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Safari Style- Headed to Africa!(Images from the Royal Livingstone Hotel and the Mfuwe Lodge) OK, this is it, my last post before leaving on my big African adventure! Woo-hoo! Over the next three weeks we have some amazing guest posts all lined up; ideas from the team here at Junebug, the work of talented wedding professionals, Real Weddings to die for, and personal stories from bloggers and brides alike. You're going to love them! You can also follow along with my itinerary in the mini travel updates I've written at the beginning of each post. As you read, just picture me lounging in the locations above, and in my...
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Guest Post: Hills of Africa Luxury Safari HoneymoonsOnce you’ve decided whether to wear Oscar or Vera and chosen which Cipriani’s to hold your reception, it’s time to start planning your honeymoon. Above all, you want the trip to be romantic, but you also crave culture, excitement, and luxury. From the lavish five-star accommodations to the amazing wildlife, an African safari is an unforgettable way to start your married life together.One of the things discerning New York City couples love about planning a luxury African safari honeymoon is that each and every detail is high-end and completely customized based on your personal preferences...
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Honeymoon in Africa: An Adventure on Safari & Romance by the SeaWords by Courtney CoxPhotos courtesy of Selous Safari CompanyWe at Destination I Do have good news for all you adventure lovers out there! We’ve paired up with Africa Odyssey and Selous Safari Company to offer you an exclusive offer on the romantic and adventurous honeymoon of a lifetime! Travel to southern Tanzania in eastern Africa for a mixture of two safari camps and a romantic beach retreat.On safari, your accommodations will consist of en suite tents which are built on raised platforms with thatched roofs and include king size beds, a private verandah and luxurious details. You can exp...
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In Africa...Here is a pic of some of the children and my son... so cute!!!Hello wonderful brides,I am currently in Africa right now, {Lagos, Nigeria to be exact.} We are having a great time in the village making it a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year for the children here. I can't wait to tell you all about it as we get back to business as usual. Happy Holidays and remember what is important....
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blogathon for africaFor those of you who have talked to me for more than 20 minutes, you know I have a HUGE passion for Africa and the current crises (yes, plural) there. I have wanted to adopt babies from there long before it was trendy (black babies are the cutest babies in the whole wide world and you know it). My assistant will be in Kenya this summer and I told her to just pack a few in a duffel bag and smuggle them back for me. KIDDING! I am just kidding people!! I do not condone stealing babies. We'll leave that for certain celebs. Like a nerd, I also took classes in college on the political and societal s...
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Inspired by AfricaI am working on an African + Jewish inspired wedding for a European couple. Pulling inspiration images for this one has a great feeling to it. Part I of the pics . . . ...
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Out Of Africa.In terms of destination wedding choices, I doubt many of you are considering Sierra Leone… but I guess that is what makes today’s wedding so different and so very interesting… Birmingham based photographer Lee Allen spoke to me about his trip out to Africa a few weeks before he went in December 2011. Since hearing of his impending adventure I had been itching to get a look at the results and when I saw them I knew we had to feature it. Before I pass you over to the bride I think it’s worth hearing a bit from Lee himself… Lee Allen: When Khadijat and Hammed asked ...
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weddings 4 africa {attention all couples}the very talented amanda lynn photography made me aware of this amazing cause. check it out. if you are a couple planning a wedding stop and think about this… you have an amazing opportunity to win a fabulous dream wedding (seriously), but more importantly, to be a part of heart 4 africa which is an organization whose mission is being: … “dedicated to helping africa’s orphaned children in their most vulnerable state by providing food, clothing, education, medicine, shelter and a loving, nuturing and caring environment.” just think, your dream wedding can benefit orphans in kenya, afr...
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Zara Phillips planning Africa honeymoon in 2012
Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall have been asking Prince William for travel advice after deciding to take a belated honeymoon in Africa next year. Photo Credit: Getty Images Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall are planning a belated honeymoon in Africa next year. The queen's eldest granddaughter and her rugby player husband Mike Tindall haven't been able to go away together since their July wedding because of their busy sporting careers but the pair hope to travel to Kenya for a romantic trip next year and have been asking Prince William for advice. A source told Britain's Mail on...
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Bridezilla Dream Destinations: Into AfricaWe know, when you think of the ideal honeymoon destination your first thought is probably more beaches or tourist traps where you can shop, sightsee, get a tan, and oh yeah, maybe relax. But think about it - you've worked long and hard on this wedding, don't you deserve a little relaxation free of cellular phones and consumerism? (You can have both back when the honeymoon is over, we promise.) Wouldn't you enjoy long, hot days, luxury accommodations, plunge pools en suite, and an excuse to wear the season's chicest khaki looks? Join us, Bridezillas, as we venture out on safari... ...
