YOUR

INTIMATE

Bali

Beach Wedding

If you believe in the power of commitment and the strength and joy that only true love brings, if you cherish the moment and the small details that reveal all, if you live to share experiences with those you care for that are deep, rich and fulfilling, if you want to make every day count as if it were your very last,

then a Botanica Wedding was made for you. We will give you a day like no other, the singular expression that will last forever of how great and grand the rest of your life can be.

Janet & Ralph Hogan Botanica Weddings

CONGRATULATIONS

you’ve discovered Bali's best kept secret wedding venue: the spectacular Taman Bhagawan. Swaying palms, the warm tropical sea breeze, your very own stretch of white sandy beach, twinkling fairy lights in century old frangipanis, sweeping lawns and gardens with all your family and friends having the experience of a lifetime in incredible, exotic Bali. Who would have thought your Bali beach wedding could have turned out so absolutely perfect? But what really lifts this wedding experience way beyond any other on the island of the Gods is that it’s brought to you by none other than Botanica Weddings, the same people who created Australia’s most exquisite, multi-award winning destination wedding venue, Villa Botanica in the Whitsundays. There is no better wedding organiser here or in Australia.

From our very first contact Botanica Weddings truly and without doubt, delivered everything we could have imagined and an astonishing deal more. Cassie & Rowen

5 reasons why 80% of Bali brides

who contact Botanica Weddings go on to book with us.

1. Incredible value for money: Whatever your budget, you won’t find better value for money anywhere. And because we include everything we regard as essential and quote it for you right up front, you don't have to worry about costs blowing out.

2. Stress-free planning: Everyone knows the often daunting problems associated with

having

your wedding overseas in a country where most of your suppliers don’t speak English. This is where the luxury of Botanica Weddings’ legendary service becomes a real god send. Through us you have the double reassurance of a wedding team in Australia overseeing all your

2.

planning, in tandem with another Australian team on the ground in Bali, totally focussed on ensuring that your big day runs like clockwork.

3. Magical venues which capture everything that’s wonderful about Bali all in the one location. We only hold weddings at places where we know you will be swept away by the beauty and care that’s gone into making these venues truly extraordinary.

4. Easy payments: we quote everything in Australian dollars, and you pay for everything in Australia. There's no GST, no extra taxes, no expensive overseas money transfers, no worrying about currency fluctuations, just easy fixed monthly payments that you set and forget. Botanica Weddings is Australia’s most respected and awarded destination 1. 5. Experience: wedding organisation, specialising in well priced but uncompromisingly perfect weddings. Because we host hundreds of destination weddings every year, you can relax knowing your most important day is in very safe hands.

A BREATHTAKING VENUE THAT’S ALSO AFFORDABLE If you do a little research, you’ll soon understand why we say that this venue is unique in Bali. Over the past 3 years, we’ve searched countless villas and every major beach resort but like Cinderella’s slipper, none of them fitted the particular vision we had of a spectacular venue - that was also very affordable. Finally, we uncovered this gem, Taman Bhagawan. The name may be hard to pronounce (Tah-mahn Bug-a-whan) but the meaning is enchanting: "blessed garden". And the fact that this 1.8 ha park like estate comes with a white sand beach makes it a rare find in anyone’s language. Add to that priceless architectural structures from Bali’s colourful past: intricately carved open sided pavilions; massive water features; awe inspiring stone carved facades and century old frangipani trees and you'll have some idea why we believe every other beach side venue in Bali comes in second best.

The Perfect Location

Your Intimate Bali Beach Wedding is situated just a 5 minute drive from Nusa Dua, Bali’s world renowned tourist hub. Here you’ll find a full range of accommodation from ultra-affordable 3 star hotels right up to some of the very best resorts in the world, all just a very easy 20 minute drive from Bali’s ultra-modern international airport. The other reason many brides familiar with Bali choose to get married here on the island’s southern peninsula is the drier climate so less chance of raining on your parade, plus gentle sea breezes that keep guests cool even on the hottest days.

WELCOME TO NUSA DUA Nusa Dua is the perfect introduction for anyone on their first visit to Bali. After Kuta, this is probably Bali’s most popular tourist area. There are two precincts: Tanjung Benoa, where the venue is located. Here there are lots of water activities like parasailing, jetskis, banana boats, glass bottom boats, snorkling trips, mangrove tour, scuba diving, sea walking, fishing and trips out to the popular nearby island: Nusa Penida. About 10 minutes drive away is Nusa Dua, home to some of the best, most famous resorts in the world. With all the facilities on offer: day spas your bridal party will never want to leave, incredible aquatic playgrounds for the kids, many of Bali’s finest eateries; every water sport imaginable, it’s little wonder so many of our brides turn their wedding day into a wedding week!

The day of your dreams At Botanica Weddings we don’t just craft your wedding day as a magical journey; filled with new, unforgettable experiences and special moments, we make sure that you are so relaxed and happy, you actually get to enjoy them.

On your arrival Your Botanica Weddings coordinator will greet you and your bridal party then show you to your private Hair and Makeup Salon. Here our expert team of professional hair and makeup artists will take you in hand and begin your transformation. (Hair and makeup is included for the bride and available on request for the rest of your bridal party.)

Flowers and showers We include your bridal bouquet, groom’s buttonhole, and at the end of the ceremony, a rose petal shower, all beautifully presented by our master team of florists.

An awesome welcome While you are relaxing with your bridal party, your family and friends are making their entrance through the amazing carved ceremonial portal of Seaside Pavilions. From here they are ushered to the very romantic seaside ceremony pavilion, its white voile drapes billowing in the breeze, the glistening sea and fishing craft in the distance. Stretching out before them is a 150 metre expanse of white sand beach washed by the tropical blue waters of Tanjung Benoa. Weaving amongst them with trays of chilled coconut and lime juice are our beaming, traditionally dressed Balinese wait staff making sure everyone is really enjoying themselves.

Onsite childcare We are happy to organise professional child carers as an additional service. The Balinese simply idolise kids and they’ll take care of your younger guests from the moment they arrive, leaving their parents free to relax, knowing that their little ones are being very caringly and safely looked after, in their own dedicated childcare room.

A FAIRYTALE CEREMONY It’s everything you dreamed of. All your family and friends assembled in a romantic setting by the sea, soft background music wafting on the breeze and your husband soon-to-be waiting for you at the end of the fresh rose petal aisle, in front of the beautifully draped ceremonial pavilion. Prepare yourself for an experience that will soon be forever etched in your memory.

Commitment ceremony or legal wedding, let us take care of it all With Botanica Weddings, all the options are available to you. We can provide everything from a simple commitment ceremony with a Western celebrant to a legal wedding complete with religious minister, celebrant, civil registrar, chaperoned embassy visit and all the paperwork: ceremony text, marriage and legal certificates, all document translation and processing done for you, so all that's left for you to do is sign your name.

POST CEREMONY CELEBRATION Anticipation gives way to celebration when some 30 minutes later you hear yourselves pronounced “husband and wife”. The bar is open and it's time to relax and reconnect with family and friends as you have group photos on the lawn.

SPECTACULAR PHOTO LOCATIONS

Taman Bhagawan is the creation of the same master landscaper responsible for the magnificent tree-lined boulevards of Nusa Dua. His vision was to create a unique

location

that

brought

together Bali’s most iconic architectural

styles

and

botanical

features. The venue offers endless stunning

settings

for

your

post-ceremony photo tour: white sand beachfront, the massive Rama Shinta entrance – a dramatic Balinese backdrop inspired by the legendary epic of Hinduism, the Ramayana; the Ceremony Pavilion; the Garden Lawn and Fountains; plus countless different features

and

backdrops

intimate close up shots.

for

A magical reception You make your way to the enchanting beach side garden where all your guests are seated, cameras at the ready. This intimate area surrounded by coconut palms, dotted with lanterns and overlooking the waterfront is perfect for groups from 4 up to 30.

Dining set up For your Intimate Wedding under the stars we recommend one long rectangular table set up. Your package includes linen table cloths and napkins, fine dining cutlery, crockery and glassware, tiffany chairs, floral centrepieces, place tags and printed menus.

Gourmet Cuisine Taman Bhagawan's in-house chef and his team take great pride in creating fine Western dishes with an exotic twist. Your package includes a 4 course gourmet alternate drop menu, with vegetarian options also available. SAMPLE MENU Tuna Carpaccio Tuna sashimi with lemon zested olive oil, olives and rocket capers. Black Pepper Beef Seared Australian tenderloin with black pepper, baby potatoes and asparagus Crème Brûlée Scented with coconut and served with toffee ice cream Selection of fine coffees and teas

Free flow bar As the drinks come out, the party begins. We provide 4 hour free flow bar service comprising local beers and wines plus juices and soft drink. Should you or your guests wish to purchase more, full bar service is on hand.

A dedicated Functions Manager Your Botanica Weddings Functions Manager and support crew stay on hand for the full duration of your wedding right up to the end of your reception, to ensure everything flows smoothly and nothing is overlooked. Post reception services include coordinating speeches, (lectern, mike and lighting will be there for you on the night), the cutting of the wedding cake, bridal waltz, dancing and bouquet and garter toss.

The icing on the cake We know how difficult it can be trying to organise your wedding cake from a distance so we include a 2 tier cake for you. Choose from over 40 designs created by our master cake maker, a real artist when it comes to creating something that will taste as amazing as it looks.

Dance the night away Dance the night away under the stars while your DJ plays your favourite songs. Your package includes state of the art sound system, dance floor and DJ.

Farewell Lantern Ceremony

Photo by Blumenthal Photography

The Farewell Lantern ceremony is a simple but moving ceremony where you and your partner symbolically let go of the past and watch a new life take off before your eyes. Based on the traditional Thai Lantern, this most romantic of rituals is the perfect end to a reception that will feel more like a dream than a reality.

I still think of our special day all the time and just smile. What an experience and incredible memory to have in life!

Kate & Hayden

Summary of Inclusions Pre Wedding Botanica Weddings support team to oversee the planning over the many months leading up to your wedding + $450 towards your ceremony, be it with a celebrant only or full legal wedding.

Wedding Day Botanica Weddings team to oversee the entire wedding day. + Use of dedicated styling room for bridal party hair and make up. + Hair & make up styling for bride + Welcome drink for your guests

Summary of Inclusions Ceremony Bridal bouquet and matching groom’s buttonhole & fresh flower petal shower. + Sound system and wireless microphones. + Hand carved timber beachfront pavillion plus altar. + Full ceremony styling, incl. tiffany chairs, pavilion draping, rose petal aisle extending to altar, altar flowers and 2 standing arrangements. + Use of extensive venue grounds for bridal party photography.

Summary of Inclusions Reception Paon Restaurant beachfront courtyard or restaurant interior as Reception Venue on a non-exclusive basis for your reception dinner. + Tables set with white linen, napkins and ribbon napkin ring, dinnerware, cutlery, glassware, tea lights, floral centrepieces, place cards and printed menus. Tiffany chairs. + Garden lighting including hanging lanterns. + Four course gourmet alternate drop menu. + 4 hr free flow bar: local beer and wine, soft drinks, juice and infused water. + Lectern and microphone for speeches. + Two tier wedding cake. + Professional DJ, sound system, dance floor plus electricity up to 2000 watts. + Farewell lantern ceremony.

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NB All rates are quoted in $AUD