Inside: The Ultimate Honeymoon Escapism Event With Mr & Mrs Smith

Hosted by our sensational travel editor at large Rosalyn Wikeley and esteemed hotel specialists Mr and Mrs Smith, The Wedding Edition’s exquisite honeymoon escapism event was a joyful and insightful gathering, offering dedicated globetrotters with an intriguing insight into how luxury travel is evolving. An unmissable affair for avid jetsetters and industry experts: this function seamlessly married inspiration, exclusivity, and luxury, offering an extravagant educational experience for those who seek to understand and shape the future of high-end travel.

This highly anticipated event took place at Cliveden House, a captivating stately home situated in the heart of Berkshire. Steeped in over 350 years of history, this luxurious country estate sits amid 376 acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands, and is renowned for its refined elegance and regal rococo interiors. Combining classic grace with contemporary glamour, this majestic mansion offered guests a quintessentially British experience of timeless sophistication.

The combination of golds, deep reds, and warm, neutral tones that decorated the space evoked a sense of grandeur and opulence, mirroring the autumnal hues worn by guests embracing their transitional wardrobe. Crafted by the talented team at Fiona Fleur, soft pink and crimson floral arrangements radiated with romance and whimsy, displaying the magical look of the Japanese Ikebana technique. Exuding a soft, glowing ambiance, tall elegant candles danced with light and grace, casting a warm, enchanting glow across the space. Maison Margeaux’s tableware offered a regal, luxurious feel with its signature minimalist yet striking look, enhancing the elegance of the entire dining experience.

Following an elegant drinks reception with Nyetimber on the terrace, travel expert Rosalyn Wikeley’s transformational trip talk began, featuring an insightful interview with a representative from boutique hotel specialists Mr & Mrs Smith, renowned for delivering unforgettable honeymoon experiences that strike that perfect balance between calm and excitement. As well as delving into the top travel trends for 2025, this engaging conversation uncovered how luxury travel is blossoming and what future travellers and newlyweds can expect. The experts discussed the rise of experiential and sustainable luxury, revealing how affluent travellers and couples who have just tied the knot are seeking more meaningful, culturally immersive experiences.

Guests subsequently indulged in a delectable three-course lunch, dishes served with a selection of exquisite Nyetimber English Sparkling Wine’s. The starter was a wholesome pea and broad bean risotto served with Nyetimber Classic Cuvee, followed by a main of tasty, steamed bass with leak and potato chowder served with Nyetimber Blanc de Blancs 2016. And of course we can’t forget the delicious dessert: exotic garden pineapple and mango brunoise finished with mango and passionfruit sorbet perfectly paired with Nyetimber Cuvee Chérie. Whilst enjoying their delightful luncheon as well as Olivia Jageur’s soothing harp music, guests new and old mingled and shared their own travel stories, connecting with like-minded luxury and adventure lovers.

As carriages were drawn, guests received parting gifts including beautiful handmade treasures by Gigi and Olive and Mr and Mrs Smith and Smythson luggage tags beautifully wrapped in their signature blue box and bow.

Celebrating the pinnacle of luxury travel whilst simultaneously shining a light upon emerging honeymoon trends and destinations, this elegant and exciting escape to the breathtaking Cliveden House with Mr and Mrs Smith was certainly a day to remember.