My Story
A childhood dream, a determined heart, and a journey shaped by love and belief.
My story didn’t begin with a wedding—it began with a movie.
When I watched The Wedding Planner (yes, the one with Jennifer Lopez in 2001), I saw my future. Not as the bride, but as the person standing behind the scenes—calm, caring, making sure every moment was perfect. From that moment, I dreamed of helping couples create the most beautiful day of their lives.
But the path wasn’t easy.
There were no wedding planning courses at the time, and I didn’t have a hotel management degree. The doors didn’t open easily. But I held onto the dream in my heart. And I never gave up.
In January 2013, I finally stepped into the world of weddings. I began as a Sales Coordinator at Santhiya Resort & Spa in Koh Pha Ngan. From there, my journey led me to dream destinations, working with Bo Phut Resort and Spa, Angsana Laguna Phuket, InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, and Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas.
More than a decade later, I’ve been honored to help so many incredible couples from around the world bring their love stories to life in Thailand. But no matter how many weddings I’ve done, one moment always brings tears to my eyes:
Watching the bride walk down the aisle.
That breathless pause. That deep emotion. That once-in-a-lifetime feeling.
It reminds me why I do what I do and why I always will.
Along the way, I’ve had the privilege to plan weddings for LGBTQ+ couples, intercultural and interfaith ceremonies, and destination events filled with diverse traditions and styles. I’ve worked hand-in-hand with hotels, florists, decorators, chefs, photographers, and every type of vendor—turning each vision into reality. My experience allows me to guide couples through every detail seamlessly, creating a celebration that feels effortless and entirely yours.
And now, this journey has led me here to Wedded Away.




Ms. Natthaya Pakphiandee
Founder
Weddings with Heart. Stories That Stay.
Wedded Away was born from a dream and built with heart.
After over a decade in the luxury wedding world, I created this brand not just to plan weddings, but to walk beside each couple as a true friend, someone who listens deeply, understands personally, and celebrates every unique detail of your love.
This is not just about timelines and table settings. It’s about connection.
It’s about making you feel supported, heard, and excited from day one to “I do.”
Because no two love stories are the same and your wedding should reflect exactly who you are. Whether you’re celebrating love across cultures, across oceans, or across boundaries, I bring experience and sensitivity to make your wedding inclusive, respectful, and beautifully personal. With trusted relationships across Thailand’s top hotels and creative teams, I handle every detail with care so you can focus on love.
At Wedded Away, you will find genuine care, heartfelt creativity, and a commitment to making your wedding experience not only beautiful, but deeply meaningful.
This is my promise:
To give you not just a planner, but a partner. Not just a wedding day, but a story you will remember for life.
We are here! Let’s create something extraordinary as unique as you.
My Story
A childhood dream, a determined heart, and a journey shaped by love and belief.
My story didn’t begin with a wedding—it began with a movie.
When I watched The Wedding Planner (yes, the one with Jennifer Lopez in 2001), I saw my future. Not as the bride, but as the person standing behind the scenes—calm, caring, making sure every moment was perfect. From that moment, I dreamed of helping couples create the most beautiful day of their lives.
But the path wasn’t easy.
There were no wedding planning courses at the time, and I didn’t have a hotel management degree. The doors didn’t open easily. But I held onto the dream in my heart. And I never gave up.
In January 2013, I finally stepped into the world of weddings. I began as a Sales Coordinator at Santhiya Resort & Spa in Koh Pha Ngan. From there, my journey led me to dream destinations, working with Bo Phut Resort and Spa, Angsana Laguna Phuket, InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, and Anantara KohYa Yai Resort an Vilas
More than a decade later, I’ve been honored to help so many incredible couples from around the world bring their love stories to life in Thailand. But no matter how many weddings I’ve done, one moment always brings tears to my eyes:
Watching the bride walk down the aisle.
That breathless pause. That deep emotion. That once-in-a-lifetime feeling.
It reminds me why I do what I do—and why I always will.
Along the way, I’ve had the privilege to plan weddings for LGBTQ+ couples, intercultural and interfaith ceremonies, and destination events filled with diverse traditions and styles. I’ve worked hand-in-hand with hotels, florists, decorators, chefs, photographers, and every type of vendor—turning each vision into reality. My experience allows me to guide couples through every detail seamlessly, creating a celebration that feels effortless and entirely yours.
And now, this journey has led me here—to Wedded Away.
Peter Manha
Founder
Ready to Plan the Wedding of Your Dreams?
I’m just one message away from making it happen.
MISSION
To craft memorable and meaningful weddings abroad by blending romantic storytelling with high-end service, cultural sensitivity and personal passion.
VISION
To be the go-to destination wedding planning brand in Thailand, known for luxury, warmth, and soulfully curated experiences.
CORE VALUES

Authenticity

Precision

Warmth

Helpfulness

Passion
