It's official, gatherings and events are back on (with some conditions in place). So, wedding season can finally begin. After waiting well over a year, it’s time to celebrate your love. Exotic locales, magical settings, professionals at your service... If you’re still on the fence, here are five compelling reasons to choose Marrakech for your big day. Photo: Jacalyn Beales
It's official, gatherings and events are back on (with some conditions in place). So, wedding season can finally begin. After waiting well over a year, it’s time to celebrate your love. Exotic locales, magical settings, professionals at your service... If you’re still on the fence, here are five compelling reasons to choose Marrakech for your big day. Photo: Jacalyn Beales
A sunny, accessible destination
One major wedding-planning stressor is the weather! Every couple dreams of a sunny day to enjoy outdoor celebrations. In Marrakech, you can put those worries aside. On average, the city enjoys 8 hours of sunshine per day, with afternoon temperatures averaging 29°C in spring and autumn—all just a short flight away from Europe. Plus, airlines are currently rescheduling flights to this destination at very affordable prices.
No matter your background, culture, or budget... whether you dream of glitz and champagne or a simple ceremony, Marrakech is filled with beautiful, serene spots to suit any budget. It's up to you whether to host the best day of your life in a riad in the medina, a 5-star palace, a luxury villa in the palm grove, a charming hotel facing the Atlas Mountains, or right in the middle of the Agafay desert. Dreaming is allowed.
With warm colors, twinkling lanterns and candles, beds of flowers, and a mysterious, dimly-lit atmosphere, the magic of the Orient is sure to wow your guests. And for the evening's entertainment, why not hire belly dancers, fire breathers, or a fireworks professional? The surprise factor is guaranteed.
If you're bringing your loved ones all the way to Morocco, make it worth their while. Explore the medina and Majorelle Garden, take a carriage or hot-air balloon ride, or go horseback or camel riding... There are plenty of activities to keep your guests entertained. And surprise them with the diversity and beauty of the city's landscapes and surrounding areas. From desert to palm oasis, dunes, mountains, and opulent palaces, your 'welcome guests' evening or 'next-day brunch' promises to be extraordinary.
It's not easy to plan such an event from afar. But Marrakech has become a favored wedding destination thanks to its many vendors and wedding planners. So, take the stress off; there's something for every budget and taste. Some venues even have their own dedicated wedding teams, like La Bohème Marrakech with wedding planner Axel Hammouche, who organizes tailor-made weddings in the Agafay desert, luxurious hotels, or opulent villas of the ochre city. With 20 years of experience undaunted, he goes the extra mile to delight the happy couple. A passionate professional who brings your wildest dreams to life!
Dreaming of a lavish wedding or a bohemian union in the heart of the Agafay desert? Want to exchange your vows in front of a huge floral arrangement, or kick off the dancing under a ceiling of a thousand lanterns? Anything is possible!
Mahi Binebine's exhibition "Silent Elevations" has been extended until May 20 at the Mandarin Oriental. This event is a must-see for lovers of contemporary Moroccan art and those who want to explore a unique blend of sculpture and painting.
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