How To Plan the Perfect Tuscan Vineyard Wedding

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You’ve been working on your wedding Pinterest board since you were 11. You’ve seen Under the Tuscan Sun only about a million times. It’s time to make your wedding dreams come true with a stunning Tuscan vineyard wedding!

Rustic-style weddings have made a huge comeback in recent years. However, getting married in a local barn is so last year. With VB Events, you can take your wedding to the next level. Experience all the beauty of the Tuscany countryside, while marrying the love of your life in an intimate, rustic ceremony.

A bride in a white dress gracefully walks down a scenic road, embodying elegance for a Tuscan vineyard wedding.

Why You Should Have a Tuscan Vineyard Wedding

The Tuscan countryside is a romantic and adventurous wedding location. The lush vineyards make an amazing backdrop to the happiest day of your life. This location is perfect for couples who love wine, and who want to experience some of the best wine in the world while they tie the knot.

Whether you had to postpone the wedding due to COVID-19 or you are planning a ceremony for the very first time, you and your beloved should consider a wedding held in an authentic vineyard in Tuscany.

Not only will the venue embrace an authentic rustic-chic aesthetic, you will get to walk down the aisle in the fresh hair – against a backdrop of rolling country hills.

According to The Knot, the top wedding trends of 2021 include pops of color, outdoor ceremonies, more intimate weddings, and an increase in travel.

Since everyone has spent the last year cooped up at home, couples across the world are excited to travel, try new foods, and see the sights.

Why not plan a destination wedding and get married in the gorgeous Tuscan countryside?

It is like a wedding and a honeymoon all rolled into one. The best part is that you get to share the experience with all your closest friends and family members, giving them a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

What To Look For in a Tuscan Vineyard Venue

Wedding planning can be a lot – from outfit shopping to putting together the guest list, and all the work that goes into decorations. One benefit of having your wedding at a vineyard in Tuscany, is that you don’t have to spend nearly as much time on DIY, Etsyinspired decorations and signs.

However, it is important to make sure that the venue meets all your needs. When you plan your destination wedding with VB Events, you have several options for where to have your Tuscan vineyard wedding.

Here are 5 things to consider when you are picking out a vineyard venue:

1. Size of Wedding and Guest List

In general, destination weddings and rustic weddings are usually smaller and more intimate than traditional weddings. However, different couples have a different definition of what constitutes an intimate wedding.

Some small weddings have 10 or fewer guests, and some have as many as 50 guests. The most important thing to look for in a venue is that it can comfortably accommodate all your guests.

If you guests are staying on-location, then you will need to either pick a venue with enough rooms for everyone, or narrow down the guest list.

2. Mobility and Accessibility

This is you and your beloved’s reminder to think about the grandparents. If your elderly relatives are attending your destination wedding, then you should take into consideration their mobility.

While outdoor weddings are beautiful, it can be hard for people in wheelchairs or with canes to make it across great distances. Of course, no one wants to be left out because they have difficulty walking across a field of grape vines.

If you or your wedding guests have any mobility concerns, let your wedding planner know. There are many available locations in Tuscany that would be easily accessible to everyone on the guest list.

3. Luxury or Homey

There is a wide range of directions you can go in when you decide to have a rustic wedding. The term “rustic” itself can describe a wide range of wedding aesthetics. For some couples, their rustic wedding is a casual affair in the family barn, complete with a relative manning the grill, games of cornhole, and a few dogs running around.

On the other hand, a rustic wedding can also be a luxurious wedding, complete with a high-fashion designer gown, wooden signage and centerpieces, 5-star food, and a black-tie dress code.

Vineyard weddings can be easily tailored to meet you and your partner’s desires, whether you want to go earthy and casual or luxurious and high-fashion.

Rustic chic wedding round tables decorated with white robe and wooden chairs.

4. What Kind of Experience Do You Want?

One of the best parts about planning a destination wedding in Italy is that you and your partner can use it as an opportunity to save money on a honeymoon. Some couples like to stay in Tuscany after their guests return home in order to enjoy some alone time while exploring the culture.

If you and your beloved want to roll your wedding and honeymoon into one, it would be best to choose a centrally-located vineyard or all-inclusive resort for the wedding. That way, you have all your accomodations for the honeymoon already taken care of and you can easily tour Italy.

Tuscany is a very popular wedding destination for this exact reason. Located in central Italy, you can spend your honeymoon in Florence seeing the art, or you can journey south to Rome and spend your first days as newly weds in the most romantic city in the world.

5. Stay True To Yourself

It is easy to get carried away when putting together a wedding Pinterest board. Just because something looks beautiful online, doesn’t mean that it is the best thing for you and your partner. According to Brides.com, the biggest mistake that most wedding planning couples make is to go too trendy with the outfits and makeup, get wedding envy, forget to prioritize what they want, exhaust themselves with too many DIY projects, and forget to set boundaries with the parents.

Remember, this wedding is about you and your beloved. While it is important to consider your guests, it is even more important to not lose yourself in all the suggestions and requests. Just because so-and-so had an expensive wedding with a full candy bar, an explosion of flowers, and custom bridesmaids dresses, doesn’t mean that you have to play “keeping up with the Joneses.”

If you and your beloved really want to see the sights, drink Tuscan wine, and keep the ceremony small, then do it! Don’t let all the Pinterest DIY ideas distract you if you’re not into DIY. And you are under no obligation to wear a certain outfit on your wedding day just because it is in style.

A beautifully decorated outdoor wedding reception featuring string lights, set in a picturesque Tuscan vineyard.

What Are the Best Venues For a Tuscan Vineyard Wedding?

When you plan a destination wedding with VB Events, it is about more than just your big day. It is also about having an authentic, immersive experience where you can experience the culture and enjoy the food and the architecture. Tuscany is renowned for wine tasting, as well as home to world-famous art and views. No matter what you and your beloved are looking for, one of these amazing venues will be the perfect backdrop as you say “I do.”

Where Nature Meets Luxury

Borgo Santo Pietro is located near Siena in the heart of Tuscany. It is a 5 star luxury resort that offers both closeness to nature as well as opulence and grandeur. The resort is built around an authentic 13th century villa, which is also home to a “farm to plate” restaurant and enough thoughtfully decorated hotel rooms for all your guests.

Art in the Garden

Palazzo Pfanner is located in Lucca, Italy is perfect for hosting weddings. The grand staircase and arched ceilings, with a lush garden filled with Roman-style statues, provides the perfect big entrance to wow your guests as you walk up the aisle to say “I do.”

The Palazzo has several historic and artfully decorated rooms to host your beloved and your wedding party in the lap of luxury.

History With a View

Villa San Michele is nestled in the Fiesole hills in Florence, Italy. This location was once a medieval monastery, so it is rich with history, Renaissance art, and classic luxury. The view over the bright lights of Florence and the Chianti hills is unparalleled! This location is ideal for couples and guests who want to learn about the craftsmanship of Florence through guided tours.

Private and Personal

Il Salviatino is a hand-restored 15th century villa that sits on 12 acres of lush, green land. Considered the gold standard for hosting bespoke events, this location is home to 40 available rooms – more than enough room for everyone invited to a small, intimate wedding.

Couples who want their privacy will love this location! Complete with a dreamy pool, a sparking spa, and beautiful green rolling hills, Il Salviatino is the perfect place to host and then unwind after your dream wedding.

Elegant rustic wedding decor ideas showcasing natural materials, perfect for a Tuscan vineyard wedding theme.

Why You Should Hire a Wedding Planner For Your Vineyard Wedding

Weddings are stereotyped as being stressful to plan, labour-intensive to make everything, and time consuming. You may know a bride or two who didn’t even get to enjoy her own wedding because she was too busy running around and making sure everything went according to plan.

However, weddings do not have to be stressful; not when you hire an experienced wedding planner.

It is especially important to have a wedding planner for a Tuscan vineyard wedding. Not only will a local wedding planner be an expert in the best venues, caterers, and florists, they will be able to help you book everyone from the photographer to the makeup artist.

Since all wedding planners at VB Events speak the local languages, you will never have to worry about a language barrier when you try to make plans.

For a rustic Tuscan vineyard wedding, it can really pay to hire a wedding planner.

If you are obsessed with Pinterest, then you will probably notice that rustic weddings can involve a lot of DIY projects. From the centrepieces to the signage and the venue decorations, many couples discover that, in their attempts to plan a down-to-earth wedding, they are in way over their head. This is where a wedding planner comes in; they can handle all the decorations, design, catering, and scheduling.

On the happiest day of your life, you should be spending it with your beloved. You should not be rushing around organizing the caterers or setting up an entire venue’s worth of decorations by yourself. Trust us, you will want to remember every second of your amazing vineyard wedding. Leave the planning to VB Events while you and your partner enjoy the experience.

A scenic vineyard field with a winding road leading up to a hill, ideal for a picturesque Tuscan wedding setting.

Let’s Make Your Dream of a Tuscan Vineyard Wedding a Reality!

With the pandemic nearly over, now is the best time to travel, try new things, and to tie the knot in luxury. There is nothing like saying “I do” surrounded by beautiful gardens and historic architecture. Make your wedding truly memorable for everyone by planning a rustic destination wedding in Tuscany.

When you work with VB Events, we will take care of:

  • Venue Scouting
  • Design
  • Photography
  • Videography
  • Catering
  • Music
  • Flower Arrangements
  • Hair and Makeup
  • Scheduling
  • Lighting

All you need to do is say “I do” while enjoying yourself with your closest friends and family members. Contact VB Events today to begin planning the wedding of your dreams!

Destination Wedding vs Traditional Wedding – Benefits, Things to Consider & More

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It’s time to marry the love of your life in the company of your friends and family members. You know that you want the whole experience: the beautiful clothes, the amazing cake, and the stunning venue for the happiest day of your life. But where?

Destination Wedding vs Traditional Wedding – Which one is right for you?

Many couples are torn between a destination wedding and a traditional wedding. There are lots of factors to consider: cost, the guest list, weather, travel, and if it is worth it. When choosing between a destination wedding or a traditional wedding, there is no right or wrong answer, it’s just a matter of choosing which one suits your needs and wants the most.

Wedding guests enjoying a reception in Italy, celebrating a destination wedding with festive decorations and joyful atmosphere.

What Are the Pros and Cons of a Destination Wedding?

Of course, there is no right or wrong way to plan a wedding – despite what your mother-in-law might think. All that matters is that you and your fiance are happy. Any wedding is a big undertaking and you make trade offs no matter what you decide. If you are considering a destination wedding, here are some pros and cons to consider:

Benefits of a Destination Wedding

  1. The Experience – Your wedding day will be special no matter what, but a destination wedding in a beautiful location will make it all that more special. You would be giving yourself and your guests a mini vacation and an opportunity to explore the sights in Italy.
  2. Keeping It Small – If you and your fiance want to have a small, intimate wedding with your closest friends and family, why not make it a destination wedding? Additionally, if you are worried about who to invite and about cutting down the guest list, then a non-local wedding will prevent uninvited attendees from showing up.
  3. Explore the World – Have you always wanted to see Rome – The Eternal City – or the Amalfi Coast, which is one of the most desirable wedding locations in the world? Why not say “I do” in a place you have always wanted to visit. Destination weddings also give you the opportunity to combine the wedding itself with the honeymoon. Not only does this save you money on travel expenses, it also gives you more time to experience the food, culture, and art of Italy.
  4. The Venue Will Speak For Itself – Most traditional weddings involve decorating and spicing up the venue to make it match your theme. These decorations can cost thousands of dollars and take time to make and put up. When you have a destination wedding, there is no need for all the extra decor because the beaches, countrysides, and upscale resorts will speak for themselves as the stunning backdrop to your dream wedding.
  5. It’s Unforgettable – Everyone wants to feel like a prince or princess on their wedding day. What better place to make your dreams come true than in Tuscany, where the capital is home to world-famous Renaissance art and sculptures. Having a destination wedding will make the experience extra special and unforgettable. If you get to be a princess for a day, why not feel like a princess in Italy?

Drawbacks of a Destination Wedding

  1. It’s Not For Everyone – When some of us say that we want a small, simple wedding, we mean it. Destination weddings are not for everyone, especially if you are committed to keeping the ceremony as affordable and frills-free as possible.
  2. Smaller Guest List – If you want a big wedding, then a destination wedding might not be for you. When guests have to pay their own way, then fewer people are likely to come, especially those who don’t have extra money lying around for travel. This can be a pro or a con. If you want to keep your wedding small, then a destination wedding is the way to do it. However, if you come from a big family and have a large circle of friends, you might want to do a traditional wedding instead to include everyone.
  3. The Cost – A destination wedding does not inherently mean that it will be more expensive than a traditional wedding. It is possible to have a large, expensive traditional wedding or to have a small, cost-effective destination wedding. When it comes to cost for a destination wedding vs traditional wedding, the key difference is that your money goes to different places. If you plan a wedding in Italy, you will need to spend more money on travel, but you can also save money with a smaller guest list and by getting all-inclusive packages.
A wedding photographer takes photos of a couple at Villa Gamberaia, a stunning villa in Tuscany, Italy, amidst beautiful landscapes.

How To Make Planning a Destination Wedding in Italy Easy

It’s true that planning a wedding is hard. Planning a destination wedding sounds even harder. But it doesn’t have to be! This is where VB Events comes in. We are experts at planning luxury destination weddings. When you book us to plan your one-of-a-kind wedding, we will take care o everything!

If you are unsure about your venue or your theme, our team will handle all the location scouting, design, and lighting. We also work with world-renowned chefs, bakers, and florists to provide you with the perfect flowers and cake to complement your love story.

Band, photographer, hair, and makeup? You don’t need to worry about it. VB Events works with a team of talented hairstylists, makeup artists, and photographers to make you look your best and capture every moment. Our band, The Emotional Band, is known for performing in elite clubs because they can play songs in almost any language.

The biggest benefit of working with VB Events is that we speak the local languages and have connections all over Italy. The hardest part for most couples who are planning a destination wedding is that there is usually a language barrier that can get in the way of planning. The team at VB Events has worked with couples from all over the world, including Russia, America, India, and Iran. No matter your vision for your wedding or your religion, we can make your dreams come true.

An outdoor wedding reception featuring white tables and chairs set up for guests, highlighting a destination wedding theme.

What Is a Good Location For a Destination Wedding?

Italy is full of beautiful views, history, art, and rich culture. If you are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime location for your destination wedding, look no further than Italy’s most glamorous wedding locations.

Como Lake in the Lombardy region is an upscale resort that is known for its luxury and natural beauty. Its magnificent view of the alps makes it an ideal wedding destination. If you want to explore Italy during your honeymoon, Milan is only a short train ride away. If you and your partner need a little time to unwind, Como Lake offers everything from swimming to windsurfing.

The Amalfi Coast is located in Southern Italy between the Gulf of Naples and the Gulf of Salerno. As one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it is a very popular wedding location, especially for couples who have an appreciation for architecture and history.

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is the home to a host of renaissance art. Because Tuscany is centrally located, it is an ideal spot for a destination wedding. Many couples have their wedding in Tuscany then spend the duration of their honeymoon exploring the rest of Italy. Any art lover will have the time of their life seeing world famous art pieces with their beloved.

The bride and groom share a kiss with Florence's cityscape in the background, highlighting their destination wedding at Piazzale Michelangelo.

Rome is known as The Eternal City because of its long history and historic ruins. If you have seen Roman Holiday or La Dolce Vita, you know that Rome is one of the most romantic cities in the world. With VB Events, you can channel your inner Audrey Hepburn while we take care of the rest.

Puglia is known as “Florence of the South” for its baroque architecture and whitewashed hill towns. The southern region is home to ample Mediterranean coastline, making it perfect for the beach wedding of your dreams.

Sicily is a can’t-miss island that is home to some of the best food in the world. For couples who are deciding between a destination wedding vs traditional wedding, imagine exploring Sicily and
learning all about the culture while you’re saying “I do.”

Destination Wedding vs Traditional Wedding: Which One Is Right For Us?

A destination wedding isn’t right for every couple. If you are leaning towards a traditional wedding, here are some pros and cons to consider:

Benefits of a Traditional Wedding

  • Better for couples who enjoy tradition or like staying close to home.
  • Traditional weddings can be more affordable than destination weddings, depending on the size and theme.
  • You can have a bigger guest list and your attendees will have an easier time coming if they don’t have to pay for international travel.
  • Traditional weddings allow you to pick an emotionally significant venue, such as the family home or the church you grew up attending.
  • You will probably get more gifts if you plan a traditional wedding because attendees won’t already be paying for airfare.

Drawbacks of a Traditional Wedding

  • Traditional weddings can be a lot more work for you than destination weddings. When you book with VB Events, our team will handle everything from arranging the venue to booking the photographer. Whereas, if you plan a traditional wedding, you will probably have to do all the hiring, planning, visiting, testing, and booking yourself.
  • A local wedding won’t be an adventurous experience, so you may decide to pay more for a honeymoon afterwards. On the flipside, a destination wedding can be more affordable overall since you get a wedding and a honeymoon trip all in one.
  • It can be harder to keep weddings small and to narrow down the guest list if you are staying local. You also might get uninvited family members crashing the wedding or people bringing unplanned plus ones, which you will have to pay to feed.
  • Traditional weddings are generally more stressful for you because you may feel obliged to run around greeting everyone and making sure every detail is perfect. On the other hand, when you have a destination wedding, the distance allows you to relax and take the time to enjoy yourself. VB Events handles all the details, so you and your fiance get to relax on your special day.

Are You Ready To Start Wedding Planning?

Destination wedding vs traditional wedding? If you already know that you and your fiance want to say “I do” in Italy, surrounded by the beautiful views, contact VB Events today! It’s your special day, so you deserve to feel like royalty while our team handles the details.