Perfect weddings with Premier

PREMIER Hotels & Resorts has a renewed focus on the weddings and honeymoon market, with a particular emphasis on destination-led celebrations that combine beautiful settings, warm hospitality and practical event support. The hotel group has multiple properties where it will set the stage for the perfect wedding. What’s new A key recent development is the launch of beach weddings at Premier Resort Cutty Sark, offering couples a memorable coastal setting on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. The resort has direct access to Scottburgh’s main beach, offering uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean to accompany the ceremony. The resort also offers a poolside wedding, a deck wedding and a wedding reception venue. Another development is the upcoming 600-seater banqueting facility at Premier Hotel The Richards, which will position the property strongly for large weddings, banquets and social events in Richards Bay. “This investment strengthens our ability to cater for both intimate celebrations and larger destination events,” says Darron Moore, Premier Hotels & Resorts Group Operations Manager. Vow venues What differentiates Premier is the diversity of its portfolio. Couples can choose from a variety of locations, which allows agents to match the couple’s personality, budget, guest profile and travel preferences with the right destination. In the Western Cape clients may want to opt for the Premier Resort Knysna The Moorings, where their ceremony will be held in lush gardens with stunning views of the lagoon. Premier Roodevalley is the ideal choice for a couple looking for a riverside venue. Located on the banks of Pienaar’s River in Pretoria, the venue offers both indoor and outdoor venues. Alternatively, Premier offers a mountain-inspired celebration at Sani Pass in the Drakensberg, or a coastal city experience in Umhlanga. For honeymoons, Premier’s resort properties are particularly well suited, offering space, scenery, and experiences that encourage couples to slow down and reconnect. Premier Resort Sani Pass, Premier Resort Knysna The Moorings, Premier Resort Cutty Sark and Premier Resort The Winkler are especially attractive for couples looking for nature, relaxation and memorable South African experiences. Agent support From a trade perspective, Premier supports agents through contracted rates, group quotations, value-added packaging opportunities and central reservations support. “For weddings and honeymoon bookings, we are open to structuring packages that may include accommodation, meals, venue hire and selected added-value elements depending on the property, season and group size,” adds Moore. Overall, Premier Hotels & Resorts is focused on creating meaningful travel moments, whether it’s a wedding, honeymoon, family holiday, milestone celebration, or multi- generation escape