We’d visited Bali a number of times before, loved the people and culture and it felt like the perfect location being far enough away from home for it to feel like a holiday but close and affordable enough to make it achievable for our guests.

When we started our search, it was easy to get lost in an abundance of beautiful wedding villas and locations or the endless supply of wedding planners promising the world but then getting caught up in rules, restrictions, logistics and fine print. It was all very overwhelming.

That’s when we remembered the most idyllic island we had visited on a previous trip. Nusa Lembongan – a short boat ride from the chaos of the mainland that was fun and laid back with plenty to do and see.

A quick google search and before we knew it we were in back and forth chats with Dominique and Andre at Hai Tide Beach Resort and booking our flights to inspect the property.

From the moment we stepped off the boat, we were wowed with the prime beachfront location, adorable beach lumbungs and quickly fell in love with the idea of our guests being able to all stay in the same location as the wedding ceremony and reception.

Dominique and Andre took the time to show us around the well maintained resort, provided us with easy to understand information about their wedding packages on offer and were well prepared to answer any questions we had.

Hai Tide had an amazing range of vendors to choose from in terms of music and entertainment, photographers and videographers as well as hair, makeup and flowers but were also flexible and willing to work with anyone outside of their available options, should we have chosen to.

Our guests were easily able to book and pay for their own accommodation and transfers for the weekend and when our time finally came around, everything ran smoother than we ever could have possibly imagined!

Everyone raved about Dominique and how accommodating she was to all of their requests throughout their stay.

Our day was absolutely magical. From the perfect August weather, the flowers and the setup, the ceremony, the music, the entertainment and of course the outstanding food and drinks! Everything was perfect and exceeded our expectations.

Dominique, Andre and the team at Hai Tide Beach Resort on Nusa Lembongan gave us the best day of our lives and we’re forever grateful.

 EMMA AND BRENDAN, GOT MARRIED AT HAI TIDE BEACH RESORT & HAI RI ZEN