Everything for a Wedding Reception
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Planning a wedding in the dry tropics means building the day around two things: the season and, if the island is involved, the ferry. Settle those first and the rest of the team falls into place.
Who to line up, and in roughly what order:
Celebrant fees listed start from $380 or $550, and photographers from $275 or $300; ask what hours and inclusions each quote covers.
Yes. Island venues at Arcadia, Nelly Bay and Picnic Bay take weddings, and several celebrants work on the island. Plan guest travel around the ferry or an overnight stay.
Some photographers, celebrants and other suppliers cover Magnetic Island; others do not, or charge for travel. Ask each one about the ferry and any extra costs.
Celebrants listed quote from $380 or $550. Ask what the fee covers, such as meetings, a rehearsal, the paperwork and travel.
Roughly May to October, during the dry season. Outside those months, book with a covered ceremony space and read each supplier's rebooking terms.
A chauffeured car suits the couple and bridal party; a coach or minibus moves guests between ceremony and reception, especially to venues in the suburbs or at Alligator Creek.
A full-service caterer cooks canapés, shared feasts and plated dinners, and a pizza food truck suits a relaxed late-night feed.
