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Air Tahiti Nui has held its first inflight wedding ceremony 10,000m in the air somewhere over the Atlantic Ocean between Paris and Los Angeles with a British couple celebrating their union on flight TN07 en route to Tahiti for their honeymoon.
For Alex Pelling and Lisa Gant, it was their 42nd wedding ceremony as the pair
travel the globe exchanging vows in unique wedding locations, including a horseback wedding in Canada, a wedding in an Ecuador temple on the Equator and even a ceremony officiated by Martha Stewart in New York, all in search of the perfect
place to wed.
During the Air Tahiti Nui ceremony, the bride and groom walked down the aircraft aisle and met in the first row where the flight’s chief purser recited the ceremony in English and French before declaring the couple united as “2 people 1 life”.
In front of the aircraft full of travellers, Alex and Lisa each vowed to be “life long travel partners” before placing the national flower of Tahiti, a Tiare flower, behind each other’s ears as a symbol of commitment.
The couple celebrated with passengers, who had the opportunity to sign a guest book, before retiring to business class for celebratory champagne and sugared almonds.
Upon touching down in Los Angeles, the couple tweeted, “We are SO on our way to Tahiti and have just held our 42nd wedding ceremony INFLIGHT with Air Tahiti Nui! It was AMAZING! An incredible team made us so welcome and helped us celebrate!”
Alex and Lisa will spend a week exploring the Society Islands including two more Tahiti-style weddings at a cultural village on Moorea and also in a glass-bottomed overwater chapel at the Intercontinental Resort Bora Bora.
According to the couple’s website 2People1Life, they are planning to spend five months driving around Australasia with their three-year adventure slated to end down under in July 2014.
There are 15 words in Fijian for heaven and Yasawa
is the first. Revel in a secluded area renowned for its beautiful
pristine white sandy beaches and crystal clear swimming waters. No other
resorts, no televisions, no traffic and no mobile phones. The 18
traditionally thatched beachfront bures are understated luxury, hidden
among palms, each air-conditioned with its own thatched beachfront hut, a
pair of outdoor day beds, a discreet outdoor show on its own sundeck
and a hammock strung between the palms. All gourmet meals, snacks,
non-alcoholic drinks and most activities are included.
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15 April 2013: The Unique Tourism Collection has been appointed by Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ (SLH) to manage and execute its public relations in Australia as part of a global PR drive.
The campaign will commence with immediate effect and will be led by UK office Lotus UK, coordinating activity with The Unique Tourism Collection and partner offices in China, USA, Canada, Russia, France, Germany and Brazil.
Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ is a brand of luxury, independent hotels representing over 520 carefully selected properties in over 70 countries, offering inspiring and authentic experiences.
Reporting to UK Account Director, Kate McWilliams, The Unique Tourism Collection has been briefed to build the SLH brand to differentiate from potential competitors and drive new club members.
Tim Davis, Marketing Director at Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ says “The Lotus Network & Partners was appointed following a competitive 4-way pitch. The creative approach and proven track record in coordinating global travel campaigns made them the natural choice for Small Luxury Hotels of the World™.”
Jonica Paramor, Managing Director of The Unique Tourism Collection says, “We are naturally delighted to be working with Small Luxury Hotels of the World™. The award-winning hotel portfolio, comprising some of the world’s finest independent hotels, makes this an extremely exciting account and we look forward to driving results in the core SLH destinations.”
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Emirates has announced its early morning service from Sydney to Dubai will be operated by an A380 from 2nd June the second daily A380 for Sydney passengers demonstrating the airline¹s commitment to New South Wales and demand for the flagship aircraft.
Currently serviced by the Boeing 777-300ER, upgrading Emirates' flights EK 414 and 415 to the Airbus A380-800 will see an increase in capacity of 1,890 seats per week.
"Emirates' decision to commit a second A380 to Sydney is a clear indication of customer demand for the state-of-the-art aircraft and the growing travel between Dubai and Sydney on the early morning service," said Barry Brown, Emirates' Vice President Australasia.
"Australia represents an important market for Emirates and ranks in the top three countries on Emirates' global network. The A380 is a core element of Australian activity, delivering considerable economic benefits through inbound seats and travel connections," said Mr Brown.
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Adding larger capacity aircraft is central to our strategy of meeting growing passenger demand, while supporting trade between our two countries. A second A380 for Sydney also complements our proposed plans for the partnership with Qantas," he added.
Pending regulatory approval, the Qantas and Emirates global aviation partnership will commence 31st March, and will see Qantas and Emirates as the only airlines operating at Dubai International's Concourse A, built exclusively for the A380. The two airlines will jointly offer 98 weekly services between Australia and the global gateway city of Dubai, including five daily A380 flights from 2nd June.
Emirates sets the pace for A380 deployment, with the aircraft having carried 14 million passengers on 35,000 trips spanning 200 million kilometres since A380 operations commenced five years ago. In 2012 alone, Emirates added 11 A380s to its fleet and remains the largest operator of the aircraft, with 31 in the fleet and 59 on order.
For flight information and bookings for Emirates' new twice-daily A380 service, contact Emirates on 1300 303 777, visit your local travel agent or Emirates.
Captain Cook Cruises Fiji Executive Director, Jackie Haworth-Charlton today announced passengers could enjoy free Wifi on-board the MV Reef Endeavour operating the company's three, four, seven and eleven night cruises in Fiji.
Free Wifi is now accessible in the ships Tabua Suites and Wifi is available in the Yasawa Lounge, Pool Deck and on the Sundeck.
"We can offer free WiFi to passengers due to a sneaky aerial on the upper most mast above the Sundeck. It means passengers can connect with their loved ones and even just find out what is happening in the world on any of our three, four and seven night Yasawa Island and Discovery cruises," explains Jackie Haworth-Charlton, Executive Director, Captain Cook Cruises Fiji.
Captain Cook Cruises Fiji has also appointed Viti Water Sports, a five star PADI operator, to look after their passenger's diving and snorkelling activities on the MV Reef Endeavour and on their Tivua Island day cruise.
"Our Fiji cruise passengers normally get the opportunity to dive twice a day and our on-board PADI dive operator, Viti Water Sports manages and operates these dives. Dive opportunities are at an additional cost and are available for both certified and first time divers.
"Diving in Fijian water is an unforgettable experience. Divers are taken by Viti Water Sports experienced divers, who accompany passengers on every dive to amazing dive locations where divers swim through caves, coral bommies and see breathtaking coral gardens and sea creatures," says Ms Charlton.
Captain Cook Cruises Fiji operate three, four and seven night cruises on-board the MV Reef Endeavour. Early Booking Savers fares start from AUD$796 per person twin share for a three day cruise and all cruise prices include on-board accommodation, all meals, guided village and island tours, glass bottom boat excursions, snorkelling, Wifi, on board entertainment and use of the ship's facilities including swimming pool, spa, pool bar, sun deck, sauna, cocktail bar, day spa and library.
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Semara Resort & Spa is perfectly located in the heart of Seminyak, Bali's fashionable shopping and dining district, and only 150 meters to the beach.
You will find them situated right next door to Potato Head and in between Ku De Ta and W Retreat and Spa. Across from Biku and close by are Metis, Sarong and La Lucciola.
Semara Resort & Spa is only just over one year old and is already receiving rave reviews, with many guests already returning to stay with them again.
The resort features include;
- Modern Spacious Rooms - Executive Suites are 60m2 and offer a separate bath and shower.
- Guaranteed Interconnecting Rooms - Perfect for families or groups of friends.
- Wellness Activities - FREE modern gym, lap training, yoga, meditation, aqua aerobics for in-house guests.
- The Deck Sports Bar - 5 Pool Tables, Live Sport and an extensive menu reasonably priced.
- Semara Spa - Affordable Luxury. The only Bali Spa stocking Miranda Kerr's "Kora Organics."
- Cubby House Kids Club - The best kids club in Bali.
- Two Swimming Pools - One including a kid's pool next to Georgies Restaurant and the second in the quieter gazebo area.
- Their Balinese staff - always smiling and happy to assist.
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For a truly fresh and inspiring wedding venue, the luxury all pool villa resort of Alila Villas Uluwatu in Bali ticks all the right boxes with its jaw-droppingly gorgeous clifftop setting and contemporary Balinese-inspired design. Located on Bali’s southern coastline, just 30 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport, Alila Villas Uluwatu brings eloquence and flair to an exotic island wedding, set in a tropical landscape amid sprawling lawns and shimmering Indian Ocean backdrop.
The resort offers several spectacular venues for the wedding ceremony with capacities to accommodate anywhere from 40 to 100 guests. Choose from signature spaces such as the oft-photographed Sunset Cabana–a dramatic overhanging cliffside platform–or The Pavilion, any of the restaurants, or poolside – all fabulous settings for saying ‘I Do’, whether in a grand celebration or an intimate affair.
For an added touch of privacy and exclusivity, celebrate this special occasion in one of the resort’s luxurious Three-Bedroom Cliffside Pool Villas. Covering an expansive 2000-3000 sqm of indoor and outdoor space extending to the cliff edge, the villas are ideal for intimate wedding celebrations. Exchange vows in the villa’s own private cabana, and celebrate in style with family and friends by your private pool out on the lawn. Then indulge a few days longer in the villa’s lavish space and serenity with an extended stay for the bride and groom and up to four other guests of the wedding party, with your own personal butler on hand to cater to your every whim.
Every couple wants to mark their wedding day in a unique and personal way. Allow the resort’s wedding and events planner to tailor the wedding of your dreams right down to the very last detail. Besides the perfect venue, tailored packages can include your choice of wedding blessing, bride’s hair and make-up, flowers and decorations, wedding cake, music, wedding programmes and welcome drinks for guests on arrival. Last but not least, one of the highlights of any memorable wedding is a wonderful dining experience. Alila Villas Uluwatu’s culinary team are only too happy to personalise a menu according to your taste, whether sit-down, authentic Indonesian or contemporary Western, or cocktails and canapés.
Indulge too in the relaxing pleasures of the resort such as couple’s spa treatments, evenings relaxing before glorious sunset views, and Alila Villas Uluwatu has all the makings of an unforgettably romantic experience, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Visit Alila Villas Uluwatu for more information.
