Wedding in Marrakech

• A stylish destination with exotic charm and fascinating culture

• Good flight connections
• High quality accommodation and restaurants
• Nice weather practically all year around !!
• Entertaining night life + 2 Casinos …And so much more!!!

Kingdom of Morocco 

• Population : 30 million .Capital city : Rabat
• People : 55% Arab, 44% Berbers
  
• Languages :Arabic (official) + Berber dialects ,French, Spanish and English.
• Religion : Islam & Judaism.
• Government : Constitutional monarchy
• Head of State : King Mohammed VI
  
• Currency: Dirham (MAD):1USD is worth approximately 8,5MAD /1Euro:11MAD
  
  

  
  
  

  

Marrakech is quickly becoming an extremely popular choice for destination weddings as it is truly exotic and romantic.  Many people want a small, intimate wedding with close family and friends and a wedding abroad is the ideal way to spend a few days celebrating a marriage with the people that are the most important to you. It is also much cheaper than planning a similar elsewhere in Europe. Marrakech also has the prospect weddingof year-round sunshine – something that is not available there ! April is the ideal time to get married in Marrakech . Marrakech provides a truly different – and fun – wedding experience and ensures that guests will always remember your big day!    A traditional Moroccan wedding is typically an event that lasts a few days – but all the traditional elements can be combined into a célébration over only one day. The wedding reception will include belly dancers, fire throwers and snake charmers!  Day trips will be organised for guests – the beauty of Marrakech is the easy accessibility of the Atlas mountains and of Essaouira on the coast. There are of course many things to do around Marrakech, such as walking around the main square Jemaa El Fnaa and seeing the different food stalls, story-tellers, snake charmers and monkeys or going haggling in the souks.

  Day 1 :Casablanca or Marrakech Arrival

.Warm welcome at the Airport with the assistance by our qualified guides. ( Casablanca Airport is at 2H1/2 drive by high way )

.Transfer in horse-drawn carriages( If at Marrakech’s Airport) to your hotel (20 to30’).

.After lunch at hotel or a very good local Restaurant in the Medina ( Historical Center ), soak up the sights, scents and sounds of the city’s historic  district .

.We start with the Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech’s landmark, then the 19th century Bahia Palace, consisting of rooms decorated with stunning stuccos, paintings and mosaics. Saadien Tombs a necropolis richly decorated  and Medresa Ben Youssef

a Koranic School dating from the 14th century.

.Finally ,walking to discover the magic of the Medina with it’s colorful Souks and explore Djama El Fna Square the beating heart of the city, to watch the entertainment of  Jugglers, storytellers, snake charmers, magicians and acrobats. .Soft drink or mint tea on the café Glacier terrace overlooking the place

.Dinner in a very good restaurant . ( see optional restaurants technical sheets )

Day 2 : Day of wonder by 4X4

• After breakfast ,departure by 4x4 towards the Berber villages of The Atlas mountains to experience the true spirit of the Berber way of life.. Stop to visit the traditional mill, then you will be invited to have mint tea in a local house in “Douar Tagoumt” where you can also have a very attracting panoramic view of the whole surrounding. The clients will have about 10’hiking. Then they continue their way to the sacred village of Moulay Brahim where a famous moussem (local festival) is held every year.
  
• After a short visit of this village they continue to the plateau of kik Where a tent will be set up for drinks or for a typical lunch (possibility of entertainment)
  
• Short riding on Mules until the famous Kasbah of Toubkal for a possible Berber lunch.
  
• Dinner in Local restaurant .
  
  

  

  
  

Day 3  :Start the celebration day!

I - Hammam

• After breakfast transfer to a HAMMAM : an ancestral ritual Turkish bath , relaxation with natural scented products, in a calm atmosphere. Purification bath is taken by the fiancée with her friends & relatives : A ceremony where the chaste gets involved in the good scents and where the flame of wax candles, lit for the occasion in the bath, are supposed to enlighten the path of the happiness. This rite gives rise to diverse practices and offerings in charge of symbols.
  

• We suggest to rent a traditional Hammam “ Steam Bath “ in the Medina ( Old town ) : A public bath house comparable to the ancient Greek and Roman bathing practices . Where the locals go to clean their body, get a exfoliating massage with the black soap and a special glove for relaxation as well as for socializing .You can also try the Turkish massage, a rather violent massage that can make each of your bones squeak.

• Or Go to a modern Hammam in Hotel Spa club to enjoy also modern massages & body and face treatment , indoor heated pool is also available for guests as well as a fitness room.
  
  

  

  
  II –Hairstyle & Make-up

  
  

  • After lunch :  in order  to make  the wedding  day the most beautiful  & memorable day of the bride’s  life, we will organize at the hotel  for her and her  guests  , in her hotel ,a session of bridal hairstyles, esthetics, make-up  ,nails , all  they  need by specialists.
  
  

  

  
  III - Wedding Moroccan Dresses

  
  

The wedding dress is usually a caftan, a sort of long robe made of silk, satin, chiffon, silk or other rich fabrics, and covered with a jacket.  The dress is often open on the bottom and may have embroidery or sequined details, and may be retained by a wide belt at the waist that adds a stunning touch to the moment.

Neggafates:

The bride is helped by "Neggafates" who are wedding master planners, since no wedding ceremony can occur without their presence. Their main task is to help with traditional Moroccan dresses, jewelry, etc. Neggafates assist Moroccan couple to look their best in their wedding ceremony combining know-how about Moroccan wedding, style and fashion taste with an adequate traditional touch.

IV - Transfer to the Wedding Ceremony

• 19h00 : transfer to the wedding ceremony for: 

• OPTION A:  RIAD  : by horse carriage escorted by Moroccan cavaliers and music band
• OPTION B : PALM GROVE : by horse carriage escorted by  Moroccan cavaliers and music band in the city and to the ceremony place by Limousine.

• OPTION C : HOTEL  : No transfer required . The couple will be escorted from their Suite by Music bands and belly dancers, to the ceremony place .

V- HENNA Ceremony

• Upon arrival to the chosen place the  ceremony will begin by  the  famous Moroccan Henna
• "Henna" comes from a plant that can reach up to one meter in height, and its leaves produce yellow or red dyes which are often used for body paint to create different shapes and designs.
• At the ceremony a "Hennaya" , a professional Moroccan Henna artist, draws symbolic motifs on the hands and feet of the bride as a lucky charm for her new life.
• The brides friends and relatives who are involved in marriage will also have henna tatoos
  
  

VI – THE CEREMONY

• The party itself takes place in a hotel, or a "riad" :((Moroccan traditional house), organized around a big internal patio. At the bottom of the main room is installed a rather high stage, on which are arranged two impressive seats where will sit down the bridegrooms, who can so be observed by all. On a side of the room, the musicians play and sing, tiring task, because wedding number ends at about 5 am in the morning! Once the guests were placed at their table, the orchestra band attacks the pieces of Arabian music or of Modern ; according to the choice of the bridegrooms.The young wife arrives in the assistance dressed in a white kaftan with matched jewels. She sits in a sedan chair, the "amaria", as her husband. 

• The bride is surrounded with "Neggafates", teachers of the ceremony and guarantors for the scrupulous respect for the bridal rites. They take care of the bride by dressing her, adorn her with jewels which they lend her, watch that the folds of kaftan always fall good for photos, manage her in the gestures, time the ceremony and the change of clothes.
  

    - For Palm Grove Ceremony: see bellow

  
  

  

VI – THE MOROCCAN (Or European)MEAL

• The meal includes generally a :
  Pastilla (very fine sheets of brick filled with a fricassee of pigeons or with chicken, with almonds (kernels), with sugar and with cinnamon
  Tajine: stew of meat and vegetables been of use in a dish in earth to the characteristic shape) ,or the very delicious & famous  
  Moroccan couscous topped by stewed vegetables and meat , or
  Mechoui : traditionally prepared by roasting a whole lamb either on a spit over a fire or in a pit in the ground. The meat is eaten by hand with salt and cumin for

• and fresh fruits in the dessert
  
• The mint tea finishes the meal, accompanied with delicious Moroccan pastries as, among others, ‘les cornes of gazelle.’
  
• The guests dance from time to time at the rate of the music, the evening ends generally near 5 am in the morning, in the sunrise
• Open Bar with Alcooholics and soft drinks will be at disposal the whole night
  
• Moroccan Wine : Among the countries of North Africa , Morocco  is considered to have the best natural potential for producing quality wines due to its high mountains and cooling influence of the Atlantic, as these factors offset the risk of having too hot vineyard
  
  

  
  

  
  OPTION “A“:THE CEREMONY at HOTEL

  At Hôtel Royal Mirage Palace 5*Luxe :

    ( See technical sheet enclosed )
  

• The Royal Luxury mirage hôtel conjugates in a harmonious way thetraditional Moroccan stylewith a touch of modernity.

• Ideal for this kind of events with his 60 deluxe rooms,16 suitesfor a total capacity of 124 person & a private Villa Royalefor 6 adults ( 300x241 )
  
  

  

  
  OPTION “B“:THE CEREMONY at the RIAD

    At GHARNATA PALACE

  • Located in the medina of Marrakech, discover a stunning ancient palace. After being welcomed by traditional musicians, you will be seated. Look around carefully for the tiny details of beautiful artwork that surround you! 
    
  • The Palais Gharnata extends over a surface of 2000 m². Ancient house built in the XIV century; it was belonging to the right hand of the Pasha of Marrakech, in 1920. Set in an all away dating back to the 14th century, Palais Gharnata offers that special luxury that comes with the passing of time. Everything here speaks about antiquity, rarity, beauty and preciousness. Materials are of the finest (16th century cedar woodwork, various colored mosaics) and worked with the utmost skill (sculptures, paintings, carvings). All done in accordance with the canons of Arabic geometry.
    
  • Once comfortably seated, enjoy a feast that recaptures the spirit of ancient times! Belly dancers, traditional musicians and waiters help create an unforgettable night!
    
    

    

    
    OPTION “C“:THE CEREMONY in a PALM GROVE

A private exotic set up of a village of tents in the heart of the palm grove just 10 kms north of Marrakech. Enjoy a A true Moroccan memorable experience! while watching live entertainment by dancers, acrobats and musicians& DJ and disco service Wow factor!!

( see details on technical sheet below )

Day 4 : Marrakech

• Breakfast.
  
• Day at leisure with offering choices of :
  Option 1 : half or full day excursions
  Option 2 : Team building activities .
• Memorable farewell dinner .
  ( see optional technical sheets )
  
  

  

  
  Day 5 : Marrakech or Casablanca departure

  • Breakfast.
  • Transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca airport
    ( at 2H1/2 drive by the high way )
    
  • Assistance and flight back home 
    
    

    

    
    

    
    
    

    
    Animation of the dinner:

    
    

• Blue Men holding fired torches will be in guard of honor to welcome the guests from the descent of buses to the entrance of the camp.
• Folk Troops: Kalaa Megouna - Gnaouas - Dekka Marrakchia and Zayanes in the reception in immense " folk festival " performed with sounds and with colors, then under tents to punctuate the dinner.
• Belly Dancers.· Tattoo of henna 
• Camel drivers.
• Fire-eaters.
  
• Professional cooker : a Woman for preparation and cooking bread
• Camel Drivers (decoration set)
• Ahouachs from Ouarzazate (50 to 60 artists)
  Fantasia: 
• Fantasia 10 to 12 Riders
  
  

  

  
  Suggestion of Progress of the evening

(to redefine according to the reserved options)

• A welcome cocktail party is arranged as a symbol of welcome.
• First of all, we plan a colorful welcome in rhythms upon the arrival of the guests: Guard of honor was trained by folk troops, riders and blue men provide with fired torches, from the descent of coaches.
  
• Hundreds of lanterns will be settled at the edge of the runway to mark out enlighten the long way of red carpet which will bring the guests to the big square.
  
• The riders will be ready to pull a salvo to announce the arrival of the group.
  
• The artists planned for the show will be arranged around the big place making a semi-circle. Once the arrival, the guests will be plunged into the folk rhythms of the instruments of local music and the songs.
  
• Once in the big place, the waiters will take care of the guests and guide them towards an open bar which will be raised around a sideboard. Service of this open bar or a welcome cocktail partywill be accompagned with amuses mouths and salt pork .
  
• During the cocktail, guests take their glasses & the various troops will perform one after the other representing their region of origin with the rite of their dances and popular songs.

Dinner

At the end of the cocktail party welcome meadows of tents by waiters' tens provided of one "Cup" (kind of samovar in silvery metal)

to allow them to cool hands

in the fresh water perfumed

in the orange blossom before sitting down to have dinner.

At this moment, we shall stop all the folk music, and allow only the very soft music style of Gnaouas with “Sentir” to make table installation  for the guests in a very soft and romantic atmosphere.- The waiters preceded by groups of Berber women pushing dinghies of enjoyment will scroll on the big square before serving the various dishes on tables. - The folk troops will parade under tents very briefly, to leave the place for the

oriental dancers

Entertainment and show:

• At the time of the dessert ,will start the evening discotheque with a DJ who will entertain the ceremony with oriental and international songs Lightening of the site
  
• Electric lightening and traditional basis of the camp: inclusive
  Optional :  Brought to artificial lightening of the site around the camp: Attention! Strongly recommended post
  
• Discotheque : bridge light, dance floor, sonorisation and audio visual system 01 Scene (Stage) 8 m/5 m " 40m ² " (Including Carpet and Jupon age)
  
  

  

  
  MENU CHOICES

  Menu 1

  Colourful of salads in thousand flavours

  (Minimum 6 in 8 sorts)

  Chicken in the lemony aromas

  “Tanjia Marrakchia” (meat) with saffron semolina

  Various Sorts of Bread (Olive, Complete)

  “Pastilla” with milk and almonds

  Menu 2

  Colourful of salads in thousand flavours

  (Minimum 6 in 8 sorts)

  « Tagine » of (beef) with prunes apricots & almonds

  Couscous with chicken & Atlas vegetables

  Various Sorts of Bread (Olive, Complete)

  “Pastilla” with milk and almonds

  Menu 5

  “Harira » (soap) with dates and lemon

  Or : Assortment of Moroccan Salads

  1/2 Méchoui (barbecue of lamb)

  Royal couscous with 7 vegetables

  Seasonal fruits

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  Tea and Moroccan pastries
  
  

  

  Royal Mirage Palace Hotel 5*Luxe–Marrakech

  http://www.royalmiragehotels.com/royalmiragedeluxe.htm

  
  

  Location :

  At 5 minute drive from Jamaâ El Fna Square, this hotel offers stylish

  air-conditioned rooms and an outdoor swimming pool. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s spa featuring a fitness center, sauna and steam bath.

  The Royal Luxury mirage hotel conjugates in a harmonious way the traditional Moroccan style with a touch of modernity.

  Rooms:

  The Royal Mirage Palace offers  60 Deluxe rooms and 16 suites & a private Villa as well, with a total capacity of 124 person.

  Guest rooms have an elegant Moroccan décor and come with free Wi-Fi internet access. Each room has a sitting area with a flat-screen TV where guests can relax, as well a private bathroom with a hairdryer.

  Restaurant:

  A buffet is provided each morning for breakfast. The hotel offers a choice of 3 restaurants, providing French, Moroccan and Lebanese cuisine. A poolside snack bar and a stylish cocktail bar are also available.

  Amenities:

  Outdoor pool, Sauna, Hair salon, Gift shop.

  Meeting facilities: conceived in a theatre style, Royal Mirage Deluxe Banquet and conference rooms offer a capacity of 150 to 350 seats.