Taormina, Friday 25 October 2024
Kelly and Viktor, Los Angeles, USA
"My husband and I have just returned to our home in CA and we are already trying to plan a trip to return to our dream wedding location of Taormina, Sicily!
With my family's Sicilian roots, we hoped to have a destination wedding in Taormina.
We stumbled across Isabella Randazzo's website in April 2024 with the dream of being married in October 2024.
We were thinking most wedding planners would turn us away, as we only had 6 months to plan a wedding, but Isabella assured us this would absolutely be no problem.
We mentioned a budget on the first phone call and the final wedding costs were exactly in our range.
We connected with Isabella right away from our first phone call and she was available from then on through email and WhatsApp, responding to all messages and questions promptly.
Isabella went above and beyond to coordinate not only all of the details on the wedding day, but also a wedding party dinner, a pre-wedding dinner, and our accommodation and car transfers in Taormina.
Isabella also seamlessly guided us and organized all religious documents required for a Catholic Mass in English.
Isabella was always positive and relaxed and we felt so assured throughout the whole wedding planning process.
We trusted and relied on Isabella and her suggestions and they all were better than we could have imagined.
She recommended the best venues and vendors for our special day.
Our wedding day was absolutely a dream and Isabella made our vision come to life.
On the wedding day itself, Isabella coordinated everything so smoothly that my now husband and I were very relaxed and able to enjoy the moment, knowing everything was taken care of by Isabella.
Our friends and family have commented they had never had such a unique wedding experience.
It was a day we will cherish forever.
Isabella and her husband Tony welcomed us like family in their incredible city.
Please do not hesitate to work with Isabella for your wedding planning in Taormina!"
Forever grateful,
Kelly and Viktor
Taormina, Friday 11 October 2024
James and Stuart, London, UK
"We had the perfect and fitting wedding in Taormina: the coordination, legality and support received as a same-sex couple.
The wedding was intimate, and the kindness demonstrated, and effortlessness could only be delivered by someone with such professionalism and experience.
From the initial enquiry, our arrival in Sicily, the service, post ceremony and our departure, Isabella has been generous, understood our choices and delivered with subtle and unobtrusive guidance, keeping us calm and organised, whilst making sure every choice and detail was perfectly implemented.
As the wedding was just the 2 of us, it was wonderful to see how Isabella helped source witnesses feeling like we had known you all for years.
It’s amazing to look at the photos and old emails, which demonstrate what we have accomplished together – a happily ever after couple."
Isabella, thank you so much!
James and Stuart
Taormina, Thursday 26 September 2024
Rachel and Calen, Lousiana, USA
"It's been a month since our dream wedding in Taormina, Sicily, and we are still on cloud 9.
My family and friends can't stop talking about how fantastic the day was!
None of it would have been possible without Isabella and WeddinginSicily.
I luckily found her through some research once we decided on Taormina as our location, and it was an easy pick as she was the most responsive and easy to work with.
She worked with us for over a year to perfect our welcome party and wedding day.
She even coordinated and accommodated us when we visited to do our tastings six months before our date.
She was always available, punctual, and professional with every encounter, whether on WhatsApp, video chat, or in person.
She coordinated with every vendor and made our day stress-free and the most magical day of our lives!"
I cannot recommend her services enough!!!
Rachel and Calen
Taormina, Thursday 5 September 2024
Kelly and David, Clogneen, Ireland
"On the 05 September 2024 in the beautiful city of Taormina Sicily.
My now wife and I had the most amazing wedding ceremony.
Our wedding planner was the wonderful Isabella Randazzo. From the very first contact with Isabella she made the wedding organization effortless.
We travelled from Ireland to the beautiful location of Taormina, Isabella was instrumental in organising transport and some last minute changes to accommodation.
Isabella took complete control of all the fine details of our wedding from flowers to hairdressers with some very special touches and musical accompaniment at our venue Palazzo Duchi Di Santo Stefano.
These touches truly made the ceremony very special, which we both will be forever grateful.
We also had the pleasure of meeting Isabellas husband Tony proprietor of the “Time Out Pub” great location for a some pre wedding get togethers.
Thanks, Tony, for some great nights over our stay.
We would highly recommend “WeddingInSicily Taormina” to any couples thinking of Taormina as a wedding destination."
Forever Grateful,
David & Kelly Byrne
Taormina, Saturday 31 August 2024
Natasja and Lasse, Hilleroad, Danmark
"My husband and I had a Dream of an Italian wedding.
We have always travelled a lot and the idea of a wedding abroad with our closest friends and family seemed liked the perfect wedding for us.
However planning a wedding in beautiful Taormina in a foreign country with a foreign language is not easy on your own.
We then came across Isabella's Instagram page and everything on her page had the exact vibe we were looking for.
Isabella brought our vision to life, she was very professional and most of all, she was very understanding of what we wanted for our Wedding especially since we had two small children with us.
Isabella is also very sweet and calm and we would anytime recommend her to others, who dream of a destination wedding in Taormina.
She made our dream of a Sicilian wedding come true - even better than everything we had hoped for."
Big hugs!
Natasja and Lasse
Taormina, Sunday 25 August 2024
Yasmin and Charlie, London, UK
"Isabella made our wedding planning experience an absolute joy and pleasure.
We initially found her on Instagram, and thankfully we did find her as she is a passionate expert in what she does ... arranging unique, incredible weddings!
From the first engagement over the initial chat discussing our plans through to our pre wedding visit to Taormina, the options and details she gave us to make the best decisions possible was perfect.
We travelled from London to Taormina and the wedding day itself was the best day of our lives and Isabella and her wonderful family helped make it so special, we couldn't have done it without her knowledge of the Taormina suppliers and attention to detail!
We got married in the Palazzo Duchi Di Santo Stefano followed by our wedding reception at Villa Mon Repos, and we could not have asked for a more perfect day!
To this day, our guests have said how incredible the day was and that it's a wedding they will never ever forget!
We couldn't recommend Isabella's services more!
We fell in love with Taormina, truly a home from home, and we will coming back for some of our anniversaries to come, it holds a special place in our hearts!"
Yasmin and Charlie
Taormina, Saturday 3 August 2024
Maria and Mark, London, UK
"Isabella is simply the best in Taormina ❤️ Book her now!
Isabella is truly a dream wedding planner—patient, kind, professional, and always focused on finding the perfect solutions. Her creative eye for detail added such a special touch to our big day!
From the very beginning of our planning journey to the final moments of our wedding weekend, Isabella was there every step of the way.
Thanks to her extensive experience and valuable connections, she made every request, no matter how big or small, feel effortless. We asked a lot of questions, and she met each one with warmth and efficiency, making us feel genuinely cared for throughout the entire process.
From our very first call, we knew Isabella was the perfect planner to bring our vision of a 3-day wedding celebration in true Sicilian style to life.
With my background in events and a strong connection to Sicily through my parents, my partner and I dreamed of a wedding that blended our heritage with our personal style.
All elements were looked after by Isabella including guidance on religious paperwork and ensuring documents processed in Sicily legally, transportation throughout, and incredible list of high-quality suppliers covering anything from flowers, stationary, folk bands to musicians for every style from day one to day three.
Isabella made it happen beautifully, from our welcome drinks at ‘Skybar’ to our ceremony at the stunning Duomo di Taormina, the reception at Villa La Limonaia, and even securing our dream day-after celebration at Villa Mon Repos.
She went above and beyond, always bringing a quick wit and sense of humor that had us laughing together throughout the whole planning process and our wedding weekend.
Oh, how we laughed!
Over the past year, Isabella has become part of our family – meeting our loved ones and friends, who all agree that “she’s incredible.”
Her attention to detail, calm and charming nature, and dedication to our happiness made every part of the planning process joyful and stress-free.
On the day itself, Isabella looked out for us, and we knew everything was under control.
She managed the entire day flawlessly, with an expert eye for every detail.
Looking back now, it’s emotional to remember all that we achieved together and all the joy our loved ones shared with Isabella there by our side.
We will always cherish the conversations and messages, and we are so lucky to have developed a wonderful friendship with her.
She has a loving, supportive family, and teamwork is at the heart of her offering.
I’ll never forget our sunny February drinks – I just wish we could do all the celebrations again.
Thank you, Isabella – we will be forever grateful for the unforgettable weekend you created for us and our guests.
We love you!"
All our love,
Maria and Mark
Taormina, Monday 15 July 2024
Jade and Chris, New Jersey, USA
"We cannot thank WeddingInSicily Taormina enough for making our Sicilian wedding dream come true!
From the very beginning, Isabella demonstrated an incredible understanding of our vision and brought it to life in ways we could have never imagined, especially with us living so far away in America.
Her attention to detail, creativity and connections transformed our dream into reality. Isabella went above and beyond, working tirelessly—sometimes even late into the night—to ensure that everything was perfect. She was always just a text away, ready to remind us to “stai tranquilla” and she would have it handled!
The day of our wedding was nothing short of magical.
We had high expectations for our day and Isabella helped surpass what we had envisioned.
Thanks to Isabella, every moment flowed seamlessly, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the day.
Our guests are still raving about the stunning setup, all the little details, delicious food, and the overall atmosphere.
We are so grateful for her dedication and professionalism. She truly made our wedding day more special than we could have ever hoped for.
If you’re looking for a planner who will treat you as if you are family, look no further than WeddingInSicily & Isabella!"
Stai Tranquilla and book Isabella now!
Jade & Chris (& Romina)
Taormina, Wednesday 26 June 2024
Amy and Charlie, Romford, UK
"Our wedding was held at the Palazzo, followed by an evening reception at La Plage resort in June 2024.
I am writing this in October 2024 and can honestly say my 70 guests still talk about my wedding day as if it was yesterday as they cant get over how truly amazing it was!
As soon as me and my husband decided to marry abroad in Sicily, I was straight online researching everything I needed to know and had no idea where to begin! I then came across Isabella and instantly felt the urge to email her and request some information about a wedding in Taormina.
Well from that day in February 2022 to now, I count my lucky stars for finding this lady.
After liaising via email for several months we flew out to meet Isabella and visit venues.
From our first viewings and arancini together, I new that was it.
My mind was made up. I wanted my wedding in this stunning location and I wanted her to be the biggest part of it and organise our day for us.
Once we secured the date and told our guests, you get the usual 'oh this planning will take over your life', 'wedding planning makes you stressed and ill'.
I can honestly say I did not feel one ounce stressed throughout the whole process!
From start to finish, the planning, the budgeting, the suppliers, the travel arrangements for guests and bookings, Isabella done it all!
We visited Taormina several times before our wedding and from talking to shop owners, suppliers and locals, It was clear how well respected and thought of this lady was in the local area and I could see why!
My wedding day was without a shadow of a doubt, the best day of my life and 95% of that was because of Isabella and what she made happen for us.
Nothing was ever too much trouble and she is beyond genuine. There are no hidden costs and I fully respected and trusted her opinion on everything.
The wedding blues are still yet to go! But the relationship I have built with Isabella over the last 2 years is a special one and I know she will forever be apart of our lives now.
She is a truly special lady and if any couple reading this are unsure whether to use Isabella to plan their day this is your confirmation to go for it! Your day will be beyond your expectations with zero worry, stress or uncertainty.
Thank you will never be enough for what she done for us."
We love you Isabella!
The Theobald's xxx
Taormina, Thursday 20 June 2024
Lucy and Sam, Perth, Australia
"Dear Isabella,
On behalf of Sam and myself I just wanted to thank you for everything that you did to help us to have the wedding of our dreams in Taormina.
Our final choice of a ceremony at Hotel Villa Schuler and a reception at Atlantis Bay were just perfect for us.
I still can’t believe that we were able to have that exquisite table down under the palm trees... it was so much better than either of us could have hoped for!
Your assistance with choosing vendors for the day was spot on, and especially important given that we were organising our wedding from Western Australia without the opportunity to fly over and see things firsthand for ourselves.
Firstly Mary Fiori... the flowers were stunning, exactly what I hoped for, in fact better I think! I loved our bouquets and the fact that we had peonies, so hard to get in Australia, made me so happy! The little girls’ flower crowns were also gorgeous. And the table setting, including candles etc, was just magnificent. A true Style Me Pretty tablescape.
Our fabulous musicians I Suonatori and Gino e Vivi... just perfect! Despite the heat our folk musicians brought just the right fun energy to our passegiata and we all loved the tunes down at Atlantis Bay.
My makeup artist Dalila and hairdresser Greta were both amazing. Without a trial for either they made me look and feel fabulous which is no mean feat when your bride is 47 not 27! And my hair and makeup lasted the distance despite the stifling heat of the late afternoon. You were correct to recommend them and they are both lovely people as well.
Hotel Villa Schuler were also fabulous. Mariangela and Andrea were super helpful in ensuring our day went smoothly. The hotel was also a great place to stay and nothing was too much trouble for us and the rest of our family during our stay. The small personal touches make such a difference.
Atlantis Bay was faultless. The food was some of the best I’ve ever eaten in Italy and the service was outstanding also. Salvatore, Cristina, Sara and the team deserve a special mention. We couldn’t have been happier! The cake was also spectacular and tasted so good too!
And lastly the biggest thanks goes to you Isabella.
We couldn’t have done this without your amazing commitment to helping us have the Best Day Ever and we are so grateful. Thankyou for always responding to a million emails and WhatsApp messages and for all your help on the day... it really went off without a hitch!
And thankyou for being our celebrant also... you were so professional and we are very grateful to have you officiate our special day.
I do hope that we can remain friends and catch up again next time we are in Taormina, and I’m sure there will be a next time as Taormina has our hearts...
So once again thankyou so much from both of us Isabella.
I can’t wait to continue to see the magic you weave with your weddings in Taormina."
Much love,
Lucy and Sam xxx
Taormina, Friday 14 June 2024
Charley and Chris , Berkshire, UK
"We got married in June 2024 in Taormina at the beautiful Villa Mon Repos, we had a poolside ceremony followed by an amazing buffet and sit down meal and then an awesome reception into the evening.
Right from the start, Isabella was a pleasure to work with.
She was so responsive and offered her advice and expertise when we were making decisions.
She helped keep us calm and cool and met with us twice prior to the wedding to show us venues, take us to the tasting day and make up trials etc.
The Wedding day went seamlessly thanks to Isabella and it was honestly the best day of our lives.
The most magical wedding in the most magical location!
Our guests were blown away by the wedding and still talk about how amazing and romantic it was."
Thank you so much Isabella, we are so grateful to you and we would highly recommend you to anyone who is getting married in Taormina!
xx,
Charley and Chris
Taormina, Tuesday 11 June 2024
Lykah and Tyler, Brookhaven, USA
"Isabella was very great to work with.
Planning a wedding is already stressful, but doing it overseas is even more.
Throughout every step, she was there to support us and any changes that occurred.
I had a specific vision for how I wanted the wedding, and she and her team executed it perfectly.
My guests told me it was an unforgettable experience.
I highly recommend her if you’re looking for a trustworthy, friendly, and supportive wedding planner!
She made my dream wedding come true and I’ll never forget her!"
Thank you so much,
Lykah and Tyler
Taormina, Friday 7 June 2024
Joanne and Tiziana, Brussels, Belgium
"Dear Isabella,
Thank you so much for being with us on our special day on 7 June.
The venues you recommended were ideal - the charm of pure history at the Palazzo in Taormina and the gorgeous countryside at Paradiso.
Our guests were enchanted by both, and felt very looked-after.
We received so many compliments about the ambiance, the flowers, the food.
The entertainment options you offered were just right - tarantella at the Palazzo and beautiful guitar accompaniment at dinner.
Thank you for taking such care over the personalised menus."
Grazie Mille,
Jo and Tiziana
Taormina, Saturday 1 June 2024
Debra and Jeff, Devon, UK
"Dearest Isabella,
Jeff and I just wanted to say thank you so very much for your organisational skills for pulling our wedding together.
All our guests commented that it was not only the prettiest wedding they had ever visited but they all fell in love with the location and views at La Plage overlooking Isola Bella island.
A large proportion of our guests, including ourselves, are genuinely hoping to visit Taormina again on our 1st wedding anniversary.
From the moment Jeff and I met you, we felt you were definitely the right wedding planner, not only because there was no issues with language barriers, but your experience, knowledge and your beautiful warm friendly approach.
Thank you so much for all you did in making our wedding the best ever Taormina has experienced!"
xx,
Debra and Jeff
Taormina, Sunday 26 May 2024
Candyce and William, Houston, USA
"Isabella was a phenomenal wedding planner!
She was so attentive to detail and always made sure I had exactly what I wanted.
She made the wedding planning process a breeze.
It was nice having her put options in front of me that I was just able to select from.
It definitely reduced the amount of stress that comes along with wedding planning!
I would highly recommend Isabella for your wedding planning needs!"
Thank you so much Isabella! x
Candyce and William
Taormina, Friday 10 May 2024
Leslie and Richard, Vancouver, Canada
"About 14 years ago, my lovely Leslie and I began down a path of dreams. We have experienced the beauty of the world; we have endured the loss of loved ones.
This was and is the purest love. It became unbreakable and inviolable.
Until Leslie, I had never thought that such a deep, bewilderingly beautiful, attachment to another person was possible.
Until Leslie, I thought marriage was an impossibility. But as the universe instructs us, that which seems impossible often becomes inevitable.
In July of two thousand and twenty-three, the inevitable brought me down to one knee.
Leslie and I are Canadians. We have travelled the globe, but only one place could match the indescribable thrill associated with our wedding in Taormina, Sicily.
We and 20 of our friends and family would celebrate the perfect wedding in the perfect place.
Unfortunately, we believed we could organize it ourselves.
Challenges and roadblocks arose daily. The unsnarling of Italian and Canadian legal requirements was a daunting task; it seemed impossible to find those who would conduct the ceremony; we could not find an interpreter; we seemed incapable of booking the venue (the Palazzo dei Duchi di Santo Stefano); we had difficulty organizing musicians, photographers, make-up artist; and arranging our wedding dinner for over 20 people at a distinguished restaurant was complicated.
Ignorance of the process, the language barrier, and the time difference resulted in frustration. We had a blind, focused belief that we would succeed, but at times it appeared we were unequal to the task.
I believe, however, that our absolute belief curiously found a way.
Out of the celestial ether came a name. We cannot remember how we found her, but from the moment Leslie communicated with her, all uncertainties and roadblocks were gone.
Her name is Isabella.
Because of Isabella, our wedding in Taormina this year was a perfect moment in time. It was bewilderingly beautiful. Our lives would be diminished without that memorable event. I can confidently say that if Isabella had not entered our lives when she did, our perfect day would have been imperfect.
Isabella kindly and seamlessly organized the myriad legal and logistical obligations mentioned above.
From the time we contacted her, all concerns with the who, when, where, and how were gone.
All wedding day activities (pre-ceremony, ceremony, the reception, the walk down the Corso Umberto, the dancing at the Piazza IX Aprile, and our wedding dinner) were organized flawlessly and impeccably.
On our wedding day, Leslie and I had one obligation: enjoy the dream. Our complete confidence in her competence was not misplaced.
But over and above her organizational skills, Isabella is an extraordinarily kind, thoughtful and generous person.
The numerous issues to be resolved prompted a multitude of emails, texts, and conversations between us (mostly Leslie) and Isabella.
With great kindness and generosity, Isabella always went far above what was expected to make our wedding day the perfect day; she cared. We responded, unreservedly, with gratitude.
We felt like we had a person in Italy who provided the consideration of a friend. Isabella always responded to questions quickly.
We were never in the dark about anything; we felt we were working collaboratively with someone who cared about us. That is an intangible that matters.
When Leslie and I arrived in Taormina, and when we left Taormina, we gave Isabella a big, warm Canadian hug.
I think she wanted to hug us too.
If you are reading this little testimonial, you must be looking for someone to help you organize your nuptials.
I am telling you in a very loud voice: stop your search.
Pick up the phone or send an email to Isabella.
She will make your vision come true.
To us, Isabella was a gift."
As ever,
Leslie and Richard Storey
Taormina, Thursday 2 May 2024
Liz and Mark, Cheddar, UK
"Dear Isabella,
We just wanted to say a massive 'thank you' for enabling us to have the most perfect wedding in Taormina on 2nd May 2024.
Given the tight timescales involved, we weren't sure if it would be possible, but after speaking with you, we felt very confident that it could happen.
Your many years of experience and attention to detail made us feel very reassured that nothing would be missed on the paperwork side, and your were a reassuring presence during the most stressful moments.
Always quick to respond to any query, no matter how small, you were with us every step of the way during the planning.
We were so impressed with the beautiful flowers, the amazing pianist, and the stunning photographer you organised for us.
We will treasure the memories forever.
The day far exceeded all our expectations, and we were overwhelmed with how perfectly everything came together, which was down to your professionalism and organisation.
Even the weather was wonderful after damp and fog the day before!
We would have no hesitation in recommending Isabella's services to anyone else getting married in Taormina.
Thank you!"
Kindest Regards,
Liz & Mark