Destination Wedding Mallorca: How to Plan It

Venue: Son Mesquida Nou (Algaida)

Planning a destination wedding in Mallorca? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not crazy. This dreamy Mediterranean island is one of the most popular wedding destinations in Europe, and for good reason.

Spoiler: It takes more than picking a pretty venue.

But let’s be honest — planning a wedding abroad can feel like a full-time job (on top of your actual full-time job). You start with dreamy Pinterest boards and end up deep in Google Translate, trying to understand Spanish contracts and wondering if your guests will survive the summer heat.

If you’re dreaming of a beautiful, stress-free wedding in Mallorca, here’s your honest, no-fluff guide to getting it right — without losing your mind (or your relationship).

1. Before You Book the venue: What Every Destination Wedding in Mallorca Needs

I know — everyone does. But choosing a wedding venue in Mallorca before knowing your guest list, vibe, and budget is like buying shoes without knowing your size.
Some venues are perfect for intimate weddings, others are made for big, wild fiestas. Some include catering, some don’t. Some are remote and need complex transport plans.

Start by defining your priorities — then find the venue that matches your story.

2. Your budget isn’t a spreadsheet — it’s your priorities

Forget what average cost blogs say. The real cost of a wedding in Mallorca depends on your vision.
Ask yourself: What matters most? The food? The party? The view? The photos?
This is where working with a local Mallorca wedding planner makes a huge difference — we’ll help you allocate budget where it really counts and avoid the classic destination wedding mistakes.

3. Pick the right suppliers (and trust them)

You don’t just need “the best photographer” or “the trendiest florist” — you need the ones who get you.
Planning a wedding in Mallorca means choosing suppliers you trust, especially when you’re coordinating everything from another country.
The good news? Mallorca has incredibly talented creatives — and a good planner will connect you with the right people for you.

4. Logistics are sexy (really)

Okay, maybe not sexy. But they’re crucial.
Think: How will guests get to the venue? How long will dinner take? Will there be enough shade? Are there noise restrictions?

Destination weddings in Mallorca come with a few surprises — and not the good kind if you don’t plan for them.
A local planner knows the roads, the venues, the local laws, the cultural quirks — and how to make it all flow.

5. Let Mallorca do its magic

You didn’t come here for a copy-paste wedding. You came for something real. Something emotional. Something that looks nothing like your friend’s city wedding.
Let the island surprise you. Let the light guide your timeline. Let the imperfect moments become your favourite ones.

So… do you really need a wedding planner in Mallorca?

Short answer? Yes.

Long answer: if you want a wedding that actually reflects you, that runs smoothly, that doesn’t require you to manage spreadsheets and guest WhatsApps on your wedding morning… then yes.
Hiring a local wedding planner means more than “just organising stuff”. It means having someone on your team who speaks the language (literally and figuratively), who knows the venues inside-out, who has trusted local suppliers on speed dial, and who will fight for your vision — from day one to the dancefloor.

Getting married in Mallorca is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. Just don’t try to do it all alone. Let someone take care of the details — so you can enjoy the sunshine, the wine, the people you love, and that one maldita perfect moment when you realise: “We actually did it.”

And if you’re looking for a planner who knows the island, loves a challenge, and works with heart (and spreadsheets), you know where to find Maldita Novia!

Want a sneak peek at the kind of weddings we plan? See what we’re up to on Instagram.

Malditos novios — let’s make it unforgettable!