Whether you’re planning in Goa, Rajasthan, Kerala, or anywhere else across India, this guide breaks down what it actually costs to do it well — with 100 guests, two night stay, and no shortcuts.
Planning a destination wedding in India?
Here’s what wedding planners actually charge — from boutique luxury to practical coordination. Real insights. No fluff.
RAAS Jodhpur is one of the coolest boutique hotels in Jodhpur perfect for an intimate wedding. It’s contemporary and chic whilst harmoniously bearing the flavors and character of the time gone by. It offers the most spectacular views of the pride and icon of the city ‘Mehrangarh fort’.
A high tea on the day of guest’s arrival or a brunch and high tea on the check out day is a great way to have a little bit more fun time with your dear ones and we wonder if there’s a better way to host it than by having a whimsical Mad Hatter’s themed … Read more
We wonder if you have considered Maldives for your destination wedding, well in case you haven’t this gorgeous beach wedding featured on our wedding blog in Vilamendhoo Island Resort makes a strong case and the odds are high you would be coaxed to consider it as your possible wedding destination. Say ‘I do’ on a … Read more
A destination wedding in Koh Samui that feels like a soft spring breeze to the heart. The texture of this gorgeous beach wedding is gentle, ethereal and flowing like a soothing musical note played on a harpsichord. The wedding was planned with the intention of having the best weekend ever; sunny smiles and happy tears … Read more
If you’re planning a wedding in India in 2025-26 onwards, these new articles offer current pricing, planning insights, and honest advice for international couples:
This older article still provides useful context, but the updated guides reflect today’s realities better.
Once upon a laid back fishing village Kovalam is now an international beach wedding destination. The beach town is located by the Arabian Sea and is silhouetted by the giant palm trees and that’s what the name Kovalam literally translates to: the grove of coconut trees. Wikipedia Trivia: It is the only international beach in … Read more
If you are the ones who don’t believe in Love at first sight, your belief will be strongly tested as you behold this palatial and luxurious hotel in sight. There are very few hotels which could provide an experience that in all honesty celebrate its home city, Suryagarh was conceived with this noble idea and … Read more
Backwaters – Check. Beaches – Check. Water Falls – Check. Tea Covered Hills-Check. Houseboats – Check. Luxury Hotels – Check. Ayurvedic Spa – Check. Spices – Check. National Parks – Check. Wild Life – Check. Boat Races – Check. God’s Own Country Kerala – Double Check. We are quite sure all wedding planners and stylists … Read more
Finding the right make-up artist is by no means an easy task, it could literally give you nightmares. Especially when you are not having your wedding in the metro city, it could become even more difficult. When you are having a destination wedding, either you could fly in the make-up artist (MUA) or book a … Read more
The old world charms and grandeur of the forts and palaces of Jaipur are almost hypnotic, teleporting you back to the time of royal opulence. When you are planning a destination wedding in Jaipur, the choices of venues can get a little confusing as there are way too many gorgeous properties to choose from. You … Read more
Weddings favors are no obligation, and let us not look at them like that, which we sometimes knowingly/ unknowingly tend to do. Favors are your way of saying heartfelt ‘thank you’ to your loved ones. So make them dearly special, something that not only reflects your personality but is also a little meaningful. Thoughtful gifts … Read more
While deciding upon your destination wedding, it is very unlikely that Thailand wouldn’t appear on the list of probable cities. Be it us, your wedding planners or you the married couples-to-be it is a unanimous choice. It is not only because Thailand has positioned itself as one of the best wedding destination over the last … Read more
A gorgeous beach wedding in Goa awaits you.. Before we come to luxurious wedding hotels in Goa for your destination wedding, imagine balmy beaches lined with towering coconut trees, which is the quintessential definition of Goa. Though that alone could be a reason enough to lure you plan your destination wedding in Goa, but then again … Read more
If you’re planning a wedding in India in 2025-26 onwards, these new articles offer current pricing, planning insights, and honest advice for international couples:
This older article still provides useful context, but the updated guides reflect today’s realities better.
You have decided upon the royal wedding in Rajasthan, but your head is still whirling about which city in Rajasthan. Yes Jaipur is a heritage haven and logistically most viable city in the state but it has become a tad too touristy. As for Udaipur, it is admittedly one of our favourite wedding destinations in … Read more
So you have got your save-the-date finalized, the next stationery element that you probably have on your to-do-list for the destination wedding is luggage tag. In case you have missed out on this seemingly trivial element, we double suggest you get at it right away. This would not only help with the easy identification of … Read more
You may choose the full spectrum of colours or the monochromes to project moments, but here’s the thing, white contains all the colours and when all colours come together they form a shade of black, so maybe that which seems to be a separation is perhaps inseparable at its core. The essence, the emotions and … Read more
The Mountain Wedding is calling.. Although we love beaches, oceans and deserts as much, it is only mountains that beckon with a sort of magnetic pull so strong, that we just go to them. They invoke a certain magic, speak to the every depths of you, and bring you closer to who you are. If that’s your … Read more
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