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Fill from a real wedding: destination and guest profile
- The brief
- What the couple asked for.
- The challenge
- What made this wedding difficult.
- What we did
- How the team solved it.
- The result
- What the day looked like.
From Kerala's backwaters to the palaces of Rajasthan, we plan destination weddings rooted in Indian customs, with a modern touch, that feel effortless for you and unforgettable for your guests.
A destination wedding planner picks the location and venue with you, then manages vendors, decor, guest travel and stays, permits and the schedule across your wedding days. Jaspira Wedding Planners is an ISO 9001:2015-certified company based in Kochi, Kerala, planning weddings across Kerala, South India and the rest of India, with one team that stays with you from the first call to the last event.
Each destination has its own page with venues, the best season, guest travel and planning advice.
AlleppeyHouseboats and backwater ceremonies
MunnarTea hills and misty mornings
KumarakomLakeside resorts and quiet water
KovalamCrescent beaches and sea cliffs
VarkalaCliff-top views over the Arabian Sea
WayanadPlantations and forest retreats
KochiHeritage hotels, easy for guests
ThekkadySpice hills and wildlife countryA wedding away from home works best when someone you trust handles the details on the ground.
We know the venues, the vendors and the seasons in each place, so recommendations come from experience, not a brochure.
A single planning team stays with you through every event, so you never repeat yourself to a new person.
Room blocks, arrivals, transfers and schedules planned for out-of-town guests, so your family arrives relaxed.
We guide you through venue permissions and documents for your destination, and flag what to confirm with the authorities.
Decor and styling shaped by the setting and by your family's customs, whether it is a backwater, a beach or a palace courtyard.
Choose full planning, or bring us in for the parts you want help with.
Share dates, guest count, mood and the places you are considering. A first call, no pressure.
We shortlist destinations and venues, with seasons, guest travel and budget side by side.
Decor concepts, events and a clear budget, refined with you until it feels right.
Vendors, permits, guest rooms, transfers and schedules, managed by your planning team.
On the wedding days we run the schedule, so you and your families can simply be there.
A look at weddings from our work, in the places our couples chose.
Wedding photo and couple story
Wedding photo and couple story
Wedding photo and couple storyA general guide to help you choose dates. Weather varies year to year, so we confirm for your exact dates.
| Destination | Best months | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Alleppey | October to March | Drier weather; best for backwater ceremonies |
| Munnar | September to March | Cool and misty; bring warm layers for evenings |
| Kovalam and Varkala | November to March | Calm sea and clear skies for beach events |
| Wayanad | October to May | Green estates; check rain in late spring |
| Goa | November to February | Peak beach season; book early |
| Udaipur and Jaipur | October to March | Pleasant days; Rajasthan summers are very hot |
| Manali | March to June, September to November | Avoid the winter snow and the monsoon |
| Kashmir | April to October | Spring and autumn are the most popular |
Read more in our best-time guide for Kerala.
Short, honest write-ups of real weddings: the brief, the challenge and what the team did about it.
Budgets, seasons, venues, paperwork and guests. Short answers here, full guides one click away.
The total depends on the destination, the season, the guest count, the number of events and the decor. Venue, rooms, food and guest travel usually take the largest share, while decor varies the most with the design.
Kerala destination wedding cost guideMost couples choose October to March for drier, cooler weather. The monsoon can suit a smaller celebration in a quiet, green setting, but outdoor events need a rain plan.
Best time for a Kerala weddingKerala offers backwaters, hills and heritage resorts in one state. Goa is built around the beach and a relaxed, social mood. Guest numbers, season and the feel you want usually decide it.
Kerala vs Goa for your weddingLakeside resorts and heritage properties around Alleppey and Kumarakom are the usual choices. Guest access, venue capacity and a monsoon backup matter most when you compare them.
Backwater wedding venues in KeralaKovalam, Varkala and Poovar have beach and cliff-top resorts. Sunset timing, tides and permission to use the sand shape where the ceremony can sit.
Beach wedding venues in KeralaRequirements depend on the venue, the location and whether you want the marriage registered. Rules can change, so confirm current requirements with the authorities. We guide you through the documents and venue permissions.
Legal and permit checklistBlock rooms early, group guests by arrival time and plan transfers between airport, hotels and venues in advance. A guest schedule shared before the trip avoids most confusion.
Guest rooms, travel and transfersYes. With one point of contact, shared plans and regular calls, a local planning team can handle vendors and logistics while you make the decisions remotely.
Plan an Indian wedding from abroadDestination stories, planning notes and guest guides from our planners.
Destination guideBeach venues are romantic and appealing for many reasons. Here is why couples keep choosing Kerala's coast.
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Planning notesMarriage is a celebration of culture, family and love. A look at the photographers who capture it.
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Style guideIndian weddings are rich in tradition, and the groom's attire is essential. A guide to the options.
Read the storyA destination wedding planner helps you choose the location and venue, then manages vendors, decor, guest travel and stays, permissions and the schedule across the wedding days. You make the decisions that matter to you, and the planning team handles everything else on the ground.
A destination wedding means vendors, venues, permissions and guest travel in a place you do not live in. A planning company knows the local options, manages your suppliers and the details, and is on the ground on the wedding days, which saves time and avoids costly mistakes.
The cost depends on the destination, the season, the number of guests, the number of events and the level of decor. Jaspira prepares a clear budget after a first conversation about your dates and guest list. For a closer look at what drives the budget, read our Kerala destination wedding cost guide.
Yes. Tell us your budget at the start and we shortlist destinations, venues and a guest list that work within it. You see how each choice affects the total before you commit.
Most couples choose October to March, when the weather is drier and cooler. The monsoon (roughly June to September) brings heavy rain but also a quiet, green setting for smaller celebrations. See the month-by-month guide.
For peak-season dates, six to twelve months ahead gives you the best choice of venues and guest rooms. Smaller weddings can sometimes be planned in less time, so it is worth asking early.
Yes. Jaspira began in Kerala and now plans weddings across South India (Goa, Mahabalipuram, Pondicherry, Coorg and more) and across India (Udaipur, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Manali, Kashmir, Andaman and more). Browse all destinations.
Yes. Many couples plan with Jaspira from overseas through calls, shared plans and a single point of contact, with the team handling vendors and logistics in India. Read our guide to planning an Indian wedding from abroad.
Requirements depend on the venue, the location and whether the couple wants the marriage registered. Jaspira guides you through the documents and venue permissions for your destination. Rules can change, so always confirm current requirements with the authorities. Our permit checklist is a good starting point.
Send a message on WhatsApp or fill in the enquiry form with your preferred dates, guest count and destinations. A Jaspira planner will reply with ideas and next steps.
Share a few details and a Jaspira planner will reply with ideas, venues and next steps.