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3 Tips for a Beach Wedding at a Bali Wedding Venue

By Redaksi ASEAN50 3 min read
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Every couple planning a wedding has a dream celebration in mind, perhaps at a Bali villa wedding venue. Once the engagement is settled, the picture of the wedding they want begins to shape how the day will unfold. A dream wedding does not have to cost hundreds of millions to billions of rupiah, or take place in a palace-sized hall with tens of thousands of invitations.

There is nothing wrong with a celebration like that. Until now, wedding receptions have almost always been held in halls or ballrooms, which certainly come with a hefty price tag.

Tens of millions of rupiah can go toward venue rental alone. And when the wedding falls during peak wedding season, rental fees can climb sharply. These days, weddings are no longer confined to indoor spaces. Plenty of couples are drawn to outdoor celebrations.

There are many options to consider for an outdoor wedding, and one of them is a beach wedding venue in Bali. The soft sand, gentle breeze, rolling waves and warm sunset create a special, intimate atmosphere for the celebration. It is true that not many people readily choose the beach as the venue for their party.

The reasons are usually discomfort, heat, or simply too much hassle. Those concerns are not entirely unfounded. Still, quite a few people want to hold their wedding with an ocean view.

  • Choose the Right Season

An outdoor wedding at a Bali wedding venue depends heavily on the season, and a beach celebration is no different. Make sure the party is not held during the rainy season. Nothing is less pleasant than a reception interrupted by rain, right? The dry season, on the other hand, is synonymous with the most intense sunshine, which can leave guests feeling hot and sweaty. To work around this, there is nothing wrong with holding the party at sunset. The orange light that slowly fades over the western horizon creates an elegant and romantic atmosphere.

  • Wear a Comfortable Gown

Who says the bride must wear a long gown trailing for meters? If you plan to hold a beach wedding at a Bali wedding venue, you will need a comfortable dress.

You can choose a knee-length gown or a long gown that does not sweep the floor. Compared with a gown with a long train, which would collect a lot of sand, this feels far more comfortable.

Footwear also deserves thought. High heels are an option, but they would feel uncomfortable when walking on sand. Flat shoes or low heels are certainly a good choice.

  • Choose the Right Menu

Food is one of the most important elements of any event, including a wedding reception. Serving fresh dishes that suit the beach setting will certainly create a sense of comfort.

Beyond that, choosing a caterer is also worth considering. A caterer located near the beach can offer a real bonus of its own, especially if it comes directly from the Bali wedding venue where you are renting the space.

Read also: Beyond the Beaches: What Else Is There to Do in Bali?