We are back with our much-loved ‘Diary Of A Real Bride’ blog series, where engaged women share honest musings about their wedding planning journey with our readers, penning down the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Today, we are excited to introduce you to Dania, a bride-to-be based in Dubai but originally from Manchester, UK. She is engaged to the love of her life, Reece, from London. In this post, Dania shares her proposal…
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The RSVP Symposium, the ultimate global networking event for luxury weddings and parties, is set to take place in Venice from November 7th to 9th, 2023. Since its inception in 2018, this Symposium has become the go-to event for event professionals from all over the world, attracting attendees from over 30 different countries.   The three-day event offers a unique opportunity to network with international peers and attend inspired speaker sessions. The Symposium will be…
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Summer weddings are beautiful, but they can also be hot and uncomfortable, especially if you have booked a summer wedding in the UAE. We always recommend couples not plan outdoor weddings in the UAE during the summer months, but quite often, destination wedding couples seem to want to brave the soaring temperatures. Whether you are planning a summer wedding abroad or have been crazy enough to book an outdoor summer wedding in the UAE, it’s…
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If you follow us on social media, you may have seen the recent announcement that our founder, Rhiannon Downie-Hurst, will be renewing her vows in celebration of her and her husband’s 10-year wedding anniversary. The special day will take place on a gondola in Venice later this year in November and will be documented on Instagram, with the aim to inspire those who are considering renewing their vows too. Renewing your vows can be a…
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Planning a wedding can be an overwhelming and time-consuming task, especially if you are an expat living in a country far away from your family, or a destination bride, planning a wedding from afar. From selecting a venue and choosing vendors, to managing guest lists and timelines, there are countless details that need to be taken care of to ensure that your big day runs smoothly. This is where a wedding planner can be a…
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One of the most diverse and naturally beautiful destinations in the region, Ras Al Khaimah offers an alluring array of romantic experiences that is sure to have couples and newly-weds in high spirits and toasting to a happy future together. More recently, Ras Al Khaimah played host to the Exotic wedding planning conference of which team Bride Club ME were official media partners, experiencing first hand, the first class hospitality the Emirate has to offer….
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The 9th Annual DWP Congress successfully concluded this week in Doha, and it redefined the rules for USD 350 billion luxury wedding industry. This year’s Congress which was held in partnership with Visit Qatar, and Qatar Airways along with Regional and International Partners, focused on establishing new trends, the importance of collaborations within the industry, how to elevate the overall experience, and much more, in an attempt to take this industry one step ahead and…
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The countdown is on for the 9th Annual edition of the Destination Wedding Planning Congress (DWP) 2023, and Bride Club ME is delighted to announce ourselves as an official media partner, representing the UAE. After hosting the FIFA World Cup 2022, Qatar has earned a spot as one of the most opulent destinations in the globe, attracting people from the far East to the West. Now the magic has spread among couples who are sourcing…
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With only two days to go, Ras Al Khaimah is set to host the 11th Edition of the Exotic Wedding Planning Conference (EWPC), at Al Hamra Conference Centre from 1 – 3 March 2023. The largest wedding planning conference in the world, the event is set to welcome over 250 world-class wedding and event planners from more than 80 countries around the world. Providing the perfect platform for wedding industry professionals, the three-day event is…
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Hats off to the Family Courts and Legislators in UAE who have come a long way in ensuring that the Expatriate community (of which there are approximately 9 million in the UAE), feel assured that their morals and rights are upheld.  During the years, steps have been taken to simplify processes such as marriage for Expats.  Following the implementation of Divorce Law No. 14 (of 2021) in Abu Dhabi allowing for Civil marriages to take…
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