Puglia Luxury Weddings: Where Glamour Meets Authenticity

A wedding planner’s look behind three unforgettable days in Italy’s hidden gem

Puglia has a way of getting under your skin. As a wedding planner, I’ve seen many destinations, but this region’s mix of understated luxury and genuine warmth felt different. The journey began at the Bra Hotel Puglia, a small boutique hotel with an effortless sense of style. The welcome dinner set the tone: refined, relaxed, and full of local flavor. Great food, beautiful design, and that easy Italian charm - the kind you can’t fake.

The next day at Villa Ciardi felt like stepping into another world. A timeless setting, candlelight in the courtyard, the sound of laughter over Puglian dishes that tasted like sunshine. And then the final evening at Perla del Doge - right by the sea, where the water caught the moonlight and live music carried through the warm night air. Three days that showed just how perfectly Puglia connects authenticity with first-class service.

This part of Italy still feels real. It’s not about perfection; it’s about feeling. About genuine hospitality, flavors that linger, and moments that make you pause. Every corner tells a story, every experience feels personal.