Wondering why a vendor’s experience outside of weddings should matter to your big day?

In this episode of Wedding Tips and Tales, Taryn and Dani unpack the world of wedding vendor retreats—from luxury workshops like Engage! to the intimate, purpose-driven retreats they’ve hosted in Ireland and Maui. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes tale of how it all started with a Barcelona wedding, why these retreats are an investment in vendor excellence, and how they can directly impact your destination wedding.

💡 Whether you're a vendor looking to grow or a couple seeking high-quality professionals, this conversation sheds light on the importance of experience, networking, and continuing education in the luxury wedding world.

📩 Planning your destination wedding? Let us help: taryn@tarynstarkwyant.com

00:00 Welcome + What are vendor retreats?

01:10 Types of retreats (photographers, planners, networking)

02:59 Our first retreat in Ireland

03:53 How a Barcelona wedding sparked the idea

05:45 Behind the scenes of our Maui retreat

07:20 Emotional feedback from attendees

09:01 Why these retreats matter for newly engaged couples

11:00 Green flags: Vendors who invest in themselves

12:56 Real travel experience = Real wedding prep

14:47 Lessons learned (never check essential gear!)

17:10 Climate challenges for florists

18:55 Editorials = Safe space to grow

20:15 Vendor style and aspirational alignment

21:20 Final takeaway: Workshops matter

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