BEFORE the walk down the aisle comes a thousand little decisions — from the dress and flowers to the menu, venue, music, and people who bring a couple’s vision to life. These came together at Journey to Ever After: In Bloom, a two-day bridal fair jointly hosted by Mercure Mactan Cebu and Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown on Sept. 26 and 27, 2026.
Held at the Glass Pavilion of Mactan Newtown Beach, the event brought together wedding professionals, creative talents, exhibitors, and future newlyweds for a weekend of inspiration and ideas.
The fair opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by General Managers Gwen De La Cruz of Mercure Mactan Cebu and Josef Victor Chiongbian of Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, alongside Oro China Jewelry’s Cheryl Ancajas and Belle Mariée Wedding Events’ Joan Aviso-Lapus.
The two-day program covered bridal beauty, fashion, dining, property, and technology. FIDA Mentor Rhino Deiparine shared bridal beauty tips, while Creative Director Josei Cuizon discussed choosing a gown suited to a bride’s style and personality. Executive Chef Paolo Aviso explored wedding dining, while The Mactan Newtown was presented as an option for couples building a life together. Joan Aviso-Lapus also discussed using AI in wedding planning while preserving personal connections.
The celebration culminated in a seaside Bridal Fashion Show featuring collections by FIDA mentors and designers, presented by Shutter Models and Talent Management.
With more than 30 wedding planners, stylists, designers, photographers, and other creatives, the fair gave couples ideas and connections for their journey to the aisle.
