Puglia Ever After - Martina Franca, Provincia di Taranto

nicole B.

Pia is an absolute gem! From start to finish, she went above and beyond to make our wedding day everything I dreamed of and more. Not only is she incredibly organized and detail-oriented, but her calming presence truly helped me when I started to get nervous. She has a way of keeping everything running smoothly while making sure I was always at ease. We honestly don’t know how she did it all, but she worked tirelessly behind the scenes and made sure every detail was perfect.

Pia’s kindness and dedication made her more than just a wedding planner—she became a true friend. Even though we’re oceans apart now, I know we’ll stay in touch for years to come.

If you’re looking to get married in Italy, there’s no other option! Puglia is an absolutely stunning region—the landscapes, the charm, the food—it’s all magical, and Pia knows it like no one else. She made the whole experience seamless, and we couldn’t have asked for a better planner. We forever grateful for her help and friendship!

John &. J.

Words cannot fully express how incredible Pia is! As an international bride who loves being hands-on and speaks Italian, I initially thought I could handle the wedding planning myself. However, working with Pia and having her by our side was the best decision that we ever made. She truly personalizes each wedding and works tirelessly to bring your vision to life, even when you’re not sure how to articulate it yourself. Pia took the time to understand us as a couple and carefully coordinated every detail to create a wedding that was uniquely ours. On the days leading up to the wedding, we completely relaxed and enjoyed the days with our family and friends, knowing that everything was in safe hands. Her attention to detail and ability to manage everything seamlessly made the whole experience stress-free and unforgettable. Trust the process, trust Pia – she will exceed your expectations! Pia is a true local and she has a great relationship with the local vendors. Our wedding day turned out to be even better than we could have ever imagined. Pia is not just our wedding planner; she’s become a lifelong friend, and we were so grateful and happy to have had her as part of our big day. Grazie per tutto Pia. Ti voglio bene!

Chantal C.

Pia from Puglia Ever After is the perfect planner to assist any couple on a beautiful wedding in Italy. As a busy first-time bride, the thought of planning a wedding in an unfamiliar place was daunting. But after talking to several planners, Pia’s professionalism and excellent communication skills stood out. In just six months, she helped me organize the intimate wedding of my dreams.

Pia is known for her standout communication, even across an 8-hour time difference, and a curated list of vendors that fit our budget and vision. Her dedication to working with local small businesses, adherence to budget, and meticulous attention to detail on the wedding day ensured everything was perfect. I’m so grateful to Pia and her team for making our day unforgettable.

I highly recommend her to anyone planning a wedding or event in Puglia.

Lucy M.

Working with Pia was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding weekend! Pia listened to all our ideas and made our vision a reality - helping us select great suppliers, negotiating pricing, and working tirelessly to ensure the aesthetics of the day were perfect.
Pia's communication was consistent and was always there for any questions we had, especially closer to the date finalising last-minute details. She even managed to find a replacement hair and makeup artist for the bridal party when the UK stylist cancelled 48 hours before the wedding day. Replacement suppliers were sourced and confirmed within 4 hours of being flagged as an issue.
Pia remains calm and professional at all times, which makes her the perfect project manager for a wedding.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Pia to any future bride!

Julie L.

As an American expat living in the Netherlands planning a destination wedding in Puglia with international guests flying from different countries, the thought of coordinating everything was quite daunting and intimidating. But thankfully, we had Pia to guide us through it all. If I could give 10 stars, I would. Pia is not just your wedding planner, she is your best friend, your therapist, your travel guide, she is everything you need her to be. Pia made the whole process from start to end as seamless as possible. She is the type of wedding planner that knows what you want before you even know you want something, and her recommendations are always spot on with exactly what you were envisioning. Her knowledge of the area and her relationships with the local vendors are unparalleled. And on top of that, she is the most amazing project manager, always making sure that everything stays on track. I truly don't know how she is able to juggle everything she does, but our destination wedding was such a success and we owe it all to Pia.

Richard M.

I highly recommend using Maria Pia Carbotti (Pia) at Puglia Ever After if you are looking to elope or get married in Puglia area. We did a lot of research in this area and found Pia (Puglia Ever After) and let me tell you she did a wonderful job. She found us a beautiful Airbnb, arranged the officiant, violinist, and helped with the wedding photographer, arranged our dinners...Just to name a few of the many details she provided. Very responsive, on time, easy to deal with and proactive...I really can't say enough about Puglia Ever After so if you looking for anyone in this area call Pia! She made our wedding perfect!

Andrew

Such an incredible experience with Pia. She was amazing and made the whole process of planning an engagement from halfway across the world so easy and fun. She went above and beyond to make sure everything was covered on the day and everything went exactly as planned. Thank you so much.

Fran R. S.

If you are looking for the right wedding planner, look no further. Puglia Ever After is the planning company you need to ensure your wedding is magical and seamless! We felt defeated about planning a destination wedding until we met with Pia virtually over coffee. She was the only planner to suggest a meeting in this way, and when we met her, we already felt a part of Pia's team.

Pia quickly became our eyes, ears, and feet on the ground. We never had a chance to visit our venue before the wedding, but Pia helped us plan a 3-day wedding event without visiting on-site and made sure to help us feel comfortable from afar. She went to all the venues and took pictures and videos for us. Pia managed all the events to ensure that our guests and we were cared for, and she helped us plan all of it in less than a year. From site seeing to virtual meetings with the venue and vendors, Pia made us feel as comfortable as we could meeting everyone from afar. I can't stress the importance of having a planner that understands you, your partner, and your vision. She does a great job of understanding who you and your partner are and your wedding vision. Pia also does a beautiful job of tying intentional moments together, and she always tries to make the vision come to life, which was very much apparent during all our wedding events! It was really important to us that we gave our guests a true "Apulian experience," and it was exactly that for each event we hosted for our guests.

Working with Pia means that you have a big advocate on your side; she will always ensure you get what's best. She works with a talented group of vendors, which makes you feel like you have an extension of your family surrounding you on your special day! Her attention to detail is unmatched, and she will go above and beyond to ensure you have the best day ever. There were moments Pia would come to us with an idea or an inspiration, and it felt really good to say, "I trust you, Pia!" and have her work the magic that was created in her mind. To be able to have full trust in someone planning one of the most beautiful days in your life is something extremely special. We are so fortunate to have had Pia and the team plan our wedding weekend! You are in excellent hands with Pia and the rest of the Puglia Ever After team!! We miss working with them and hope that everyone gets a chance to meet the wonderful Maria Pia and the rest of the Puglia Ever After team!