Anne Curtis and Erwan Heussaff kicked off their scenic destination wedding in Queenstown, New Zealand with a welcome party at Arthur's Point.

Friends and family flew to New Zealand to celebrate and witness the much-anticipated union of the high-profile couple.
A number of celebrities and influencers are taking part in the weekend festivities.
Anne rounded up her It's Showtime family with (clockwise) Kim Atienza and wife Felicia, Jugs Jugueta and wife Andie, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Vice Ganda, Ryan Bang, and Teddy Corpuz and wife Jasmin.
Rumored couple Angel Locsin and Neil Arce were spotted in the group photo as well.
Of course, Anne's squad is present.
In a few moments, Anne and Solenn Heussaff will officially become sisters-in-law.

Isabelle Daza and Georgina Wilson snuggled to the bride-to-be who once served as a bridesmaid for their respective weddings last year.
Laureen Uy, Martine Cajucom, BJ Pasucal, Nicole Andersson, and Mark Nicadao

Raymond Gutierrez taking in the spectacular view

Hairstylist Santiago Raymond and makeup artist Robbie Pinera give some of their love to the bride-to-be
As well as designer Rajo Laurel
Anne also caught up with the "Super Brat" squad comprised of (L-R) hair and makeup artist Frankie Melendez, Amazing Race Philippines Season 1 winner CJ Jaravata, Cheska Garcia-Kramer, and Danica Sotto-Pingris.
Other celebrities spotted at the pre-wedding bash were Vicki Belo, Hayden Kho Jr., and Scarlet Snow, who reunited with Georgina's son Archie.
Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola

Matteo Guidicelli, who was spotted earlier in the day when he joined the boys in a special rugby match for Erwan.

HIGHLIGHTS. Anne and Erwan treated guests to cocktails and fresh eats.
A Polynesian performing group's heartwarming song and dance numbers gave the group an intimate glimpse of New Zealand culture.
Later in the day, Erwan's brother-in-law Nico Bolzico became part of the afternoon's entertainment as he shared a funny story about the groom.

