{"id":11036992,"date":"2024-12-29T21:44:59","date_gmt":"2024-12-29T21:44:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/?p=11036992"},"modified":"2024-12-29T21:58:11","modified_gmt":"2024-12-29T21:58:11","slug":"the-10th-annual-dwp-zimbabwe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/the-10th-annual-dwp-zimbabwe\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load\" title=\"Destination Wedding Planners Congress 2024 | Zimbabwe, Africa | 10th Edition | Exclusive\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"about:blank\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/henS8rOkSRE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><noscript><iframe title=\"Destination Wedding Planners Congress 2024 | Zimbabwe, Africa | 10th Edition | Exclusive\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/henS8rOkSRE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/noscript>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dwpinsider.com\/worlds-leading-luxury-wedding-experts-head-to-zimbabwe-for-the-10th-annual-destination-wedding-planners-congress\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dwpinsider.com\/worlds-leading-luxury-wedding-experts-head-to-zimbabwe-for-the-10th-annual-destination-wedding-planners-congress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress, <\/a>celebrated as the world&#8217;s foremost B2B platform for destination weddings, is set to embark on an African adventure from April 15th to 17th, 2024. QNA International organizes this event in collaboration with Strategic Event Partner RSVP Events amidst the stunning scenery of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Celebrating ten years of excellence, the DWP Congress is a pivotal event for the destination wedding industry, offering endless possibilities and acting as a crucial gathering for industry professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1.webp\" alt=\"Train crossing scenic bridge amidst lush greenery\" class=\"wp-image-11046942\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1.webp\" alt=\"Train crossing scenic bridge amidst lush greenery\" class=\"wp-image-11046942\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/1-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress &#8211; Zimbabwe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tapiwa Mukoti, Founder &amp; Managing Director of RSVP Events, Zimbabwe, is excited to host <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/real-wedding-tuscany\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"632\">luxury wedding<\/a> experts in her homeland, showcasing the rich offerings of Zimbabwe. The event promises an authentic African hospitality experience over three days, <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/luxury-caribbean-honeymoons\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"630\">featuring a gala in the wild and a sunset cruise<\/a> on the Zambezi River, highlighting Zimbabwe as a prime wedding destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1.webp\" alt=\"Woman smiling outdoors, floral archway over water\" class=\"wp-image-11046945\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1.webp\" alt=\"Woman smiling outdoors, floral archway over water\" class=\"wp-image-11046945\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/6-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress &#8211; Zimbabwe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kevin Lee, Founder of Luxury Events By Kevin Lee, USA, and a renowned celebrity wedding specialist shares his enthusiasm for the Congress, particularly its high standards and the unique experience of African jungles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1.webp\" alt=\"Man in suit, elegant interior with plants.\" class=\"wp-image-11046944\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1.webp\" alt=\"Man in suit, elegant interior with plants.\" class=\"wp-image-11046944\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/7-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress &#8211; Zimbabwe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simba Shamu, the founder of Amikam <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/unlocking-the-secrets-of-the-luxury-market-introducing-the-luxpreneur\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"634\">Media<\/a>, Zimbabwe, and official videography partner, sees Congress as an opportunity to showcase Africa&#8217;s beauty and cultural richness, aiming to attract more attention to the continent as a leading wedding destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gideon Hermosa, Founder &amp; CEO of House of Hermosa, Philippines, one of the world&#8217;s leading <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/the-luxury-wedding-show-2\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"633\">floral designers<\/a>, is honoured to be part of this year&#8217;s Congress. He looks forward to exploring technology integration in <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/member-spotlight-nilyum-wedding-and-event-design\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"636\">event and wedding designs<\/a>, emphasizing the role of AI in enhancing design concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1.webp\" alt=\"Man with roses; lavish ornate venue interior.\" class=\"wp-image-11046943\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1.webp\" alt=\"Man with roses; lavish ornate venue interior.\" class=\"wp-image-11046943\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/8-1-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress &#8211; Zimbabwe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zillah Chilowa, Lead <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/top-15-luxury-wedding-planners-uk\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"631\">Wedding Planner at Tangerine Co Event Designing &amp; Planning<\/a>, Zimbabwe, appreciates the Congress for the opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and thought leaders, network, and gain exposure to new ideas and innovations. Hosting the event in Victoria Falls offers a convenient and attractive option for participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tami Walker, Founder of Tami Walker Fine Art Photography, Zimbabwe, a supporting partner of the Congress, highlights Victoria Falls as an idyllic <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/qatar-successfully-hosts-the-9th-annual-destination-wedding-planners-congress\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"638\">wedding destination<\/a> and is proud to support the event, aiming to promote Victoria Falls as a top destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design.webp\" alt=\"Smiling man in suit; DWP Congress logo.\" class=\"wp-image-11046941\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design.webp\" alt=\"Smiling man in suit; DWP Congress logo.\" class=\"wp-image-11046941\" title=\"The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress - Zimbabwe\" srcset=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design.webp 1000w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-300x180.webp 300w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-770x462.webp 770w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-500x300.webp 500w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-293x176.webp 293w, https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/untitled-design-390x234.webp 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners Congress &#8211; Zimbabwe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Congress will feature prominent speakers, including Mark C Thompson, Dr. Bonita S. Thompson, Dr. Daniel Langer, Tapiwa Mukoti, Devika Narain, <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/savoy-karen-tran-floral-masterclass\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"637\">Karen Tran<\/a>, Matthew Oliver, and Morin Oluwole, among other industry connoisseurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sidh NC, Director at QNA International, is dedicated to shaping the future of <a href=\"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/destination-wedding-congress\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"635\">destination weddings through the Congress<\/a>, aiming to set new global benchmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 10th Annual DWP Congress aims to network with international wedding industry players, gain valuable insights, explore new trends and opportunities, and experience the adventurous offerings of Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 10th Annual Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Congress, celebrated as the world&#8217;s foremost B2B platform for destination weddings, is set to embark on an African adventure from April 15th to 17th, 2024. QNA International organizes this event in collaboration with Strategic Event Partner RSVP Events amidst the stunning scenery of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Celebrating ten years of excellence, the DWP Congress is a pivotal event for the destination wedding industry, offering endless possibilities and acting as a crucial gathering [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":11046942,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[78],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11036992","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-media-partners"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11036992","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11036992"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11036992\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11046942"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11036992"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11036992"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/5starweddingdirectory.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11036992"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}