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A Pear Orchard Wedding | Paracombe Premium Perry

by kisspackage | Apr 22, 2024 | Destination Weddings, elopement & micro wedding advice, Gallery, Micro Weddings, Real Weddings, Uncategorized, wedding blog, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Locations

Colin & Tim

Paracombe Premium Perry

Two grooms standing together among autumn trees

Adelaide Elopement & Micro Wedding Packages

Tim and Colin’s wedding at Paracombe Premium Perry

Set against the picturesque backdrop of vineyards and the pear orchard, their ceremony took place in an open grass area below the dam, offering panoramic views of natural beauty. One moment that will remain in my memory is when their daughter made her grand entrance, a surprise that left everyone in awe. Instead of the traditional procession, Tim and Colin appeared separately, each walking atop the dam wall before meeting in the middle, creating an image reminiscent of a wedding cake topper. As they walked hand in hand toward Penelope, their celebrant, for a heartfelt and emotional ceremony, the love and happiness radiating from them was truly palpable.

Two grooms and a celebrant beneath an outdoor wedding arbour

Testimony:

“Coming across Glenn’s website and viewing his gallery of predominantly nature settings, we knew he was the right person for our pear orchard wedding. Glenn was very accommodating and extremely easy to plan and deal with. Throughout the process, we had no concerns or worries about the photography aspect of our special day”

Two grooms walking down a grassy hillside

“Glenn arrived, and rapidly cast his experience and professional eye over the venue, whilst creating an ease and warm comfortability between us. He felt more than a photographer, he felt like a good friend we had known for years, as he kept us at ease and laughing throughout, even our teenager”

Wedding guests gathered around a bird on a barrel in black and white

“He sent a few samples to us within 24 hours, of which the fantastic quality, composition, lighting, colours and clarity left us eagerly awaiting the final photos in the weeks to come. We wholeheartedly recommend Glenn” – Colin & Tim.

Wedding rings hanging from a thin tree branch

Guests gathered for an outdoor wedding ceremony in evening light

It was a privilege to witness and capture such a unique and beautiful moment of love and commitment. Tim and Colin’s wedding at Paracombe Premium Perry was an absolute joy to capture.

Two grooms smiling and holding hands during their ceremony

A groom smiling during his vows in black and white

Seated wedding guests in black and white

Two grooms smiling together in the evening sunlight

Two grooms holding hands during their vows in black and white

A groom and guests gathered beside a barrel outdoors

A groom standing on a path beneath autumn trees

A pair of wedding rings resting in open hands

Two grooms walking together through sunlit trees

Three people standing together beneath autumn trees

Two grooms exchanging vows beneath a draped arbour

Close-up of hands during a wedding ring exchange

Two grooms standing beneath autumn leaves

Two grooms together beneath autumn leaves

Two grooms holding hands beneath a floral arbour

Wedding guests watching a bird perched on a barrel in black and white

Two grooms smiling at each other outdoors

Guests watching two grooms beneath an outdoor wedding arbour

Two grooms and a celebrant beneath a draped wedding arbour

Two grooms exchanging vows in front of their guests in black and white

Two grooms posing together beneath autumn trees

Seated guests watching a wedding ceremony

Two grooms walking beneath trees in black and white

Outdoor wedding ceremony viewed across a lawn in black and white

A groom seen past wedding guests during the ceremony in black and white

Two grooms among tall grasses in black and white

Two grooms kissing beneath a wedding arbour

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Sites

by kisspackage | Mar 15, 2024 | Botanical Gardens, Destination Weddings, elopement & micro wedding advice, Elopements, Garden Weddings, Micro Weddings, wedding blog, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Locations, Wedding Packages, Wedding Venues

“Wedding Ceremony Site Ideas”

Botanic Gardens, Adelaide

Creating Your Dream Wedding with Our KISS Team in Adelaide

Adelaide Botanic Garden has a range of ceremony settings for elopements, micro weddings and larger celebrations. Compare the spaces, guest limits and booking conditions, then choose a spot that suits your ceremony and photos.

The KISS team brings together a planner, celebrant and photographer. We help you organise the ceremony, photography and agreed services, with the details confirmed before your wedding.

Parking and access vary with your chosen ceremony site. Confirm guest numbers, walking distances and arrival arrangements with the gardens and your suppliers before booking.

KISS Package Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony locations

1. Summer House

Choose from an intimate undercover ceremony in the historic rotunda or on one of the five lawn areas. It is a short walk to the North Terrace and other essential amenities.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Site : Cycad Collection

2. Cycads Collection

Under the shade of the Kauri Pine this lawn area gently slopes, allowing excellent vantage points for your guests. Looking out across the Main Lake, this popular location is close to the gates amenities, restaurant and kiosk.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Site: Palm House Lawns

3. Palm House Lawns

The large lawn foreground of the heritage listed Palm House accommodates large wedding parties. Located centrally within the gardens, the Palm House site is close to public amenities, restaurant and kiosk.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Site : Barbershop

4. The Barber Shop

This small rotunda suits intimate ceremonies. The wisteria arbours at the end of the Mediterranean Garden are also used for photographs.

Marriage register and certificate books on a garden table

5. International Rose Garden

When in flower, the manicured rows of colour provide a romantic setting in the International Rose Garden. Located near gates and amenities, the lawn area can accommodate large wedding parties or intimate gatherings. This is also where our Rose Garden Pavilion is situated, for marquee wedding receptions.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Site: Araucaria Avenue

6. Araucaria Avenue

The natural avenue created by the Araucaria (Hoop Pines) provides a spectacular framing around your ceremony. With a gentle slope, the site lends itself to a ceremony as well as being able to take in a panoramic view across the gardens.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony Site : North Lodge Lawns

7. North Lodge Lawn

This ceremony area sits beside First Creek, with tree-lined lawns close to the Friends Gate on Plane Tree Drive. Confirm the route, amenities and access for your group when booking.

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Ceremony site : Economic Garden

8. Economic Garden

A display of plants of economic importance including those used for food, medicine, oils and dyes, as well as plants used in religious and cultural ceremonies. A beautiful manicured garden and wonderful backdrop of a quaint fountain.

Photos: Courtesy of Blanco Weddings & Scott Goh

Adelaide Wedding Weather Seasons

by kisspackage | Feb 24, 2024 | elopement & micro wedding advice, Elopements, Micro Weddings, Uncategorized, Wedding Advice, wedding blog

The ideal Adelaide wedding season weather, with our guide for your special day.

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What season will you choose?

A variety of Adelaide Wedding Weather Seasons offers couples a myriad of picturesque settings and romantic backdrops. Choosing the perfect time of year for your wedding can greatly enhance your experience and create lasting memories.

From the balmy days of summer to the crisp air of winter, each season in Adelaide brings its own unique charm and considerations for couples seeking to tie the knot in an intimate ceremony. Let’s explore the advantages and considerations of eloping in Adelaide throughout the seasons.

Spring: Blooms and Mild Weather:

Springtime in Adelaide, spanning from September to November,

Spring brings flowers and generally milder weather to Adelaide’s parks and gardens. It can suit an outdoor elopement, but keep a backup plan for rain and changing temperatures.

From the iconic Adelaide Botanic Garden to the serene Mount Lofty Botanic Garden, couples are spoiled for choice when it comes to selecting a picturesque venue for their springtime elopement. Additionally, the comfortable temperatures during spring ensure that outdoor ceremonies are enjoyable for both the couple and their guests.

Summer: Sun-Kissed Celebrations

Summer, from December to February,

Summer brings long days and warm evenings. For a beach elopement, plan around the heat, shade and the comfort of your guests.

Glenelg Beach and Port Willunga are two coastal options to explore. Check the exact ceremony position, access and booking conditions before settling on a location.

However, couples should be mindful of the potential for high temperatures during the peak of summer and plan accordingly, opting for morning or late afternoon ceremonies to avoid the heat.

Wine barrel and flowers beside a vineyard

Vineyard wedding | Hope Forest, South Australia

Autumn: cooler days and changing leaves

Autumn, spanning from March to May,

Autumn colour gives Adelaide’s parks and gardens a different look. Reds, oranges and yellows can work well for photos, while the earlier sunset is worth considering when choosing a ceremony time.

Couples can choose from iconic locations such as Adelaide’s Elder Park or venture to the Adelaide Hills, where vineyards adorned with golden leaves offer a picturesque setting for intimate ceremonies. Additionally, the mild weather during autumn ensures that outdoor celebrations are comfortable for all involved.

Winter: Intimate Indoor Ceremonies

Winter, from June to August,

The cozy ambience of indoor venues for their elopements in Adelaide. While outdoor ceremonies may be less common during the cooler months, winter offers the opportunity for intimate celebrations in charming indoor settings. From historic churches to boutique wineries and elegant restaurants, couples can find the perfect venue to exchange vows and celebrate with their closest loved ones.

Additionally, winter in Adelaide brings with it the allure of seasonal attractions such as the Adelaide Cabaret Festival and the Winter Reds Weekend in the Adelaide Hills, providing couples with unique opportunities to incorporate local culture into their elopement celebrations.

A couple sitting outside CABN Nala among pine trees

Cabn Tiny House | Kuitpo Forest

In conclusion,

You can plan an Adelaide elopement in any season. Choose the setting and time of day around the weather you are comfortable with, and have a practical alternative for an outdoor ceremony.

Adelaide has something to offer every couple seeking to exchange vows in a memorable and meaningful way. Ultimately, the best time of year to elope in Adelaide is a matter of personal preference, with each season presenting its unique charms and opportunities for creating lasting memories.

Wildside Retreat | Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Michaela made the ceremony planning and paperwork a breeze, even all the way from Canada! From our initial video chats to meeting her in person once we arrived, she made it fun! Providing samples and examples for our ceremony and helping us tailor it to our taste. It was everything we could have dreamed of!

MARRIED COUPLE – Isabelle & Daniel

Michaela was an absolute treasure! Michaela was so easy to work with and understanding of what we wanted on our special day. The communication in the lead up to our wedding day was perfect and she was happy to match our schedules for meetings. Michaela performed so well on the day, being a ray of sunshine

Emily & Tam

Botanic KISS Package

by kisspackage | Feb 15, 2024 | elopement & micro wedding advice, Elopements, Micro Weddings, Wedding Locations, Wedding Packages, Wedding Venues

Botanic KISS Package | Adelaide Botanic Gardens

The Botanic Bliss package combines celebrant services, professional photography and the permits listed in the package. It is designed for a garden wedding with the main ceremony services arranged together.

Package Includes:

Celebrant Services:
- Expert guidance and personalized ceremony scripting to tailor your vows and rituals to reflect your unique love story.
- Officiating your wedding ceremony with warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Professional Photography:
- A skilled photographer captures every heartfelt moment, from the exchanging of vows to the joyous celebrations.
- Two hours of coverage from the ceremony. Additional coverage can be added.
- High-resolution edited images presented in a digital format, ensuring timeless memories to cherish forever.
Botanic Garden Permit:
- Securing the necessary permit for hosting your wedding ceremony within the serene ambience of a botanical garden.
- Access to designated areas for ceremony and photography sessions, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural splendour of the surroundings.
Photography Permit:
- Obtaining the required photography permit to capture your precious moments within the botanical garden’s picturesque landscapes.
- Compliance with all regulations and guidelines to ensure a hassle-free photography experience while preserving the integrity of the garden’s environment.

Additional Options (Available Upon Request):

Ceremony Styling, including chairs, arbours, carpet runners & large umbrellas.
Customised floral arrangements to complement the natural beauty of the botanical garden.
Videography services to document your entire wedding journey in cinematic brilliance.
Assistance with venue selection, transportation arrangements, and other logistical aspects for a stress-free wedding planning process.

Choose the garden setting and the people you want there, then confirm the ceremony details and current inclusions with KISS.

Contact us with your date and guest numbers to discuss a Botanic KISS wedding package.

A wedding couple holding each other among flowers and trees

A wedding couple smiling together among flowers

Garden Elopement Wedding

by kisspackage | Jan 11, 2024 | Elopements, Gallery, Real Weddings, Uncategorized, wedding blog

Real | Garden Elopement Wedding

A groom smiling during his wedding ceremony

A couple kissing beneath a garden wedding arbour

Serendipitous encounter

Jamie and Marnie’s love story began in a serendipitous encounter at a bar. Far away from their homelands in England and Australia.

Chance meeting

What started as a chance meeting blossomed into a beautiful journey. Marked by a unique tradition that would bind them together in celebration.

A wedding couple standing on the lawn outside a stone cottage

Passion for wine

Their shared passion for wine formed a remarkable idea – collecting a bottle of wine for each milestone year in their lives together.

This collection would become a tangible symbol of their journey. Filled with the richness of experiences, laughter, and love.

A wedding couple making a toast beside a stone wall

Wine bottles arranged on a stone garden wall

Deciding to take their commitment to the next level, Jamie and Marnie chose a Garden Elopement Wedding of a private residence.

They exchanged vows in the gardens in warm sunshine.

The intimate ceremony had Jamie’s dad and Marnie’s mum as witnesses.

A wedding couple exchanging rings with their celebrant nearby

A wedding couple standing together beneath garden trees

No. 1 guest

Adding a touch of sweetness to their union was their one-year-old son, who played the endearing role of No. 1 guest. The little one brought joy to the celebration, making the day even more memorable.

A small wedding group making a toast in a garden

The elopement plan was carefully crafted

They married one day and shared the news at their son’s first birthday party the next day, keeping the elopement a surprise until then.

A wedding couple walking beside a stone cottage

As they celebrated their love, they enjoyed the journey through each bottle of wine, toasting to the years that lay ahead. The wines were uncorked in chronological order, creating a unique timeline of their relationship.

A bride and guest standing beside a stone cottage doorway

A bride holding her bouquet and talking to a guest

A bride standing outside a stone cottage beneath mature trees

A groom speaking to his bride and celebrant during the ceremony

A small wedding party gathered beneath a garden arbour

A celebrant speaking during a small garden wedding

A bride reading her vows while holding her groom's hand

A bride laughing during her garden wedding ceremony

A guest holding a baby during a garden wedding ceremony

A groom smiling at his bride during their vows

A couple exchanging rings beneath a floral arbour

A bride reading her vows in a garden ceremony

A couple kissing beneath their garden wedding arbour

A garden wedding ceremony beneath a floral arbour

A couple holding hands beneath a white wedding arbour

A wedding couple and their baby looking at a marriage document

A wedding couple holding their baby and a We Eloped sign

A wedding couple crossing a white garden footbridge

A wedding couple holding an elopement sign in a garden

A newly married couple holding a We Eloped sign

A wedding couple on a white footbridge over a garden pond

A wedding couple in a garden with mature trees and a gazebo

A small wedding group celebrating with drinks in a garden

A wedding couple standing on a tree-lined garden lawn

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Photos by Glenn Alderson, Celebrant : Deborah Lilley & Videography by Scarlet Studios

Why You Don’t Need to Give a Speech at Your Wedding

by kisspackage | Nov 27, 2023 | Uncategorized, Wedding Advice, wedding blog

Your wedding day is a celebration of a beautiful journey together. Traditionally, weddings involve a series of rituals, ceremonies, and, of course, speeches. However, in this modern era where couples are rewriting the rules and making their own traditions, the idea of giving a speech at your wedding is no longer a mandatory requirement.

Here’s why saying “No” to a wedding speech might be the right choice for you.

Authenticity Over Formality:

Weddings often come with a set of expectations, and giving a speech has become one of those expected traditions. However, not everyone feels comfortable expressing their emotions in front of a crowd. Insisting on a wedding speech just for the sake of tradition can lead to a lack of authenticity. Your wedding day is about you and your partner, and the focus should be on celebrating your love in a way that feels genuine to both of you.

Stress-Free Celebrations:

Planning a wedding can be a stressful experience, and the pressure to deliver a perfect speech on top of everything else can be overwhelming. By choosing not to give a speech, you can alleviate unnecessary stress and focus on enjoying the moment. Your wedding day should be a joyful celebration, not a nerve-wracking performance.

Say “No” to tradition if it doesn’t resonate with you, and embrace the freedom to create a wedding day that is uniquely yours.

A wedding couple sitting together indoors beside their bouquet

Personalise Your Celebration:

Every couple is unique, and so is their love story. Instead of conforming to traditional norms, take this opportunity to personalize your wedding celebration. Whether it’s through personalized vows exchanged privately or a heartfelt letter to your partner, there are countless ways to express your love without adhering to the conventional wedding speech.

Focus on the Moment:

The whirlwind of emotions on your wedding day can make it challenging to deliver a speech with the clarity and composure it deserves. By choosing not to give a speech, you free yourself from the expectation of performing on command. This allows you to be fully present in the moment, savouring the love and joy surrounding you without the pressure of public speaking.

You do not have to give a reception speech. If you would prefer another way to thank people or share your feelings, consider a short note, a private conversation or asking someone else to speak.