Bula and a warm Welcome:
The
Vatulele Wedding service is usually held on the beach
at sunset, in a 'church' with doors and windows created
from plaited coconut leaves and flowers. Traditionally
dressed Fijian warriors accompany the bride on a barge
trip across the lagoon, and children toss flower petals
in the sand as she is carried ashore to take her vows.
The ceremony is accompanied by the mellow voices of
a village choir raised in sublime harmony.
Wedding
ceremonies at Vatulele are not merely 'show business'
however. The vows are solemnised by a Fijian minister,
and because of their popularity, we limit them to
three a month. All guests are often invited to participate in your champagne toast, the traditional Kava ceremony, a native feast, and later enjoy the villagers' genuine ceremonial dances – For all concerned, a Vatulele wedding is a fantasy of a lifetime come true.
Upon
arrival at the resort, couples discuss the service
in detail with the island management. Any special
requests may be made at this time. A minimum of 6
nights required.
Flowers
including a wedding bouquet are provided depending
upon what is currently in season in Fiji. Requests
for professional bouquets and decorations must be
made with the island management upon arrival.
Because
Vatulele is a remote location, most couples elect
to have a staff member and/or other guests take the
photographs using their own equipment.
The
actual wedding itself is held on the beach of the
resort prior to sunset. Floral archways are constructed
from island flowers and palm leaves, and an alter
is positioned in front of these. Fellow guests of
the resort attend the wedding ceremony and the subsequent
wedding banquet held that evening.
The Fijian minister resides on the island and is a
Methodist. The service performed is that of the Uniting
Church. Please note that Catholic or alternative services
are not available.
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