A WHITE WEDDING AT A DESTINATION WITH A DIFFERENCE

Senior journalist SHASHI SUNNY travels to the mesmerizing Rann of Kutch describing it as one of the most magical wedding destination in Gujarat, India.

A destination wedding miles away from the run of the mill venues around home in a far-flung locale means that it will be a more intimate ceremony and that you get to enjoy a wedding in a beautiful location.  Planning such an experience  is no easy task. Unless you choose to leave it to the experts and have it at the Tent City Rann Utsav where you can rest assured it will be an extravagant cultural feast at a locale that is spectacular. This luxury Tent City sits in the midst of a beautiful white beach, the salt desert at Dhordo, Gujarat. This is a natural phenomenon that can be enjoyed only for a few months each year before it vanishes thus making your wedding memories all the more special.

Destination nuptials are a great option for couples who are willing to take an  off- beat and highly customised approach to wedding planning. Having the Tent City as hosts will mean that you can get a full range of hospitality services from pick and drop, a gourmet feast for every meal, flamboyant settings and a royal stay experience and wonderful sightseeing tours too.

The wedding experience will not only include the romance of a traditional ceremony but also the romance of white sands, starry skies, exploring ancient ruins and viewing rare wildlife like the beautiful pink flamingos thus making for a dream come true experience. It will mean that cherished family and friends go back with a memory like no other!

At the Tent City Rann Utsav there is a choice of  exciting stays to choose from with luxury tents catering to every budget and need. With over 400 well equipped and aesthetically done up tents, wedding guests can look forward to not only the fun of a wedding but also a cosy intimate staycation that offers the best of the Kutch regions culture with the tent City providing all the amenities needed for that perfect memorable wedding experience.

As Bhavik Sheth, COO, Evoke Experiences, explains the enterprising endeavour.“Our tent city is a one-of-a-kind idea that combines an emerging new concept of glamping with curated unique experiences in a unique natural habitat. It is a totally different type of tourist experience so whoever visits us becomes our brand ambassador and word of mouth publicity is our best marketing tool. TheRann Utsav is something that cannot be replicated elsewhere. The tented accommodation is a temporary four month that last till the end of February with all hospitality essentials, experiential tours and the involvement of the local people to give an authentic flavour of Kutch. It is a 360-degree view of what Kutch is with all cultural and local aspects merging to create the experience.”

Additionally, the Tent City offers couples a chance to have a sustainable and environmentally conscious ceremony that supports the local community.  Seth informs, “Ever since we began operation the Tent City at Dhordo, the migratory families in the village are now staying back because they are able to earn a good living and also stay close to their roots. The tent city takes 45days to set up and dismantle leaving no scar on the fragile environment of Kutch. 350 artisans work at the venue during this period to set up the city and then again to take it down. The tents house approximately 1100 people a day and for weddings when occupancy of three beds to a tent is allowed it can go up to 1200. The entire operation is handled in an environmentally friendly manner keeping the sustainability aspect in mind.

Destination weddings are a great option when families are ready to host and celebrate with their guests in an unusual location. It is also an ideal choice when the couple and their families have friends spread out across the worldSo if if have to travel, why not offer them a special place to visit? The Tent City Rann Utsav will create a wedding with flair as well as an immersive experience in a setting that will capture your heart.