Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 31, 2019

The first ever awards for the destination weddings industry, the DWP ACE awards made its debut at 6th Annual of the Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress honored the significant efforts of extraordinary talents of international wedding planners and suppliers who have shown their ultimate commitment towards innovation and creativity in the luxury wedding industry.

Recognizing and rewarding excellence in all aspects of business practice, the global awards in its first year, rewarded the talent and expertise of those who are working tirelessly to create a truly memorable event for their clients on their special day. The winners were chosen through a rigorous global online voting process.

The Destination Wedding Planning ACE Awards was hosted in conjunction with the Destination Wedding Planners Congress, recognized as the world’s strongest business platform for destination wedding planners that was held in Dubai along with Destination Partner Dubai Tourism and Hotel Partner Atlantis, The Palm, from March 27th-29th 2019. The DWP Congress is a luxury closed-door by-invitation only business platform that brought together more than 500 destination wedding specialists from over 70 countries under one roof.

The gala dinner night hosted on March 29, 2019 that was beautifully orchestrated by, renowned UAE wedding planner, Ali Bakhtiar Designs, witnessed the crème-de la-crème within different aspects of the multi-billion-dollar worth global wedding industry at Asateer at Atlantis, The Palm. The first edition of the DWP ACE Awards highlighted, honored and celebrated the extravagant work of the world’s top luxury wedding planners and suppliers globally.

The DWP ACE Awards announced 25 winners across different categories aiming to bring into the forefront and give credibility to the efforts of luxurious and memorable event planners and companies. The winners were given the award by Steen Jakobsen, Assistant Vice President for Dubai Business Events & City Operations, Dubai Tourism, the Official Destination Partner for the Dubai edition of the DWP Congress.

“The destination wedding market is one of the most exciting along with demanding industries of the current times. The destinations, venues, creative partners, suppliers, designers and planners work tirelessly throughout the year making dreams come true of their clients globally. The DWP ACE Awards was curated to highlight the outstanding talents, laudable initiatives, innovation, creativity and excellence of those in the luxury wedding and destination wedding industry. We are very pleased to celebrate the brightest talent and best creativity in the globally diverse wedding industry. Amidst all the glitz and glamour, hardwork must be appreciated and that was the sole aim while introducing the DWP ACE Awards,” said Ackash Jain, Director of QNA International.

Award winners listed as below:

1. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (Europe, Russia & CIS)
   Aava Weddings, France
2. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (Asia Pacific)
   Innaz Communique, Indonesia
3. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (Indian Sub-Continent)
   Mpire Events, India
4. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (North & Central America)
   Penzi Weddings, Mexico
5. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (South America & Caribbean)
   Roberto Cohen Cerimonial, Brazil
6. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (Middle East)
   Glorybox Productions, Jordan
7. DWP ACE Planner Award – Domestic (Africa)
   Wedding Concepts, South Africa
8. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (Europe, Russia & CIS)
   5 Events, Poland
9. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (Asia Pacific)
   Marriage Maestros, Hong Kong
10. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (Indian Sub-Continent)
    The Wedding Designers, India
11. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (The Americas)
    JZ Events, USA
12. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (Middle East)
    Ali Bakhtiar Designs, UAE
13. DWP ACE Planner Award  – Globetrotter (Africa)
    Zapphaire Events, Nigeria
14. DWP Social Buzz Award
    Teena Barretto, Philippines
15. DWP Starry Affair Award
    Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla/Motwane & Co, India
16. DWP Capture Award
    Abuzz Studios, USA
17. DWP Destination Spotlight Award
    ParAzar Productions, Lebanon
18. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (Europe Russia CIS)
    Santorini Gem, Greece
19. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (Asia Pacific)
    Bulgari Resort Bali, Indonesia
20. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (Indian Sub-Continent)
    Umaid Bhawan Palace
21. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (The Americas)
    Baha Mar, Bahamas
22. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (Middle East)
    Chateau Rweiss, Lebanon
23. DWP ACE Wedding Property of the Year Award (Africa)
    Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa, Seychelles
24. DWP ACE Telly Wedding Show Award
    Band Baajaa Bride (Goodtimes), India
25. DWP ACE Blogger Award
    Eleni Balkouli (Love4Weddings), Greece & Cyprus

Organiser: About QNA International
QNA International creates and delivers business learning and development exchange platforms through B2B conferences, bespoke events and trainings. The company also has an expertise in outsourced sponsorship sales and key account management. www.qnainternational.com

From the celebration of love under the stars, romance and roses, and especially themed Valentine’s afternoon tea, the city’s iconic beachfront property knows exactly how to make romantic hearts beat a little bit faster on this special occasion.

Experience an unforgettable evening and make your special someone realises how much you care with our ultimate dining experience under the stars. Savour a sumptuous four-course set menu specially prepared by our culinary experts on an elegantly decorated private cabana which is ideally set overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the grandeur of the Palm Islands. Accompanied by a bottle of premium bubbly served by your own personal “cupid” butler, let us turn this night to one of the magical moments worth remembering. Package price starts from AED 3,000 with a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Champagne, AED 5,000 with a bottle of Moet & Chandon Rosé to AED 7, 000 with a bottle of Billecart Salmon Champagne plus our resident Harpist playing exclusively for both of you.

Romance and Roses

Fresh scented rose petals, delicately strewn along the pathways of Splendido, set the scene for a romantic evening. At AED 1,500 per couple including a premium bottle of bubbly, relish into a four-course set menu carefully prepared with love by Head Chef Alfonzo just for the night. Adding a romantic twist to your dining experience is a guitarist who is specially commissioned to serenade you with the world’s most sought-after love songs.

The Library Bar Valentine’s Dinner

Indulge in a three-course set menu perfectly paired with a glass of sparkling grape vintage that will for sure tickle your taste buds at The Library Bar. Complemented by heartwarming tunes from our resident pianist, for AED 390 per person, turn back the clock and rekindle that unique feeling from your first date experience this Valentine’s Day.

My Valentine Afternoon Tea

Alternatively, for couples searching for a daytime celebration, Pastry Chef Ashik has skillfully created especially themed afternoon tea menu to be shared with your only love. For AED 150 per person, sit back and enjoy the romantic colonial of our Lobby Lounge while our resident harpist enhances the mood with tunes of love. Available from 10 to 14 February.

• Full details and pricing can be found at ritzcarlton.com. For reservations or inquiries, please contact 971 4 318 6150 or e-mail dine.dubai@ritzcarlton.com

I just loved this hotel it was simply stunning. From the first impression of driving through the long drive way with the most beautiful fountains with tiled features. Our bags were quickly whisked away, and was led into one of the many beautiful areas of the lobby to sample true Arabic hospitality of wonderful tea and fresh dates. Through the window from the lobby I saw the most beautiful red, gold Bedouin tents either side of the magnificent swimming pool.

We had been upgraded to a suite, and once I opened the door I was so shocked how amazing it was quite literally an apartment I could live in. It had a large lounge room, with a sizable kitchen with fridge and coffee machine, and guest bathroom.

The view from the balcony was of the swimming pool and the lake with the dancing fountains. No matter where you are in Dubai, one glimpse of the city skyline and you will spot at least a dozen architectural wonders that have made their way into the record books.

The bed was incomparable and so comfortable and the bathroom has to be one of the largest I have seen, with separate shower, bath as does all the luxury hotels we experienced.

I could quite have happily just stayed in the suite the entire time, so I had to really push myself to freshen up and see what the area had to offer. I loved to do a bit of shopping in the wonderful Souk next door for a few souvenirs and see the lovely local products. You must have a spot of lunch at Shakespeare and Co it is right next door and provides a cozy, chic ambience where we enjoyed an eclectic menu in the warm sunshine.

The Palace Downtown Dubai is directly connected with the Souk Al Bahar, facing The Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa , the world’s tallest tower and just a step away from The Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping centre in the world. As a shoppers paradise, Gold Jewellery, designer clothes, cameras oriental rugs you will find it in Dubai. In the ancient souks to the 5 star luxurious shopping malls you will be spoilt for choice.

If you are looking to get married in Dubai then I can certainly suggest this hotel.  Located on the 3rd level and overlooking the Burj Lake, The Royale Ballroom can comfortably accommodate up to 250 seated guests, 400 for a cocktail party, or be tailored to suit your intimate functions.

With elegant balconies, a private entrance and reception area, The Royale is a prestigious and worthy location.For a unique experience, take your ceremony or reception outside by the pool. Arabian tents add a touch of desert mystique and spectacular views of Burj Khalifa with stunning landscaping create a glamorous and memorable wedding.The Palace Downtown Dubai offers six eclectic wedding packages to select from, each tailor-made to provide them the ultimate array of options.

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