Franco and Lea met in South Africa shortly after Lea resigned from her job in Cape Town and planned to return to Switzerland.
We then decided to go on vacation with friends to Bali, where we both knew that our story had just begun. After Bali, our paths separated for a few weeks before Lea came back to South Africa for a few months to stay with Franco. Due to visa restrictions, Lea had to return and wait for her work visa to be issued. Little did we know that COVID had other plans, and Lea was stuck in Switzerland for 8 months. Once the South African border opened to the public, Lea flew back to South Africa, and Franco and Lea were joyfully reunited.
A year later, Franco took Lea to Knysna, where he proposed to her on the beach. After we popped a bottle of champagne to celebrate, we found ourselves surrounded by baboons and had to wade into the cold water until they left.
We can’t wait to celebrate our special day with you and look forward to seeing each and every one of you at Gourikwa!
We’d be delighted to have you join us for our special day! Please RSVP by December 1st to help us plan accordingly. Your presence would mean the world to us.
We can’t wait to celebrate our special day with you and look forward to seeing each and every one of you at Gourikwa!
We are overjoyed to share this special moment in our lives with you, and your presence at our wedding is truly a gift in itself.
Switzerland holds a special place in our hearts, and it’s where we’ve chosen to begin our new life as a married couple. However, logistics being what they are, we’ve come to the realization that traveling back to Switzerland with a lot of material possessions will be quite challenging.
Therefore, we would be very grateful for any monetary contributions in place of traditional gifts.
Thank you for being a part of our journey.
We invite all our guests to request their favorite dance floor tunes, so we can keep the party grooving with the beats that make you move!
To kick off the wedding festivities, we invite all our guests to join us for a special South African braai on Friday night. This informal gathering will be a perfect way to unwind, socialize, and enjoy grilled dishes. It’s an opportunity to connect with other guests and get into the celebratory spirit.
We suggest that all our guests arrive at the venue on Friday to be part of this memorable pre-wedding event. It’s a chance to settle in, relax, and get to know each other before the big day. We can’t wait to start the wedding weekend with this warm and friendly gathering.
We’re committed to making your stay at our venue comfortable and memorable.
Keep an eye out for more updates and detailed information about the wedding weekend. We can’t wait to celebrate with you and create beautiful memories together in this beautiful setting.
We’re excited to share all the details about accommodation at our venue and the special pre-wedding braai on Friday night.
At the beautiful venue, we offer a range of accommodation options to suit your preferences:
To ensure everyone feels comfortable and at their best, we’ve chosen a formal dress code.
This means we’d love to see you dressed in your finest attire. The twist? We’re also embracing a burst of colors. So, whether you prefer classic blacks or vibrant hues that reflect your personality, you’re encouraged to express yourself through your choice of colors.
Let’s make this day as vibrant and beautiful as our love story. We can’t wait to see you in your stunning and colorful ensembles!
We’re also excited to let you know that there’s a pool, and the glistening ocean is just a stone’s throw away.
So, don’t hesitate to pack your swimwear! We encourage our guests to take a refreshing dip, whether it’s in the inviting pool or the beautiful ocean. It’s all part of the coastal experience, and we can’t wait to create memories that include both celebration and seaside fun. Get ready to make a splash!
