When weddings are made in heaven, receptions are held in Sydney.
As Rhoda Roberts rightly puts it, the spirit of Sydney can only be defined as soulful, sexy and sophisticated.
The people, the lifestyle, the landscape, the sky, the harbour, the icons, the culture, the art - everything that is Sydney proclaims it! And where else would you want your big day to happen if not in the most sexy, soulful and sophisticated city that is also the most happening, exciting city of the world? In Sydney, the options for a wedding reception venue are many.
The wedding reception setting can be ooh-so quiet and romantic or just cool and casual or absolutely sophisticated and stylish! Again, the venues can be outdoors or indoors, on the waterfront or right on the Sydney Harbour! Whether it be a spring, summer, fall or winter wedding, in Sydney, there are options and ideas galore! As there is no setting more spectacular than the harbour in Sydney, the most popular locations lie around the Sydney Harbour.
Sydney is a place well endowed by nature.
There are vast areas of parklands which are naturally pleasing to the eye that really can do without human interventions for beautification which might inevitably spoil them! The Royal Botanic Gardens is one of the city's favourite venues for weddings and receptions with its expansive lush green lawns and beautiful gardens and heritage buildings.
The sandstone buildings evoke nostalgia, and the country gardens, garden steps, awnings and eaves have an old world charm which naturally renders the setting romantic! These venues are usually done up by the clients according to their own personal ideas and preferences.
The glasshouse provides a unique atmosphere while the lawns provide a breathtaking view of the Sydney Harbour with the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and all! The Rocks is a historic area where every stone, laneway and street corner tells the tales of a bygone era! The Rocks has lots of garden lands as well as sophisticated, stylish restaurants and hotels that provide fabulous venues for weddings and receptions.
There are churches too that would provide ideal locations for those who wish to walk down the aisle the traditional way.
Fort Denison, a heritage site that has witnessed the history and evolution of Sydney, provides a unique setting with its beautiful sandstone structure.
Over and above, inherent in the package is the romance of getting wed on a cute, small island with a 360-degree view of the Sydney Harbour, the icons and the city skyline! There are other island locations too like the Clark Island which are popular spots due to their landscape and harbour views and huge potential for enchanting photography to keep the special day fresh in the memory for years to come.
The Broadwalks and Forecourt of Sydney Opera House provide famous venues for wedding receptions with a view of the harbour and the Harbour Bridge.
The stairs, the landings, the lobbies and every other nook and corner of the Opera House render ideal locations to strike lovey-dovey camera poses to treasure fond memories of the big day! If not the waterfront, why not the beach? Sydney is a beautiful land bordered by a string of delightful beaches! The crystal blue waters, the pearl-white sands and the flawless blue sky together form a very pretty backdrop.
The ambience of the Sydney beaches are so inviting that you would be tempted to kick your shoes off, sink your feet into the sand and exchange your wedding vows with the waves washing your feet! In case you are tempted, do not hesitate; just go right ahead and give in to the temptation! In this exciting city, it is perfectly natural to do so! A little magic, a touch of exclusivity, a blend of sophistication and style and a lifetime of romance is the promise that awaits you on a Sydney Harbour Wedding cruise! It has all the elements of a dream wedding - the setting, the views, the music, the food, the wine and the fairytale mood.
And the couple sails right away into wedded bliss!