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In Beach wedding/ Venues/ Wedding Ideas/ Wedding Trends

Elegant Destination Wedding Inspiration

Few weeks ago we had the opportunity to plan an elegant wedding in a charming oceanfront location nearby Lima and we felt in love with the decoration details. This wedding was all about flowers arrangements, flower centerpieces and a beautiful flower and foliage arch for the ceremony. The stunning venue did its part too, since all these elements combined with the location made everything even more perfect. Here I want to give you an idea of how the decoration details bride and groom choose really made a difference in creating the atmosphere they were looking for.

When I received the call from the couple, I immediately understood that they were looking for a special location and this is really one of a kind. That is why I proposed them this beautiful oceanfront villa with romans architecture pieces, a little pool and a beautiful garden area. I also understood they were looking for an elegant wedding with a Peruvian touch, so me and my team tried heard to propose them little but meaningful decoration details.

First, the charming and elegant arch! This was a super fluffy arch with foliage and flowers as ceremony backing. It was a great choice to have the ceremony in the evening under a beautiful sunset. The sunset light combined with the arch really created an outstanding atmosphere for unforgettable photos.

As I said above, this wedding was all about flowers. Apart from the arch, the beautiful flower arrangements at the center of the buffet table added an elegant touch to the wedding reception.

The bar was one of a kind with the beautiful eucalypt foliage backing, highlighted by hanging light bulbs. At the side of the bar we placed two big flower arrangements, to create a perfect symmetry. The effect was very elegant and romantic.

Another beautiful decoration detail was the ceiling of the tent, which mixes foliage dangling lianas with ivory fabric.

The table set up was very elegant, with a beautiful white, ivory and light pink roses with foliage, white tablecloth and crystal dishes with golden border. The chairs chosen for the reception were golden tiffany chairs with white cushions.

The tree in the reception area was decorated with hanging jars with white candles, another elegant touch.

On the wooden table for the sweets we placed a huge flower arrangement in ivory, light pink tones with foliage with truffle towers and little traditional Peruvian sweets.

Also the cake was very flowery, a beautiful three-tier with the top tier covered in gold fondant and decorated with white, red and gold flowers.

November 22, 2019 By sayinperu

In Destination weddings/ peruvian style/ Wedding Trends

Why Should I Get Married In Cusco?

Couples who decide to get married in Peru always have many questions since it is highly probable that they do not the country at all or at least one of them has never been to Peru. One of the main questions is “what are the real advantages of getting married in Cusco?”… Well the answer is easy: it is one of the best and most charming places in the world!!! Hihihihihi I know this sounds quite reductive and biased, so I will try to elaborate a little bit my idea giving you a list of pros about getting married in Cusco.

1. First of all you have to consider the city itself. Cusco is a charming city in the southern region of Peru, in few words we could say that you can breathe the very essence of Peru there! Getting married in Cusco basically means having the real Peru destination wedding! Walking in the street you can find around the corner a traditional woman with a baby alpaca in her hands, a man in traditional clothes playing the pan flute, or an old lady selling coca leaves right across the street.

2. You will have beautiful wedding photos. I can guarantee that your pre-wedding pics and post-ceremony sessions will be amazing. You can have a beautiful photo right in front of Cusco’s cathedral in the main square, you can also have photos in Sacsayhuaman, I think you should ask for a special permit for that, but still … you can do it! The sky in Cusco is sooo blue, with beautiful clouds and the sunlight is perfect for taking photos. So if the wedding photography item is very important for you, Cusco is definitely the option.

3. If you are thinking about a destination wedding in Peru I think you are expecting your wedding guests to come over and attend the celebration. I am pretty sure that when you announce your wedding in Peru our guests will be very happy, considering that this will be an opportunity to travel to one of the best travel destination ever. Peru has always been a touristic destination for travel lovers, who have dreamed about hiking Machu Picchu, walking around Cusco’s archeologic sites or sipping a coca tea to prevent altitude sickness. So your wedding will be the perfect occasion for them.

4. There is Machu Picchu “around the corner”. Everybody knows that if you go to Peru you cannot miss Machu Picchu, the ancient Inca citadel located in the Urubamba river Valley at about 80 kilometres from Cusco. So, Cusco is the place to be if you want to visit Machu Picchu, you have to take a train which must be booked in advance and do a bit of logistic coordination (That’s another topic that deserves another article for sure), but still is the closest and most convenient place to reach Machu Picchu. If you want to make sure that your guests attend your wedding celebration abroad, then choose Cusco.

5. Money money money…that’s always the big issue when it comes to wedding planning. If you opt for getting married in Cusco your budget will significantly decrease, compared on getting married in the United States or in one of the other wedding destinations, such as the Bahamas, the Barbados, Jamaica or the Mexican coast. I noticed myself the difference while I was doing a bit of research on catering and decoration suppliers in the United States and Bahamas for my wedding. I can ensure you can plan the wedding of your dreams with a much lower budget than the one the same wedding could cost in the United States, Italy, France or another famous wedding destination. I think this is an enormous and important pro to consider.

6. Cusco is one of the most famous wedding destinations in Peru, also Peruvians love to get married there. Therefore, the great advantage is that local suppliers are extremely experienced when it comes to wedding planning processes and they can give you precious advices, considering that they perfectly know the venues located in the area, the infrastructures, the tools to use, where to find the right materials, they know everything about the weather, etc. All of those details are very important, and the knowledge of the place is essential when it comes to problem solving skills. Local suppliers are always the best, if you like to play on the safe side! And in wedding playing on the safe side is crucial!!!

So what are you waiting for? Come to Peru and get married in Cusco with us!

December 27, 2017 By sayinperu

In Destination weddings/ peruvian style/ Save The Date

Wedding Inspiration in The Sacred Valley

A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of organizing a very special wedding celebration in the heart of the Sacred Valley. Bride and groom had a rustic wedding in mind since the very beginning of the planning process and I had so much fun putting together all the pieces of this amazing rustic-style event.

Choosing the venue wasn’t so easy since there are soooooo many wedding venue options in that area that could fit their expectations, and all of them are “rustic-style oriented”. I come up with this expression myself now! hihihihi 😀

The venue chosen is conveniently located in the heart of the Valley, has a colonial architectural structure, a beautiful courtyard, a charming chapel and the stunning Andean mountains on the background. The first thought I had was: they will manage to have amazing pictures here, therefore everlasting memories of this special moment!

Also after selecting the perfect venue for them (actually also for me) we started looking into all the specific details related to decorations, furnitures, bride’s bouquet, wedding cake, music, etc. All the details you should consider in the wedding planning process. The decorations were mainly in wood, the centerpieces were amazing with foliage, white Hydrangeas, mini Chinese roses in a glass vase wrapped with twine on a wood base and white candles in little glass vases.

Bride and groom loved the idea of signs, so they decided to use them to point the reception area for the guest. As decorative elements we also used little slates for the bar and the welcome guests table. The tent they choose was white with rustic details in the inside mainly made of raffia and beautiful fairy lights hanging from the roof. As decoration we used an old bike and old wooden furniture. The result was an amazing atmosphere, soft and cozy lighting and elegant decorations.

The bride’s bouquet was lovely! The bride opted for an airy bouquet with greenery, foliage, white roses of different sizes, all perfectly assembled.

The cake was a 2-tier almond cake filled with milk chocolate cream and covered by buttercream…absolutely delicious! Also the cake was in rustic style with twigs in chocolate and topped with some greenery.

As in any traditional Peruvian wedding there was also a special time dedicated to the famous “Hora loca”. The couple chose a traditional Peruvian theme, with character from Peruvian traditions, such as the Guinea Pig, two typical Andean characters called “maqtas” and a stilt walker.

Overall I really enjoyed the planning process for this wedding, looking into all the details, the decorations, the lighting, the old furniture. And the best part is that everything run smoothly that day! Bride, groom and all the guests really enjoyed their time in Peru and I am sure they went back home with some great memories and a desire of coming back to Peru soon.

November 4, 2017 By sayinperu

In Destination weddings/ Wedding Trends

Five Venue Options to get married in Lima

You decide to get married in Lima, you know exactly what you want for your wedding but the only thing you are missing is the perfect venue. Well, we are here for you! Here five options that you can consider for your wedding ceremony and reception in Lima.

1. Beautiful house on the Pacific Ocean

This is one of our favorite places, located right in front of the ocean, with a stunning view, giant columns (Roman empire style) and a charming atmosphere! This is only an hour from Lima and ryour guests will be amazed!

2. Glamorous ballroom in the heart of the capital city

If you like the classic style this venue is a very good option, one of the best in town. The architecture is colonial and this place is ideal for bride and groom who want to get married in styel!

3. Colonial Museum in Lima’s city center

If you are a bcouple who is in love with art and you want to create a very special atmosphere for your wedding celebration, this is the perfect place for you! We recently organized a wedding here with an ArtDeco inspiration, and it was perfect!

4. Beautiful Hacienda in Lima’s countryside

If you are looking for an outdoor wedding celebration, merged with nature and Peruvian traditions you should definitely consider to get married in a Hacienda. There you can have a tent for your reception and a very special corner decorated in a rustic style for your ceremony. For “Hacienda weddings” rustic, wood and colorful flowers are the key words!

5. Beautiful villa nearby Lima

For a sophisticated couple, having a wedding reception in a amazing villa could be the best option. Renting a villa is also very versatile, since you can use the decoration that you prefer and generally there is no curfew. So you can really party until dawn!

December 9, 2016 By sayinperu

In Elopement/ Save The Date/ Venues/ vow renewal/ Wedding Trends

Thinking about eloping in Peru? Here everything you need to know!

When you look into the dictionary for the word “to elope” the meaning is to run away and to not come back to the point of origin. We usually use this word to refer to run off to be married with your lover usually in an intimate and private ceremony without parents and direct family. The definition of elopement has changed during the years and it has lost day by day its negative connotation, since it was usually used for weddings where lovers got married without parental or societal consent. However today the meaning has changed, as I said, and elopement is a very special way to affirm your love and it is becoming a common practice.

While some couple love organizing big weddings, there are other couples who do not enjoy this and they prefer a more intimate and private event. Being abroad and visit a new country is always exciting and combining a trip with a marriage is even more exciting! So, why do not run away and elope in Peru?

I have organized many elopements in Peru since I started working in the industry. Favorite spots for elopement are Cusco and the coast, especially in the northern region. Due to the magic of the place and the spiritual atmosphere you can find the old capital city of the Inca Empire is one of the best places to elope in Peru. Also Tumbes or Mancora are beautiful spots for beach elopements, which you can do during your romantic escape in one of the beautiful beaches placed in the north of Peru. I personally love the idea of two lovers going in a beautiful and stunning setting to confirm their love in a very special way. Choosing to elope actually means that you do care about your marriage and that the only important person you want to share that moment with is your lover.

What to consider for your elopement? First of all you have to choose a memorable and charming venue, there will be the two of you or perhaps a friend or few family members and the venue must be awesome! I would say that it is one of the main actors of the event, a part from you and your significant one. Elopement is all about lovers, atmosphere and venue, since you will not have guests and big decorations.

For a perfect elopement you also have to choose the right photographer since he has to capture the atmosphere of your special ceremony. It is necessary to have visual prove of your wedding since there will not be guests and you may want to tell others about your wedding. So a visual memory of your elopement is highly needed!

A big pro of an elopement is that is stress-free. There is no need to plan everything in advance, there is no need to decide on seating arrangement, there is no need to consider your guests food allergies, there is no need of waiting for RSVP, there is no need to plan how your bridesmaids will be dressed…and believe me all these details are crucial for a successful wedding event. This is a big pro of opting for an elopement rather than a proper wedding.

Another pro is that you can make it fast, that means that organizing an elopement is obviously faster that organizing a real wedding with ceremony and reception and all the details related to them, so you do not need to start planning it one year and half in advance, just take your time to see what you really want and need to make your elopement special! Remember that elopement is all about you, your partner and the venue! These are the three elements!

To the other end a big con of an elopement is that your family and friends will be mad at you both guys because you did not say a word on this and you did not share such an important moment with them. If you choose to keep it as a secret, sometimes couples opt to share this idea with family and sometime there are few friends and family members who do not mindto travel with them. But in case you keep it totally secret, do no panic, just be prepared to strong reactions, do not take them personally and do not feel the need to justify yourself. To elope is your choice, and you can always organize a vowels renewal or a reception for direct family and friends after you got married. Having a post-elopement party is quite common nowadays

September 21, 2016 By sayinperu

In Beach wedding/ Destination weddings/ entertainment/ Guests/ Save The Date/ Venues/ Wedding Trends

Can I have a beach wedding in Peru?

When it comes to destination weddings we generally think about weddings in exotic destinations, beachfront weddings with beautiful landscapes, lot of sunshine, stunning sunsets and the smell of the ocean breeze everywhere. This is what comes to my mind…So, one of the questions I often receive from couples is: “is it possible to have a beach wedding in Peru?”

Of course it is!!! Peru is known as a country with a huge variety of landscapes and climate areas. We have three main regions: mountains, forest and coast. Peru has a charming biodiversity and this makes it one of the best touristic destinations in the world! That is why we are able to offer to couples interested in a destination wedding a wide variety of options for their wedding ceremony and reception! So if you are planning to have an exotic beach front wedding ceremony with all the elements we saw before (beautiful landscapes, lot of sunshine, stunning sunsets and the smell of the ocean breeze) you should definitely include Peru in your list!

I will try to do my best to include the best options here, but I am sure this list will not be a closed one; there will be always a new beautiful destination to discover…that is actually the best part of my work! I am very open to new challenges and I love discovering new venues around the country!

The first destination on my list is Paracas, it is located near Lima, in the Ica region, and it offers beautiful beaches, sun and an amazing fauna. Here you have plenty of choices of venues located in front of the beach, the main hotel chains have their resorts there and the area is pretty quiet and peaceful. So you and your guests will enjoy sun, ocean breeze and you will totally relax under the sun. I do not know if the wife and husband to be will actually manage to relax, we all know that if you are getting married you are all but relax! However, I swear that your guests will have a great time there! There are so many activities and tours they can be engaged in, or they can simply lie on the beach with a great Pisco-based cocktail in a hand and a tasty and fresh “ceviche” in the other! You do not know what Pisco and ceviche are? Oh God you are missing two of life’s pleasures…check it out here and here!

Another destination you might consider is Mancora, located up north in the Piura region. This is place for beautiful and wild beaches, sunshine and stunning sunsets. Same as Paracas, you have extensive venue choices for beach-front weddings and you will definitely have lot of fun. And while you are walking down the aisle barefooted, you will be trapped by the wonderful sunset on the Pacific Ocean. If you have guests who love surfing, or if you love it yourself, this is the spot to choose. Mancora is one of the best destinations in the country for surf spots.

As you know Lima is the only Latin America’s capital city overlooking the Pacific Ocean, so why do not opt for Lima! There are also here different options you can consider, especially luxury private beach houses in the south area of the capital city. They are mainly located few kilometers far away from Lima. These houses are amazing venues, where you and your guests will have a private and intimate wedding ceremony and you will party until dawn to celebrate your special day! I can ensure you that this is a great option, especially if you have Peruvian guests living in Lima who are not eager to travel elsewhere.

As I said above, these are only few options, but there are many more to discover. Let’s say that Peru is an amazing country and it always gives surprise!

August 12, 2016 By sayinperu

In Venues/ Wedding Trends

Peru destination weddings in the Sacred Valley of the Incas

There are many reasons to choose Peru as a wedding destination. Many couples look for a wedding in Peru as a way to have a unique and memorable wedding experience with their loved ones, other as a way to have a princess-like wedding at a lower price. A Peru wedding allows them to travel somewhere exotic and fabulous, where they can also enjoy an unforgettable vacation, visiting awesome archeological sites, tasting delicious food and new fresh and genuine ingredients and discovering a new fascinating culture.

The country offers a wide variety of destinations for authentic and sophisticated wedding, from Lima, the big and vibrant capital city on the Pacific Coast, to Cusco, the wonderful town in the Andean with a deep history, the Sacred Valley, with its luxury hotels and resorts and the stunning landscapes, and Paracas, with its beautiful flora and fauna and its peaceful beaches. All destinations are extremely charming, but if you are looking for an authentic venue for your wedding celebration and luxurious accommodation for you and your guests Sacred Valley would certainly be your best option.

In the past the Sacred Valley was simply a transition area on the way to Machu Picchu for many tourists. The valley, which stretches between Cusco and the historic ruins of Machu Picchu, has become home for luxury and sophisticated hotels and resorts with modern spas and facilities in the last years. All these hotels and resorts located in the middle of the valley, are perfect venues for wedding ceremonies and receptions, and they can accommodate your guests, who will enjoy the perfect location, since they are very close to Machu Picchu, the beautiful views and the special energy of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

A romatic gateway is hidden from the rest of the Valley’s Hotel and it is located beside the Vilcanota River, set in an 18^th century colonial hacienda, 1 hour away from the city of Cuzco and 30 minutes from Ollantaytambo train station. It is one of the most romantic properties in the Urubamba valley; it has 115 air-conditioned rooms and a 25,000 square-foot spa, which is the most impressive in the entire Cusco region. It features a collection of historically-inspired rooms coupled with modern elements and a minimalist design. Among its facilities we can mention the 4 restaurants on the grounds, the small art gallery, the glass-covered orchid pyramid, the cinema, a small library, a restored chapel and a business centre. The St. Peter and St. Paul temple maintains the seventeenth century architectural style, with a modern colonial touch and it features painting of the Cusco School and gold.leaf platings and amazing decorations.

A beautiful garden setting venue located down the hills of the valley, which confers more privacy to its guests and contributes to create a cozy atmosphere. It is set next to the Urubamba River, 15-minute walk from Urubamba main square. It is one of the finest boutique hotel in Urubamba with its three options of Villas, Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites, with their beautiful outdoor terraces and the stunning view of the river, and it serves as ideal setting for a magical and spiritual wedding ceremony. The tranquil and quiet gardens are extremely immaculate and you can find alpacas walking around in the peaceful environment. They feature a wide variety of Peruvian flora and fauna as well as stunning landscapes, especially at sunset and dawn. The immaculate gardens and grounds contribute to create the perfect atmosphere for you and your loved ones. This property is ideal for outdoor ceremony and reception.

In the Urubamba valley with a panoramic view of the Andes, only a short drive from Urubamba town we find a a luxurious and romantic chalet-style retreat. This is a beautiful outdoor venue with a breathtaking view of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is ideal for your wedding ceremony and reception, especially if you are looking for a property with an extensive green area and beautiful design interiors in a remote and quiet location. The decorations are mainly rustic with traditional Andean details. The venue is perfect for traditional Andean ceremonies in a rustic atmosphere, nestled between the mountainous peaks and the sound of the river. You will have the wedding of your dreams in a mystical, intimate and magic setting and you and your guests will enjoy the peace and the energy of the Sacred Valley.

Another option, actually one of the most peaceful places of the valley is a beautiful rustic chalet where you can have a real countryside experience in a bucolic ambience. You can breathe the atmosphere of a real Peruvian village. The elegant venue is surrounded by lush and landscaped gardens, very well-maintained, with a wide range of Peruvian flora and found. You can find wonderful and colorful flowers, fruit trees and alpacas rooming around the property. If you opt for this venue you can have an unforgettable outdoor wedding reception for you and your wedding guests and you can also use the charming rustic Chapel, which is part of the property. It is the ideal venue for a country style wedding with an intimate religious ceremony and a peaceful outdoor rustic reception.

Destinations weddings in Peru are becoming more and more popular; the country offers high quality facilities and services for religious ceremonies, civil ceremonies, Andean traditional ceremonies, vows exchanges and wedding-related events.

If you are planning to get married in Peru we can take care of every little detail of your destination wedding in Peru, for more information visit our website, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram or Pinterest.

March 12, 2016 By sayinperu