Great Destination Weddings 2020 Annual Vol. 9 No. 9 | Page 14

With the newlyweds and 20 cherished guests all staying at the resort, the stage was set for an epic celebration. “Anyone who has been in a Club Med resort at night knows how well they throw a party!” laughs Jean. “Club Med surprised us with platters of snow crab, and foie gras-laden steaks, with French champagne — so decadent!” Then Dean rang the bell for a cinematic surprise; fireworks exploding over the enchanting ice chapel.
Romantic, adventurous and luxe, this wedding was also a logistical triumph for the Queensland-based snow bunnies, who organised their busy blended family, eight suitcases, and two ski bags for the trip to Japan. “Fortunately, everything went to plan — no bags or children went missing in transit!” laughs Jean. They also enlisted the invaluable assistance of two wedding coordinators, including on-the-ground expertise from Merlin at Club Med. “Merlin and her team gave such heartfelt support through the entire day, which I’m sure everyone will remember forever,” she says.

And although their wedding was picture-perfect, it was the gravity of the moment that stayed with the couple, as Jean explains. “To marry my childhood sweetheart in a perfect, fairytale setting with family and friends with us will always be a highlight of my life.”

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