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Getting married in Mallorca.
If you are reading this post you have found your loved one and are planning a dream wedding. You have decided that you want to do it outside your city or country and the idea of getting married in Mallorca appeals to you. Well congratulations firstly on your engagement and secondly, read on. I am going to try to explain some things about getting married in Mallorca that might help you to make your decision.
It’s not easy to organise a long distance wedding, especially if you don’t know the place and the language. You may think it will be a lot of fun at first, but it is something that takes a lot of planning and detail.
Let’s see, it’s your wedding, the day when you are going to gather your loved ones for a big celebration. Let’s go through it point by point, so it might be easier for you:
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1- Organise everything a year in advance
First and foremost, think that you have to plan everything a year in advance. Yes, don’t panic but that’s how it is. If you want to have a place in a specific finca or a top supplier the dates fly. Most likely one year will be enough but you never know. And if you don’t mind if it’s during the week it’s better, it’s more likely that they will have the date available and some finca or caterer with better prices.
2- Reasons why choose Mallorca?
Everyone will tell you it’s paradise and what I recommend if you haven’t been is to come and see the island first. Then make your decision but you will agree that yes, it is the perfect place. Well, I have had a couple who, without having been there and only because of photos, made the decision of getting married in Mallorca and they didn’t regret it, on the contrary.
But bear one thing in mind, your family and friends are coming. That means that it has to be a good decision for them as well. It is not a destination for everyone (I mean for everyone’s pocket). Don’t let them throw it in your face, but of course it is your wedding and there will be decisions that you will have to make only thinking about your tastes.
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That said, many of my couples, their families and friends take the opportunity to enjoy a holiday. They don’t just come the day before and then leave. They stay for about a week to experience the island to the fullest. You can stay for your honeymoon here too. There are the most beautiful villages you can see such as Valldemossa or Deia, Soller, Fortnalux…. I have had other couples and guests who also went to the nearby islands such as Ibiza or Menorca. And if you come from a country like the USA, which is not easy to come and go, you can even take the opportunity to see Madrid, Barcelona or go to Andalusia.
Basically, it is a paradise in terms of beaches, nature, water activities, mountains, etc. With an incredible gastronomic offer and a super professional infrastructure for events. Not to mention the nightlife in Palma for example. Its variety of restaurants, cafes, bars, museums. Its proximity to Europe and direct flights almost all year round from the United States, which are now going to be extended. Without hesitation, getting married in Mallorca becomes the number one option.
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3- Hire a wedding planner
This is the best decision you can make right now, now that you are reading this, finish reading and then stop everything and start looking. Here are the best in the world who will make everything so easy for you that they will become your friends forever. You only have to tell them your budget, your tastes, how many you are going to be and they will offer you the right things for you to choose. Yes, that’s right. And if you think you want to have a part in the organisation, go ahead and if you don’t even want to know what colour the napkin will be, that’s perfect too.
You will have the wedding you have always wanted without the headache and stress of organising everything yourself. Think that you don’t know the venues, the suppliers, the dates and the timing. It’s nice to dream, to idealise, but then it can turn against you. It is your wedding and your day. Let yourself be guided by the professionals, wedding planners, photographers, decorators, caterers ….
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4- The best catering
Speaking of catering, another good reason to get married here is the level of gastronomy. Both the ingredients on the island and the chefs are incredible. Try to get local vendors as much as you can. Whether it’s caterers who know more and will give you useful tips. As an example of personal gifts for guests, a small bottle of local olive oil would be great. Try to include products such as sobrasada, ensaimada etc. at the wedding. The caterers will explain everything to you but bear this in mind. And if we talk about wines, there are many wineries with excellent wines from the island. I recently wrote a post about the best wedding catering in Mallorca. I recommend you to read it and you will see what a good reason for getting married in Mallorca.
5- When are the best months to get married?
The island is famous for its good weather almost all year round. Even so, in February you can still get very cold when it snows in the Tramuntana mountains. Although you see a German or Swedish tourist in short sleeves and next me for example with all the warm clothes I have in my wardrobe. But to be fair the best months are April, May and let’s say June, September and October. In July and August it is very hot and if there is no other choice it is better to have the ceremony at 19.00 when the sun is already a bit lower. Otherwise you risk the dress sticking to you and you and everyone else sweating a lot.
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I have had weddings where the ceremony had to be interrupted to give water to the guests. And aperitive have been moved from one place in the sun to another in the shade because it was too hot to stand. I’ve had the bride’s brother faint while waiting for her to make her entrance because of the heat. So you know you have to take into account the advice of wp and suppliers about the weather. And of course with climate change it can rain on any day of the year so always try to choose a venue that has a good plan B just in case.
6- The best Fincas
You already know when the wedding is going to be, how many people are going to be there and your budget. Now you have to find the perfect venue and that’s going to be a challenge. There are so many beautiful venues that you will go crazy. Whether you look for it yourself or the wedding planner, I think that the second you walk in the door your heart will tell you yes or no. As a photographer in Mallorca I can recommend some of them where I have had amazing weddings.
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-Finca Son Togores: one of my favourites, without a doubt I can say that I have had some of the best weddings there. It has everything you can look for, different atmospheres, light and sunset, elegant rooms. Beautiful banquet area with fountain in the middle, perfect lighting, romantic, close to Palma.
-Finca Son Marroig: I have had weddings with incredible colours and magical moments. The last one was American and it rained before the ceremony but the weather allowed us to have it outside. Getting married in Mallorca under that dome overlooking the sea and then the sunset is unique. Everything went so well and there was such a good energy that it will be unforgettable.
-Finca Son Veri: One of my favourites without a doubt, I had weddings there last year and it was amazing. It is run exclusively by Jardin Events of Grupo De Castro. So you have the best catering and organization of Mallorca together in a beautiful and elegant Finca. Plus, it’s close to Palma, what more could you want.
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-Finca Son Mesquida Nou: If you want to live the experience of a place in the countryside, this is perfect. With its rustic but at the same time very well cared for atmosphere you will love it. It has different spaces to surprise the guests at every moment.
-Finca Son Mir: The driveway alone is fascinating, full of flowers and gardens with orange trees. It has that mix between traditional and modern that engages you. Very elegant and rustic at the same time, with plenty of space to enjoy. It has an exclusive catering service by Marc Fosh that you will definitely enjoy.
–Finca Comassema : It is a mix between Tuscany and Mallorca with its cloister of stones and ivy for the ceremony. Then the pond for the aperitif and the green lawn with its hanging lights for the banquet. I have experienced very top weddings there and I always like to go there.
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7- Activities to do before and after the wedding
More and more I am experiencing weddings, especially American weddings that organise an event the day before. They do a welcome drink at a beach club so that everyone has the opportunity to get to know each other if this is not the case. Also, it is perfect for the couple so they have time to chat with everyone which is often impossible on the day of the wedding.
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I always recommend to do this if possible. Also the day after they organise a pool party or bbq where you can discuss everything that happened on the day of the wedding etc… As a photographer in Mallorca I have had the opportunity to participate and it is also very positive for me as a way of getting in touch with everyone.
Finally I can say that for you who are looking to have a wedding full of emotions and happiness getting married in Mallorca is perfect. With the Mediterranean as your witness, this light and colours will make you fall in love and you will have the best day of your life, of course I look forward to being your wedding photographer in Mallorca and capturing it all for you. Contact me for more information on how I can help you capture your wedding in Mallorca.
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