A day out in nature and a night under the stars, what could be better? For camping enthusiasts, this return to nature is the perfect way to spend the day.
If you’re more of the laid-back, rustic type, you don’t need to have a fancy wedding. Instead, tailor your big day to your taste and do what you love. Camping is fun and nostalgic, and can easily be glamorised.
Host your wedding reception in a massive teepee in the great outdoors. Add some flair with a few fairy lights and candles to set the mood. What is great about this theme is that it works well for both intimate and larger gatherings, you just need to scale up the size of your tent.
Here are a few fun setups to inspire your own:
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When you think ‘engagement ring’, your mind automatically turns to diamonds. But the truth is, diamonds aren’t every girl’s best friend, despite what TV ads may have taught…
Choosing to change your surname after marriage is a personal choice every person must make for themselves. When making this decision, remember that it is not as easy as 1, 2, 3, but can be a long and rather tedious process.
If you do decide to change your surname, you will legally be required to update all the necessary paperwork to reflect your new name.
Legally, any woman wanting to take their spouse’s surname, revert to their maiden name or prior name, or join two surnames into a double-barrelled name may do so. However, because current South African law focuses on women changing their surnames, the process for men who decide to take their partner’s surname is much harder, and requires special authorisation from The Department of Home Affairs.
The first step in legally changing your surname is applying for a new identity document. You can easily apply to have your ID re-issued if you are married and want to assume the surname of your spouse. You can apply for a replacement by:
– Completing Form BI-9 as well if you have not previously submitted your fingerprints
– Attaching additional documents as required (e.g. a marriage certificate if you are married)
– Paying the required fee for the re-issue
It is not essential to change your driver’s licence and passport to reflect your new surname until they expire, but in this case, you will be required to carry a certified copy of your marriage certificate in case anything happens.
Remember to also inform SARS of your surname change to update your tax details. In line with this, inform your employer of your new surname change so that they may update your pension and insurance companies.
Another crucial step is to notify your chosen bank to ensure you can still use all of your bank cards. You will need a copy of your ID and a copy of your marriage certificate for this.
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Looking for a unique place to say ‘I do’? If a church or barn is too conventional for you, think outside the box with one of these unique locations.
From an igloo to an underwater experience, there are no rules when it comes to your big day. Truly, anything goes. Here are a few unusual locations that will create a memorable wedding day.
Hotel Kakslauttanen in Lapland, Finland
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Hotel Kakslauttanen is an Arctic Resort found next to the Arctic Sea. For the full experience, book a winter wedding under the northern lights. The hotel features an Ice Chapel and a Pine Chapel, and bridal couples arrive on a reindeer carriage. Spend the night in your own personal igloo with a clear dome, allowing you to enjoy the sights of the clear sky.
Coney Island in New York, USA
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Coney Island is a world-famous amusement park in New York. Couples can enjoy an informal ceremony in the boarding area, then load onto a roller coaster for a thrilling loop around.
A glacier in Alaska, USA
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Couples wanting to elope should head to Alaska for a truly unique wedding on a glacier landing. The package includes a helicopter that lands at elevations of 1,800 to 3,500 feet, with ice up to 2,500 feet deep below your feet, making you feel like you’re the only people in the world.
The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado
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Take a trip to Aspen, Colorado for a true winter wonderland wedding at The Little Nell Hotel. Guests can enjoy a gondola ride up the Aspen Mountain before they arrive at your wedding ceremony, which features breathtaking views of the famed Maroon Bells and the Rocky Mountains.
An underwater wedding experience in Mexico
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If getting married on land is too played out, why not head under the sea? Secret Resorts in Cozumel, Mexico offers a unique underwater wedding experience, allowing couples to say their “I do’s’ while enjoying a dive trip surrounded by fish and sea life.
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The most romantic day of the year is quickly approaching. Valentine’s Day is all about celebrating love in all its forms, making it the perfect day for a…
South African rocker Francois van Coke and his wife Lauren Badenhorst are celebrating nine years of marriage. Both took to social media to honour the occasion.
Badenhorst wrote, “Happy 9th Wedding Anniversary my life! ??? Ek hou nog vas (I’m still holding tight)”
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“9 Jaar#marriedlife @laliewild forever,” wrote the lead singer of Fokofpolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel on his personal Instagram.
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They tied the knot in 2012 at the Old Mac Daddy out in Grabouw. Keeping up with their alternative image, the bride walked down the aisle to the tunes of an electric guitar played by Van Coke Kartel guitarist Jedd Kossew.
Nine years later, the pair have two children and are still rocking together.
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