Samana Events Reviews
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Kaila T. Sent on 10/08/2022My Perfect Nor’easter Outdoor Wedding
As I sit here 1 week from the day I got to say “I Do” I am still in awe and at a loss for words at just how magnificent last Saturday turned out. If you don’t live in Hampton Roads Virginia you may not understand so let me, explain (sit back and grab a coffee because the story is worth it). Last week Hurricane Ian hit Florida and its storm path was taking it right up the east coast, set to hit Hampton Roads, Virginia at its worst on Saturday…. My wedding day. Now I’m not completely shocked that a hurricane was set to hit my wedding weekend because of our luck and that October is in the middle of hurricane season however, I was not expecting a category 5 hurricane double the size of the last major hurricane to follow this particular path which took place back in 2004. Now in order to have a magnificent wedding a lot of planning needs to take place and I like a challenge so I decided to plan my wedding, start my master's, begin a traveling career, and even get a new puppy the week before the wedding. How did I keep it all together you may ask? Jessica, was my saving grace, my soundboard, my motivator, and the person who would speak on my behalf to keep everything running smoothly and to ensure that I got exactly what I wanted on my big day. Jessica was available whenever I needed her and was always quick to respond. She was flexible with my crazy schedule when it came to scheduling meetings, picking up my decorations, and my last-minute changes on the day of the wedding. Leading up to the big day she kept in touch with all of my vendors which took a large load of stress off of my shoulders considering the weather report kept looking worse and worse as we approached the weekend. Now, like I said we were hit with a Nor’easter and Friday was a full-blown Nor’easter, winds hit 30mph, it was cold and rain was just being dumped on the area. Having the most amazing family and friends a couple could ask for everyone showed up to the rehearsal dinner Including Jessica with a big smile on her face ready to ease not only my worries but those of my family and friends. We had come up with multiple backup plans and she was ready to work through them all with everyone. She also made it very clear to everyone, especially my maid of honor and best man that anything and everything needed to go through her, that My husband and I were to do nothing Saturday morning except enjoying ourselves, eat, and stay hydrated. All decision-making and “issues” were to go through her so that the bride and groom had nothing to stress about. Now I don’t know if it was prayers, people’s tears, or the numerous rain dances that may or may not have taken place around midnight to the rain gods and any other weather god that was watching but when we woke up Saturday morning the weather was perfect. The sun was shining, the sky was clear and the temperature was spot-on. At 11 o’clock – noon, I nervously went to Jessica and Chuck (my venue host) and asked if there was any possible way the (4:30 pm) wedding could be moved outside. They went outside where the ground was by some miracle, not a mud pile Chuck said give me an hour, Jessica said we’re on it and the next thing I knew everyone went into overdrive to shift our plans yet again without any hesitation. By the time the guests arrived, you would’ve never known a nor’easter as hit the day before. My wedding took place outside just as I had dreamed and it went magnificently. I had nothing to worry about on the day of my wedding except having a blast getting ready with my girls which I am incredibly grateful for. I can’t thank Jessica and her team enough for all of the hard work they put into making my dream come true. Xoxo Kaila and DanielSamana Events's reply:
Oh my goodness, we LOVED being a part of your wedding. Thank you for your kind words. I was amazed at how incredibly calm both you and Daniel were, given the roller coaster. I was very lucky to be part of your wedding. Thank you again! -
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Courtney Sent on 08/24/2021Honestly couldn’t have done it with out this team
I honestly Don’t think I could Have done this wedding with out this amazing team! They all especially Jessica made sure everything ran so beautiful and set up everything! -
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Emma N. Sent on 01/14/2021
The best wedding day-of-coordinator!
When my husband and I were looking for a wedding day-of-coordinator, we knew Jessica would be a great pick. She was very detail-oriented, professional, and easy to work with. When it came down to the wire, Jessica made sure that everything went smoothly. My husband and I had gone through quite a nightmare with all of the pandemic restrictions the few weeks leading up the wedding. We were so stressed, we could hardly think -- yet Jessica was seriously on top of everything and went above and beyond. She made sure to update every vendor of ours with all of the new details, which were literally changing by the day the week before the wedding. Our wedding day went so well and it was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! My husband and I are beyond grateful to have had Jessica at Samana Events be our day of coordinator. I highly recommend Samana Events for your wedding -
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Riza R. Sent on 11/13/2020
Best day of coordinator
If you want a wedding planner or DOC that is punctual, efficient and just all around amazing, look no further than Jessica Ireland. Jessica helped me and my now husband make our vision come to life and went above and beyond to make the planning easier. Even though we had three wedding postponements and we already have pretty much everything that we needed for the wedding, Jessica really helped us to make sure we did not miss anything and throughout the process she made us feel more than just clients. She made the entire planning quite enjoyable and stress free because of her guidance and the fact the she did not bombarded me with TO DO LISTS. On the day of, everything ran smoothly and even if there hiccups we would not have known because she handled everything smoothly and flawlessly. If you are in Hampton Roads area or planning to do a destination wedding in this area and are getting married, I'd definitely recommend Jessica Ireland and her team at Samana Events. -
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User5299915 Sent on 08/28/2020Best choice you will ever make!!!
When I was searching for a wedding planner I knew what i was looking for in them and what they could do for me and my wedding. After a number of disastrous meetings I finally met with Jessica and it was like fate. It was like it clicked in ever way possible and she knew EXACTLY what I was looking for and what I wanted to do.
I hired her for the "month of" to relieve a lot of the stress and pressure from myself of finalizing all the details; and let me tell you, she jumped right in head first and took over. Not only did she do everything she said she would, she honestly went ABOVE AND BEYOND what I expected of her. From finalizing all the details with my vendors, to coordination of my rehearsal & wedding, to decorating my venue; and to top it off, making sure the whole time she made sure me & my husband were set while getting ready for our big day.
If I never hired Jessica I honestly know I would have been stressed out to THE MAX in the weeks and days up to the wedding and the day of. Because I hired Jessica, I was able to live in the moment and not be the crazy bride on the day of. I was able to enjoy my time with the bridal party, and the boys were able to of course be the boys. If you are on the fence about hiring a planner, take the leap and just hire Jessica. She is 100% worth EVERY PENNY!!! -
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Brittney C. Sent on 02/17/2020
Wedding on the Beach, Reception at the Cavalier on the Hill
Jessica was an amazing wedding coordinator. She made everything seemless for my big day. All I had to do was show up, and she handled everything else. Hiring Jessica was by far the best investment I made for my wedding day. Her services were extremely reasonably priced, and the value added for my wedding was honestly priceless. I would highly recommend her services for anyone looking to invest in a wedding coordinator!Samana Events's reply:
Thank you Brittney! Your wedding was so gorgeous. Have you seen the renovations at the Cavalier? Beach weddings are surely the best:-). -
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