Valentines Day Illawarra Micro Wedding

Discover the ideal summer Illawarra wedding experience for Valentine's Day with Gabrielle, the ultimate romantic Marriage Celebrant from BeeTogether. Gabi takes pride in bringing together discerning, love-filled couples in matrimony. Her poised, generous, and confident approach ensures a fun, romantic and memorable ceremony. Get to know the heart behind BeeTogether Celebrant here and explore client reviews for a glimpse into the exceptional experiences she creates.

Are you in search of a stress-free and romantic wedding experience that prioritises your love and fits your budget? Look no further, as celebrating your nuptials on or around Valentine's Day offers the ultimate in romance.

Join the ranks of unique couples who choose to tie the knot on the most love-filled day of the year—Valentine's Day! Imagine a personalised, intimate 12-minute wedding ceremony, perfect for sharing with your two witnesses or an intimate gathering of fewer than 25 cherished guests. Explore the beauty of a Valentine's Day wedding and elevate your special day with a touch of romance.

"With Wollongong her home for 30 years, Gabi knows some fantastic places to wed and she connected us to the different resources, people and products to help us create our dream wedding." Sharon Puscel, Fairy Meadow.

Package includes

• Planning: initial face to face meeting or zoom call and if needed, a later planning meeting. This is your opportunity to tell me about your plans and for me to get to know you more as a couple and we do do the legal paperwork. Either 2x30 minute meet ups or 1x60 minute meet up.
• All the legal paper work completed including the $60 lodgement of the Marriage Certificate with the Registry of Births, Deaths, and Marriages within 48 hours after your wedding.
• A standard ceremony script written for you, with some small personal touches. 
• Unlimited communications.
• Option to pay via Bank Transfer.
  
• Deliver your ceremony at an agreed location in the Illawarra, suitably dressed and professionally delivered.
• Travel in the Illawarra region, with me arriving plenty of time before your ceremony.
• Signing table, chairs and cloth, and if required, umbrellas (beach and rain versions). I'll waiver the fee to hire.
• 7% discount on my standard Micro/Elopement Wedding fee to include the Humanitix ticket fee (donated to a Children's Charity). 
• Complimentary beeswax dinner candles for your romantic date nights at home.

Need a professional wedding photographer on the day? 

Local photographer Sam St Jon is ready for your special day. Read Sam's client reviews here. Sam has you covered with a one off exclusive Valentine's Day photography package that keeps it easy, fun and afforable. The package includes a 30-45 min photo coverage, slideshow, online gallery, 5 high resolution favourite photos, $100 complementary print credit to use in your personalised online store and the option to purchase more photos. On the day Sam arrives with Gabi, takes photos throughout the ceremony, then a short and sweet portrait session to get your first portraits as a married couple and photos with loved ones your have chosen to share on the day. 

Bookings close 5pm,10th January

In the picturesque Illawarra region, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to enchanting wedding locations. This is the day to not only commemorate your love but also the beautiful backdrop of our region. Let's seize the opportunity to create cherished memories at our stunning beaches, captivating escarpments and parks, lush gardens, cozy cafes, and exquisite restaurants. I've thoughtfully spaced out my schedule to ensure I arrive promptly to celebrate your special day. 

Suggested locations:

• Garden, cafe, restaurant. Yes, I can do table side ceremonies before or after entrees!
• @HideawayLane in Wollongong - micro event specialists - private hidden garden space makes for a perfect wedding + reception. Toni and Braydon highly experienced 
• Dog-friendly beach for a bohemian beach picnic in your bikini and boardies. Take a your first married dip.
• Surprise your friends at your local watering hole.

To secure your desired date and time, I recommend booking as early as possible. Please note, that in order to accommodate the high demand for Valentine's Day weddings, couples must book and complete the Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM) before 5pm, 10th of January. December is an ideal time to take this important step**, so why not pop the question this summer and embark on this beautiful journey together?

Perfect for couples who:

• Wish to avoid '600 decisions' needed to get married.
• Wish for a relax and fuss free romantic ceremony.
• Are second time round and looking to marry with a difference.
• Looking to Elope. Read my Blog on Elopement here.

The Process

1. Book a 30 minute face to face, phone or zoom call. We discuss your plans, location, I outline the process and legal procedures, what's involved, we get to check each other out and see if we are a good fit. Head to my website and socials. Be sure to read my Valentine's Day Service Agreement and Refund Policy on my website. 

2.If you are happy to go ahead, we book a day and time to meet up, I send you the Pre-Booking form and you pay either non refundable booking fee or the full amount. Payment made using Bank Transfer or Humanitix.

3. We do another 30 minute meet up in person to complete the legal paper work and outline of the ceremony. Steps 1 and 3 can be combined into 1 hour is preferred.

TIP: book that table reservation ASAP, 14th Feb will book out quickly. Book in January.

4. I write your script, share it with you one week before your day to check you are happy. No surprises from me on your day.

5. I marry you at the agreed location, and afterwards you head off to celebrate in your style. Within a week the Official Marriage Certificate will arrive. Each year you celebrate your wedding anniversay on the 14th February.

6. If you have booked Sam to be your photographer, we both arrive at the same time, with Sam taking your photos throughout your ceremony.

Need a price comparison? 

To marry at a Registration Office is a cost of $650 and you travel to their location.

Your dream Valentine's Day wedding is ready – seize the moment and let's make it unforgettable! Get in touch with me to discuss your plans.

I cant wait to chat with your about your wedding plans.

Sweet honey joy,

Gabrielle

** According to Easy Wedding Industry reports, December is THE month when most proposals happen. Must be the summer love festive mood.