west4On Sunday, May 19, 2013, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa will be the site of the 2013 South Florida MyShadi Bridal Expo, where a wide range of wedding and event planning vendors will showcase the latest in South Asian wedding trends.

Nestled along the picturesque coast between Fort Lauderdale and Miami on the Barrier Island of Hollywood, Florida, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is the perfect backdrop for the Bridal Expo, giving attendees a firsthand look at the resort’s modern ballrooms and unique function spaces, some of which provide panoramic ocean views. Brides and grooms will get a true sense of the resort’s space as they peruse displays of elegant mandaps, floral designs, photographer portfolios, and more. 

west2Accustomed to hosting large events and conventions, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa can easily accommodate large, grand South Asian weddings, which often comprise of over 500 guests. Whether a couple chooses an intimate beach front setting for their special occasion or a spacious ballroom for a more lavish affair, the resort’s services can be fully customized to make every event, regardless of size, warm and inviting.

The resort staff is well aware of culture-specific needs having hosted a number of South Asian weddings. Nearly every wedding detail can be customized at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, where the staff works tirelessly to meet a couple’s wedding needs, be it multiple events or unique requests, such as accommodating an elephant to be used during a wedding procession. Recognizing the importance of cuisine at South Asian weddings, the resort has also developed a list of preferred high-end caterers to accommodate dietary needs and restrictions.

west3For couples wishing to plan a modern, beach front wedding, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is the ideal setting. Quickly becoming a popular destination wedding venue, the couple and their guests will enjoy the property’s superior service and luxurious amenities. Nearly all of the property’s 998 guest rooms are ocean or balcony front, providing guests with unobstructed views of the Atlantic Ocean or Intracoastal Waterway. With a Heavenly Spa by Westin™ opening this May, an 18-hole championship golf course managed by Troon®, and two outdoor pools among other activities, wedding guests can choose from a myriad of choices to unwind and enjoy the picturesque setting.

To learn more about planning an event at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, visit their booth at the MyShadi Bridal Expo, contact the Catering Sales office at (954) 602-8600, or go online to www.diplomatresort.com.

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