The Dos and Don’ts of Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy

For many years Italy has been one of the top locations for destination weddings amongst couples from abroad. As a country, it conjures feelings of romance and nostalgia among foreigners like no place else. Whether it has been stirred through memories of past holidays or old Hollywood movies or simply an appreciation from afar of Italian culture and cuisine. It is a place which taps into all the senses and leaves many couples wishing to fulfil their dream and experiences the romance first hand by getting married there.

If you too have your heart set on getting married in Italy, here are some dos and don’ts to think about before and during the planning process.  

Do visit the location

First and foremost, it is essential that you do some location scouting before you make any finite decisions about where to hold your marriage ceremony and reception. 

Whilst venues can look fabulous online. Remember photographs may be outdated and they only provide one viewpoint. It is best to visit the location and see the area first hand. Make sure there is no restructuring work planned for your wedding dates or unsightly views. This will also give you the opportunity to meet the venue managers, sample the menu and visit local florists. It will give you a much better overview of how the wedding will look and feel. 

Your dream wedding may be a located on a remote corner of an Italian island or hilltop hotel. However, consider your guests and the manner in which they will have to travel. Ensure easy to access to local towns for services and the ability to prepare airport transfers for travelling guests to the wedding. 

Do hire a wedding planner

Hiring professional wedding planners WhiteEmotion.eu is a key factor in planning a destination wedding in Italy. A wedding planner will be able to provide you with guidance and inspiration when planning your dream day. They will have a network of connections on hand to meet our needs. If there is a language barrier, they will be able to communication with local vendors on your behalf. Planning a wedding abroad can be a challenge and a wedding planner can provide peace of mind, ensure all goes according to plan on the day and deal with any unexpected occurrences so you can relax and enjoy the day. 

Do send save the dates well in advance

Planning a wedding abroad brings with it the need for your guests to prepare logistically too, so send save the dates in advance. Be clear from the outset will guests on such things as where accommodation be required and if children welcome. Guests will need time ahead of the wedding to look out for well-priced flights and accommodation as well as request annual leave. 

Don’t assume it will be cheaper

There can be a misconception that getting married abroad is cheaper, however this is not always the case. Instead, it is best for the couple to set a budget and plan a wedding they can afford. Just as at home, you can plan an extravagant ceremony or a simpler one, depending on your budget. 

Don’t plan the same wedding as a home

A mistake couples often make when getting married in another country is to try to plan the occasion as they would at home. Consider and respect the location of the wedding. Use local florists, they will know what is in season and available locally. Hire local photographers who will know the area and understand how to make best use of the surroundings. Take advantage of the local food and wine and embrace an Italian menu instead of serving dishes from home.