The inspiration gap
Some venue photos can feel quite different in person. We help you see beyond the photos, highlighting the practical logistics that can make or break your wedding day.
The day is yours.
The decisions should be too.
Let every detail become a memory.
Our philosophy
Ten years in events — Cape Town, Mexico, Zanzibar, Gibraltar, Mallorca and Bali.
“Time and again, I watched couples feel overwhelmed, locked into packages, or hit with unexpected costs. Most of them had no idea what was normal, and that never sat right with me.”
Hi, I’m Caitlin. I started my journey in events ten years ago in Cape Town, and I truly feel it’s my calling to help couples bring their dream wedding to life.
Since then, my career has taken me to Mexico, Zanzibar, Gibraltar, Mallorca, and Bali — incredible experiences that combined my love for event management, people, culture, and travel. But I also saw how the industry really works.
That’s why I created The Aisle Advisors. We’re wedding consultants, not wedding planners. We provide independent, expert guidance at the start of your planning journey or at any stage along the way. Whether you’re planning your wedding yourself or already have a planner, we’re here to help you make confident, informed decisions.
Honest, expert guidance through one-to-one consultations and downloadable planning tools — so you can plan your wedding with confidence, avoid costly mistakes, and enjoy the journey with complete transparency.
The reality
None of this is a secret inside the industry. It is only a secret to the people paying for it.
Some venue photos can feel quite different in person. We help you see beyond the photos, highlighting the practical logistics that can make or break your wedding day.
Planners often collaborate closely with selected vendors, and those partnerships can quietly shape what gets recommended to you.
Making changes during the planning process can sometimes involve extra costs, depending on the setup.
Depending on your home country, it may be more challenging to get married legally overseas. It’s helpful to check this in advance.
Our goal is to help couples feel more informed, confident, and in control throughout the wedding planning process.
Our specialist destinations
We work these three destinations from the inside — their venues, their vendors, and what a fair price actually looks like in each of them.
Spain
Indonesia
South Africa
Our process
No surprises. No waiting around wondering what comes next. This is our process from the moment you contact us to the moment you receive everything.
Step one
Before your free call we’ll ask for your budget, preferred area, ideal date, guest count, and any ideas you already have — so when we speak we can skip the basics and focus on what matters.
Step two
A relaxed call where we listen, ask the right questions, and tell you honestly what’s achievable on your budget.
Step three
We spend up to a week building your personalised plan: vendor shortlist, venue availability, pricing, budget estimate, contract review, and tailored recommendations.
Step four
A written plan with vendor recommendations, contacts, and next steps — ready to act on.
We take up to one week because we do this properly. You deserve real research and real recommendations, not something put together in ten minutes.
Start with a free call →Packages
Three tiers, one philosophy. Every price on this page is the whole price — there is nothing behind it.
You’ve just got engaged. You’ve Googled destination wedding costs and you’re already overwhelmed. This is where you start, before you make any decisions you’ll regret.
Add to cart · $97 →What you get
Our team by your side at every stage of the planning journey, not just at the start. You are never left alone at a critical moment.
Add to cart · $497 →What you get
For couples who want an expert in their corner the whole way. This is everything we offer, with us beside you from the first search to the last dance.
Add to cart · $1,497 →Everything in Guided, plus
Not sure which is right for you? The free call will tell you.
The evening itself
Every candle, every place card, every course is a decision someone quoted you a price for. We help you make each one with your eyes open.
Optional add-on
Book them yourself with our transparent pricing — or let us handle the emails, briefings and timelines. No commissions, no markups.
$95 USD · per vendor
$897 USD · all-inclusive · up to 8 vendors
What this is not: we’re not on the ground on your wedding day. If you need day-of coordination, we can connect you with a vetted local coordinator.
Add to cart →A referral, not a planning service
We are not wedding planners and we are not on the ground managing your day. But many venues require someone physically present — so we have built a network of vetted independent local coordinators we trust completely.
Pricing varies depending on your wedding. Book a free call and we will find the right fit for you.
Connect me with a coordinator →Matched
We introduce you to a vetted independent local coordinator carefully matched to your venue, wedding style, and overall vision.
Briefed
Four weeks before the wedding, your coordinator receives a full briefing covering your vendors, timeline, logistics, and all final details.
On the ground
From setup to the end of the evening, your coordinator manages vendors, oversees the timeline, and handles any issues behind the scenes.
One voice
Your coordinator becomes the main point of contact for vendors, guests, and family in the lead-up and on the day itself.
Pricing varies depending on your wedding. Book a free call and we will find the right fit for you.
Connect me with a coordinator →Inside the platform
A platform for couples who want full control — insider knowledge, smart tools, and trusted advice in one place. In development now, available to members later in 2026.
Upload your inspiration and we translate it into what’s actually possible — venues, realistic budgets, styling concepts, and local expertise on permits and logistics.
Coming soonTell us your priorities, guest profile, budget and style, and our matching engine recommends venues, local experiences and realistic budgets.
Coming soonAccommodation, activities, itineraries, transport and guest communication in one shared portal your guests can actually use.
Coming soonChoose your venue, style and preferences to instantly visualise your day — layouts, styling concepts, and locally sourced décor ideas.
Coming soonTimelines, budget tracking, contract red-flag scanning, checklists, vendor management and collaborative tools built for destination weddings.
Coming soonThese are not generic planning tools. Every one was built because a real couple needed it and nobody else had built it yet.
Testimonials
★★★★★
“Caitlin saved us thousands, but more than that, she saved us from making decisions we’d have regretted. She was honest when our first venue wasn’t right, and her shortlist was perfect.”
★★★★★
“Our first call lasted two hours and by the end we had a clear picture of what was realistic for our budget. She steered us away from two vendors who ‘charge international prices but deliver local service’.”
★★★★★
“She negotiated our finca rental in the Serra de Tramuntana and brought in a local catering team from Palma that was half the price of the venue’s recommended supplier, with better food.”
★★★★★
“I didn’t want a wedding planner, I wanted a wedding expert. That’s exactly what this is. The vendor list alone was worth every dollar.”
★★★★★
“She flagged a clause in our original venue contract that would have cost us an extra $2,200 if we’d signed it as-is. Honest, sharp, and incredibly well-connected.”
★★★★★
“She’s not selling you a package, she’s protecting you. The whole day ran flawlessly and came in $2,000 under what we’d originally been quoted elsewhere.”
★★★★★
“Planning from Sydney felt impossible until I found this. The honest feedback on contracts caught two red flags I’d have missed.”
★★★★★
“Vendors quote one price to locals and another the moment they see a big venue or a planner involved. Caitlin helped us cut through that completely, and found us a micro-venue near Paarl that wasn’t even listed online.”
★★★★★
“What I appreciated most was that she never tried to upsell us. We had a clear budget, she respected it, and she found us the most beautiful cortijo in the Raiguer region with views of the Tramuntana.”
FAQ
A response within 24 hours
Tell us your vision and budget. We’ll be completely honest about what’s achievable — no commitment and no sales pitch.