We came across Jolanda by simply Googling ‘Wedding´ + ‘Tarifa´ and, with no personal recommendation, we knew we might be taking a risk by asking her to manage one of the most important days of our lives.
However, having worked internationally in live events for many years we felt we would be able to get a fairly quick impression as to whether Jolanda was right for us.
From the first phone conversation I not only felt confident that Jolanda was the person for the job but also that we had a friend at our side.

A feeling which was confirmed when we first met in Tarifa a few weeks later. Jolanda was enthusiastic, helpful, very transparent and reliable and we felt safe in her hands.

The planning process was very collaborative and we felt well informed without being pushed in one direction or another. – the whole thing was quite stress-free and even enjoyable. Jolanda also took care of the hotel reservations for our guests and many of the commented on the ease of dealing with her and were impressed at the level of service (which came at no extra charge!)
When it came to the wedding week itself Jolanda took absolute care of everything with her usual energy and ensured that everything was faultless. We couldn´t have asked for a better few days and everything did indeed go to plan.

Our guests were equally enthusiastic with comments ranging from ‘wedding of the year´ to ‘best wedding ever!´.
The favourite compliment of all however came from a dear friend who was former editor of ‘Wedding Day´ magazine in the UK (and knows a thing or two about weddings!) who claimed with absolute sincerity that it was ‘Definitely in the Top 3 Ever list´.

It was definitely our favourite :) and we´re eternally grateful to Jolanda for everything she did for us!

Macky & Claire Drese

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Testimonial Victoria & Andrew

Trying to organise a wedding in Spain all the way from London when virtually all you can say in Spanish is 'two more beers please' was always going to be difficult, if not near on impossible. We spoke to a couple of wedding planners but it was either all too elaborate or far too chaotic.Trying to organise a wedding in Spain all the way from London when virtually all you can say in Spanish is 'two more beers please' was always going to be difficult, if not near on impossible. We spoke to a couple of wedding planners but it was either all too elaborate or far too chaotic.

Then we met Jolanda and it became rapidly obvious that she was the person we needed to translate our vision into reality. What stands out in our mind is that nothing was too much trouble, no suggestion was greeted negatively. Jolanda's attitude was always 'we will find a way to do it'.

That meant from the moment we and our 100 guests arrived, everything went like clockwork from the family lunch to the drinks the night before to the blessing by the beach.

The Moroccan tents were stunning, the food was exquisite and we danced till dawn.

The key to a successful wedding is in the detail and the planning and nothing was left to chance which meant nothing went wrong or that when it did (like the police driving their landrover through the tent and across the dance floor the morning of the wedding, we didn't find out about it until everything was repaired and back in place).
The wedding was quite simply perfect and until the birth of our daughter a year later was the best day(s) of our lives.

Victoria & Andrew

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Testimonial Liz & Andy

Deciding to get married in a foreign country whose language you don't speak ought to be difficult but with Jolanda to organise I think I was the least stressed bride on record.

There were no last minute panics and every eventuality had been thought about prior to the day so that whatever happened, there was an option.
Jolanda's local information is second to none and her eye for detail in the lead up to the big day ensures that the day itself is completely hassle free. She thinks of everything and is full of ideas on how to helpyour day become even more special and also to ensure that all your guests find suitable accommodation and understand what is happening and when.

Andy and I simply had the best day of our lives, in the perfect town in the perfect setting and it would not have been possible without Jolanda's help. We will definitely be buying her a beer or two on our return to Tarifa!

Liz and Andy

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Testimonial Harry & Kerry

Thank yo so much for the effort throughout the organisation of our wedding. You were very helpful but still allowed us to make our own decisions. On the day you were there for both of us and everyone commented on how lovely and approachable you were. Again, huge thanks for everyhing.

Kerry and Harry

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Testimonial Jessy & Tanguy

Organizar una boda en Tarifa desde Paris no es tarea facil... Desde la eleccion del lugar hasta el mas pequeno detalle sin olvidar la atencion a invitados (Holanda, España, Francia....) resulta muy complicado por no decir imposible hacerlo sin la ayuda de personas competentes y comprometidas. Gracias a la coordinacion, los contactos y la experiencia de Tarifa Events todo salio de maravilla...lo unico incontrolable?.. el Levante y el desenfreno de la fiesta. Todos nuestros invitados quedaron sorprendidos y encantandos, especialmente por el lugar tan especial, el ambiente y la simpatia de todos los que hicieron posible que este, nuestro dia, saliera como no lo habiamos ni sonado. Extarordianrio también el catering
de Marc & David! Inolvidable vuestra simpatia Yolanda Pieter...y Valentin! Mil gracias! Ya pensamos en la proxima oportunidad de festejar algo grande.

Jessy & Tanguy.

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Testimonial Nathalie & Adam

"Thank you for organising our amazing wedding. We have received nothing but praise for the stunning venue, the great entertainment, the fantastic delicious food and all the special touches – such as the jamonador & (sherry poring person! . A year on and people are still saying that it was the best ever wedding they’d been too, I have no doubt that it will be talked about for many years to come!"

All the help and hard work you offered in the run-up to the wedding and on the day itself was very much appreciated and you were a calming influence from stage one.

Nathalie & Adam

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Testimonial Nathalie & Adam

Hi Jolanda! :-)

We cannot believe that it is all over! :-(THANK-YOU sooooo much, it was all absolutely perfect - wasn't one bit nervous at all, as knew
everything would just work out, well it does help being organised as you can then relax!

Also the guys were a great help too during the week, it was all just brilliant! We were very sad to leave but as Jay says we shall be back, realistically next year. Thanks for everything again! You were amazing help and so lovely to all our guests too, we really appreciated it! :-)Definitely get in touch if you ever come to London!

P.S I hear my sisters boyfriends sister was chatting to you, who is getting married next year! word travels quick!!! Everyone loved Tarifa! Cxx