Unique & Authentic Destination Wedding in Marrakech
May 25th, 2023
As background, we are based in Los Angeles and had a four-day, multi-event wedding with 90 guests traveling in from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. We found Maria and Siham over Instagram, and - after considering several other planners - worked with them from start to finish…without ever visiting Marrakech until two days before the first event.
If you are thinking about working with Maria and Siham, you should hire them before they book another client - period. They are, in a word, exceptional. They are totally trustworthy, extremely well connected, communicate well and often, have great taste and instincts, balance providing advice rooted in experience with being responsive to the quirkiest of ideas, and will produce a truly memorable event - no matter how complicated or what challenges come up (like a sudden forecast of rain in late May).
Key things about working with Maria and Siham:
They really know Marrakech: We had never been, did not visit during the planning process, and relied on them for suggestions about riads, venues, caterers, entertainment ideas, vendors…literally everything. Everything they suggested was spot on and they were even able to find someone to tent a lawn two days before the event due to potential rain. And they are great at adapting suggestions to your guidance e.g. we ended up with six riads tailored to the different preferences and price points of our diverse group of friends.
Focused on providing options, sharing advice when asked, and will always defer to you: Some planners are too directive while others don’t help you decide anything. Maria and Siham are exceptional at laying out options based on your guidance, offering their views when asked, and then deferring to your decision. They have executed a lot of events so their advice is rooted in experience and you should probably take it but, whatever you decide, they will support you totally.
Great communication and end-to-end project management: Nobody really understands everything that goes into an event especially a wedding before they start planning one. Maria and Siham are terrific at explaining the process, and walking you through the various decisions that have to be made and when. One of us is a project manager for a living, and Maria and Siham are on another level. Behind everything you see, they are tracking a ton of other details and execution is seamless (see below). You always feel like you’re their only client and left wondering how they manage to deliver this level of service simultaneously to multiple clients.
Execution is seamless; they add capacity and relieve stress: A lot of people kept asking us how stressful the wedding planning was, especially the closer we got to the event. And then during/after the event, people asked us how difficult it must have been to pull off. Honestly, Maria and Siham’s execution let us enjoy the event versus worrying about it. That alone was worth their fee.
We are happy to talk with anyone who would like to learn more about working with Maria and Siham. They know how to reach us and can put you in touch. Good luck!
Sarah and Pradeep’s destination wedding in Marrakech was the perfect blend of beautiful design, luxury decor, and meaningful experiences. Along with Party Maroc, we planned an incredible 4-day wedding for their guests who were travelling from the USA, the Middle East, Europe and India. Our adventurous and fun-loving couple wanted authentic and personalised events that encompassed the beautiful scenery, architecture and culture of Marrakech.
Rooftop Cocktails
The celebrations started with a luxurious and lively welcome cocktail party at a rooftop riad in the ancient Medina. Sipping on signature cocktails whilst overlooking the ancient city, Sarah and Pradeep’s guests had a memorable first experience in Marrakech. Little did their guests know what more adventures were in store for them!
Scarabeo Desert Camp
The second day took their guests to the dreamy Agafay Desert for an authentic Moroccan experience. In this other-wordly setting the guests participated in fun camel rides, dancing with traditional musicians and watching authentic performers and entertainment. There was laughter all around during their tented dinner party and getting mesmerized by fire evening entertainers.
Marrakech Wedding Ceremony
Sarah and Pradeep exchanged beautiful wedding vows in the lush gardens of an authentic luxury villa. With simple yet romantic floral decor, this space was utterly romantic and exactly what the couple envisioned. Authentic Moroccan rugs, decor, lamps and florals made this venue personal and added a touch of Moroccan culture to their Marrakech destination wedding.
Talented performers and musicians entertained their guests throughout the wedding reception and into the evening - where Sarah and Pradeep had an elegant and chic reception with stylish table decor and a relaxed vibe.
Exploring Marrakech Culture
Throughout their stay in Marrakech, Sarah and Pradeep wanted their guests to immerse themselves as much as possible into the local Moroccan culture. We organised for their guests to discovered the hidden gems and magic of Marrakech through guided tours of the souks and medina and get lost in the endless markets and wonderful colours of the city.
Relaxed Riad Brunch
The final day of Sarah and Pradeep’s Marrakech destination wedding was a relaxed brunch at the breathtaking Riad Tarabel. Lounging by the pools and feasting on traditional Moroccan cuisine, this time was for reminiscing on the beautiful memories they had all just shared together during this incredible destination wedding.
Marrakech provided the ideal setting for Sarah and Pradeep's unique and adventurous luxury destination wedding. Our tailored approach ensured every moment encompassed the stunning scenery, vibrant culture, and meaningful experiences they envisioned.
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To have your unique destination wedding in Marrakech, get in touch with us today to see how we can plan it to perfection.
