Damanaki Maria
Interior design and event planning based in Galatsi, Athens.
Operating out of Athens, Greece, Maria Damanaki - Event Planning specializes in destination weddings. Perfect for couples planning celebrations in the Athenian Riviera, this business delights in orchestrating occasions in idyllic, Mediterranean locations. Maria is passionate about bringing your dreams to life. Services Offered Maria Damanaki - Event Planning’s team will make it their mission to attend to every detail of your big day. From venue selection and decoration to timeline creation, Maria adopts a comprehensive approach to wedding planning. Her extensive experience as an interior designer has given her a wealth of transferable skills that apply to event design. She believes client-input to be a key component of the planning process and consults with her clients at every stage. From intimate micro weddings to large cultural weddings, Maria has great experience in staging unforgettable experiences. Traditions and cultural wedding ranging from Chinese Tea ceremonies, to Korean Pye Baek , from Middle Eastern Zeffe to Mauritian Sega dancing, name it and we make it happen!
Save Damanaki Maria, and it's on your wedding.
Everything you save lands on your own Aisle plan, a private page for the two of you. Send the link to your partner, your parents, your maid of honour, and they see the same shortlist, the same photographs, the same dates. No forwarding screenshots.
Booking one wedding planner is easy.
Booking a whole wedding abroad isn't.
This wedding planner sits beside your venue and the rest of the team, one page you own.
Send the same dates to several vendors at once. Replies land in a single thread.
A real person checks availability and chases paperwork while you enjoy the good part.
Services
Hiring a wedding planner in Athens, Greece
Why a local planner is essential
Planning a wedding remotely in Athens, Greece without someone local is extremely difficult. A planner who works in the area regularly knows the venues, the reliable vendors, local regulations, and how to navigate language barriers and cultural expectations. They handle logistics you can't manage from abroad.
What to budget
Destination wedding planners typically charge $3,000–$15,000+ depending on the scope. Full-service planning (venue sourcing through day-of execution) is at the higher end. Many couples planning destination weddings find that the planner saves them money overall by avoiding costly mistakes and negotiating local vendor rates.
Questions to ask before booking
How many weddings have you planned in this specific area? Do you handle legal paperwork and permits? What's your vendor network like? Will you be present on the wedding day? How do you handle communication across time zones? What's your contingency plan for weather or vendor no-shows?
When to book
Book your planner first, ideally 12–18 months before the wedding. They'll guide every other vendor decision and help you avoid common destination wedding pitfalls.
Questions couples ask
What types of weddings does Damanaki Maria plan?+
Maria handles weddings of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations, across Athens and throughout Greece. She works with couples to customize planning services to fit their vision and scope.
Where can I see her portfolio and contact information?+
Visit http://www.mariadamanaki.com/ for portfolio details, service offerings, and contact information.