This episode is all about your wedding A-Team – the key suppliers who can make or break your big day in Bali. We’re diving deep into Step 1 of our planning process: locking in your five non-negotiables.

We cover:

• The five suppliers we ALWAYS book first:

  ✨ Hair & Makeup ✨ Celebrant ✨ Photographer ✨ Videographer ✨ Entertainment (DJs & Bands)
  How we narrow down our go-to supplier list:
  - 🚩 What makes a supplier a YES... and what gets them blacklisted

  - Our top picks and a bit of spicy honesty on who’s not coming back

  - The biggest mistake couples make when booking these five
  

🎧 PLUS:

• - 💍 Can you legally get married in Bali? What you need to know before saying "I do"
  - 💸 “Hidden” costs couples don’t budget for – like:
  - Power upgrades for bands or lighting
  - Crew meals (yes, even the DJ needs to eat)
  - Extra setup hours
  - Live band transport fees
  - Generator hire for beach/cliff venues
  - Lighting packages not included in your venue
  - Overtime for hair & makeup if things run late
  - Sound checks and early arrival fees

  
  

🎤 When it comes to entertainment, we break down:

• - The difference between DJ-only, DJ + sax, and full bands
  - What costs come with each (hint: more people = more logistics)
  - Why your vibe really matters when choosing who plays the tunes
  - The reality of sourcing great talent in Bali (and why we stick with our faves)

  
  

We also give you a sneak peek at what’s next in our planning process: → Step 2: Catering → Step 3: Styling & Décor → Step 4: Stationery & Formalities

If you’re planning a Bali wedding and want to build your dream vendor team without blowing your budget or leaving it too late, this episode is packed with gold.

Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam

www.balibrides.com.au

🎙 Episode 9: Welcome to 2025!

Bali Brides Unveiled – with Tristan & BrittaWe're back, it's 2025, and wow—what a start to the year. In this episode, Tristan and Britta get comfy on the couch and spill everything from wild weather to wedding wins (and a few near-disasters).🛋️ Kick off your heels, pour a glass, and catch up on:Our first weddings of the season (including Britta's big one at Puri Temple Hill!)- The torrential rain + last-minute client panic- Why planning ahead is our love language 💻- Tristan's unexpected hospital stint and why having a rockstar team makes all the difference- How organised we actually are behind the scenes- A big shoutout to our queen Steph, the spreadsheet whisperer 👑PLUS: We're officially launching our new planning platform AND our DIY Bali Wedding Course! Perfect for couples planning their own day but not sure where to start—we’ve got you 💕We also dive into: 💐 Florist vs. Stylist – what’s the difference and why we’re obsessed with both this year 🙅‍♀️ The risks of booking dodgy suppliers who don’t “do weddings” ⚡ Why having pros makes all the difference when Bali throws curveballsTristan Moy - @tristanbalibridesBritta Petersen - @britta_balibridesBali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteamwww.balibrides.com.au

In this special Unveiled by Bali Brides episode, we bring together our entire planning team, including our amazing wedding butler, to reflect on an incredible year filled with over 100 stunning weddings. Join us as we share our favourite moments, discuss why having a planner is essential, and give you a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most stressful and memorable events of the year. From unexpected challenges to heartwarming successes, we’re wrapping up the year with stories, insights, and a lot of laughter.

• Meet the Team: Get to know all of our planners and the role of our incredible wedding butler.

• Fave Moments: The team shares their most unforgettable highlights from the past year.

• Why You Need a Planner: Insights into how we make your big day stress-free and unforgettable.

• Behind the Scenes: Hear about things that went wrong and how we handled them.

• Most Stressful Moments: We reflect on the challenges we faced and overcame this year.

• Top Weddings of the Year: A look at some of the most remarkable celebrations we’ve planned.

• Reflecting on a Milestone: Celebrating a year of over 100 weddings and what it means to us.

• Tune in for an honest, heartfelt, and entertaining recap of an unforgettable year in wedding planning!

  
  

  Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides

  Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides

  Bali Brides: @balibridesau , @balibridesteam

  www.balibrides.com.au