Schedule
We recommend arriving in town on Friday evening or night, October 25th. After checking in, you take some time to explore Dona Paula—it’s a great spot! The wedding festivities begin the next morning, Saturday the 26th, with a breakfast to kick off the celebrations. Get ready for a weekend full of fun and excitement!
We’ve also put together some dress code suggestions for the four wedding events to help guide you. These are just friendly recommendations—please feel free to follow your own style and don’t feel obligated to follow them strictly!
breakfast
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM | 26th October 2024
We'll start the day with a breakfast buffet at the hotel restaurant as we set the stage for a weekend of celebration and fun!
Haldi
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | 26th October 2024
Join us for this lively pre-wedding ritual where family and friends will smear the bride and groom with a bright yellow turmeric paste, believed to ward off evil, bless the couple with glowing skin, and kickstart the celebrations with lots of fun, laughter, and a bit of mess!
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​Suggested Attire: Casual wear in shades of Yellow, Orange, or White.
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If you’re up for some Holi-style color play and a splash on the beach, do join in! Wear something comfortable that you won’t mind getting stained or wet with turmeric and organic colors.
holi by the beach
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | 26th October 2024
We'll have an hour of Holi on the beach, followed by a short break to refresh and rinse off before getting ready for the Mehendi.
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P.S - Do carry your flipflops if you intend to get on the beach!
Mehendi & lunch
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM | 26th October 2024
After the morning festivities, we’ll continue the fun with a delicious lunch by the pool and mehendi time in the adjacent garden.
Suggested Attire: Embrace vibrant and playful colors like green, pink, yellow, orange or more. This event is all about having fun, so choose something festive yet comfortable—especially if you'd like to get henna on your hands.​​​
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Ideas for Women: Flowy dresses, lightweight sarees, co-ord sets, or kaftans in vibrant prints. Opt for breathable fabrics like cotton, chiffon, or georgette to stay cool by the beach
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Ideas for Men: Lightweight kurtas with trousers, colorful beachy shirts with chinos, or a relaxed dhoti set for a festive yet comfortable look
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lounge by the pool
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM | 26th October 2024
For those of you wanting to cool off in the pool, do jump in whenever! We'll also have some floates for the kiddos to have some fun.
Splash Essentials: Don’t forget your (and your kid's) swimwear if you plan to get into the pool, and plenty of sunscreen for daytime.
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seista
Afternoon | 26th October 2024
In Goa, it's tradition to take a long nap after lunch—helps digest all the beer, wine, and food! We're planning to do just that, so we can recharge and be ready for the evening's big event.
Sundowner and Dinner
5:30 PM | 26th October 2024
We've got a fun cocktail dinner lined up on the lawns. We'll kick things off right at sunset on the beach, starting around 5:30 PM.
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Suggested attire: Western or Indian outfits in black or white
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Ideas for women: It can be an evening gown, cocktail dress, or a saree or lehenga in black or white
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Ideas for men: Black or white suits, or Indian attire like a kurta set or a sherwani/bandhgala for a modern yet traditional touch
a good night's sleep
Remember, it’s not a marathon, it’s a sprint to the altar. Catch those Z’s and see you at sunrise!
Sunrise Wedding
7:00 AM | 27th October 2024
​We've got a wedding ceremony kicking off at 7 AM (yes, you read that right!). It will be a traditional South Indian affair, with breakfast served alongside.
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See you at dawn!
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Suggested attire: South Indian traditional wear
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Ideas for women: Consider sarees or any traditional Indian attire
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Ideas for men: Veshtis (traditional Tamil/Telugu attire) with angavastram or kurtas/dhotis for a traditional yet comfortable look
farewells
11:00 AM | 27th October 2024
We will take a moment to say our goodbyes to friends and family. Feel free to checkout some sights and sounds nearby to complete your weekend in Goa!