Wedding Stories + Tips
How much does a local wedding planner in Tuscany cost?
Discover the real cost of hiring a local Tuscan wedding planner. Learn about budgets, planning tips, and heartfelt touches for a memorable day.
Benefits of working with a local wedding planner for your destination wedding in Tuscany
Planning your wedding in beautiful Tuscany or Umbria? Here's why working with a local planner (like me!) makes all the difference:
✔️ I know the best venues and trusted vendors
✔️ I’m fully licensed and understand Italian wedding laws
✔️ I’ll handle all the logistics, from paperwork to cultural details
✔️ I’m already here—saving you time, stress, and extra travel costs!
Your wedding deserves an authentic, seamless, and stress-free experience.
What should I book first: Wedding venue or Wedding Planner?
Planning a wedding is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel like a daunting task. One of the first big decisions many couples face is whether to book their venue or their wedding planner first.
Spoiler alert: the best answer is both! Here's why I believe these two elements go hand in hand, and why securing both early in your planning process can save you time, stress, and even money.
Shannon & Justin - early summer wedding in Tuscany
Shannon and Justin’s Tuscany wedding featured a magical two-day celebration with stunning decor, fairy lights, mixology bar, gelato cart, and seamless planning for a dream destination.
FAQs for Planning your destination wedding in Tuscany
Planning a destination wedding in Tuscany is a dream and on this blog I try to respond to the common questions—budget, paperwork, best time of year, popular venues, etc.
A Romantic Wedding in Florence: Danielle & Stefano’s Unforgettable Day at Villa di Maiano
If you are looking for the perfect wedding venue in Florence, this story is for you! Danielle and Stefano tied the knot at Villa di Maiano, an elegant Villa in the hills of the Renaissance city!
Professional wedding planner in Tuscany shares tips about driving in Italy as a non-EU tourist.
Planning your wedding trip to Italy with a rental car? Here what you need to know about driving in Italy as a tourist.
How to write your own wedding vows?
Bride and Groom vow writing tips. An expert wedding planner shares ideas on how to craft memorable Tuscany wedding vows.
How to plan your Italian wedding from afar?
A guide on how to plan a destination wedding in Tuscany. Everything you need to know to start your wedding planning journey.
How to coordinate wedding speeches: your ultimate guide
Everything the bride, groom, maid of honor, best man and family need to know about wedding speeches. A how to coordinate wedding speeches guide for the perfect tuscan wedding.
How to choose the make-up artist for your wedding remotely
Tips on how to find a wedding makeup artist for a destination wedding in Tuscany.
Wedding tables: sweetheart table OR traditional head table?
Pros and cons of sweetheart table and head table
How to plan a castle wedding in Tuscany? Get inspired by Shiela and Daniel's story
How to plan a castle wedding in Tuscany? Shiela and Daniel’s story will definitely inspire you!
Castle wedding venue in Tuscany: Castello del Trebbio where history and wine are intertwined
Stina and Rhys said yes in Castello del Trebbio, an enchanting castle wedding venue in Tuscany.
Planning a wedding in Tuscany on a budget: Brittany and Jayden’s Authentic Italian Love Affair
Get inspired by Brittany and Jayden who were looking for a heartfelt and on budget wedding experience
Abbazia San Pietro in Valle: a wedding venue in Umbria
Camille and Theo chose this wedding venue in Umbria for their church wedding and whimsical reception
How to plan a wedding in a Tuscany winery? Get inspired by Elaine & Paul’s story
Elaine and Paul: a Tuscany Winery Wedding