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Carlo & Jai Jai

February 18, 2027  ·  
Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Carlo & Jai Jai
Carlo & Jai Jai

“We may speak different languages,
come from different lands, and live
different cultures, but somehow our
hearts still found the same home.”

Our Story

How It All Began

"Some love stories are written in the stars. Ours was written somewhere between a park in Bangkok, weekend flights across borders, and the mountains of Chiang Mai — the place that brought us together, and the place where we'll say forever."

Carlo and Jai Jai on their first date in Bangkok
January 2025

The First Date

Bangkok

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Carlo and Jai Jai exploring together
Feb – Mar 2025

Closing the Distance

Vietnam & Bangkok

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Carlo and Jai Jai travelling together in Southeast Asia
Our Life in Thailand

Golden Days

Thailand & Beyond

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Carlo and Jai Jai at a mountain viewpoint
Southeast Asia

Wanderers at Heart

Everywhere Together

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The Question

Valentine's Day 2026

Chiang Mai

Valentine's Day 2026 · Chiang Mai

On a Valentine's Day trip back to the place that started it all, Carlo proposed in the mountains of Chiang Mai. It felt right that it happened here — the city where we first connected, Jai Jai's favourite place in Thailand, and now ours together. It's only fitting that we marry here too. Without a moment's hesitation, Jai Jai said yes — and the next chapter began.

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Bloomemories terrace at golden hour overlooking the misty Chiang Mai mountains

The Celebration

18
February Two Thousand & Twenty-Seven

Bloomemories

Hang Dong  ·  Chiang Mai, Thailand

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Date 18 February 2027 Thursday
Ceremony 5:00 PM Arrivals from 4:00 PM
Venue Bloomemories Hang Dong, Chiang Mai
Attire Naturally You Light, breathable & garden-ready

Naturally You

No formal dress code, no script — wear whatever makes you feel most like yourself. A few gentle nudges below, mostly so the day takes good care of you.

Cool & Breathable

February in Chiang Mai is warm and dry. Linen, cotton, silk, light chiffon — anything that lets the breeze through will love you back.

Kind to Grass

The ceremony is on a garden lawn at Bloomemories. Wedge heels, block heels, or flats will save your evening — stilettos and grass don't get along.

Garden Palette

Warm tones, earthy hues, soft pastels — anything that suits the golden-hour light. We're keeping black and white for ourselves.

Beyond that — naturally you. If you feel beautiful in it, so will we.

The Venue

A Closer Look

Nestled in the hills just outside Chiang Mai, Bloomemories is a garden estate where the mountains meet the sky. Open-air pavilions, lush tropical grounds, and golden-hour light that feels like it was made for a wedding.

Bloomemories terrace at golden hour overlooking the misty Chiang Mai mountains
Elegant table setting at the Bloomemories terrace at sunset
Bloomemories building facade at pink dusk
Floral ceremony arch on the circular stage at golden hour

Location

Amphoe Hang Dong, 20 min south of Chiang Mai Old City

Setting

Open-air garden pavilions surrounded by tropical greenery and mountain views

Golden Hour

The Chiang Mai sunset paints the mountains in gold — the perfect backdrop for our vows

Our Favourite

We fell in love with this place the moment we walked in — and we know you will too

The Order of the Day

Order of the Day

From welcome drinks to the last dance under the stars.

4:00 PM

Welcome Drinks

Settle in with a drink and take in the garden.

5:00 PM

Ceremony

Vows beneath the open Chiang Mai sky.

5:30 PM

Cocktails & Golden Hour

Cocktails, live music, and a Chiang Mai sunset.

6:30 PM

Dinner & Speeches

A seated feast with words from the heart.

8:00 PM

Cake & Dancing

Cake cut, music up, dancing under the stars.

10:00 PM

After Party

Music and drinks until midnight.

"Every new place felt like home because we were together."

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Misty mountains of northern Thailand

The City We Love

Chiang
Mai.

We've explored a lot of the world together — and this city keeps pulling us back. Ancient temples, misty mountains, night markets lit by lanterns, and food that ruins all other food. You're about to understand why we chose it for the most important day of our lives.

Explore

Discover Chiang Mai

Our wedding is the perfect excuse for a Thai adventure. Arrive a few days early or stay a little longer — there's so much to see and do in the north. Here are some of our favourites.

Three elephants crossing a stream at an ethical Chiang Mai sanctuary

Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries

Walk alongside gentle giants at welfare-first sanctuaries like Elephant Nature Park — feed, bathe, and connect with these incredible creatures in the hills outside the city. No rides, no chains.

Limestone peaks of Doi Chiang Dao rising above lush jungle at golden hour

Chiang Dao

An hour and a half north, where limestone peaks rise straight out of the jungle. Sacred caves, hill-tribe villages, and the kind of slow misty mornings Chiang Mai itself can't offer.

Lush green village in the mountains

Mae Kampong Village

A magical hilltop village wrapped in mist and coffee trees. Wander the wooden walkways, sip local brew, and feel the slow pace of mountain life.

Golden-hour mist over the Pai valley with layered mountain silhouettes

Pai

A bohemian mountain town three hours north. Hot springs, canyons, waterfalls, and the most stunning sunsets in northern Thailand. Worth every curve of the drive.

Golden temple in Chiang Mai

Ancient Temples

Chiang Mai is the temple city of the north — from the mountaintop Doi Suthep to the serene Wat Chedi Luang in the Old City. Each one is more breathtaking than the last.

Sunflower-decorated wooden artisan studio at Baan Kang Wat

Artist Village

Tucked behind Wat Umong: a cluster of wooden artisan studios, indie cafés, and weekend market stalls around a leafy courtyard. The slow-afternoon, one-of-a-kind-gift kind of place.

Thai cooking class ingredients

Thai Cooking Classes

Start at the morning market picking fresh ingredients, then learn to make pad thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice from scratch. A delicious souvenir to take home.

Tropical waterfall in Chiang Mai jungle

Jungle Waterfalls

Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls let you climb up the cascading limestone, and Doi Inthanon hides emerald pools deep in the forest canopy.

We'll share a more detailed guide with restaurant picks and hidden gems closer to the date.

Carlo and Jai Jai wedding travel ticket

Getting There

Travel

We know most of you will be making the trip from Sheffield and the UK — and we promise, the journey is part of the adventure. There are no direct flights to Chiang Mai, but the connection through Bangkok is easy and frequent.

Whether you fly from Manchester or Heathrow, we'd encourage you to stop in Bangkok for a night or two on the way. February is peak dry season in northern Thailand — book flights at least six months ahead for the best fares.

Your Journey
MAN Manchester
~13h via Doha/Abu Dhabi
BKK Bangkok Stay 1–2 nights ✦
~1h 15m hop
CNX Chiang Mai A few days before the wedding ✦

or fly from London Heathrow (LHR) — ~11h 25m direct to Bangkok, often cheaper fares

MAN Manchester
~13h via Doha / Abu Dhabi
BKK Bangkok Stay 1–2 nights ✦
~1h 15m hop
CNX Chiang Mai A few days before the wedding ✦

or fly from London Heathrow (LHR) — ~11h 25m direct to Bangkok, often cheaper fares

Flights
From Manchester
Manchester (MAN) Bangkok (BKK)

The closest airport to Sheffield. No direct flights, but Qatar Airways via Doha and Etihad via Abu Dhabi both fly daily from Manchester with excellent connections. Total journey ~13–15 hours with layover. Often great fares, and no need to get down to London first.

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From London Heathrow
London (LHR) Bangkok (BKK)

Direct flights in ~11h 25min — Thai Airways and Eva Air both fly this route. Qatar and Etihad via their hubs often offer the most competitive fares. Heathrow is typically cheaper than flying from Manchester, so worth comparing both.

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Leg 2 — Into Chiang Mai
Bangkok (BKK) Chiang Mai (CNX)

~1h 15min — Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, AirAsia and Nok Air all run multiple daily departures. Flights are frequent and inexpensive — perfect for flexing your schedule around a Bangkok stopover.

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Stop in Bangkok on the way

Since you're flying through Bangkok anyway, why not make the most of it? A night or two in the city is a great way to break the journey, shake off jet lag, and ease into the trip before heading north. Explore the temples, eat everything in sight, wander through a night market, or just sink into a rooftop pool as the skyline lights up. Bangkok rewards spontaneity — and you'll arrive in Chiang Mai refreshed and ready to celebrate with us.

Suggested Timing
Your schedule

Fly from Manchester or Heathrow

Some of you might want your Thailand holiday before the wedding, others after — and that's completely up to you. Either way, we'd recommend being in Chiang Mai at least 2–3 days before the big day to settle in, shake off jet lag, and fall in love with the place.

If passing through

Bangkok Stopover

If you're connecting through Bangkok, take a night or two to explore. Sukhumvit and Silom are great areas to base yourself. Eat everything, see a temple, find a rooftop bar — you won't regret it.

By Feb 15–16

Arrive in Chiang Mai

We'd love you to have a few days here before the wedding. Wander the Old City moat roads, discover a rooftop bar, visit a temple, try a cooking class. You'll see why this place is so special to us.

February 18, 2027

The Wedding ✦

Bloomemories, Chiang Mai. We cannot wait to celebrate with you.

Feb 19 and beyond

Stay & Explore

Please don't rush home. Whether you head to the islands, explore more of the north, or just stay in Chiang Mai for the elephant sanctuaries, cooking schools, and night markets — give yourself at least a few more days. Thailand rewards those who linger.

Good to Know

February Weather

Dry season at its finest — 28–32°C, clear skies, low humidity. You'll be swapping a UK winter for warm golden days. Pack light, breathable clothing and a light layer for cool evenings.

Time Zone

Thailand is UTC+7 — that's 7 hours ahead of the UK in February (GMT). A good excuse to be an early riser and catch those golden mornings.

Visa

UK passport holders currently receive 30 days visa-free entry into Thailand — no advance application needed for a holiday. Just make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates.

Currency

Thai Baht (THB). ATMs are everywhere and cards are widely accepted at hotels and restaurants. Carry some cash for markets, street food, and tuk-tuks.

Getting Around

Grab (Thailand's Uber) works brilliantly. Red songthaews are fun and cheap for short hops. We'll be arranging shuttles from Chiang Mai to the venue on the wedding day.

Stay Connected

Pick up a Thai SIM at the airport (AIS or TrueMove) for around £8 — unlimited data for a week. WiFi is excellent at most hotels and cafés throughout the city.

Tamarind Village pool and traditional Lanna architecture in Chiang Mai

Where to Stay

Accommo­dation

Chiang Mai has distinct neighbourhoods — each with its own character. Here's where we'd recommend, depending on what you're after.

Baan Kang Wat artisan village nestled in lush greenery
Near the Venue ~10 min to venue

Hang Dong

Where the wedding is. A quieter, artisan district just south of the city — home to Baan Tawai woodcarving village, local cafes, and wide open space. Staying here means you're minutes from Bloomemories on the day. Less tourist-facing, more local charm.

Where We'd Stay

Tree Scape Retreat Resort Serene nature resort nestled in lush greenery with pools and spacious rooms. Feels like a jungle escape minutes from the venue.
Vanilla Hill Lodge Charming hill lodge with peaceful surroundings and a laid-back countryside feel. Quiet and cosy.
Rice Barn and Rooms Rustic-chic converted rice barns with character and charm. A unique stay with a real sense of place.
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Golden temple spires inside Chiang Mai's ancient Old City
Culture & Walkability ~25 min to venue

Old City

Inside the ancient moat walls. Temples on every corner, the famous Sunday Walking Street market, rooftop bars, and everything within walking distance. The best area for first-time visitors who want to be in the heart of it all.

Where We'd Stay

Tamarind Village from ~£160/night Colonial-Lanna boutique hidden behind giant tamarind trees. Pool, courtyard, village feel in the centre of everything. Perfect for couples looking for a luxurious few nights close to the city.
Na Nirand Romantic Boutique from ~£70/night Romantic riverside retreat with gorgeous gardens. Feels like a private estate — perfect for couples.
BED Phrasingh from ~£25/night Clean, modern, wallet-friendly. Steps from Wat Phra Singh and the best street food stalls. Great budget pick.
The Empire Nimman from ~£36/night Spacious rooms with balconies and mountain views, a terrace, fitness centre, and a highly rated buffet breakfast. Couples love the location — rated 9.3 out of 10.
Tri Yaan Na Ros Colonial House from ~£26/night A colonial-era oasis with a pool, teak-furnished rooms, and one of the most-praised hosts in Chiang Mai. Steps from the Silver Temple and the Wualai Road Night Market.
Browse Old City on Booking.com
Lush green rice paddies in the Mae Rim countryside
Nature & Luxury ~40 min to venue

Mae Rim

Twenty minutes north of the city, in the foothills. Rice paddies, jungle, and some of Thailand's finest luxury resorts. If you want to feel completely removed from the world and surrounded by nature, this is where to be. Worth the splurge.

Where We'd Stay

Veranda High Resort from ~£100/night Hilltop jungle retreat with stunning mountain views. Infinity pool, misty mornings, total serenity at a fraction of the price.
Bantunglom Resort from ~£37/night A tranquil escape in the middle of the rice fields — spacious rooms with balconies, mountain views, a huge soaking bath, exceptional breakfast included, and staff rated 9.5. Birdsong instead of traffic.
Private Wooden Pool Villa ~£137/night · whole villa A beautiful two-and-a-half-storey traditional Northern Thai wooden villa with a private pool and tropical garden. Perfect for a group of friends or family wanting their own slice of Mae Rim.
Browse Mae Rim on Booking.com
Lanna-style riverside villa with private pool and tropical garden
Coming as a Group?

Group Villas

If you're travelling with a crew, renting a whole villa together makes a lot of sense — more space, more fun, and often much better value per person. Here are two great options that can accommodate larger groups.

Whole-Villa Options

Riverside Oasis Sanctuary ~£59/pp · night A stunning 7-bedroom Lanna-style riverside estate with a private saltwater pool, tropical garden, and a full-time housekeeper. Fits up to 16 — just 3–5 minutes from the Old City. Rated 4.96 ★
Luxury Family Villa + 2 Bungalows ~£17/pp · avail. 17–22 Feb 6 bedrooms plus 2 self-contained bungalows for up to 14. Saltwater pool, gym, arcade machines, pool table, 2 electric bikes, and private cleaner included. English-speaking hosts. Rated 4.93 ★ — a Guest Favourite.
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Getting Your Bearings

Bloomemories is in Hang Dong, just south of the city centre. All recommended areas are within 10–40 minutes by car.

Come Celebrate

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We'd love nothing more than to have you there. Let us know by December 1, 2026.

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Thank you

Your RSVP has been received. We're so excited to celebrate with you in Chiang Mai.

See you on February 18th

From the Heart

Gift Us

Your presence at our wedding is truly all we could ask for. But if you'd like to give a little something toward our next chapter together, we've set up a simple Thai QR payment below. No pressure at all — being there with us is what matters most.

Thai QR Payment — scan to send a gift

Questions?

Frequently Asked

We love your loved ones! Due to venue capacity, please only bring a guest if your invitation indicates a plus one. If you're unsure, feel free to reach out to us directly.

There's no formal dress code — the theme is Naturally You. Wear what makes you feel most like yourself. A few gentle nudges: February in Chiang Mai is warm and dry, so light, breathable fabrics (linen, cotton, silk, chiffon) will love you back. The ceremony is outdoors on grass, so wedge heels, block heels, or flats will be your friend. Warm tones and earthy hues suit the golden-hour light beautifully — we're keeping black and white for ourselves.

The ceremony will be held outdoors in the gardens, and the reception will transition between covered and open-air spaces. February weather in Chiang Mai is typically warm and dry — expect a beautiful evening under the stars.

We will arrange shuttle service from select hotels in the city center to the venue and back. Details will be shared closer to the date. Alternatively, Grab is affordable and reliable.

While we love your little ones, our celebration is an adults-only event. We hope this gives you a great excuse for a date night (or an entire vacation!) in Thailand.

Please RSVP by December 1, 2026 so we can finalize all the arrangements. You can use the RSVP form above — it only takes a minute!

"We cannot wait to celebrate with every single one of you."