Romantic getaways: Bali has all the ingredients for a perfect wedding
Deciding on wedding venue offers choices including a resort, villa, jungle or beach wedding, each with their own attractions
It’s easy to see why Bali is one of the most popular overseas wedding destinations for Hongkongers. The picturesque island allows for dreamy wedding venues in spectacular locations, where after the nuptials, couples and their besties can stay on to enjoy a tropical holiday together.
Compared to Hong Kong’s prices, it can also be cheaper to fly to Bali and host an event with all the trimmings.
But according to Sonya Yeung, a Hong Kong-based destination wedding specialist who has arranged many weddings in exotic locations, romance – rather than cost – is the main motivation. It’s almost fairytale-like to run off and get married in a (not too) distant land, where a betrothed couple is treated like king and queen, and the celebration lasts for days.
“Hiring a villa usually comes with fewer restrictions than resorts, so couples can be very creative with the décor and really enhance the space to suit their personalities,” says Yeung, founder of Bliss Creations.
Villas often have a private pool which is a great addition to any after-party, and private chefs who can tailor menus to suit all tastes and diets or create local specialities reflecting the culture of the destination.
