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You are invited to
Darryl and Kathryn’s
​Destination Wedding

 The Wedding & Important Info

To find out all about the wedding, travel information and details or to contact us for a quote
​click below.
THE WEDDING
RSVP AND QUOTES

Their love story

Who knew a simple swipe right in 2014 would see the two of us fall madly in love and want to be together forever!

We have already accomplished so much together; many holidays, adventures & overseas travels, built our first home, adopted Harley, Joker & Lexi, and bringing our beautiful baby boy, Heath, into the world as our biggest accomplishment to date.

We are so excited to tie the knot in February 2020 and would love to share this special moment with our nearest and dearest.

#dkwedding 
 

Wedding Details

Wedding Date:                                     20th February 2020       
Where:                                                    Nautilus Resort, Rarotonga
Suggested arrival date:                      17th February 2020
Reference code for booking:            ALF-929

Hello & Welcome!

Hello and welcome from the Viva Destination Weddings team, we just wanted to introduce ourselves & let you know the run down on how to organize your holiday without the stress (aka. with us).

We have been working alongside Darryl and Katie to ensure their Destination Wedding is all they have ever dreamed of – and more!

But we also understand that a wedding is nothing without the guests, so you may have questions about the trip and we are here to help with your travel needs.

We have also partnered with the lovely people at Travelonline to provide you with some amazing deals – check the options out below – WEDDING CODE 
ALFORD50

​

We appreciate there are many of you that prefer to do your own travel, or have agents you already use, however we are here to help if you need specialist advice.

We are an ATAS accredited travel agent with a special flair in destination wedding planning, best of all, we charge absolutely no extra costs to use our service than going online. through any other agent or direct to the hotel or airline.  We also offer lay-by and flexible payment options.
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If you do choose to come through us, we can arrange your travel from wherever you are departing, while providing personalised service to ensure that you have a wonderful stress free holiday. We will make sure your individual needs are met in combining a tailor made getaway for yourself, to go hand in hand with the festivities of the fabulous wedding!

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Location

This 4.5 star elegant truly Polynesian resort epitomizes the ideal tropical island escape location.

Leave the real world behind and immerse yourself in a tropical island oasis surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of Rarotonga.

An eco-friendly boutique beachfront resort set against a beautiful mountain backdrop which melts into a crystal clear lagoon, show casing premium luxury accommodation all with salt water plunge pools and set in authentic tropical Cook Islands gardens. With the tropical palm studded Ta’akoka Islet enhancing the breath-taking lagoon and ocean views, guests feel totally immersed in this Polynesian experience.

Rarotonga is blessed with many options for hotels to suit any budget or style. Whilst the wedding will take place at Nautilus, and they do have amazing accommodation, there is also their sister resort – Muri Beach Resort which is an intimate, island style resort located next to Nautilus, offering a more budget friendly option whilst still being close.

Muri Beach Resort offers accommodation of 20 beautifully decorated deluxe self-contained villas and apartments, offering comfortable and modern deluxe beachfront resort accommodation.

There are many other options in Rarotonga as well. We also can advise you on, and book any of the other hotels and resorts. Details are below for Nautilus and Muri Beach Resort, but drop us a line or call us for alternative options.

Accommodation options at Nautilus

GARDEN ARE’
​Set amongst the resorts tropical gardens filled with local fruits, you can relax in this contemporary 120m²/1290 sq. ft. Polynesian Are’ is a suite style room with a spacious private deck furnished with sun lounges and dining suite overlooking your personal salt water plunge pool. Tastefully decorated with natural finishes, high ceilings and contemporary furnishing all-embracing island styles.
Sleeps 2 ad & 1 ch (max). Bedding: Californian King & Single (Sofa). ​
PREMIUM BEACHFRONT ARE’
Nestled amongst palm trees with the most stunning outlook over the turquoise waters of Muri Lagoon and a step away from the white sands your 120m²/1290sq. ft. Polynesian exclusive suite style Are’opens onto a spacious deck incorporating your own salt water plunge pool and with lavishly furnished with sun lounges and dining suite.
Sleeps 2 ad & 1 ch (max). Bedding: Californian King & Single (Sofa)
2 BEDROOM GARDEN ARE’
This chic 220m²/2365sq. ft. Are’ is spacious enough to accommodate a family or friends in comfort, boasting a full kitchen. Each Are’ has 2 private bedrooms each with their own en-suite incorporating a stone stand-alone bath double vanity and a separate rain shower. A private deck is ideal for entertaining, with a personal plunge pool and beautiful garden views. Sleeps 4 ad& 1 ch (max). bedding: 2 x Californian King & Single (Sofa) or Californian King, 2 King singles & Single (sofa)
2 BEDROOM PREMIUM BEACHFRONT ARE’
This well-appointed and expansive Are’ presents 220m²/2365sq. ft. of chic Polynesian design with a contemporary furnishings and modern conveniences, perfect for a family or friends. There are spectacular views from the living area, the main bedroom and the expansive private deck and salt water plunge pool of the aqua waters of Muri Lagoon and the white sandy beach is a step off your deck. This Are’ boasts a full kitchen for gourmet entertaining, has 2 private bedrooms each with their own luxuriously appointed en-suite incorporating a stone stand-alone bath double vanity and a separate rain shower. The extensive well-furnished private deck is ideal for entertaining along with the Are’s own large garden courtyard and private beachfront Pagoda.
Sleeps 4 ad& 1 ch (max) .Bedding: 2 x Californian King single (sofa) or Californian King, 2 king singles & single (sofa)
3 BEDROOM PREMIUM BEACHFRONT ARE’
Combining all of the features of the 2 Bedroom Premium Beachfront Are’ and a Premium Beach front Are’, these Are’ interconnect to offer an expansive 3 bedroom beach front option for larger families or groups. This extremely well appointed Are’ presents 340m²/3655sq. ft. of chic Polynesian design with a contemporary furnishings and modern conveniences. The combined features of these interconnecting Are’ offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 plunge pools, 2 private decks and 2 private courtyards each with a stone outdoor shower. There are spectacular lagoon and beach views from the living areas, 2 bedrooms, both private deck and salt water plunge pool. And you are only 1 step from the beach. This Are’ boasts a full kitchen for gourmet entertaining and a mini kitchenette in the main bedroom suite.
Sleeps 6 ad & 2 ch (max). Bedding: 3 x Californian King & 2 x Single (Sofa) or 2 x Californian King, 2 x King Singles & 2 Single (Sofa)or1 x Californian King, 4 x King Singles & 2 Single (Sofa)
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Make sure you quote WEDDING CODE ALFORD50 at the end to get your exclusive discounts

Nightly Rates & Promotions

Room type
Rate per night per ROOM
Garden Are’
$653
Beachfront Are’
$911
​Premium Garden Are
$1,237
2 bedroom Are
$1,103
2 bedroom Beachfront Are
$1,391
​3 bedroom Beachfront Are
$2,158
Garden and Beachfront are’ stay of 3 nights minimum.

​Premium Garden Are’, 2 & 3 guestroom are minimum stay 4 nights.
Stay 5 Pay 4
Plus receive a chilled bottle of Nautilus Wine on arrival

Stay 7 Pay 5
Plus receive complimentary return Airport Transfers and a chilled bottle of Nautilus Wine and a fresh Tropical Fruit Platter on arrival

Stay 10 Pay 7
Plus receive complimentary Airport Transfers and a $200.00 Resort Spa Credit

Stay 12 Pay 8
Plus receive complimentary Airport Transfers and receive a $300.00 Resort Spa Credit
(One only gift package available per room per stay) 

Accommodation options at Muri Beach

GARDEN VILLAS
POOLSIDE VILLAS
LAGOON VIEW VILLAS & APARTMENTS
All villas are stand alone and are an open plan design with spacious, modern interiors. Family size villas have main bedroom area separated from the living area by a half wall with second bedroom area an alcove off the living area. All villas are only a coconuts throw from the pool and BBQ area and not more than 1 minutes walk from the beach. All villas include Jacuzzi spa bath.

• The standard villas sleep 2
• The family villas sleep up to 4 . 

• Bedding configuration for the standard villa is a queen bed
• Bedding configuration for the deluxe villa is a queen bed and a bunk bed
Relax on your own balcony overlooking our landscaped swimming pool and tropical gardens. All villas are stand alone and are an open plan design with spacious, modern interiors and are only a 30 seconds walk to the beach. All villas include Jacuzzi spa bath.

• These villas can accommodate up to 3 persons.
• Suitable for couples, friends sharing or a young family
• Bedding configuration is a queen bed and a single bed.

Set back only a coconuts throw from the beach, all units have partial views of the lagoon, from their balconies. These open plan units are newly refurbished featuring Polynesian style decor and modern furnishings. All units include Jacuzzi spa bath. 

• Units sleep up to 2 persons. Most suitable for couples.
• Bedding configuration is a queen bed. Additional single bed is possible in some units

2 BEDROOM VILLAS
These spacious offer modern, deluxe deco with 2 enclosed bedrooms. This accommodation is perfect for families or couples travelling together, offering complete privacy. All units Include Jacuzzi spa bath.

• Some units have views of the lagoon or are poolside
• Units sleep a maximum of 6 persons.
BEACHFRONT UNITS
Our newly built studio style, Deluxe Beachfront Villa, is a stand-alone building which embraces Polynesian architecture and decor with modern furnishings. All units are perfect for honeymooners or couples who want to treat themselves to stunning views over the lagoon and ocean. All units include a Jacuzzi spa bath.
• Most suitable for couples 
• Bedding configuration is Queen bed only.
• No children under 12yrs

Nightly Rates & Promotions

Room type
Rate per night per ROOM
​Self Service
Rate per night per ROOM
​Premium Service
Garden Villa
$279
$345
Poolside Villa
$299
$365
Lagoon view Apartment
$312
$379
Beachfront Apartment
$345
$411
Deluxe Beachfront Villa
$392
$553
2 Bedroom Villa
$459
$590
Extra person
$52
$72
.• Rates quoted are for 2 persons sharing in existing bedding. Extra person rate as above
  • Self Service Reservations:
    • Prepaid Daily Tropical Breakfast (Cereal, Fresh Fruit, Toast, Juice, Tea or Coffee) $16.00pp (Nett)
    • Prepaid Hot Breakfast (Bacon, Eggs, Tomato and Tropical Breakfast) $27.50pp (Nett)
  • Premium Service Reservations:
    • Daily Tropical Breakfast (Cereal, Fresh Fruit, Toast, Juice, Tea or Coffee) included
    • Upgrade to Daily Hot Breakfast (Bacon, Eggs, Tomato and Tropical Breakfast) $11.50pp (Nett)
Stay 5 Pay 4
Stay 7 Pay 5
Stay 10 Pay 7
Plus receive complimentary Airport Transfers and a bottle of wine on arrival

Stay 12 Pay 8
Plus receive complimentary Airport Transfers and receive a $100.00 Massage voucher
(One only gift package available per room per stay) 
. These are suggested packages – we are able to quote on any duration as well as any different resorts, additional requirements or onward travel etc

Flights will be available to quote and book approximately 10 months in advance ​  – in the meantime we are happy to chat to you and answer your questions!

Lay-by your holiday

LayBy your holiday, Interest Free! Ask us how.
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QUOTE CONDITIONS
Prices for airline tickets can change very quickly and therefore cannot be guaranteed until paid for in full. Often we are unable to hold seats reserved without payment, so this price is a guide only, reflecting the availability at the time of quoting.  Due to fluctuations in currency exchange and availability, all costs are subject to change without notice. 
 
We are not holding any reservations for you at this stage
 
It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that all passengers travelling are covered by Comprehensive Travel Insurance.  Please advise if you would like Travel Insurance and we will quote a policy specific to the region you are travelling to. You can obtain a quote here Travel Insurance

 
 

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We know you are probably hanging out for this trip! ​Viva Events can help organise all of your travel requirements to the wedding for the best prices, from flights, hotels, transfers, activities and travel insurance.  If you tick the Yes box , the details are automatically sent to our team to get in touch. If you reluctantly tick no, we’ll just let the bride and groom know 🙁
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If you have any questions, need any more information, or just want to chat, please contact us using the below form or call us on 07 3818 8204

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We are excited that you have decided to contact us.

To ensure you get a speedy and efficient reply, if the below are applicable to your reason for contacting us then please address these in your message to us. 
  • Your reference number:  
  • How many people will you be travelling with? How many of these are children?
  • Are you interested in accommodation? If so what type? 
  • Would you like to have a bespoke or unique package made for you? If so, what would you like to include or change? 

This would be very helpful in ensuring we get back to you with the answers you need! 

​Thanks a lot,

Viva Destination Weddings + Events xx
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  • Honeymoons & Special Events
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