Gay Unity Abroad Testimonials

The best way for clients to understand the excellent the service we offer is by our client’s testimonials.

Chris & David - Cape Forest & Rhodes Memorial

Broaching a wedding was a daunting task. Living in Australia, where we do not enjoy the right to same sex marriage, Chris and I looked through the net to find a place to have our special and precious day. We picked South Africa and finding Gay Unity Abroad was a blessing. As with any site on the net, you have your doubts as to whether you will travel across the globe and be disappointed in some way. After my first telephone call with Kirsty from Gay Unity Abroad, these doubts were immediately dispelled. My partner and I looked at the packages and spoke to Kirsty about what we were hoping for in terms of the experience, our expectations and what was important to us. We were not disappointed. Kirsty and Gay Unity Abroad listen and understand. There was absolutely no question that our wedding day was going to be designed for us.
After travelling from Melbourne to Cape Town, we had a meeting with Kirsty and Patrick (who was to perform the ceremony for us) at our hotel. Both Kirsty and Patrick listened and quickly attuned to both of our thoughts and beliefs. They also helped fill in those blank spots that some spouses must have about their special day (what reading to pick, what vows are right for you).
My greatest fear was that the organisation of the day was going to be stressful. In that one hour meeting both my partner and I realised that Kirsty was going to take care of everything for the big day, all we had to do was be happy and enjoy. Happy we were. It was a dream day. We were picked up from our hotel in a white Bentley and chauffeured to a site that Kirsty had wisely chosen (the forecast was for rain). In a lovely forest setting by the Cecil Rhodes Memorial, Chris and I were married in a beautiful ceremony. Patrick performed the ceremony in a manner which respected our religious, moral and ethic beliefs and truly captured the spirit of our feelings to perfection. We were even treated to a rainbow in the background of our service. Perfect touches of rose petals, candles and a bottle of champagne made us smile even more.
Our photographer, Simone, did an amazing job and we have a wide array of stunning photos. So that we could mail our relatives and friends, Kirsty and Simone had a selection of photos available to us at our hotel that night for us to email.
I can recommend Gay Unity Abroad for anyone considering a marriage or civil ceremony in Cape Town without reservation. Everyone involved was caring, friendly, respectful, professional and so helpful. They gave us a special day that was beyond our expectations and made sure that the only thing you had to do on your wedding day was enjoy and treasure it. It was truly our day. Thank you Gay Unity Abroad. Thank you Kirsty, Patrick and Simone.
David Russell and Chris Laskaridis, Melbourne Australia

Albert & Paul - Camps Bay

Getting married as a gay person is a big deal. Not only are we continuously faced with frowns from society, but when gay couples decide to make this commitment, we are also faced with harsh opposing opinion from the gay community. All this because marriage is still regarded as a ”heterosexual institution”, when in fact it should be seen for what it truly is; the human way for a couple to commit to a lifetime of love and care in front of our family, friends and society.

That’s why it was so important for Albert and me to find the right wedding planners for the job. Guys, I don’t think you know this, but we telephonically interviewed many other companies, before finding you. Nevertheless I must confess, from the first moment I spoke to you Kirsty it was clear that Gay Unity not only understood us, but could also provide us with the high level of service us gays demand, and that is no small feat!

I personally was very stressed about making such a big promise to one person, and it helped that you felt more like our best friend, than just our wedding planner. Everything was perfect and I will remember that day for the rest of my life. Photographer, food, venues, the whole lot perfectly crafted together into one event that was classy with an understated elegance, but still masculine enough for us boys! Even when the rain came down you wouldn’t let it spoil our day, and commitment like that goes far beyond anyone can expect from their wedding specialist.

Thank you for making our day so special. Hugs, Albert & Paul.

Joel & Samuel - Tintswalo

What an understated, professional & beautiful experience you provide!