Having Fer Juaristi in Malta - an experience which will forever be in my heart.

With over 30 years of experience, Jayne Seddon of Casa Collina Events crafts deeply personal destination weddings in Italy, blending intuition, authenticity, and a seamless sense of place.

An insightful look into Silvia Bacchi’s approach to destination weddings, where she prioritizes experience, flow, and intention over aesthetics to create deeply immersive and meaningful celebrations.

Interview with Camelia Lambru, a renowned destination wedding planner and founder of Camelia Lambru Event Production, celebrated for designing exceptional weddings across Italy with a refined blend of creativity, expertise, and an outstanding network of top-tier vendors.

Today we have an interview with the wedding planner behind VB Studio - Valentina Bianchi, who is an Italian destination wedding planner who helps couples from the US plan their weddings in Italy.

Franklin Balzan, the photographer behind FBalzan Photography, is an internationally recognised destination wedding photographer known for a deeply personal and thoughtful approach. Specialising in authentic moments and creative artistic portraits, his work focuses on real emotions and meaningful connections. Ranked 12th in the world by ProwedAward for 2025 and published in the New York Times, Junebug Weddings, and World’s Best Wedding Photos, Franklin documents weddings in a natural, unobtrusive way—creating timeless imagery that tells each couple’s true story with care, creativity, and intention.

Many couples are drawn to the unique idea of an outdoor wedding, but it’s important to prepare for the added risks and challenges that come with it.

In this blog post, I guide you through the process and steps of how to build a new photography business.

Private travel is revolutionizing how modern travelers access iconic destinations, offering unparalleled efficiency and luxury, particularly for significant events like destination weddings. Through innovations like streamlined booking platforms and tailored aviation infrastructure, private travel transforms logistical challenges into seamless experiences, saving time while enhancing convenience and exclusivity.

Excerpt: Perched on Valletta’s historic bastions with sweeping harbor views, the 5-star Grand Hotel Excelsior offers unparalleled Mediterranean elegance and five-star service for your big day. Its versatile venues – from open-air terraces to grand ballrooms – coupled with gourmet catering and lavish accommodations, ensure an unforgettable wedding experience.

Il Borro – A restored medieval village estate owned by the Ferragamo family, set across organic vineyards and olive groves in Tuscany, blending luxury hospitality with authentic countryside living.

Borgo di Vignamaggio is a meticulously restored fifteenth-century hamlet in the heart of Chianti Classico that offers a sophisticated synthesis of Renaissance heritage and contemporary luxury design. This exclusive estate provides a seamless multi-day wedding experience through its versatile event spaces, including a signature glass greenhouse and a private theater carved into ancient wine cellars.

Villa Le Fontanelle is not merely a venue; it is an artifact of humanism repurposed for the modern celebration of love. Its greatest asset is its balance: it provides the historical gravity of a 15th-century palace with the logistical ease of a modern boutique hotel.

Castello di Velona stands as a superlative example of what is possible when historic preservation meets modern luxury hospitality. It is a venue that appeals to the senses on every level—the visual beauty of the Val d'Orcia, the olfactory delight of the vineyards, the tactile luxury of the thermal waters, and the gustatory excellence of the Brunello wine.

Perched in the Tuscan hills near Florence, Tenuta di Artimino offers a timeless blend of historic grandeur, sweeping vineyards, and refined countryside elegance—perfect for a destination wedding that feels both luxurious and deeply authentic. With its iconic villa, panoramic terraces, and enchanting golden-hour light, it creates an unforgettable setting for couples seeking romance, beauty, and a true Tuscan experience.

Discover Villa Medicea di Lilliano: an 11th-century Medici villa near Florence for exclusive weddings. Panoramic views, 70ha vineyards/olives, indoor Limonaia hall. Sleeps 28, up to 200 guests. Luxury services and Tuscan charm.

Discover Villa Il Pozzo, a luxury Tuscan estate near San Gimignano. Scenic castle villa, olive groves, pool, up to 100 guests. All-inclusive weddings with stunning Chianti views.

Explore Casa Cornacchi, a charming Tuscan country house wedding venue. Panoramic hilltop views, up to 120 guests, full accommodation. Authentic Tuscan dining, pool, gardens. All-inclusive destination weddings.

Discover Tenuta di Papena, a 13th-century Tuscan farmhouse venue. Hilltop views, infinity pool, Abbey nearby. Capacity 100, exclusive use, self-cater. Detailed guide with pricing, tips, and FAQs.