Ever wonder what it’s like to plan a destination wedding from a couple’s perspective?

In this two-part series of Unveiled Interviews, we sit down with a real couple, Gillian and Matt who reside in New York City, and ask them all about the experience of planning their upcoming destination wedding, which will take place June 2024 in Mallorca, Spain: 

How did they decide where to have their wedding? How did they break the news to their family? Did they experience any backlash from guests, and if so, how did they handle it? How did they find their venue, vendors, and suppliers? What has been the most stressful part of the planning experience?

Part II of this series, which will be recorded after their wedding has taken place, will gain even more perspective of the wedding’s execution:  

How was their experience with all of their vendors? Did their guests enjoy the destination experience? Did anyone have any issues with travel? If given the chance for a do-over, would they choose a destination wedding again? Stay tuned for the launch of that episode later this summer.

Follow Gillian, a New York City based wedding photographer and real-life bride, on Instagram at @gillianleephotos

Cover image by Gillian and Matt's talented wedding photographer @hilaurenhello