ‘I do’ on a zipline over the forest. Mauritius has opened its borders for international travel since October 1st with proper health and safety protocols in place.
2015 DWP Official Airline Partner – Emirates
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Dubai-based Emirates Airlines is the ultimate word in comfort and luxury. Emirates connects the world to, and through, their global hub in Dubai. With modern, efficient and comfortable aircraft and a culturally diverse workforce, they impeccably deliver award-winning services to customers across six continents every day. Currently, there’s one weekly non-stop flight operating to and from Mauritius to Dubai. Head on to their website to get access to exclusive offers.
2015 DWP Congress Venue Host Partner – LUX* Belle Mare Mauritius
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LUX* Belle Mare, a beautiful, forward-thinking resort nestled on the wild east coast of Mauritius, encapsulates island living at its best: a glimmering lagoon and sugar-white sand beach, unrivaled service and charm, a huge swimming pool, exquisitely designed villas, fabulous restaurants and the most creative pop-up dining experiences, and even in-house coffee and ice-cream brands and an organic farm. This Five-star all-inclusive or half-board resort has 174 suites and villas with a chic to contemporary beach décor designed by multi-award-winning designer- Kelly Hoppen.
2015 DWP DMC Partner – Tam Tam Tours
Picture Courtesy: @TamTamToursMauritius
Mauritius has a lot to offer and you want to make sure that it is done right! Tam Tam Tours tailor your holiday to your schedule, party size, travel and accommodation requirements, put together a bespoke holiday which reflects your individual style, budget, taste and time consideration.
2015 DWP Co-Hospitality Partner – Long Beach, A Sun Resort, Mauritius
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Expertly fusing idyllic relaxation with active recreation, Long Beach is set along Mauritius’ azure eastern coast. Enjoy uninterrupted sea views from one of 255 spacious rooms and suites, play a round of the renowned Ile aux Cerfs Golf Course, and indulge in treatments inspired by Thai Sens at the tranquil Sea Spa.
2015 DWP Cocktail Partner- Constance Hotels and Resorts
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Constance Belle Mare Plage offers “a total resort experience” with excellent hospitality, warm cordiality and elegance. It borders two kilometers of white sandy beach, protected by a coral reef, making it secure for swimming and water sports. Its extensive range of luxurious accommodations consists of 256 tastefully decorated rooms that reflect the Constance chic and comfort.
2015 DWP Luxury Airport Lounge Partner – Yu Lounge
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YU lounge Mauritius is a one-of-a-kind concept that combines the finest in hospitality and travel services all the way from and to the footstep of an aircraft. This luxurious lounge has been designed for discerning passengers traveling on commercial airliners and private jets, to make arrivals, stopovers and departures as convenient and seamless as possible.
2015 DWP Rum Partner – Distillerie De Labourdonnais
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La Distillerie de Labourdonnais produces different ranges of rum from the sugarcane surrounding the estate. Some of them were even awarded prizes by several international programs praising the quality of liquors. The production factory, Les Vergers de Labourdonnais, uses real craftsmanship along with family recipes, in order to produce a variety of fruit-based products, in accordance with the strictest food safety standards. Les Vergers de Labourdonnais brand has become a world-famous Mauritian reference.
2015 DWP Event Partners
07Amps Production
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With thirteen years of existence, Seven Amps Ltd. is now among the leading AV suppliers in Mauritius and continues to build-up on this stepping stone to gain more market shares in the country and the region. They offer a palette of services ranging from conceptualization, installation, operation, as well as an integrated system to Mauritius and the region.
Event Creators
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A leading event management company based in Mauritius able to provide a creative and innovative approach to cater to specific business requirements. Their tailor-made solutions provide everything from A-Z in terms of your event requirements. From photography to decor to selecting your venue, their expert team assists you in every step of your event.
Fujiland Marquees
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In business for over 30 years, Fujiland Events Ltd, winner of SMEDA Product Innovation Award 2017 is a full-service, state-of-the-art integrated event organizer with a blended suite of solutions for business events and weddings. Their specialty lies in the rental of the aluminum hall, marquees, stretch tent, illumination, lightings and decorations.
Impact Productions Group
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For those seeking authentic and unique celebrations, Impact Production Group is the company to be with for wedding services of all faiths. With more than 20 years of experience, they have built a global reputation for creating outstanding luxury weddings. From small intimate gatherings to large and lavish affairs, they offer first-class service worldwide.
LC Events
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Based in Mauritius since 2005, LC Events is a dynamic, creative, innovative business partner that can not only design an entire event but also build successfully on any ideas you may have.
New Creative Design
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As a leading wedding events organizer, their principal objective is to bring joy and happiness to the hearts of our customers and their guests. They offer exceptional services in decor including unique and detailed mandap, LED lighting arrangement, personalized aisleways, pedestals, entrances and gates. Their quality policy ensures that the event is uncompromised in any possible way delivering excellent services keeping the latest trends in mind.
Patrick’s Floral Design
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Patrick’s Floral Design Studio was established in 1996 as one of the flagship studios of the Mauritian florist services sector. Under the creative of its Managing Director- Patrick Armand, they are widely acknowledged as one of the flawless studios ensuring delivery beyond expectations. Patrick’s milestone as a professional florist testifies a personal philosophy of constant growth and renewal; which he has consistently applied to his inspiring floral creations for more than 20 years of successful development ’til date. Today, the full-fledged floral design studio consists of a team of 20 dedicated staff attuned to the creative approach and customized service culture that is the signature of the house.
This beautiful image speaks for itself. When you see 300 smiles, you know you have achieved something remarkably precious.
Stay tuned as we reminiscence the 2016 edition of the DWP Congress in the city where art flourishes like a newly blossomed flower – Florence…
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