There's a specific feeling I get when a couple first reaches out to me about a destination wedding. It's not excitement. It's tension.
Stefanie and Cody planned everything from the USA over eight months — video calls, emails, shared documents. Their wedding took place at Melody Village in Puerto Plata: lush green hills, a tented reception, an open-air ceremony space, and a pool that catches the late-afternoon light. Stefanie wore a modern romantic gown with a lace bodice and flowing tulle skirt; Cody wore a tailored all-black suit. What I remember most is the look on Stefanie's face during cocktail hour — not running anywhere, not checking anything. Just present.
“Exceeded expectations! Our wedding was everything we could have asked for and then some! Anni was amazing! Her close attention to detail & willingness to be open to her client's vision & feedback was so genuine. Planning a destination wedding was quite nerve wrecking but Anni made us feel so comfortable in her abilities. Anni was considerate of any concerns, she was transparent & best of all, empathetic to life circumstances throughout our planning journey. Her & her team executed our dream wedding & made our vision come to life! We really can't thank her & her team enough. We would do it all over again. Thank you Anni — Bodas & Mas, our day was magical!
— Stefanie & Cody, USA
A year later, Stefanie still looks back and says: “We would do it all over again.” That's the bar.