GET MARRIED IN PORTUGAL

Location Scouting in Portugal

FIND THE VENUE THAT TRULY FITS YOU. 

Olá!

Dreaming of saying yes in the sun, but still without the right venue?

Instead of spending hours on Instagram, in blogs or on Google, you benefit from my personal network and my experience on the ground. I know the regions, the venues and the people behind them, and I find places that truly suit your style, your guests and your budget.

Together we check whether a venue really works. Does it fit your budget? Is it easy to reach? Does it create the right atmosphere for your guests? And does it give you the backdrop for the photos and memories you have in mind?

Thanks to my network, you get transparent terms without hidden surcharges. You pay a fixed fee for my venue scouting service and receive independent recommendations.

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Based in Porto & Hamburg
Consulting
INDIVIDUAL RECOMMENDATIONS

What really matters in your search

A venue has to do more than look good in photos. It has to fit your budget, your guests, your plans and you!

Reality Check

I assess atmosphere, ambience, flexibility, photo spots, size, accessibility and the details you won't find on any website.

Budget Check

I show you which costs and requirements come with each venue, so you can see early whether it fits your overall wedding budget.

Personal Selection

Style, guest count, requirements and priorities shape every recommendation. You don't receive a random list, but a curated selection.

 

LANGUAGES: GERMAN + PORTUGUESE + ENGLISH

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8+ YEARS OF EVENT MANAGEMENT/ PERSONALLY VETTED VENUES

Based in Hamburg & Porto -

LANGUAGES: GERMAN + PORTUGUESE + ENGLISH / 8+ YEARS OF EVENT MANAGEMENT/ PERSONALLY VETTED VENUES Based in Hamburg & Porto -

Why Couples Choose CASOU

Personal Network

I know the regions, venues and contacts personally. You benefit from real local knowledge and recommendations that go far beyond online research.

Independent Recommendations

I only recommend venues that truly suit you, your style and your budget. My selection is guided by your wishes.

Curated Selection

Every recommendation is tailored to your style, your guests and your budget. Instead of hundreds of options, you get a selection that truly fits you.

Consulting

Clear communication, reliable organisation and a personal touch. Wherever you’re based, I make planning your wedding in Portugal simple, transparent and relaxed..

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ALGARVE

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Douro Valley

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Lisbon

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PORTO

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sintra

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ALENTEJO

Portugal has many faces. Which one suits you?

From the vineyards of the Douro Valley to the coast of Porto and the rice fields of the Alentejo, every region has its own charm. Together we find the place where your story begins.

How Our Collaboration Works

01

Getting to Know Each Other

In an introductory call, we get to know each other and talk about your wishes and what the perfect venue needs to offer.

02

Defining Your Wishes

Together we define the style, atmosphere and key details for your venue. The clearer the picture, the more targeted my search can be.

03

Selecting Venues

I research suitable venues and check availability. You benefit from my local knowledge and my network in Portugal.

04

Venue Report

You receive a curated selection of venues with a Venue Report that includes all key information, my personal recommendations and the pros and cons of each venue.

05

Your Venue

If you wish, I join you for the site visits and help you find the venue that truly feels right.

 

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Olá! I´m Carla.

PORTUGUESE WARMTH MEETS GERMAN RELIABILITY

I’m the daughter of Portuguese parents, grew up bilingual in Germany and travel regularly between Hamburg and Porto. My experience and language skills let me support couples who want to marry in Portugal. I only recommend venues I know personally, so you get fair, transparent offers you can rely on.

MY GOAL: TO SAVE YOU TIME, STRESS AND FINANCIAL UNCERTAINTY.

What You Get From Me

✓

Vetted Venues

A personal shortlist of about 3 venues, matched to your style, guest count and budget. Instead of hundreds of results, only the places that genuinely come into question.

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Reality Check

Atmosphere, accessibility and photo spots for each venue, with pros and cons in a detailed Venue Report. You see the drawbacks and hidden costs before you decide.

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Support Through Booking

Once you've found your favourite, I advise you on the booking steps and contract details, so you can focus fully on the rest of your wedding planning.

Vamos Juntos!

FAQs

  • Pinterest, Instagram or AI tools are great for collecting inspiration. But they don’t know you or the local situation, and your choice of venue shapes the entire planning. I’ll save you from the fine print and share information you will never get from an AI search.

  • Yes. Our experience and targeted research save you hours of searching across different platforms. Instead of countless unsuitable suggestions, you only see venues that match your wishes and budget. That saves time and helps you avoid wrong decisions and unnecessary visits.

  • Yes. Alongside well-known venues, we research special and unusual places that suit your style. Our goal is to suggest venues that make your wedding unique. On request, I also share tips on exceptional spots and viewpoints that make your stay in Portugal unforgettable.

  • Then we keep looking together. Our aim is for you to feel completely at home at your venue. That’s why we stay in touch, look at what matters most to you and refine the search

  • The search doesn’t start with venues, it starts with you. First I want to understand how you picture your wedding. Do you love the sea, vineyards or a historic quinta? Are you celebrating with 20 or 200 guests? Only then do I start searching, so you get venues where I really think: this could be perfect for you.

  • My location scouting is for couples who plan to marry in Portugal but want support finding the right venue. It’s especially helpful if you have little time, don’t know Portugal well yet, or would rather have a personal recommendation than endless online research.

  • After our introductory call, which is free of charge, I research suitable venues based on your wishes. You receive a curated selection with a detailed Venue Report: style, capacity, special features, pros and cons and my personal assessment. I also support you with contacting venues and contract management, and advise you while you decide.

  • Every recommendation is tailored to your wishes, your style, your budget and your ideas. My goal isn’t to show you 100 options, but exactly the places where you think: this is where we want to get married!

WE FIND YOUR VENUE IN PORTUGAL

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