It all started from a photo Nathan took of a hippo in Africa. We got an email from Erin saying she and our past bride Cassie saw this photo on our blog and it’s inspired the theme for her welcome party. Not only did he grace the invitations for the event, but he was lovingly named “Turo” and appeared in almost every detail. Meet Turo!
The custom cake topper Erin had made… Amazing down to the drool. ;)
Erin and Rick’s welcome dinner was held in the jaw-droppingly gorgeous Asante Suite at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. I felt like I was right back in Africa, except with a TV. And air conditioning. ;)
More adorable details :)
Each of her guests left with a custom Turo- I was totally jealous!
Love the view. :)
If you thought those details were amazing, just wait ’til their wedding coming up tomorrow! :)
I LOVE these pictures… I absolutely can NOT wait until tomorrow!!!!
Thanks, Maria!
Cool photos! Thanks for the glimpse into the Asante Suite! Love the hippos, in all their permutations
The Asante Suite was stunning!
It was my most favorite welcome party ever! Cant wait for part 2!!
Loved the unique details!
what the hell is a welcome party??
Bahahaha.. It’s pretty common with Disney weddings since 95% of the guests are from out of town. It’s sorta like a rehearsal dinner where you invite your out-of-town guests to mingle. :)
Wow..just wow.. can’t wait for Part 2!
Thanks, Erin! :)
Hmmmm…. don’t I know him from somewhere?? ;)
Wow! Hippos are mine and my husbands favorite (remember we had a hippo grooms cake!) but this is absolutely adorable and her wedding was precious and so colorful as well! Love love love!