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Meet Monica: Nature-loving destination wedding and elopement planner
Meet Monica:
Nature-loving destination wedding and elopement planner
When planning your destination wedding, we’ll be working closely alongside each other. I’m here as your ideas facilitator, creative problem solver, listener, travel companion and ally; and learning what makes you tick and lights you up will inform the landscapes, colours, textures and details of your unique destination wedding.
So, it’s only right that you get to know a little about me, to see whether I’m the right person for you to have by your side as you plan this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
My experience with travel and events started in the tourism industry – I studied tourism and event management at university. While I’m grateful for the travel opportunities that this afforded me, I’m actually most thankful for the way it pointed my arrow away from tourism. I soon realised that my way of seeing the world has nothing to do with top ten lists, crowded places and selfie sticks.
Take me away from the glossy brochure pages, the beaches crammed with sun-seekers and the restaurants with menus translated for tourists. Instead let me get lost in laneways, discover the tiny cafés where the locals get their morning coffee and share stories.
Bring me deserted clifftops and off-the-beaten track hillside villages, and let me build memories that come from the unplanned experiences, and the spontaneous moments that occur when we slow down and let life happen.
It’s this sort of slow travel that I’m proposing for your destination wedding adventure. The chance to really experience the soul of a place, to take a breath, relax your shoulders, unleash your curiosity and celebrate while immersing yourself fully in all it has to offer you.
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WEDDING PLANNING
Planning with a Conscience
Just like you, I believe in beauty that’s kind, not beauty at all costs. We’re working with the world as our canvas when planning your destination wedding, and treating the planet with the utmost respect is crucial to my approach as a planner. Every option I propose to you, and every decision we make together will be done with careful consideration of its
environmental impact. A Dandelion Celebrations wedding doesn’t seek perfection, instead it craves substance, sustainability and a whole lot of soul.
Why dandelions?
Wild | Beautiful | Tenacious | Pure
Dandelions are the emblem of my business because they’re wild, versatile and surprising in their tenacity and beauty. They transform from colourful weeds into the most delicate of flowers, their leaves are packed with peppery flavour, and their petals can wander for miles! To me they represent happiness and the pure, childlike joy found in the simple things and little details – feelings that I try to evoke for each of my lovely couples as we plan amazing adventures together!
my ethos
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Just like you, I believe in beauty that's kind, not beauty at all costs."
Not all destination weddings are created equal.
At Dandelion Celebrations, an unforgettable travel experience is the pinnacle of a destination wedding. The celebration starts when the journey begins and it never ends; it lives on in the cherished memories of my couples and their guests. Dandelion Celebrations is not just for travel lovers. It’s for curious travellers, mindful explorers and those who are not afraid to wander beyond the well-travelled path.
Just like you I believe in beauty that’s kind, not beauty at all costs. Your stories are told through meaningful details because the best memories are built through soul-enriching experiences. Dandelion Celebrations does not seek perfection, it craves substance and sustainability.
That’s why connection, trust and mutual respect are at the heart of every relationship shared with couples and suppliers. We choose one another because we want more than just a service or a client.
Dandelion Celebrations’ couples have authenticity, sustainability and freedom at the core of their values; they seek the guidance of a like-minded wedding planner – one who shares their thirst for travel to unique destinations while building a legacy for a more sustainable destination wedding industry.
I was born and brought up in Italy, and while I consider myself a citizen of the world
these days, when it comes to food, my heart is still wholly Italian. Give me pizza and give
me gelato and give me it now, please!
I’m an animal lover, and when I’m planning my own travel adventures, there will always be an element of wildlife watching built into my itinerary. ANTARCTICA AND The Galapagos Islands were an all-time life highlight for me, and I’ve got a trip to SOUTH GEORGIA on my bucket list.
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When I was little, I wanted to be a circus performer. It wasn’t the lure of the sparkly leotards or the lion taming, but rather the possibility of travelling the world, capturing people’s imagination and playing as my job. As luck would have it, planning courageously curious destination weddings inspires that exact same feeling of excitement in my heart!
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Facts and Favourites:
Koorosh & Kate
Monica was in touch with us every step of the way, carefully considered all aspects of the wedding, and worked hard to ensure that everything was in line with our vision.
Ray & Raj
The day was perfect! And I can't tell you how much we appreciated your help in the lead up to the day. Without you, everything we experienced wouldn't have happened.
Heather & Sean
We would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you, Monica, for all of your efforts to create an amazing ceremony and experience for all in attendance.
Cameron & Russ
Our Friends and family are still talking about what an epic time they had. Monica was organised, stayed on budget, and found amazing venues for us to choose from.
Andrew & Leilani
If you're looking for the someone to make your dreams come true with detailed planning and coordination for your special day, then absolutely look no further than Monica.
Tom & Nadia
Monica helped us create the most incredible wedding. When we looked for a planner for our wedding in Italy, she said she would make sure that the wedding was right for us.
Stephanie & David
Monica’s presence on the day meant we could soak up and enjoy our wedding with our guests knowing that things were in hand by someone who had our best interests in mind.
