The Bride and Groom

Trish Plovanich and David Houston
From United States - Mobile, AL

Guests

None-Just us

Wedding Details

Location: Lokrum Island, Dubrovnik
Date: June 2011


Wedding Feedback

Why Dubrovnik?
were originally looking into getting married in Capri, Italy, but it was very expensive and we were told incredibly crowded. We were planning on visiting Croatia, and I happened to stumble on your website, and I sent an email requesting information and got a response immediately. I did some research on Dubrovnik, and Nina was so helpful and had such quick responses to all of my emails that-made my decision right there. Plus the cost was considerably less-this was way more affordable and less commercialized, more quaint, and the service that was provided-was above and beyond.
What were your feelings the morning of the wedding?
I was totally and completely stress free. At no time was I anxious or nervous about the wedding or the planning!
Did you have a wedding theme / colour theme?
Relaxed.
Was planning a wedding abroad more complicated than planning a wedding at home?
It was much easier.
What was the feedback you received on your wedding?
All of my friends and family could not tell me tell me enough that from the pictures they all saw that it was a fairytale wedding. I had to more the agree-it exceeded all my expectations. I would love to go back and renew my vowels next year in the same spot.
Did you go over your planned budget?
No.
Do you think you would have spent more or less if you were to organise a wedding at home?
I would have spent way more.

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Ceremony: We were married on Lokrum island on a bluff overlooking the beautiful blue water, with a slight breeze and under shade trees

Wedding Planner: ANA




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Comments about the wedding planning

My wedding planner, officiate, and photographer all went above and beyond the call of duty. I felt like we were totally catered to. We were met at the airport and went directly to all of the different locations for review and decision making. Once we made the decision we were then taken to our hotel. Once back at the hotel Ana and Dorian took the wedding attire that had traveled half way across the world from the United States with them to have everything pressed and all of the travel wrinkles removed.

Previous to traveling to Dubrovnik I had emailed pictures of flowers and hair styles that I would like. We also asked for someone to come and do makeup as well. I was afraid that the flowers my clash with David's tie. So we emailed pictures of David's suit and tie and told Nina that we would leave the decision up to the florist as to what they would work best.

So the day of the wedding-the hair and makeup people arrived at the appointed time. They both the a fabulous job. I can't tell you the complements that I have had on how pretty I looked-thanks to them. Then Dorian arrived with David's suit and my dress. Once hair, makeup and dressing was complete we were then transported to the boat that took us to the Island. We were greeted by Ana who had my beautiful flowers, a bottle of champagne, and paperwork, the photographer-Zeljko, and the officiate. We took the short ride to the Island where the ceremony took place right on time. Once the ceremony was complete it was time to walk the Island and the Old Town of Dubrovnik and take pictures. All of my friends, family, and coworkers are in complete awe of my wedding photos. Once the photos were completed, we all rode back and once again we were transported to the hotel.

We were leaving the next morning flying out at about 8 AM so we were not able to get the pictures before we left. Once again Dorian came and picked us up from the hotel and drove us to the airport at like 630 AM in the morning-they had weddings that day as well. The photographer Zeljko also worked at the airport and he greeted us as we boarded the plane. Everyone was great and there are no words that can fully describe the incredibly experience we had. I would suggest this to anyone and everyone. All of the single ladies in my office would love to have the same opportunity I had and I have been told that on numerous occasions. They would really feel that way if they had the opportunity to meet and work with everyone we did. A special thanks to all of you for making our day more special then either one of us could have dreamed or imagined. Thank you Thank you Thank you.