For couples planning a destination wedding in Europe…
this is the clarity you’ve been missing.
Your venue is the single decision that controls everything —
your budget, your design possibilities, your timeline, your guest experience, your vendor freedom, and the actual energy of your celebration.
And yet, most couples choose without knowing the deeper questions that luxury planners ask behind the scenes.
This guide changes that.
Created by Hollywed , a destination planner working across Greece, Italy, and soon France, this resource gives you the same strategic lens professionals use when evaluating Europe’s most celebrated venues.
This isn’t a checklist.
This is expertise — distilled.
This guide will help you:
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avoid expensive venue mistakes
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understand hidden fees, VAT, restrictions
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ask the right questions during tours
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recognize red flags instantly
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choose a venue that fits your vision, budget & guest experience
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feel confident before you sign anything
What’s Inside
The 22 Essential Questions Every Couple Must Ask
These reveal the truth behind polished brochures and perfect Instagram feeds.
The Real Red Flags Couples Miss
The ones that cost money, limit design, restrict vendors, or kill the party early.
Seasonality Insights for Europe’s Top Destinations
Understand weather, restrictions, and guest flow like a planner.
VAT, fees, and contract clarity
Know exactly which hidden costs affect Greece and Italy — and how to avoid surprises.
Vendor & Styling Restrictions Explained
Historic villas, hotels, estates and their rules: what you can and cannot change.
Warranty & Security Deposits
The real numbers couples forget to budget for — and what triggers deductions.
The “Before You Sign” Checklist
Save yourself from expensive mistakes with planner-level contract checkpoints.
Who This Guide Is For
Perfect for couples planning in:
Greece, Lake Como, Italy, France, and Europe.
Perfect for couples who want:
Confidence + clarity before choosing a venue.
Why It Matters
Luxury weddings are built on discernment.
And yet, most couples choose their venue without the information planners use to guide decisions worth tens of thousands.
One wrong venue detail can impact:
This guide protects you from all of it.
