Arabia Weddings Partners with Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings to Launch Exclusive Bahrain FAM Trip
Arabia Weddings has announced a strategic partnership with UK-based industry leaders Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings to host an exclusive, four-night Familiarization (FAM) trip to Bahrain in January 2026. The initiative is strategically focused on reaching the most influential wedding planners who cater to the high-value South East Asian (Indian/Pakistani) destination wedding market outside of India.
The Bahrain Destination Wedding FAM Trip will run for 4 intensive days and is designed in partnership with Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority (BTEA) and local stakeholders to showcase the Kingdom as a premier, diverse, and accessible location for multi-day, high-value celebrations.
Bahrain's High Potential as a Destination Wedding Hub
Bahrain is already a sought-after location for premium destination weddings, and it holds immense potential for attracting an even greater share of the global market, establishing itself as an essential hub for international planners. The key reasons for Bahrain's appeal include its exceptional accessibility with easy international flight connections and simplified visa processes. It boasts a modern, luxury infrastructure featuring world-class hotels and unique venues that can cater to multi-day, large-scale events. Furthermore, Bahrain’s cultural readiness and proven stability ensure a seamless and safe planning environment for high-profile South East Asian celebrations. Its compact nature means planners can easily utilize diverse settings - from beachfront glamour to historic city backdrops - all within short distances.
The Strategic Partnership: Reaching the Global Indian Planner Community
This collaboration is key to establishing Bahrain's global presence. By joining forces, the 3 entities will connect Bahraini venues and suppliers directly with a carefully curated group of international planners who possess active client bases willing to consider the Middle East for their spectacular events.
"Collaboration across leading digital platforms globally is essential for growth in the destination wedding industry,” said Samar Shawareb, Founder/CEO, Arabia Weddings. “This partnership with Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings allows us to create powerful synergies, significantly strengthening our offerings for high-value segments and instantly expanding our geographic reach to key planner communities around the world."
Alison Hargreaves, Founder, Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings, added: "Bahrain has always been a highly desirable location for UK couples seeking a sophisticated Middle Eastern wedding that offers a genuine sense of Arabian luxury without the overstated opulence of Dubai. It offers world-class hotel capacity, cultural readiness for multi-day Indian celebrations, and a more intimate island feel. Partnering with Arabia Weddings is invaluable, as it gives UK planners exposure to a wider network of relevant planners, as they explore Bahrain together and learn about this premier, yet discreet, luxury wedding hub in the Gulf."
Organized to build planner confidence, the itinerary will include site inspections at Bahrain's top luxury hotels, resorts, and unique event venues suitable for large-scale South East Asian weddings. The schedule also incorporates cultural immersion activities to highlight Bahrain's unique heritage. Detailed information on this exclusive FAM trip to Bahrain is available here.
This landmark FAM trip is not just an opportunity for discovery; it is a critical step in securing Bahrain’s position as the next dominant luxury destination ready to capture a significant share of the global Indian wedding market.
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