What should I know before I contact The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou?

To ensure that the hotel’s Wedding Team is able to start helping you immediately, keep a few facts in mind when taking this first step toward your perfect wedding:

• Approximate dates for the event


• Alternate dates in case of scheduling conflicts


• Your estimated budget


• An estimate for the number of guests you plan to invite

How far in advance should I reserve my preferred date?

In China, the Labor Day holiday, National Day holiday and weekends in May and October are popular dates for wedding celebrations and in some cases are reserved two years in advance. Other dates are typically available on shorter notice. The Ladies and Gentlemen of the hotel’s Wedding Team will be pleased to advise you on availability.

How late can I confirm the number of guests attending my wedding celebration?

In order to ensure the quality and quantity of food offered at your celebration, the Catering Department requires an exact number of guests at least 72 hours prior to the start of the event. Since this is how many meals will be prepared, this figure will be considered a guarantee and will be billed in total even if fewer guests actually attend your event.

Can I hold my celebration outdoors?

The Wedding Team constantly scouts new venues and can offer several options for elegant outdoor celebrations.

Do I need a Wedding Coordinator?

A Wedding Coordinator will instill your celebration with a level of professionalism, confidence and poise that is difficult to achieve without expert support. In addition to helping you achieve your inner vision in terms of design and organization, Wedding Coordinators will further assist with:

• Etiquette and protocol for your ceremony


• A “Wedding Day Timeline” with which to organize yourself and your wedding party


• Recommendations for outside professionals such as florists, musicians, photographers and designers


• Consultation on menu and beverage selections


• Guidance through your menu tasting and consolidating your thoughts


• Overseeing the “behind the scenes” operation of your event while you enjoy the festivities

What will The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou provide for my celebration?

Rentals of The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou’s ballroom or other hotel facilities will include:

• Full food and beverage catering


• Tables, table linens, silverware, glassware and chairs


• A dance floor and stage


• Setup and staging


• A scheduled ceremony rehearsal


• An on-site Wedding Concierge to greet and assist your guests

How can I further personalize my celebration?

In addition to the comprehensive planning and execution of your wedding celebration, the Ladies and Gentlemen of the Wedding Team can assist in acquiring hand-picked accouterments to reflect your personal style, vision and character. Such “personal touches” might include authentic Chiavari chairs; specialty linens, base plates and bespoke menu cards; thoughtful welcome baskets for guests; intimate gifts for bridesmaids and groomsmen and much more—let your imagination be your guide!

What kind of floral arrangements are available?

The Wedding Team will help you to transform your artistic vision into elegant table centerpieces created by our in-house florist, while simultaneously sourcing top-quality flowers from external vendors with which to line the ballroom’s aisles and stage.

What preparations are needed three months before the big day?
Confirm your invitation text and design with a hotel-recommended printer.

What preparations are needed two months before the big day?
Schedule a menu tasting so you can make the most informed catering decisions possible.

What preparations are needed one month before the big day?
The short answer? Many! Here is a checklist of major actions and decisions that are best handled with time to spare:

• Mail invitations


• Confirm guests’ special dietary requirements (i.e., vegetarian)


• Confirm Master of Ceremonies and/or Program Coordinator


• Meet with your Catering Sales Manager to finalize menus, beverage selections, event program and decorations, music selections, ballroom layout and billing arrangements


• Prepare seating plan

What preparations are needed two weeks before the big day?
Confirm attendance based on invitation responses.

What preparations are needed one week before the big day?
Meet with your Catering Sales Manager to finalize and confirm:

• Attendance


• Table layout and seating plans


• Your event program


• Any last-minute requests

 

10 to 20 Tables

• One-Night Stay in a Club City View Suite for Honeymoon


• Red Bedding Setup, Dessert and Breakfast for two the Next Morning
  


• Professional Wedding Service Team


• Wedding Invitation


• Stage Backdrop


• Decorative Wedding Cake for Ceremony


• Champagne Tower


• Floral Centerpiece


• LCD Projector with Screen


• Free Flow of Soft Drink


• One Complimentary House Wine Per Table


• Pre-dinner dessert for the new couple
  


• Complimentary Parking for 20% of Wedding Guests


• 5% Savings for Baby Shower or Birthday Party (Not suitable for alcohol and public holidays)
  


• Individual Bridal Dressing Room

21 or More Tables 

• Upgrade Honeymoon Suite
  


• Food Tasting Lunch for up to 6 Persons

A curated wedding experience with Pronovias, one of the world’s leading luxury bridal design brand based in Barcelona, Spain. The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou is pleased to partner with Pronovias to co-create your wedding experience last for lifetime.

Exclusive Wedding Offer: RMB 1,580* for one person. 100 guests or above may enjoy following benefit:

• One night  Honeymoon suite accommodation upgrade to Carlton Suite River View
  *Welcome fruit and desserts are provided. Buffet breakfast for 2 persons.
  *Delicate bedding setup for the wedding room
  *Late check-out till 4pm subject to availability


• Chauffeured Mercedes-Benz limousine service – S300 for 4 hours (Tianhe District / Yuexiu District / Haizhu District / Liwan District)


• Professional banquet team service to make the event go smoothly


• A wide selection of exquisite wedding invitation cards


• A wide selection of stylish table cloths and seat covers


• A ceremonial mock-up wedding cake


• Champagne tower & one bottle of sparkling wine are provided


• Fresh flower decoration for reception desk and table centerpiece


• LCD projector with screen photo display


• Ceiling sound system and wireless mic


• Electronic signage display at reception area


• Palatable wedding nuts and candy


• Customize wedding Thank-you gift for each guest


• Free flow of soft drinks throughout the wedding


• One bottle of imported red wine or white wine per table


• In-room dining for wedding couple before or after wedding


• 20% savings on parking for wedding guests


• Individual bridal dressing room


• RMB2, 000 F&B credit in hotel restaurant for the couple’s 1st wedding anniversary


• One-hour of non-alcohol welcome reception


• Limited edition one set of Pronovias wedding bridal gown vouchers (See attached)


• Addition offer for Pronovias ’s recommended customer enjoy the snacks at the welcome reception (30% number of people provided)

*All-Inclusive price. Above offer is valid until December 31, 2020. For reservations or more information, please call (86 20) 3813 6846 or email rc.canrz.ccs@ritzcarlton.com.

Pronovias Exclusive Offer to Ritz-Carlton Hotels in China

• Free fitting on Pronovias bridal gowns (valued at RMB1,000, maximum 3 pieces)


• One door gift upon the visit to Pronovias retail/wholesale store

For The Ritz-Carlton guests:

• RMB3,000 savings upon purchase of each Pronovias bridal gown


• RMB1,000 savings upon one rental order of Pronovias bridal gown(s)

For bride-to-be referred by The Ritz-Carlton guests:

• RMB1,000 savings upon purchase of each Pronovias bridal gown


• RMB500 savings upon one rental order of Pronovias bridal gown(s)