Hi, I'm Raquel

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As a celebrant, I get to craft your unique and beautiful story. I have a deep sense that life is short and that it is important to celebrate and share with those who weave meaning into our lives. Yes, you can have a non-religious wedding that is full of meaning, friendship, and ritual.

Do you want to celebrate life and love in Portugal? Do you want a celebration that is authentically you? Do you want an unforgettable day with the people who are closest to you? Then, I am your celebrant! I will craft a bespoke script that shines your light into the world in a memorable way.

I believe that today is a gift that we must unwrap as if it is the only one we get because it cannot be taken for granted. I also believe that it is important to cherish and celebrate each other while we can, and I relish translating people’s feelings, dreams, and visions into words and actions, through custom-made celebrations.

Oh, the magic of bringing together friends and family to witness a wedding ceremony! No two wedding celebrations should sound alike, because each one is meant to reflect who you are in the world at that moment. The celebration will also point in the direction you are headed in a way that is unquestionably reflective of your personality, style, and vision.

For twenty years I worked as a primary teacher, a teacher trainer and a coach, and it was an honour to do such meaningful work. I have always empathised strongly with people, and I love helping others find and develop their strengths. I am truly multi-passionate and fascinated about learning, so I do a little bit of everything. I adore swimming in the sea, organising the unofficial Park Run in Lisbon, and hosting the podcast Anxiety My Friend – Ansiedade Minha Amiga.

English and Portuguese are my native languages and I can weave in other languages. Book a free discovery call to see if we are the perfect match!

Quando aceitei o pedido do Tiago, ambos queríamos um casamento inspirador, fora do formal ou tradicional, mas não queríamos deixar de celebrar o nosso amor. A Raquel surgiu-nos imediatamente na mente, pois sabíamos que saberia captar o nosso espírito para esse momento tão especial. Foi uma cerimonia leve e cheia de encantos 💖

— Zu

Raquel is a gifted celebrant, whose bright and beautiful energy inspires and elevates the atmosphere around her 😁As a wedding celebrant, Raquel was thoughtful, organised, and creative. She is highly knowledgeable in various ways - spiritually, psychologically, socially, and empathically, and brings her awareness and commitment to excellence to everything she does. I absolutely and wholeheartedly recommend Raquel for any celebration or event. Her energy and professionalism is unbeatable and she will surely create a memorable, authentic and unique ceremony for you. All I can say is, CHOOSE RAQUEL! ❤️ She knows how to celebrate life and how to bring meaning and beauty to any life stage or gathering 💯

— Mollie

Raquel helped us pull together the most beautiful elopement in Castelo de Vide just 4 weeks before the day! We really appreciated her constant thought, care and attention to detail when creating our ceremony. Her communication was always prompt and we especially loved completing the questionnaires she sent us, which helped us reflect on the importance of our wedding day and marriage in general. Raquel's guidance brought us even closer together in preparation for our ceremony. The day was perfect and Raquel also looked fantastic in her outfit and presentation. Highly recommend working with Raquel and can't thank her enough for her help. Love from Lexie (AUS) and Jeremy (NZ)

— Lexie

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Raquel Bunny

Where I work

The whole of picturesque Portugal

Fees from...

670

Fluent in

Portugese, Spanish

How to contact me
Email

raquel.bunny@humanistceremonies.org.uk

Phone

+3519 12508212

Website

humanist.org.uk/raquelbunny

HUMANIST CEREMONIES™ is the network of more than 550 celebrants, trained by national charity Humanists UK to a gold standard to provide memorable and meaningful humanist ceremonies to non-religious people. Operating throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, we deliver authentic, tailor-made and heartfelt ceremonies for life’s key moments. They are always inclusive and welcoming, regardless of the beliefs of those attending.

You can trust Humanist Ceremonies celebrants: We are DBS-checked, fully insured, and regularly peer reviewed for quality assurance. We are committed to a code of conduct, and have a transparent and robust complaints process in the rare case of a problem. We all pay a monthly fee to Humanists UK to further support the work of the charity, and are part of a regional network for like-minded celebrants for support and learning.

Humanist weddings

A humanist wedding ceremony is a wonderful option to celebrate your wedding in the way you choose: without religion but with meaning, and totally true to the two of you. They are uplifting and heartwarming occasions, personal to each couple to reflect your personalities and interests, and your love story. Sincere and significant, your ceremony will be crafted to create an occasion which is unique and fitting to you both.