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STORIES OF ROMANCE

their wedding from interstate, they said working with the team from Sending a detailed email to their guests recommending accommodation,
Salsa and Shobha from Port Douglas Weddings made everything easy restaurants and tours made it easy for guests to plan their stay here in
and the team had everything covered with great styling options and Port Douglas. The weather being spectacular during the time around
suggestions. the wedding allowed the guests to really explore this little slice of
While preparations were in full swing in Port Douglas, Kate could paradise and enjoy this truly magical day.
get her shop on. Inspired by the classic Hamptons beach style theme, Kate and Ben both wanted a very stress-free wedding, “and that’s
Kate chose a dress by ‘The Babushka Ballerina’ Sydney and all white exactly what we had thanks to everyone who was involved in the day.”
Camilla and Marc off the shoulder dresses for her bridesmaids. The
males dressed in strapping MJ Bale beige suits and all the wedding
party splashed with some floral beauty with help from Floral Edge, CONTACT
so this group was picture perfect on the day. Salsa Bar & Grill
Kate and Ben, being no strangers to the culinary delights that Salsa 07 4099 4922
offered, decided against the traditional sit-down meal and went for salsaportdouglas.com.au
a cocktail bar style reception with delicious canapés to allow their
guests the chance to “…mingle and enjoy the food rather than be
stuck in the same seat all night next to someone’s crazy great uncle!” Ceremony: St Mary’s by the Sea
Salsa allowed for exactly that and the night was fun, easy going, with
lots of dancing under the stars accompanied by cool ocean breezes. Reception: Salsa Bar & Grill
Kate told us: “The staff were unbelievable and ensured everyone Planner: Port Douglas Weddings
always had a drink in hand and plenty of food, including me! Our Flowers: Floral Edge
guests were raving about their outstanding service and positive vibes Cake: The Hungry Hummingbird
over the whole night. Ben and I were so happy our friends and family Photography:
were enjoying our reception … party … as much as us!” Port Douglas Wedding Photography
Kate and Ben stayed in Port Douglas for three weeks around the Celebrant: Sarah Woods
wedding and truly embraced the tropical lifestyle with family and
friends. Kate and Ben rolled their honeymoon in to this time and spent
some quality time together as newlyweds.
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