AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION RECOMMENDS CORSICA

by Sabinee | Aug 8, 2019 | destination weddings, social events, vacation, wedding planning, weddings

AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION RECOMMENDS CORSICA

Food & Wine

Corsica is able to produce and deliver its own food and cuisine. From black-pig to boar, veal to fishes; From yummy and seasonal vegetables to succulent fruits and fresh milk; From local cheese (goats, cows) to local charcuterie; From wine to sparkling wine.. And be sure that locals will take time to share with you their heritage on their cuisine.

Hospitality

When it comes to picturesque settings, it’s hard to get the better of Italy. Incredible lakeside villas, secluded castles and panoramic chapels are scattered throughout the region providing ideal venues for breathtaking and stylish Italian weddings.

Weather

Corsica is very hot in summer, mild in spring and autumn and rude during winter. Best period to plan a destination wedding in Corsica: from April to November.

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SABINE BAHRY LEMBO, WEDDING PLANNER | OWNER OF AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

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DISCOVER CORSICA. OUR NEW LOCATION UNVEILED

by Sabinee | Jul 25, 2019 | Actuality, destination weddings, social events, vacation, wedding planning, weddings

DISCOVER CORSICA. OUR NEW LOCATION UNVEILED

We have been planning to do a blog post about Corsica awhile ago. We went there a few months ago and we came back with some stunning photography. The location is perfect for discreet weddings, intimate parties and island anniversaries.

Discover the area thanks some of our curated captions below.

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ORGANIZING YOUR SOUTH OF FRANCE WEDDING – WITH SABINE FROM AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

by Sabinee | May 6, 2019 | destination weddings, event planning, social events, wedding planning, weddings

ORGANIZING YOUR SOUTH OF FRANCE WEDDING - WITH SABINE FROM AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

Getting married is likely to be one of, if not the, biggest days of your life. From the moment, you accept the proposal, your mind will probably whirl into action and, after deciding on when you are going to tie the knot, the next big question is likely to be where… We chatted with Sabine, the owner of Avalon Events Organisation who is based in the South of France to get the down low on organizing your wedding in the beautiful South of France.

Sabine has nurtured her business over the years, and she is truly passionate about it. She is renowned for working with a reliable team, fluidity and the smooth coordination throughout. Sabine is here to bring your wedding weekend to life, and will be your best friend and confident throughout. Sabine brought together her team of treasured and top suppliers, to produce these stunning shootings and sightseeing, at different locations in the South Of France area.

When deciding upon a destination wedding, having a well connected, on-site event’s planner at your disposal is essential, with easy access to reputable suppliers, and knowledge of the language. Based in the South of France, Sabine Bahry Lembo, brings together an enviable agenda of contacts and a highly qualified team of suppliers, which provide you with just the peace of mind you need to ensure a smooth running and successful destination wedding weekend. Teamwork is essential, and only a good event’s planner can assure this on the day.

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SABINE BAHRY LEMBO, WEDDING PLANNER | OWNER OF AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

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Behind the Scenes of a Wedding Planner

by Sabinee | Apr 18, 2019 | Actuality, destination weddings, event planning, social events, wedding planning, weddings

behind the scenes of a wedding planner

Ever wonder what it would be like to have the glamorous life of a wedding planner and helping cute couples tie the knot?

Well, we have the inside scoop.

1. IT IS NOT LIKE YOU SEE IT IN THE MOVIES

You may have watched movies like the “Wedding Planner”, “27 Dresses”, or even “Revenge of the Bridesmaids”, which makes wedding planning seem a lot more glamorous and exciting than it actually is.

You have to think of wedding planning as a business. In today’s age, you need to market your company and be on top of your social media game in order to get customers and keep up your reputation.

There is a lot of work involved and most of it is contacting different vendors and assisting with contracts and Banquet Event Orders. While you do get to see many different venues, you will learn to hate driving far distances as part of your work. Also, I hate to break it to you but you will most likely not be at the cake tasting with your clients. You will direct them where to go, set up the appointment, and then they will report to you later on which cake they chose.

2. CONNECTIONS ARE NEEDED

Just like any business, your success relies on your connections. In the wedding planning world, everyone begins to know everyone in the industry. You have to be familiar with all of the different locations in your area, wineries, caterers, bakers, florists, DJs, and tent rental companies in the area.

Over time, you will get to know the work method of all these different places and attend a lot of open houses and bridal shows. Bridal show season will make you very busy, especially on weekends.

So connections are essential in this business. You have to know managers, you have to know different people at the city hall, you hav eto get different permits so wedding planning involvs a lot of logistics 🙂 sorry 🙂

3. WEDDING PLANNING IS NOT FOR EVERYONE

Let’s be honest here: wedding planning business s not for everyone. Not every old stay-at-home-mom can do this job.

First of all, you need to be a planner. If you’re not an organized person, you will never be able to put together a whole wedding, never mind juggling 4 or 5 weddings at once. Your job is to make sure your clients are on the right timeline in wedding planning and keep track of all the details for them. In addition, your company will not be just wedding planning but corporate events, too. You need to have a strong, take-charge personality in this business because you’re going to have to be the go-to person who organizes the bridal party, wedding rehearsal, setup, and clean-up on the wedding day. Lastly, you need to be able to give advice to your couples, which brings me to my next point.

4. YOU WEAR MANY HATS

This business require wearing many different hats. The biggest thing we learned during the many years we have done this is we often have to play couples counselor. Many times, wedding planning brings up arguments between couples and as the wedding planner, you have to help them compromise. You have to be the mediator with mothers trying to take charge, divorced parents not agreeing to sit near each other, and bridesmaids being difficult. Your job is to stand up for the bride and groom since it is their day.

At the end of the night, your job still isn’t done as you have to make sure the clients tip and the venue is properly cleaned up before you leave.

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SABINE BAHRY LEMBO, WEDDING PLANNER | OWNER OF AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

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WHY CASTLES MAKE THE MOST INCREDIBLE VENUES

by Sabinee | Apr 1, 2019 | destination weddings, event planning, social events, vacation, wedding planning, weddings

WHY CASTLES MAKE THE MOST INCREDIBLE VENUES

So let’s all agree to this fact: you don’t need to be a history fan to appreciate old buildings, I mean who doesn’t love castles?

We personally think that castles make for the most perfect wedding venue and we are going to look into just why these structures could be the most incredible location in which to say I do!

THE HISTORY

Castles have a rich past of historical figures, documented events and treasured antiques that make them a fascinating yet beautiful setting to hold a wedding. A castle wedding will be the talk of your guests for years to come, not to mention a destination wedding to a beautiful histpric place abroad.

INCREDIBLE LANDSCAPE

We do love all of our brides who decide on a castle theme wedding. It makes it so easier to decorate, so easy to manage the whole event in one amazing/incredible/jaw-drapping grounds.

A castle can make the perfect backdrop to reception drinks, stunning wedding photography portraits, fun and games or simply kicking back in the evening and soaking up the atmosphere.

EXTENSIVE ACCOMMODATION

Castles do offer more than just a wedding or a special event place, which means more choice, more flexibility and more potential to really make your stamp on your wedding. No two castle weddings are the same thanks to their numerous ceremony and reception locations.

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Destination Wedding Details: The Ultimate Destination Wedding Packing List

by Sabinee | Mar 21, 2019 | destination weddings, event planning, wedding planning, weddings

DESTINATION WEDDING DETAILS: THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION WEDDING PACKING LIST

So you decided to travel to another country, get married there, get all of your guests there?
Good, you made the best decision ever. But do you also know that packing for a wedding destination is not exactly like packing for your vacation?

We have got you covered. We have planned and organized so many destination weddings – more than we can count and we always make sure to tell the couple what to bring with them for this major event.

And we thought to share this with you in case you don’t work with a wedding planner.

Destination Wedding Packing List: Most Important Items

Passports
Wedding Rings
Wedding Dress/Gown
Veil
Wedding tux/suit
Wedding Day Shoes
Visas (where necessary)
Copies of your birth certificates
Plane tickets/itinerary/boarding passes
Credit card/travelers checks/cash

*All of the above should be packed in your carry on luggage

Destination Wedding Packing List: Pre-Wedding Week

Strapless Swimwear (to avoid tan lines on your wedding day)
Welcome bag items (if you decide on this of course)

Destination Wedding Packing List: Wedding Day Essentials

Wedding night lingerie/undergarments
Guest Favors
Wedding day Jewelry (earrings, bracelet, necklace)
Something old, new, borrowed, blue
If you’re bringing your own silk/Real Touch bouquet, don’t forget to pack it
Smartphone loaded with music for your reception
Your Vows
Change of shoes/slippers for dancing at the reception
Garter
Tiara or hair clip
Cake topper
Programs
Menu
Seating/place cards/Table Numbers (if you’re bringing your own)
Aisle runner
Guestbook
Traditional Ceremony celebration items (i.e. Unity candle or sand ceremony supplies)
Ring bearer accessories (i.e. Pillow)
Decorations
One of your invitations for the photography

Destination Wedding Packing List: Important Paperwork

Copies of all vendor/Resort/Venue contracts
List of all vendor contact info
Proof of down payments you’ve made to vendors
Receipts for favors/welcome bags (to show when crossing Borders & Customs)
Photocopies of any vaccination document/prescriptions/health insurance cards
Trip insurance
Your wedding planning binder with all the details you’ve already arranged, printouts of all email communications with vendors, contracts, etc
Phone number of the closest US embassy
Marriage certificate if you had your legal ceremony at home and will be having a religious ceremony abroad (they will sometimes require proof that you are legally married)

This is our main checking list for every couple who decides on a destination wedding, so hopefully you find it helpful!
There are of course many other items and other categories that we did not cover mainly because those are relative to any couple, it depends on your destination etc.

But do let us know if we missed some items:) or what would you add to this list.
Have the best wedding, dear friends!

Each of these places is exceptional and has its particular charm. Whichever you chose you can be sure that this journey will be unforgettable.

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SABINE BAHRY LEMBO, WEDDING PLANNER | OWNER OF AVALON EVENTS ORGANISATION

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