A Guide to Planning an Indian Wedding in Bali
Bali has a sobriquet of ‘Island of Gods’, so an Indian wedding in Bali not only makes your fairy tale wedding true but also laces it with the touch of spirituality. Indians love to plan destination weddings in Bali as there is a backdrop of nature, serenity, and spirituality altogether.
Bali’s enchanting beauty is inexplicable. The island has beautiful lush grasslands, sandy beaches, amicable sun, lavish villas and resorts, and many more. Bali is famous for its unique culture and sacredness.
Planning an Indian destination wedding in Bali is the new trend!
A wedding is a special occasion in one’s life and one ought to make it the best and most memorable. Every Indian dream of having a wedding is embedded in splendor. Its amazing beaches with the Indian Ocean as a backdrop and the subtle, splendid sunset attracts many Indians to have a destination wedding in Bali.
The majority of the Hindu population in Indonesia is found in Bali as such, though India is secular it is considered the epitome of Hinduism. This mere coincidence of similarity in religion connects the Indians to choose Bali as a destination for their Indian wedding. Despite ostentatious attractions, Bali is a staunch pillar of religion. Indians who wish to have a destination wedding here are promised to be endowed with divinity without the loss of their traditional customs.
A wedding is a holy institution of love, where two people make a promise of spending the rest of their lives together hence everyone wants it to be perfect and memorable. Indian culture is very rich and the Indian destination wedding is often called a big fat Indian wedding because of its grandeur. Right from setting up ‘Mandapa’ to the ‘Bidai’, you don’t want to miss out on anything.
And you might wonder are weddings in Bali legal? Absolutely yes! for more details Click here. We would suggest you contact us for more detailed information on Legal weddings in Bali, where our legal expert can assist you.
Indian wedding cost in Bali
Approximately the basic cost of an Indian wedding in Bali may range between 35 to 50 lacs for 100 guests. Of course, this might vary with the choices of the venue, location, number of guests, and other intricate details. Check with us about the Bali Indian wedding packages as we are the best Indian wedding planner.
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Best time to get married in Bali
The best time for a destination wedding in Bali, especially if you’re planning an outdoor ceremony, is between April and October. One can organize wedding photography sessions from 10 am to 10 pm when the natural sunshine is at its best. However, If you want to utilize the sunset for your wedding shoot, the best time is from 6 pm to 7 pm. Bali sometimes experiences unpredictable weather, so rain is always a possibility.
Tips to plan your Indian wedding in Bali
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1)Prepare your guest list
Destination weddings require the dedication of time from one’s life. If you have a normal Indian wedding in your own country then people can pay a visit and stay for a maximum of a few hours to witness the magic moments, but it’s not the case with destination weddings. Your guests have to stay at least 3-4 days and the celebration longs a while longer than usual. So, it is better to make a guest list well in advance so that your dear ones can make out time from their busy lives and also book flight tickets prior
2)Traveling to Bali
Indians can acquire a 30 days Visa with passport validity and proof of return ticket. Bali has an International airport in Denspar which is also the capital of Bali; you can easily get there by taking a flight from India. Usually, you might have a connecting flight from India to Bali via Kaula Lumpur or Singapore. The journey might be 9 hours long albeit, The view of the sea whilst you are in the air is breathtaking.
Although Bali has a friendly climate throughout the year, it is suggested not to choose the monsoon for your wedding. Preferably May and August is the best choice for a destination wedding in Bali.
3) Decide the Wedding Location in Bali
After you have set up a blueprint of your wedding visuals in your brain and heart now you have to choose the best location. If your priority is a beach wedding in Bali then Kuta is one of the best options. If you are looking for resorts and villas Nusa dua has them in galore. Other places include Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Nusa Dua, and many more. You can choose based on your budget and interest. For an Indian wedding in Bali, getting the perfect location and venue is very important.
Whatever the location in Bali, Blissful Plans promise you the most spectacular wedding in your life as we have vast experience in a destination wedding in Bali.
4)Choosing a wedding venue for an Indian wedding in Bali
The quintessential part is choosing a wedding venue. Bali offers a wide range of locations with amazing backgrounds and exquisite views. Choose the venue which befits your Haldi for your main wedding day. Most wedding venues are categorized into four types
1. Villa weddings
2. Resort wedding
3. Beachfront
4. Chapel
You can choose rooftops, pool views, sunsets anything you desire, and customize your wedding location as you dreamt. We are wedding planners in Bali, Contact us to get to know more about Bali Indian wedding packages along with wedding venues at the best offer.
Here are a few wedding venues in Bali for your Indian wedding:
Villa Tamarama at The Ungasan Clifftop Resort:
Villa Tamarama is a six-star private resort ideal for lavish Indian weddings in Bali. This stunning villa at the Ungasan Clifftop Resort will make you and your guests go awe! It is a colonial-style venue with pristine architecture with outdoor space.
Wedding venue capacity: 100 guests
Bisma Eight:
Bisma Eight is located in Ubud’s center. Enjoy its mystical views and enchanting forests. Host your ceremonies at the Forest pool, it has a floating aisle with a forest setting, it will look straight out of a movie! They also offer Garden Rooftop weddings- a lush garden rooftop with stunning views of Ubud rice fields and romantic sunsets that can be experienced.
Wedding venue Capacity :
- Forest pool – capacity of 100 guests
- Garden Rooftop-Capacity of 80 guests
The Cliff-Edge Cabana at Alila Villas Uluwatu:
Alila Villas is one of the most sought-after venues by couples in The Cliff edge cabana. Get amazed by its gravity-defying architecture with infinite horizons. It is set in a tropical landscape with sprawling lawns, and a stunning backdrop of the romance of the sea, it’s an incredible setup to embark on your new beginnings. Also, you can host dinner at Cabana lawn.
Wedding venue capacity -up to 120 guests
Beachfront at W Bali:
Exchange wedding vows at a 5-star luxury wedding venue -W Bali, located in the Seminyak . Kuta is a 20-minute drive away while Ngurah Rai International Airport is a 30-minute ride away They offer Bespoke wedding services, and plan your pre-wedding, wedding, post-wedding, and Honeymoon all in one place!
Wedding venue capacity -up to 250 guests
Mulia Resort & Villas:
The Mulia Resorts offer three weddings chapels-the Eternity chapel, The lakeside chapel, and Harmony and Unity chapels. Be it an intimate wedding or a lavish wedding host it at the floating glass chapel set underneath the infinite ring of hand-crafted crystal chandelier nestled in the middle of the shimmering water of Mulia Lake. Breathtaking Serene lake provides you with an amazing backdrop for your magical wedding.
Wedding venue capacity: up to 250 guests
Bulgari Hotel & Resort:
Host your wedding ceremonies on a white sand beach in front of a shimmering Blue lagoon. Also, they provided an array of wedding venue options like Water wedding, Bulgaria Chapel wedding, Bulgaria mansion wedding, La Terrazza, and the Bulgaria Villa wedding. Guest accommodation can be done at their private villas and mansion.
Wedding venue capacity: Flexible
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5)Planning the food
From Gulab Jamun to Lassi, Indians are very particular about their cuisines and food. So deciding your wedding menu is also an important task. Choose the appropriate dishes that make your guest’s palettes happy. Since it is Bali, you will face no issues with vegetarian food if you have any vegetarian family members.
Also, alcohol is heavily taxed in Bali so if you want to save money then reconsider this option on your list.
6)Photographer and Videographer
Everyone wishes to capture these beautiful images and decorate them in life’s memory book. Choosing a suitable photographer, who through his photography makes the pictures speak for themselves is significant. Also if you have a priority in choosing the photographer from your country then you should plan to book him in advance. His travel and stay might be an additional expenditure.
7)Check on the Details
Well, though all the steps are important this plays a major role to make or break your wedding. When you customize your wedding you have to keep in mind all the itsy-bitsy details. You have to think about the right decoration, color themes, a Pandit to officiate, and Varmalas everything has to be kept in mind. It is a crucial task. And be it a Hindu wedding, Christian wedding, or Nikkah we have it all covered.
When everything is done, rechecking and revisiting the structure is necessary to cover and recover the missing things.
8)After-party/Reception
This is an option you may or may not include in your list, but if you wish to have it then you have to go through the planning process once again to get the reception formula flawless.
9)Put your A-game on
Be all geared up because it is finally D-Day. You have your wedding venue and wedding location. The kith and kin who traveled all the way to witness this elixir. Everything is in the ideal place as you have planned. With the love of your life in front of your eyes, you ought to cherish these moments. Perfect place, perfect person, and a perfectly planned wedding what else do you require to make your wedding stand out?
If you have an after-party planned then get prepared for that or you might just as well have a small dinner party.
10)Honeymoon/Bali Tour
Again it’s optional. Though many might not fulfill their dream of a wedding in Bali, it is a considered honeymoon choice for many couples.It etches the picturesque visuals in your memory forever indeed.
Even if you choose not to spend your honeymoon here, since you are already in Bali it is a good opportunity for your guests to absorb the beauty of Bali through its serenity and absorb the stress in their lives.
Why should you choose us as your Indian wedding planner in Bali?
When you choose us as your Indian wedding planner in Bali, you can be sure that your wedding will be an unforgettable experience. We have a team of experienced professionals who have planned and coordinated Indian weddings all over the world. And we understand the importance of both Indian and Balinese traditions and can seamlessly incorporate them into your wedding. Having been in this business for a long time, we have a network of trusted vendors who can provide everything from traditional Indian food to decorations and flowers. Work with us to create a custom wedding package that fits your budget and needs.
Are you looking for the best Bali Indian wedding package? Look no further We can offer you the best. Get in touch with us for more details!
Choosing international locations as a wedding destination is the new cool! Instead of going through the entire daunting process, Blissful Plan is a panacea. You describe what you want and we deliver what you wish. While you spend your time happily with your family amidst the beauty of Bali. We will not miss any detail and are sure to make your lives memorable and ‘Blissful’.
