Shilpa Shetty brings in her first birthday as a married woman, today (June 8) and husband Raj Kundra is planning special surprises for her.

Says a source close to Shilpa, "Raj has been away in London for a few weeks now. She has been shooting for her reality show Zara Nachke Dikha and taking care of her mom Sunanda, who was recently hospitalised.

It's unfortunate that Raj wasn't with her during this stressful time, but he wrapped up all of his work to fly to Mumbai and be with her on her birthday."

Off to Macao
The source continues, "He just asked his wife to keep her luggage ready by Sunday night. They flew to Hong Kong on Sunday night, after which a chartered chopper took them to Macao -- their final destination!

Raj chose this location because he knows it's one of her favorite holiday destinations -- it's got everything Shilpa likes -- shopping, spas, casinos -- it's like Sin City!"

Shilpa says, "I am so thrilled that Raj is back to celebrate my first birthday after marriage. It means a lot to me that in spite of his busy schedule, he made time to be with me. Last year, Raj had organised a surprise party for me at a London hotel with my family and friends. But this year is more special as it's my first birthday with my husband."

Shilpa adds, "I miss him terribly when he's away. Being very organised, Raj had instructed my manager to keep June 7-9 free as he wanted to surprise me with a break. Raj is full of surprises and as usual, kept me guessing till the last minute where we were going."

The couple is staying at The Venetian in Macao at the Paiza Club that caters to premium guests in royal surroundings and comes with its own entrance, lobby, reception, and guest lifts to the rooms. Raj had a special surprise planned for Shilpa at the Paiza last night.

On her birthday last year June 08, 2009
Still reeling from the pleasant but shocking surprise party thrown by Raj. I thought Raj was taking me for a quiet birthday dinner!

I froze when I entered the Mayfair penthouse suite 'cause there were 55 of my friends who screamed "Happy Birthday!!!" Shamita popped up from nowhere, she flew down especially all the way from Bombay and no it hasn't ended, Raj had Escala the Violinists come in to perform and I love them, they were so sexy and talented!

The food was catered by Nobu - my favorite and while I was just getting over it all, they brought out the birthday cake and Raj announced "Babes, SugaBabes for you!" I nearly jumped out of my skin when I saw this girl band walk in ¦ It was amazing how Raj pulled it off all on his own and still managed to keep it a surprise, genius!

On the whole, it was definitely my best and most special birthday, it was perfect! I have only Raj and my friends and Shamita to thank for that. excerpt from Shilpa's blog.