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Indian Wedding | Kshamank & Shivi | Aayush Resort

Destination weddings are the new big trend to happen to Indian weddings. Well, what’s better than a wedding and a vacation together with all your friends and family spent soaking in the sun, and relaxing by the pool as you dance and eat and chill with your people? And the good news is - all this doesn’t necessarily has to break your bank accounts! Having a destination wedding miles away from home means you're in for a much more intimate ceremony and can basically enjoy a two-for-one wedding and honeymoon. But planning such an event is no easy feat. Before jetting off to a foreign land to marry your love, there are some important details to consider. We sat down with planner who knows a thing or two about throwing a fantastic wedding. When should I have my destination wedding? This depends on your schedules and availability but seasonal changes make a major impact. If you want to take advantage of the local environment with outdoor festivities, check the average rainfall by month and ensure that you're not positioning your event right in the middle of hurricane or monsoon season. Be aware of fluctuations in tourism; high season translates to expensive booking rates and congested sights but low season can mean empty streets and closed hotspots. Visit in Advance Ideally, you’ll see your venue once before booking and again three to four months before the wedding to finalize details. If a second trip isn't possible, arrive at least five days early to make those decisions and have hair and makeup trials. Meet Vendors Prior to your first site visit, set up meetings with the better-known florists and rental companies in your destination. Arons suggests asking your venue for referrals; you might uncover local talent you didn’t know about—and some savings to boot. If you're bringing specialists from home, expect to cover their travel and lodging costs. Arons notes a clean, safe hotel within 30 minutes of your venue is a must. Negotiate these expenses up front so things don’t get out of control. Q: What should I wear to an Indian wedding ceremony? A: Brighter is better. Don't be afraid to wear a bold color—that will help you fit in with the Indian guests who'll be dressed in vibrant colors and eye-catching jewelry. If you don't have a traditional sari or lengha, don't worry—a jewel-tone dress with a shawl is appropriate too. Is it true that Indian weddings last for several days? What will I be expected to attend? A: A traditional Indian wedding lasts an average of three days. On the first night, a priest will often perform the ganesh pooja, a ceremony that usually happens at home with only the couple, the bridal party and close relatives in attendance. The second day begins with a mehndi ceremony. For this, the bride and her female friends and family members will have intricate henna patterns drawn on their hands and feet. That evening, the sangeet takes place. Every wedding guest is usually invited, and it involves an introduction of the couple's families, mingling, a meal and dances or other performances. On the third day, the main ceremony, cocktail hour and reception take place. You may be invited to the last day of the events, or to any part of the three-day celebration. Your invitation should clearly state what you're being asked to attend. Q: What can I expect to see at an Indian wedding ceremony? A: One of the first things that might surprise Western guests is the baraat, or groom's procession. For this, the groom arrives to the ceremony on a decorated white horse. Guests dance around him to the beat of a dhol, an Indian drum. After that, the bride and her family greet the groom, and the couple exchanges floral garlands to wear around their necks to symbolize their acceptance of each other. For the ceremony, the priest, groom, bride and bride's parents sit beneath a mandap, a canopy similar to a Jewish chuppah. The ceremony starts off with the kanya daan, in which the bride's parents give her away. Then the couple joins hands and circles around a small, enclosed fire (the agni) in a ritual called the mangal phera. Then the couple will take the saptapadi, or seven steps, as they vow to support each other and live happily together. Finally, the groom will apply a red powder to the center of the bride's forehead and tie a black beaded necklace around her neck, symbolizing she's now a married woman. Q: What will the reception be like? A: It's a fun party! If you don't know bhangra, a Punjab folk dance, expect to pick up the moves fairly easily. But don't worry if you're not comfortable learning new dances—you'll most likely hear contemporary Western music at the reception too. Q: I'm kind of picky when it comes to food. Will there be anything for me to eat at an Indian wedding reception? A: Two of the most common misconceptions about Indian food are that it's all spicy and it's all vegetarian. In reality, it depends on which state the couple's families are from.