Planning Info

What You Need To Know Before Picking Your Wedding Menu

By Ori Sweeney

As important as finding the perfect place where celebrate the wedding reception is to find the ideal wedding menu. Do you want to know what you need to look for before making the final decision? Take good note. This post will be of great help! 1. Schedule a Meal Tasting You’ve finally found the right […]

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3 Reasons Why Autumn Weddings Are The Best

By Maddalena Scarpellini

When thinking about getting married in Ibiza, most couples dream about the months of May, June and September, partially because of the good weather, the assurance that all island businesses are open and the convenience of being able to fly directly to Ibiza from all over Europe. The popularity of summer for getting married, creates […]

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Wedding Ceremony Checklist

By Danielle Alex

The wedding ceremony is the heart of your wedding day, make sure that you do it in a way that suits you and reflects your relationship and reasons for getting married. This checklist highlights some of the important details that make a big difference in organising and creating your perfect ceremony. 1. Choose your celebrant […]

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Wedding details not to miss – as seen on real Ibiza Weddings

By Maddalena Scarpellini

When planning your destination weddings, between venue scouting and vet vendor it’s easy to forget about the little things! But don’t stress, we’re about to help you remember them. You might need a little lighting love, a creative menu card idea or a really tasty wedding favour. Whatever boxes you have to check off, get […]

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5 mistakes people make when planning their wedding – And how to avoid them!

By Danielle Alex

Regardless of whether you are throwing a huge 3-day wedding or a small garden gathering, a lot of planning goes into organising your big day. There will always be some things that are out of your control, but there are plenty of things you can do to make sure your planning process and the big […]

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Top 10 things you should ask your Celebrant before you book

By Danielle Alex

What is your wedding Celebrant style? Every Celebrant has their own style and way of doing things, make sure to meet with a couple to see which one fits best with the atmosphere you want to create on the day, and the one you feel you can connect with the most. It is likely that […]

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6 Steps to Find a Great Ibiza Wedding Photographer

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Follow these guidelines when choosing the perfect professional to capture your special day. While the work of some wedding vendors (catering, flower decorations, cake or music) can be seen and monitored during the wedding planning, photographs can be seen only after your wedding day – which means that you need to trust your photographer and […]

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Four reasons to have your same-sex wedding in Ibiza

By Cila Warncke

When it comes to weddings unfortunately things are not always equal. Marriage equality has made huge leaps forward but not all locations are equally welcoming or affirmative of same-sex couples. Ibiza is one of the rare places that offers full legal rights for same-sex marriage and embraces the LGBTQ community. Here are four reasons to […]

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Wedding stationery – what you need, paper vs digital

By Cila Warncke

Wedding stationery is one of the most important elements of your big day. After all, there are no guests without invitations! These days, thanks to digital design and printing, you have a plethora of options with regards to design, colour, paper stock, and more. The key is to identify what style suits your personality and […]

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Day or evening wedding? 5 Steps to choose

By Cila Warncke

Planning your Ibiza wedding requires dozens of decisions. One of which is, what time of day to hold your ceremony. Maybe you’ve always pictured yourself getting married on the beach at sunset, or walking up the aisle on a beautiful spring morning, or having a unique midnight ceremony. The choice is yours! However, each time […]

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Wedding Flowers: 6 Simple Tips

By Cila Warncke

Flowers are one of the most important elements in styling your wedding. Decorative florals in the venue and reception area bring life, colour and fragrance to the surroundings. Even a simple room or marquee can look enchanting when dressed in the right flowers! However, flowers are expensive and fragile. Here are six tips to help […]

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Questions you should be asking your Ibiza Photographer

By Anne Walker

The venue is booked, you’ve been over to Ibiza a handful of times and now you’re getting excited to begin your planning. So the next step is to begin thinking about the other important elements. One of these is your photography. You’re going to be sharing a lot of your most important moments with your […]

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What not to eat – foods you shouldn’t serve at your wedding

By Cila Warncke

You want everything perfect for your wedding, including the food. But getting it right can be a real challenge. When catering to a large group of family and friends you have to think about the ages of your guests, likes and dislikes, allergies, and of course the budget! It’s not for us to say what […]

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4 Alternative Unity Ceremonies

By Cila Warncke

Ibiza is an idyllic backdrop to celebrate any kind of wedding ritual. Because of the strict legal requirements for marrying in Spain many couples have a legal wedding in their home country and come to Ibiza for a blessing and celebration. We highlighted a few alternatives such as a spiritual, humanist or Buddhist ceremony, in […]

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4 Big Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Destination Wedding in Ibiza

By Maddalena Scarpellini

When you are planning a destination wedding, the whole experience can be just as much exciting as challenging. Knowing the pitfalls of planning from afar can help you avoid unpleasant situations. 1. Planning a legal ceremony without doing your homework Get married abroad will involve some research about legal requirements, documentation you may be required […]

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20 Questions To Ask Your Wedding Venue

By Anne Walker

You’ve just got engaged and you’ve chosen Ibiza as the destination for your wedding… Congratulations! You’ve made an excellent decision! So what next? Unlike the UK having a destination wedding means taking a leap of faith when making important decisions and the venue is likely to be your single biggest and most costly. Ibiza has […]

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5 Wedding Apps and Websites

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Before smartphones were part of our everyday life, planning for your big day meant using paper calendars and handwritten to-do lists. But now, getting ready for your wedding is a lot easier thanks to technology. Here are our favourite 5 must-have apps and websites for planning your destination wedding in Ibiza. 1. For Getting Started […]

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Ibiza wedding on a budget

By Maddalena Scarpellini

You are thrilled about planning your dream wedding on the beautiful island of Ibiza, but we all know that the White Isle is not one of the most affordable wedding destination in Europe. The island is becoming increasingly expensive, and of course weddings are following the same direction. Even if you are dreaming of an […]

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Wedding Ceremony Outline

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Whether your service is civil or religious, it will likely follow the same general outline. In a previous post we explain the “Type of Wedding Ceremonies” available on Ibiza. Now let’s have a look at the order of events of a typical ceremony: Assembly: The guests takes their places for the ceremony, to some chilled music. […]

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Type of alternative wedding ceremonies

By Maddalena Scarpellini

The ‘Magic White Island’ of Ibiza is a very special place with a strong spiritual ethos of freedom and respect. This vibrant spirit attracts so many couples to the beautiful island and inspires a longing to express quite freely their love, desire and feelings within their ceremony of marriage. A bespoke ceremony created especially for […]

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The ultimate checklist for your Ibiza wedding

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Destination weddings in Ibiza are wonderful. Think sea, sand and sparkles. But if you’re not close to the destination where you are going to get married, things can get a little complicated. To make sure you have everything covered, we’ve decided to put together our handy checklist – which covers the whole process of getting […]

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How to pick the right wedding entertainment

By Maddalena Scarpellini

As soon as you tell your friends and family that you’ve decided to get married in Ibiza, the first things on their mind will be – party! And that’s a statement of fact, as Ibiza is THE party capital of Europe. Many talented artists, acrobats, dancers, singers & musicians have made this beautiful island their […]

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Plan your nautical sailboat wedding

By Maddalena Scarpellini

In the last couple of years Ibiza has seen boosting boat parties all over the island, we’ve seen many holiday-makers get wild while cruising the coast of Ibiza and Formentera. But while these kind of parties might not be everyone cup of tea, nobody can deny the utterly charming and spectacular atmosphere of tying the […]

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A complete guide to vendor contracts

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Dear brides-to-be this week we want to address a more technical side of your wedding planning, which we feel sure is as important as your wedding style and the dreamy decorations. While you are taking time to look at pretty Pinterest-y images and stomach-flipping photos of real weddings, make sure to include time to control […]

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How to book your chapel of love

By Maddalena Scarpellini

For your special day you’ve decided to hold your ceremony in one of the charming whitewashed churches on Ibiza. But as you will soon realise, pencilling your name into the diary of any priest on the White Isle is not as easy as it sounds. First of all you have to get in contact with […]

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Mini guide to help you choose your dream wedding venue

By Maddalena Scarpellini

We know that with all the stunning wedding venues available on Ibiza, choosing the perfect place to celebrate your special day can be as much tricky as picking your dream bridal gown. We understand the importance of getting the right venue and book it well in advance, so then you can move on and start […]

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Top tips to plan your destination wedding in Ibiza

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Among all the Islands in the Mediterranean, Ibiza is probably one of the best choice for your destination wedding, not by chance, Ibiza has it all: blue sky, turquoise water, breathtaking sunset, delicious food, lovely weather and crazy nights out! Below you can find some tips to make things easier for planning your dream destination […]

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How to get the wedding cake of your dreams

By Maddalena Scarpellini

The moment when you will cut the cake as a newly-married couple is the exclamation point of your reception. When you will do it, dozens of pictures of that moment will be taken and whether for you a wedding cake is the least of your worries, or high on the “must-have” list, all your guests […]

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Wedding hotels in ibiza

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Among the wide choice of venues in ibiza for your wedding celebration, hotels represent one of the most convenient choice. You can say goodbye to all the stress and frustration originated by the planning and truly take advantage of the facilities and services provided by Ibiza luxury 5 star hotels. The main benefits of celebrating […]

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How to choose the right beauty expert

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Over the years, Ibiza has become home for many talented make-up artists and hair stylists and the beauty sector is booming with opening of many hair and make-up services on demand. Beauty experts understand the importance of your big day and when carrying out a bridal makeup they know how to deal with the three […]

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What to expect from an Ibiza wedding photographer

By Maddalena Scarpellini

We understand how important it is on your wedding day to capture on camera the special moments so that you and your family can look back at the happy memories whenever you want. Ibiza is a very special place to get married and with its amazing scenery, light and unique atmosphere, it makes the perfect […]

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Planning your wedding in a private villa

By Maddalena Scarpellini

If you are planning to get married in a private villa on the beautiful island of Ibiza and celebrate in a romantic and intimate venue, there are few things that might come in handy knowing before booking the property of your dreams. Celebrate a wedding in a villa is increasingly popular on Ibiza. More and […]

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Ibiza wedding transportation basics

By Maddalena Scarpellini

On the face of it, organising wedding transport will come way down the ‘to do’ list of any bride – somewhere below ‘matching shoes for the page boys’, maybe? It should be pretty much a case of deciding what sort of limousine the bride should descend from upon arrival? Arranging the time at which you […]

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Ibiza countryside wedding basics

By Maddalena Scarpellini

In your romantic countryside wedding, the nature plays a starring role by enlightening the most important day of your life. Have you ever dreamed about walking among fruit trees and colourful flowers? Then the picturesque countryside of Ibiza is the right location for setting your wedding. Every season has its own charm. Depending on when […]

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Ibiza beach wedding basics

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Did you always dream to walk down the aisle with views over the beautiful turquoise water of the Mediterranean and to celebrate your blessing while the sun drops into the sea? Then Ibiza is the right place for hosting the celebration of your love! In our minds beach weddings seems effortless and evokes images of […]

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How to choose the right caterer

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Your wedding day on Ibiza is going to be a truly unforgettable experience, so the food that you lay on for your guests also needs to be truly wonderful. Fortunately, as demand for weddings on Ibiza has soared, a number of excellent outside caterers have sprung up on Ibiza. Many involve people who run, or […]

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Why hire a professional DJ

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Wedding music is a fundamental part of the celebration and especially so here on Ibiza, where the sun is shining and the weather is sweet – it already makes you want to get up on your dancing feet. It’s important to hire a professional entertainer to ensure that your celebration runs in a smooth and […]

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Things You Should Know About Working With Ibiza Wedding Planners

By Maddalena Scarpellini

Once you’ve succumbed to the lure of Ibiza as the perfect venue for your wedding, it’s time to start dealing with the finer details. The practicalities of making it all happen; from arranging a wedding date for the civil formalities, to then neatly slotting in the choosing and booking of the perfect accommodation for your […]

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The Legal situation regarding getting married on Ibiza

By Richard Lawson

Most of the growing numbers of weddings that take place on Ibiza are actually wedding blessings. This is because Spain is a devout Catholic country and only recognises your marriage as legal if you are a member of the Catholic faith or a Spanish resident. If either you, or your partner, are Catholics you will […]

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