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Jaspira Wedding Planners
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.
2022
Planning weddings since
25
Destinations across India
3
Regions: Kerala, South India, Pan-India
ISO 9001
2015-certified wedding planning company
Quick answer
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.
Where we plan weddings
Each destination has its own page with venues, the best season, guest travel and planning advice.
Where we began
Alleppey
Houseboats and backwater ceremonies
Munnar
Tea hills and misty mornings
Kumarakom
Lakeside resorts and quiet water
Kovalam
Crescent beaches and sea cliffs
Varkala
Cliff-top views over the Arabian Sea
Wayanad
Plantations and forest retreats
Kochi
Heritage hotels, easy for guests
Thekkady
Spice hills and wildlife country
Beyond Kerala
Why Jaspira
A 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.
You see what each choice does to the budget before you commit, with no surprises close to the date.
Decor and styling shaped by the setting and by your family's customs, whether it is a backwater, a beach or a palace courtyard.
Services
Choose full planning, or bring us in for the parts you want help with.
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Venue and location search, vendors, budget and on-ground management for a wedding away from home.
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Every event from engagement and pre-wedding parties to the reception, planned by one team.
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Concept, stage, mandap, florals and lighting designed for the venue.
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Room blocks, arrivals, transfers, welcome touches and guest schedules.
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A calm, experienced team that runs the schedule and vendors on the day.
How it works
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Share dates, guest count, mood and the places you are considering. A first call, no pressure.
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We shortlist destinations and venues, with seasons, guest travel and budget side by side.
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Decor concepts, events and a clear budget, refined with you until it feels right.
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Vendors, permits, guest rooms, transfers and schedules, managed by your planning team.
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On the wedding days we run the schedule, so you and your families can simply be there.
Wedding styles
Houseboat arrivals, lakeside mandaps and heritage resorts.
Sunset ceremonies on the Kerala and Goa coast.
Courtyards and lake palaces in Rajasthan.
Tea gardens, mist and cool evenings.
Forts, havelis and old-world hotels.
Private estates and green retreats.
Real weddings
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 story
Season guide
A 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 KeralaCase diaries
Short, honest write-ups of real weddings: the brief, the challenge and what the team did about it.
Destination
Guests
Days
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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.
Destination
Guests
Days
Placeholder
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.
Guides and planning advice
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 abroadStories
Destination stories, planning notes and guest guides from our planners.
Destination guide
Beach venues are romantic and appealing for many reasons. Here is why couples keep choosing Kerala's coast.
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Planning notes
Marriage is a celebration of culture, family and love. A look at the photographers who capture it.
Read the story
Style guide
Indian 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.
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