Best Wedding Planner in Croatia

FOUNDER OF ADRIATIC WEDDINGS AND THE BEST WEDDING PLANNER IN CROATIA

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Tamara

On our wedding day, we had two perfect rainbows that appeared in the sky over us. They were so beautiful. While I can’t promise to give you rainbows at your destination wedding in Croatia, I can promise that it will still be a day you’ll never forget.

It turns out I’ve worked in weddings since I was just a teenager. My first job in a boutique hotel was working with a wedding planner. So, it seems I was always destined for this role! My background in hospitality, working at exclusive hotels and resorts in the United States, Switzerland and China, fine-tuned my eye for detail and my impeccable organizational skills.

Along the way, I met my Croatian husband. And when we moved to Croatia in 2010, I fell in love all over again with the stunning landscapes and culture this country has to offer.

It’s here that I rediscovered my passion for wedding planning. Being able to design and plan the kind of weddings that leave my couples breathless and in love with this place by the time they leave is one of the reasons I love what I do so much.

I believe your wedding day is not just an event. It’s an experience to be cherished and held close to your heart well into your marriage and for many more years beyond that.

I cannot wait to meet you and find out what your dream wedding looks like!

Best Wedding Planner Croatia

MATEA IS OUR ZAGREB BASED HEAD WEDDING PLANNER FOR DUBROVNIK AND ISTRIA

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Matea

Matea started working in the event planning industry in 2012 and is our Zagreb-based team member. Matea is fluent in English and German. Being based in the Zagreb region, she also has an excellent overview of the venues specific to other regions in Croatia such as Istria and Dubrovnik. Matea’s strengths are attention to detail and her problem solving attitude. She ensures our Clients have what they want, feel safe and well set with her advice, and that the event turns out flawlessly. She is dedicated to creating and overseeing the perfect wedding for each of her clients, no matter what that might look like.

TEA IS OUR DUBROVNIK BASED WEDDING PLANNER AND COORDINATOR IN CROATIA

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Tea

Tea's journey in the hospitality industry began in 2008, and she ventured into the world of event planning in 2019. Fluent in both English and Croatian, Tea has also undertaken the task of learning Italian, French, and Spanish. She's currently on her way to mastering German. Apart from her love for languages, Tea is an avid traveler, which has endowed her with an unparalleled expertise in discovering exceptional locations and venues across Croatia. Having lived and worked in Ireland as well, she's explored various corners of Europe, honing her communication and organizational skills along the way. One of her biggest skills is her excellent communication with both Clients and Vendors. She also lives for to-do lists! Combine this with her natural quickness and unwavering determination, and you have the perfect recipe for crafting exceptional weddings.

GALINA IS OUR WEDDING COORDINATOR IN CROATIA

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Galina

The exact starting point of Galina's journey in the event industry isn't set in stone. It might have started when she first organized receptions as a diplomat's spouse. From there, she delved into the intricacies of protocol, table settings, and service etiquette. Galina is a language whiz, fluent in Spanish, Russian, French, English, and Croatian, and she's pretty comfortable with Italian too. On top of that, she is incredibly detail-oriented, very hard-working and a huge perfectionist. Her passions include jewelry and interior design, exploring exotic places, art and folklore. Her taste for all things beautiful and her relentless pursuit of harmony make her the perfect coordinator for your dream wedding day.

It is essential to find the perfect wedding planner in Croatia that can make your dream celebration come true. We understand that although most couples want to be as involved as possible in every step of their wedding planning, not everyone has the luxury of giving their undivided attention. Don't worry! As your wedding planner in Croatia, we will make sure to work with you every step of the way leading to your big day, on the day itself, and after. We want to achieve the most flawless and unforgettable experience that you deserve. Below, we've answered couples' most common questions to help you decide to hire us.

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In a nutshell, wedding planners are there to attend to your every need that is related to the preparations for your wedding in Croatia. As such, wedding planners in Croatia can save you a lot of valuable time and effort in bringing your special day together smoothly, without any problems. After all, destination weddings can be very stressful to plan and execute if all the planning details are being dealt with by the couple alone. We, therefore, take responsibility for all your planning and ensure that you enjoy every step of the way, from start to finish!

A wedding planner can no longer be considered as a luxury but rather an essential service provider that makes the whole event possible and flawless. Having one for your Croatia wedding means having an experienced guide showing you the way and helping you to deal with the many obstacles that can rise up on your special day.

At Adriatic Weddings Croatia we pay attention to every nitty-gritty detail and ensure that nothing is overlooked. Couples with busy schedules often find it impossible to fit all this planning into their calendars. In such cases, planning destination wedding in Croatia by yourselves is next to impossible since a typical wedding requires more than 300 hours and lots of logistical up and downs. It simply requires a dedicated and unwavering commitment that most couples cannot provide.

With a Croatia wedding planner taking care of everything that is needed on the day, you can afford to relax and focus on each other as a couple. After all, the days before your wedding should be spent together enjoying each other’s company as a couple. Adriatic Weddings Croatia will take care of your bookings, hiring, preparations and budgeting among other things and you can focus on the fun stuff such as cake tasting and choosing your favourite flower decorations from your planner's shortlist.

Why do I need a wedding planner in Croatia?

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How do we work?

In case you’re wondering how it all works when dealing with a wedding planner in Croatia, here is a quick run-down of events between the day you engage their services and the day of your wedding;

· Your inquiry is received by the wedding planner and we send you a generalized list of venue ideas that are available together with a typical budget proposal.

· To enhance the mutual understanding, the wedding planner then schedules a Zoom session so that you can share your thoughts and ideas with us and answer any of your questions.

· If you wish to get further details and assistance, you can then officially hire the wedding planner in Croatia and pay a deposit. From this point, the Adriatic Weddings Croatia immediately commits to the wedding and starts working on the finer details.

· Throughout the planning process, the wedding planner in Croatia keeps an open line of communication with the couple to share progress and ideas as well as to notify each other of any changes necessary to any part of the wedding plan.

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Are you reluctant to hire a wedding planner in Croatia because of the distance? With our help, even if you are literally thousands of miles away, you'll be on top of every decision for your special day. We pride ourselves on how we efficiently communicate everything to our couples. You will certainly appreciate the scheduled video calls for regular status updates or when there is something necessary to be discussed, constant e-mails with detailed information, and our soon-to-be-launched online planning platform.

How do we communicate during the planning process?

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We want you to be involved as much as you wish. Since we want to create your dream wedding, we appreciate it when you're active and responsive during the decision-making and final approvals. But don't get stressed with all the decisions to be made! We will be there for you at every part of the planning process. You just need to be open to communicating with us!

How involved should we be during the wedding planning?

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How can we get a quote from you?

We suggest providing us, in the beginning, with as many details of how you envision your wedding day. It is best to fill out this form so that we can schedule an initial consultation as your wedding planner in Croatia, and we will send a final quote to you after this conversation.

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We only work with couples who prefer to have our full planning, design, and coordination services. That way we can assure you that we will only provide the best service for your celebration. If we are aware of every aspect of your wedding, we can achieve the perfect result.

Can we book you for partial planning services?

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For the same reasons described above, we always want to provide the highest quality of service. We don’t offer day-of coordinator services because we can only organize a timeline and a team of vendors that we have put together.

Can we hire you as a day-of coordinator only?

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No idea where to start in your search for the perfect location for your ceremony and reception? Simply inform us of your style preferences, guest numbers, budget, and the overall ambiance you want. Following, we will give you a list of all our recommendations.

Can you help us find the venue?

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So, are you wondering why you need a separate wedding planner in Croatia in addition to the venue manager that you already have? Well, you’re not the only one! Many people often make the same mistake of thinking that the venue manager is responsible for all aspects of your destination wedding in Croatia.

In short, the venue manager is an employee of the wedding venue who makes sure that, for instance, the Croatia wedding venue conditions are as agreed with the couple having the wedding. As such, the event manager takes care of all the issues that are related specifically to the wedding venue ONLY. On the other hand, Adriatic Weddings Croatia works for the couple to ensure that ALL aspects of the wedding are in place.

Since event managers are paid for a different job than the wedding planner, their duties are very different and you need both for a successful wedding. The venue manager will focus on his/her event issues while Adriatic Weddings Croatia focuses on all aspects of your wedding. We will definitely not rest if any single item is not in place. By committing to only a limited number of weddings in Croatia at a time, you can enjoy our undivided attention at all times until the end of your wedding event.

Do I still need a wedding planner if I already have a venue manager?

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What if I have already started a wedding planning?

Many couples only learn of wedding planners after they have already started planning their wedding in Croatia and are struggling or having difficulties with a number of issues such as balancing the planning with regular work or sourcing particular services. We are always very much delighted to join you on your quest to plan the best Croatian wedding ever that will be remembered for generations to come as the start of something amazing!

Our wedding planning service can pick up from where you had gotten to so far and help you to make the tough decisions and choices that may be keeping you awake at night. We can, therefore, provide innovative solutions to all challenges that you may be facing in your planning process.

Most important of all, Adriatic Wedding Croatia ensures that no detail about the wedding has been missed. Once we’re on it, you are guaranteed to enjoy the rest of the planning process as your wedding planner in Croatia customises every aspect to your liking and adjusts everything to suit your budget! This is the start of a new chapter in your life and we’re here to give you the perfect start ever!

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If we plan a multi-day celebration, will you plan, design, and coordinate all activities?

Absolutely! It would be a dream for us to work with you on a magnificent multi-day celebration! We would love to be a part of every step of the event. Planning, designing, and coordinating all the activities are just a few of the services you can expect from the team when you hire us as your wedding planner in Croatia.

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What is the cost of getting married in Croatia?

There are many factors that all come together to determine the overall wedding cost in Croatia. There are also many packages and wedding types that couples can opt for depending on their interests, circumstances and preferences. Elements such as the wedding venue, the catering services, music selection, and the number of invited guests are some of the key elements to consider when trying to estimate the potential cost of your wedding in Croatia.

On average, typical weddings in Croatia cost between 500 and 800 Euros per each person on the guest list depending on guest numbers, chosen venue and period. On average we suggest to budget minimum 35.000 Euros for 50 people wedding. This estimation is based on a modest wedding of 1-day duration, covering everything from the cake to the venue with standard food, beverages, venue hire, wedding planner fees etc. If you plan on having other special activities and features such as a pre-wedding party, then you may need to consider spending more.

For more upscale and fancy weddings, a bigger budget is required. A typical example of this would be a luxury, premium boutique wedding venue, which can cost you anything between 70.000 to 120 000 Euros for your wedding day cost.

Now, while reducing the number of attending guest can help you to cut on costs, there remain several static fees such as the photographer’s fee or the officiator/DJ's fee which all need to be budgeted for when calculating your Croatia wedding costs.