When it comes to weddings, everyone has their own personal idea of how that very special day should unfold. The style of the Aman Luxury Hotel, the choice of food and the activities to be done with the guests, faithfully reflect the tastes and personalities of the newly married couple: there are those who prefer sober and intimate celebrations, with only a few guests; those who want to celebrate with style in the most luxurious setting possible; those who give special importance to good food and good wine; and those who prefer to focus on the experiential aspect, organizing a series of activities with their guests so as to build the memory of a unforgettable day.
In all these cases, however, the common element – and also the most crucial one – is to be in a place that makes you feel welcomed, at ease, in short that makes you feel you are in the right place at the right time. This aspect rhymes with the very concept of marriage: choosing the right person who for the rest of our lives will make us feel that we are always at home.
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Choosing the location: the key element for an unforgettable day
The venue where we choose to celebrate our wedding is not only the place where we will experience the most beautiful and important day of our lives, but it is also the one that will serve as the setting for our wedding video, a memory that we will keep forever and show to our loved ones in the years to come. It is therefore essential that it be a venue that captures the essence of our union, adds a touch of magic and remains etched in the memory of all those who attend this celebration of love.
For a couple who has just decided to get married, however, the choice of location can be perhaps the biggest challenge of the entire event organization. There are thousands of venues that offer traditional wedding services, but today I am telling you about a very special venue that is part of a unique luxury hotel chain: the Aman Hotel in Venice, part of the Aman Resorts chain.
Discovering Aman Hotels and resorts
Aman Hotels is a world-renowned luxury hotel chain. It was founded in 1988 by Adrian Zecha, who opened the first location in Phuket, Thailand. Zecha had a very specific idea in mind of what he wanted the hotel of his dreams to be like: private, cozy, and intended only for a small number of people, so that the hotel staff could take care of the well-being of its guests all round. For this reason, he chose to build a hotel with a very limited number of rooms.
This very aspect had been looked upon with suspicion by the banks, who had been wary of investing money on such an ambitious and fragile project, from their point of view. Zecha therefore decided to finance the hotel out of his own pocket, and within a few years he had opened as many as 35 resorts in 20 countries, 15 of which are located near or within UNESCO-protected sites. The exclusivity of its facilities and the limited number of guests they can accommodate have become its strengths and hallmarks.
The name Aman comes from Sanskrit and means “peace.” The name carries with it the entire ideology of the company, whose concept is precisely to immerse guests within a natural, discreet, authentic setting. The feeling one gets when entering an Aman hotel is the same as if entering a private home, where only a few are welcomed. The facilities are characterized by their holistic approach, their deep connection with nature and the culture of the surrounding populations: each hotel presents a unique and special design, because it faithfully respects the place that hosts it.
In this way, guests immediately feel a deep sense of connection with the geography and cultural heritage of each land, and their stories are intertwined and mutually enriching. Aman offers a safe haven anywhere in the world, from the high peaks of Bhutan to electrifying Tokyo. Some of its most exclusive properties can be found in Montenegro, the U.S., Vietnam, India, Greece, Indonesia, the Dominican Republic, and … Italy!
Aman group’s core values
The commitment and love that this hotel chain has for nature are not marketing gimmicks to attract customers from all over the world, but are a real mission: the Aman is aware of the importance of sustainability, especially at this time in history, and has always been actively involved in preserving the environment in which each property is located, adopting sustainable practices and contributing to the preservation of local ecosystems.
The cardinal principle on which the chain is founded is to make the guest feel special, dedicating themselves to their every need and fulfilling their every request, which is why the Aman offers highly personalized services for each guest. Each of these factors contributes to making the Aman Hotels truly perfect venues for any wedding…whatever your idea of a wedding may be!
The Aman Venice: a luxury experience in the heart of Venice
In Italy we boast an Aman Hotel in the most unique and enchanting city of all: Venice.
The Aman Venice is one of the most iconic and charming luxury hotels in the entire city. It is housed in Palazzo Papadopoli, one of the eight sumptuous palaces that stand on the Grand Canal-the most important canal of the Serenissima-just a few steps from St. Mark’s Square. The location of this hotel is unparalleled, because on the one hand it is the perfect place from which to explore the city, since it is located at one of the most central points, and on the other hand it allows a breathtaking and incredibly romantic view of Venice. Can you imagine the beauty of a wedding video with such a scenery?
You don’t visit Venice every day…if you choose to get married in this unique city in the world, it makes sense for you to rely on a venue that makes you feel the very essence of the Serenissima and that cherishes and respects its centuries-old traditions in every detail.
The wonders of Palazzo Papadopoli
The interiors of the palace and rooms, curated by designer Jean-Michel Gathy, are both very sober and enriched with Rococo – style artwork. The contrast between these two elements-ancient and contemporary, simplicity and luxury – creates a refined and sophisticated atmosphere, making this location perfect for couples who want as elegant a wedding as possible.
Outside, guests can enjoy magnificent private gardens (very rare in Venice), where you can have breakfast, dine, or simply relax and enjoy the enchanting view.
The gastronomy service at the Aman Hotel is a true excellence. Given its respect and love for Italian culture, the Aman could hardly fail to guarantee a restaurant worthy of one of Italy’s most important cities! In its Arva restaurant, one can enjoy the freshest and most seasonal products (two factors that once again underscore the company’s commitment to sustainability), cooked based on traditional Italian and Venetian recipes.
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How to plan your wedding at Aman hotels
Ask newlywed couples or wedding planners: planning your big day is not easy, there are many things to pay attention to and take care of the details. Certainly, a big difference is made by the facility you rely on! Planning your wedding at Aman chain hotels is guaranteed to be an unparalleled experience. Not only will you be able to celebrate in an exclusive and uncrowded venue, ensuring all the privacy and assistance you need, but you will be immersed in a setting of luxury and elegance that will overwhelm you both during your wedding day and every time you relive that day through your wedding video.
Aman Hotels offer the best setting to capture every significant moment of your wedding in a film that will be a true masterpiece. From intimate preparations in the luxury of suites, to ceremonies in private gardens, to celebrations in exclusive restaurants, every moment can be captured in a video that reflects the sophistication, love, and inherent beauty of your special day.
Why it is essential to rely on a team of experts in the field
The venue, no matter how beautiful, does not manage itself: you need a team of great professionals who are able to enhance and make the most of it.
The role of the wedding planner is a must, especially for the organization of events of a certain level and scope because they must be able to bring to life the bride and groom’s vision of their perfect day and relieve them of so many organizational and practical issues to enable them to enjoy the preparations and the wedding day to the fullest.
The wedding planner is also helpful in choosing the vendors for the event: a task that is not easy considering that it is not enough to turn to a single company to do all the work, but to have a perfect event you need to turn to the best in each category. You will want the most beautiful flowers, the best musicians, the best photographer, and the best videographer!
Try to imagine your wedding venue as a beautiful theater-choose freely, we have plenty of them in Italy! – and you as the protagonists of a magnificent opera. Would you ever allow the first chamber quartet to accompany this moment? Clearly not, you would want the best orchestra, with the best musicians who can set the emotions of that moment to music.
Likewise, choosing a dream location without relying on competent staff to orchestrate that day would be a waste indeed. With the help of industry professionals, you can turn your wedding at Aman Hotels into an enchanting visual tale, a treasure trove of memories that you can relive and share for a lifetime.
The importance of the videographer for a luxury wedding in Venice
I may be a partisan, but the figure of the videomaker I believe is among the most important within the organization of a wedding. Apart from the importance of witnessing the moment and following step by step the day you will want to remember for a lifetime, I believe it is also my responsibility as a videomaker to enhance all the work of the entire organizing team.
What is the point of having a dream setting and top players in each industry if the beauty of these things is not emphasized in your wedding video? The risk of working with an unprofessional videomaker is to receive a video that is a mere reportage and lacks emphasis on the right things. A good videomaker is able to bring to life elements that others would consider merely fringe.
So don’t hesitate and always remember to pair your dream location with an appropriate dream team!
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