“Event Planning is a passion …Embrace it!”
– David Tutera
David Tutera, world renowned wedding planner and event designer is hailed as an artistic visionary with uniquely creative talents. His outstanding reputation, compassion, caring and dedication to the weddings and events industry, his passion contagious and his love for this industry air apparent.
David has created a name for himself, sustaining his brilliant career as an event planner by taking his passion and transforming it into a lifestyle. He continuously exceeds the expected with an unmatched level of inspiration, imagination and innovation to create the latest trends in event planning and design.
David’s grandfather, a successful florist, first noticed his grandson’s artistic ability at an early age and encouraged David to pursue his destiny. At age 19, with the sound advice of his grandfather and only one client, David opened his own event planning business. Today, David Tutera presides over an award winning company built from experience, dedication and Tutera’s natural talent for transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.
David Tutera ~ A name synonymous with style, elegance, creativity and vision.
A man envisioned with anything possible!
David is so excited to share his experiences and expertise!
Bermuda Fun Facts ~ Where is Bermuda?
Upon approach to this beautiful charming island, your plane is flying over Bermuda’s colorful barrier reef and white rooftops. You will see the ocean surrounding the island is almost gemlike, but then you will be asking yourself how it is so high north and yet so tropical. Bermuda is a 21 square mile island located on the North Atlantic and off the east coast of North America. It is actually a string of 138 islands and tiny islets, out of which some 20 are inhabited and seven are joined by bridges and causeways to the main island. The Bermuda Longtail, so beautiful, chooses this place to return every year to nest.
Bermuda’s deep history of Pirating!
Bermuda’s pirating history deserves much more than a simple paragraph on a numbered list. It is enthralling and exciting to read. During the 1700s, the island did not have much natural resources to reap. What they did have though, is what the ocean provided, along with the sturdy cedar trees that grew all over the island. Therefore, it made sense then, that they turned to shipbuilding and privateering – or in other words, piracy.
The Isle of Devils, as it was called, was a strategic location when ships would sail between England, Spain, and France, and the Caribbean and the New World, (North America). Bermuda was famous for not only capturing merchant ships that made the mistake of sailing into the wrong local waters, but they also
plundered all the way from Boston to the Turks Islands and Bahamas. Privateering died out in the early 1800s, and as fearless as Bermudians were in those days, Bermudians today are some of the friendliest people you will meet.
You are able to snorkel up to seven miles offshore
In an area called Eastern Blue Cut, you are able to snorkel over a coral reef ecosystem that rises from 35 feet off the sandy bottom up to 3 feet under the surface. If you are brave enough to head over towards the ledge, where the coral reef sharply drops off and you start to enter the Atlantic Ocean, you are able
to easily see straight down 100 ft on clear days. You may see a school of large black groupers or an eagle ray halfway down swimming next to the ledge.
Bermuda’s coral reef has mostly, if not all, arrived from the Caribbean, Bahamas, and Florida through the Gulf Stream. The same Gulf Stream that carries the warm current that has created this tropical oasis in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.
Goslings Black Seal Rum’s deep history with Bermuda
The Goslings brothers, James and Ambrose came to Bermuda in 1806 with £10,000 in wine, spirits, and products brought over from England with them. They were heading for America, but as it happened to many other ships at that time, they ended up in Bermuda and did not leave. In 1860, the sons of Ambrose had the first oak barrels of black rum shipped in from England. After testing and perfecting a new blend of black rum at that time, the family has continually been selling their rum to Bermudians and
rum drinkers world-wide. It is the reason for the Dark & Stormy, a national drink, a must try!
Bermuda’s white rooftops are used to collect drinking water
Bermuda has few fresh water wells and no natural rivers. This means that early Bermudian settlers had to be creative with collecting their drinking water. The famous white rooftops have gutters that catch the water and direct it into a caged off drain to prevent most debris from falling in. The water fills up an
underground tank that every house has, and after passing through a filtration system, it is safe to drink. If you happen to run low on water in your tank, you need to call the water truck and have them deliver a truckload of water to your house.
Places of Worship
There are more churches, across many denominations, on Bermuda per capita, one of the highest in the world. Bermuda’s Churches are beautiful in architecture, full of culture and history dating back to the oldest Anglican church outside of the British Isles and the oldest Protestant church in continuous use! St Peter’s dates back to the early 1600’s. It is now historically part of UNESCO World Heritage site.
Join us in Bermuda
Luxury Destination Travel
The David Tutera Wedding and Event Planning Experience team is excited to announce the addition of Luxury Destination Travel to assist attendees with their travel requirements. Linda Mitchell, CEO of Luxury Destination Travel is a veteran in both the travel industry and destination wedding industry, specializing in the Destination Wedding travel details as well as individual and group travel, a valuable resource. Contact Linda to assist you with all travel related elements, concierge services and destination information. She is here to help you join us in Bermuda!
About the Experience!
David Tutera shares wedding and event planning expertise at a #1 destination wedding location!
Join us for the 3rd Annual David Tutera Event and Wedding Planning Experience as we take this journey together to the glorious pink-sand beaches of Bermuda – April 1 – 3, 2019 at the beautiful Rosewood Resort. David has created this experience for planners and designers to come together and flourish. Creating life long connections with David and other professionals that will be life changing. This is a unique experience with a limited number of attendees, that is unlike any other in the industry.
- Attendees will start off the morning with morning yoga on beach with Joey
- 2 Days filled with great hands on experiences and speakers!
- Topics: Destination Weddings and Events
- Finding Your Clients – Social Media and Marketing
- Seminar/Website Analysis
- Successful Client Presentations – David Tutera
- Event Timelines
- Floral Experience
- SMART GOAL Workshop
- 3 – Once in a lifetime events
- More to be announced…….stay tuned and be surprised!
As David shares his expertise and his evolution in this ever changing industry, he takes it all “on the road” and “in the air” David is excited for you to take this journey with him. Come to Bermuda! The pink sands, gorgeous azure blue waters, charming locale, incredibly hospitable people and this one of a kind experience welcomes you!
Exclusive Host Hotel
The Rosewood Bermuda, the exclusive host hotel for The Experience is where the daily seminars will be taking place. The Rosewood is an wonderful luxury hotel, and a great venue for destination weddings and events. If you choose to stay at another property please keep in mind that car rental is not an option to tourists on Bermuda. Transport from other hotels including Grotto Bay would be via taxi at attendee expense.
Our exclusive host hotel, gracing over 200 acres of the most beautiful waterfront property, Rosewood Bermuda neighbors the estates of Tucker’s Town offering breathtaking vistas of Castle Harbour, Harrington Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The guest rooms at Rosewood Bermuda are exquisitely appointed and sparkling with the Atlantic Ocean as the perfect backdrop. They are all oversized beginning at 520 square feet not including the enormous bathrooms, over 300 square feet, and outdoor expansive space with every room. Each room either has a balcony or terrace with elegant wrought iron patio furnishings, as well as a magnificent water view. As our host hotel, the experiences will be endless here! As you venture out experiencing Bermuda, your home on Bermuda warmly welcomes you back!
Accommodations
Group $335.00 per night is for single/double occupancy. Add $95.00 when adding third person to room, plus tax, gratuity and levy per day. Note, Rosewood hotel has just 3 rooms with 2 queen beds, all other accommodations are 1 king bed only. Roll away bed available.
11.75% government tax/tourism fee, $15.80 per person per day gratuity plus $20.00 per person per day resort fee is additional to the nightly room rate. Resort fee includes Non motorized water sports, tennis club, resort shuttle, 24 hour fitness center and high speed WI-FI
The room block is for the nights of April 01,02 & 03. Reservations must be received no later than December 01. 2018. Reservations booked after this date are not guaranteed a room or the group room rate. Should you wish to add on additional nights to your stay, the group rate is extended for 3 nights pre and 3 nights post the contracted nights. It is based on availability, so please request early.
The reservations form is attached. Please complete and fax (866-550-7684) or scan and email. For security you may complete entire form except for credit card number, write in that space CARD ON FILE and then call 781-662-1953 with credit card number. If you reach my VM please feel comfortable leaving the required credit card details.
Sense Spa
12,000 square foot full-service spa has fabulous spa treatments to offer, truly customizing any spa experiences you desire! The spa has 8 fully equipped treatment rooms, 1 couples treatment room, 2 post treatment rooms, Signature TAG shower, 2 TAG baths, reflection pool and yoga Thai Chi wellness lawn. Consider experiencing their Honey Bee number five scrub, an ultimate luxurious spa experience in their Signature Tag shower followed by a soothing Aloe Vera full body massage. Guests of the David Tutera Destination Weddings Experience will enjoy 15% discount off spa treatments (salon and retail excluded) Spa Menu
Fitness Center
The 2,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art fitness facility is accessible 24 hours a day. Certified Personal Trainers are at your service between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. In addition to cardio and strength equipment, the facility provides group exercise classes such as Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates, Aqua Aerobics and Spinning. After your workout, rejuvenate in the relaxing saunas.
Grotto Bay Beach Hotel ~ Alternate hotel option
Experience Bermuda at Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Spa where there is always a memory for everyone! The Resort sits on a lush tropical estate featuring dramatic caves and acres of woodland preserves along the water’s edge in Bermuda’s Bailey’s Bay. Scattered over 21 acres and sloping down toward three private beaches are 11 colorful cottages in traditional Bermuda Architecture overlooking the turquoise waters dotted with small islands.
Alternatively, attendees may choose this option with rate of $299.00 per night for single/double occupancy. 11.57% tax and $12.50 per person per night gratuity is additional.
Rates do not include any meals and are for single or double occupancy. When adding 3rd/4th person please add $48.00 per person per night to rate.
Rooms will have 1 king bed or 2 double beds and roll away beds are available.
Two night deposit is due at time of booking room. Note: reservations/room hold can not be done without booking form and deposit.
Cancellations within 14 days of arrival will forfeit 2 night deposit. Cancellations up to 14 days prior to arrival, deposit is credited back to card on file.
The reservations form is attached. Please complete and fax (866-550-7684) or scan and email. For security you may complete entire form except for credit card number, write in that space CARD ON FILE and then call 781-662-1953 with credit card number. If you reach my VM please feel comfortable leaving the required credit card details.
Flights
Direct flights/connecting into Bermuda from Boston, JFK, Newark, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami and London Gatwick.
Please enquire about flight schedules and fares directly with Linda Mitchell.
Ground Transport
Rosewood Bermuda is less than 10 minutes from L.F. Wade Airport Bermuda! Taxi professionals are the ambassadors to the island. This queue at airport arrivals for arriving convenience. Private transport ensures your dedicated driver await you. Details on hotel transport to follow.
Travel Documents
Passports!! Now would be a great time to check your passport for validity date. Please be aware that US citizens, including infants and children, must have a valid passport for travel to Bermuda. Please ensure you have at least 6 months past the date of intended travel to Bermuda. Most destinations are now adhering to the 6 month validity rule! Married women traveling with passport in their maiden name and ticket in their married name must carry also a legal stamped marriage certificate. Non US citizens require valid passport from their country. Please inquire with local consulates for any Visa requirements.
Know Before You Go
- There are no jet ways on Bermuda. Guests exit the plane via metal stairs onto the tarmac and into the arrivals immigrations hall. Please check with your airline if there are mobility issues to make special arrangements.
- Cell phone usage is strictly forbidden in the arrivals hall area!
- Arrival forms will be given out either at your departure area gate or on the plane. Have the forms filled out completely to ensure a speedy process through immigrations!
- Bermuda dollar is on par with USD – USD is widely accepted on Bermuda. Be sure to exchange/use all your Bermuda currency prior to heading to the airport! There is no exchange outlet at the airport or in the US!
- Electrical outlets are same as the US so no additional adaptors needed!
- Debit cards and Credit card companies may charge fees. Check with your card company or bank prior to travel!
- All major mobile phone companies operate on Bermuda. Check with your mobile service provider for international charges that may apply.
- Gratuity charges are added on to all food and beverage bills automatically regardless of the size of the party! Be sure to be aware of this to avoid adding/double gratuity charges!
- On departure – During the check in process you will bring your own checked luggage to the conveyer belt. Be prepared to possibly have to open your checked luggage for random security searches.
- US customs is located at the Bermuda airport. You will clear US customs during your departure process. Be sure to allow extra time for this and have your US customs form(provided on entry) filled out.
- There is a Global Entry pre-clearance kiosk at US Immigrations area
- There is not TSA pre Check clearance at Bermuda airport
- There are food outlets at the Bermuda airport as well as a few shops, including duty free for any last minute gifts!
- There may be an additional checked baggage search as you pass through the gate area to board.
- You will need to go down a flight of stairs, out onto the tarmac and then board the plane via the metals stairways. Assistance is available for mobility impaired and families with children.
And before you leave this site page, take a look at the beautiful island of Bermuda map as you visually plan this exciting trip!
See you in Bermuda!
