So Real Wedding Planner Malaga

Intimate destination experiences for the modern couple in the South of Spain
Plan your wedding with us

Your destination wedding in the sunny Malaga, SPAIN

The experience of a lifetime

When our couples tell us they literally have no idea where to start, we feel them. And we feel you! Planning a wedding means navigating a whole new universe and destination weddings are far more complex.

But a destination wedding is always the right opportunity to create that  intimate and fun experience for you and your guests. It gives you the chance to  escape traditional pressure and to craft an  unrepeatable event.

That’s why we pour our inspiration and expertise into helping couples create their so real destination wedding in the sun-kissed province of Málaga.

We’re in love with intimate and refined celebrations and we offer a  no-fluff process and  honest guidance every step of the way.

So Real Wedding Planner

Malaga, Marbella or well off the beaten path

My name is Victorita Axinescu and for the past 15 years I’ve guided couples from all around the world to celebrate beyond trends and with full  peace of mind.

Our wedding planning service is created for couples like you, who want to offer themselves and their guests an unforgetable experience while they also enjoy a fun, relaxed and intimate wedding celebration.

For your destination wedding in Spain, you deserve a painless planning journey and guidance for every step towards your wedding day!

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from our couples

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Victorita, thank you again for such an amazing day!! We are so happy. 

Your hard work was a GREAT HELP FOR US.
We already miss Malaga! Can we take you back to Holland with us? 

— Eveline & Jon

Get our limited exclusive offer for 2025 weddings

If you’re mid planning your 2025 wedding and need urgent help with getting all the detailsto the finish line, we have an exclusive planning package available for a very limited time.

Check out our offer and contact us for a complimentary call where we’ll outline all the details of our limited time service. 

Why choose a wedding planner?

Gone are the days when planning a wedding meant picking a date, selecting a colour palette and a handful of vendors.

Weddings have become true  experiential events where details have to fit into the bigger picture, where your style and preferences matter significantly and where  old traditions are replaced by meaningful, personal moments.

Destination weddings, in particular, represent the  crown jewel of personal expression and authenticity in the wedding space. But freedom to choose anything and anywhere comes with the  hidden challenge of not knowing where to start, not knowing how to discern the best options and the  dreaded uncertainty of cost.

Wedding planners come with the right plan, the right options and the best budget solutions for your celebration.

Ditching archaic beliefs on how weddings suppose to happen, we consult and advise based on the universe of you – with all your worries and aspirations and all your deepest desires.

We search high and low for services that align with your values and we bring to surface your ideas, without questioning.

No shoulds and musts – just flawless planning and guidance for the entire journey.

Working with us looks like this

Full planning and assistance for your destination wedding in Spain

→ Assist with  selecting your venue in the sunny coastal area of Marlaga and Marbella or in the dreamy countryside of Andalusia

→ Intentional  vendor match process with local and international talents

Design  concept, moodboards, seating plans and signage

→ Confidently guiding you through  all stages of planning

Delivering an amazing wedding day experience with seamless coordination of the day.

Book a call

Planning a destination wedding in the South of Spain for 2025? Fill our contact form to receive our full brochure and book a free consultation!

Our commitment

So Real Wedding Planner is a woman-owned, inclusive business, caring and considerate with all types of love.

We treat our weddings as intimate and private events and we feel privileged to work with all of our amazing couples and their families.

Our main purpose in business is to create genuine celebrations while championing sustainability, inclusivity and well-being for all parties participating in the wedding planning process.

Resources

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FAQ

Explore our Frequently Asked Questions section, with straightforward answers to your doubts and problems.

How much will my destination wedding cost?

There’s no one simple answer, but we perfectly understand you want to be on top of the financial aspect of planning your wedding. Budget estimation is an important part of our process and we lead with transparency and consideration.

We belive there’s a perfect budget for each wedding and we’re always mindful on creating the best balance between your investment and the value you receive.

Our clients spend, on average, between € 30K and 80K for a one day event, with up to 100 guests.

Read here a comprehensive article on how much your Malaga wedding will cost.

How do you ensure that our wedding reflects our style and personality?

We lead all our cuples through an intentional planning process that takes into account your unique taste and style. Our main goal is for you and your guests to feel and experiement your wedding day like nothing else.

We work with a large selection of excellent venues in our area and we always recommend the ones that fit your wedding. We also know the best vendors, both local and international, for any type of service.

Like youservels, we also love exploring and we’re not affraid to go off the beaten path while looking for those who share our passion for creating exceptional experiences. 

We do not offer you any cookie cutter recipes and we tailor each recommendation and experience for you and you alone. We do not recreate the same event twice and we believe each couples deserves a one of a kind, so real, wedding!

We decided to get married and celebrate our wedding in Spain. When should we contact a wedding planner?

We really appreciate it when we’re invited to the conversation at the beginning of ALL your planning intentions.

This gives us the chance to work with you on a realistic budget, get a sense of your expectations and help you make the best decisions from the first steps.

Definitely try and reach out to us before booking your venue, especially if you’re not speaking Spanish fluently. You will find out quickly that some venues or vendors are more responsive when inquired in Spanish 🙂

Having an expert team on your side from the start helps you save precious time, especially while presenting you the exact  venues or vendors suitable for your needs. It will definitely help you avoid easy mistakes that can impact your planning experience or even your wedding day.

With how much time in advance should we start planning for our destination wedding in Malaga, Spain?

Most weddings that follow a traditional format (getting ready, ceremony, reception, party) and also require a typical vendor format will need around 10 to 14 months to make sure everything is prepared and organised.

Your priorities, style of research and decision, time and bandwith to deal with all the new info that you’ll face, they will all have an impact on the ideal time to spend as an engaged couple.

While estimating the number of months to plan and execute your vision and expectations for the big day, we also consider your number of guests, season of the year, type of ceremony and many more factors.

We have done well for our couples that only contracted us four months in advance and we’re definitely happy when we also have 14+ months for complex weddings.

You can read our extended recommendation, with more context here.

How much does your services cost?

Our wedding management service starts at 1500€ and our full planning experience starts at 4000€, while we do offer partial services on occasion.

Our clients invest, on average, 10-15% from their overall wedding budget with our services.

After an initial consultation, you will receive a proposal based on the services that best suit your needs. 

Do you offer a payment plan?

Yes, our couples always receive a payment plan that best adapts to their wedding planning journey. 

Can you assist with arranging accommodations and transportation for our guests?

Yes! We know you want to show your guests your appreciation for their time and efforts in attending your wedding!  It is our pleasure to provide you with an attentive guest experience and this includes room blocks for your guests, transport arrangements and personalised welcome bags or other gifts for your guests to receive once they arrive in Spain.

What types of ceremonies are available for our destination wedding in Spain?

Most of the couples that are looking for a destination wedding will get legally married in their home country.

If you’re looking for legally recognised ceremonies, the religious Catholic ceremony is the option that will allow you to register your marriage, unless at least one of you is and has been a resident in Spain for the past two years.

For Catholic performed ceremonies, at least one of you needs to be Catholic and papers need to be filled with your local parish back home, while we assist with setting everything at the chosen church in Spain.

The process is long and bureaucratic, so it’s best to start with the papers as soon as possible.

The options for a symbolic ceremony are much wider: religious blessings or ceremony of your faith, either in a place of worship or at the venue with the rest of the celebrations, symbolic ceremonies, humanist ceremonies, personalised exchanges of vows and much more.

Deciding on the type of ceremony should be one of the first steps taken while planning your wedding, as this will determine the process moving forward but also the time needed to plan everything, the logistics and the timing of your day.

We want to have a destination wedding in Spain, but we're not sure about hiring a wedding planner. Where should we start?

The first step you need to take is to discuss the number of guests you would like to have and the budget you’re willing to spend for your wedding celebration.

Next, take your time to explore the areas that you find attractive, search for venues, see some recent weddings in the particular places that you find most appealing and start narrowing down your options for you to visit as soon as possible.

Then it’s time to reach out to wedding planners that work in and around the location and get more info about the type of services you can expect, their prices and what exactly they offer.

Wedding planning services come in all shapes and sizes and the South of Spain is home for many wedding planners that can give you the level of support best suited for your needs.

If you’re still undecided on the advantages of  working with a planner for your destination wedding, book a call with us and we’ll answer all your questions!

Are you ready to take the next step?