Celebrations Event Planning

It is hard to even begin to say how amazing Geneene was during our wedding planning process, but I can say that without her our wedding would not have been the fantastic event it was! Our wedding was Sept. 27^th, 2014 in San Diego but I was in school and got engaged in 2011 so Geneene was a part of our lives for over 2 years and I can say she is an amazing planner. She listened to our ideas and really found places/​vendors that fit «us» and we chose from there. This really worked for us as we live in LA (not SD) and was in school so the time I gave to wedding planning had to be focused and concise and with Geneene it was just that! She is a great person, has A LOT of connections in the San Diego area and was able to add the most personalized and unique aspects to our wedding that us and our guests will never forget.
Bottom line — she’s amazing. Book her now! :)

And here’s the post-​wedding update!
Geneene went above and beyond throughout the whole process. She was so easy to communicate with — always prompt with responding to emails and returning phone calls. She was also very trustworthy — I could tell that she was understanding my «vision,» if you will, of how I wanted the wedding to look and the vibe we wanted to give off. The vendors she recommended were top notch.
We did end up spending more money than we originally wanted to; that was because I kept on adding extras and little touches (it’s hard not to!). All the vendors she recommended were able to stay within our budget.
I couldn’t have asked for a better person to work with or a better wedding week! Thank you Geneene! :)

Our family decided to use Geneene at Celebrations Event Planning because we have been to weddings she has done. My daughter has always said that Geneene, a family friend, will be in charge of my wedding.
When you are on a budget (who isn’t) — use a great planner! I never would have thought that true but, now, having been through this 16 month process I know it is TRUE. Whatever fee you pay the planner will be more than saved through a great planners incredible connections and expertise. Geneene is a great planner. Her years of experience means that she will think of everything, there are less worries for the bride and others. Geneene took the organization stress from us, leaving us to enjoy the process.
The day of the wedding Geneene took all the worrying, organizing, staff direction, vendor issues, all the concerns, so that the rest of us could just show up and enjoy the wonderful wedding that had been put together by her hands.
You can to better than Geneene Thornton and Celebrations Event Planning.

I can’t say enough about Geneene and Celebrations Event Planning! I got married last week in Encinitas and hired Geneene just a couple of months before the wedding for her «week of» coordination services. Not only did Geneene handle every little detail the day of the wedding (which allowed me to be completely stress-​free), she helped me so much in the weeks prior to he wedding by providing great referrals, finalizing all vendor contracts, and organizing the timelines for the wedding day. Geneene is extremely detail oriented, professional, and experienced. She has a caring and genuine spirit, which made her a joy to work with. I couldn’t imagine planning my wedding without her!

My wife and I are celebrating our 2^nd wedding anniversary it’s only just a month away. I think about my life with my wife my and our amazing wedding we had on August 13^th 2011. Wow, what a day to remember. But that day wouldn’t have been as successful as it was if it weren’t for our wedding planner Geneene Thornton at Celebration Event Planning. We found her through a cake tasting wedding events. My wife and I were shopping around for a wedding planner because we were on wits end on making initial and final decisions for our wedding. But that day when we met Geneene Thorton we knew right from the start from the initial hello that we found our wedding planner. Geneene is definitely a vibrant people person. Before discussing anything about our wedding ideas she first wanted to know about my fiancé and me. I think to get a better idea on who we were as individuals and to make sure our wedding together was best suited for my wife and I. Geneene is so easy to talk to and she had so many awesome wedding ideas, I mean what do you expect from a veteran wedding planner of over 20 years experience, she even gave us the idea of doing a Sand Ceremony, which was a huge highlight to our wedding. Many of our guest had never seen a Sand Ceremony before but they definitely enjoyed themselves watching us do it. Geneene was a godsend to us she always knew the right things to say to keep my wife and I planted on earth and not to fill our minds and hearts with empty promises. she would not recommend things to us that we’re not attainable, but to make sure our wedding fit our buget. Geneene Thorton was there every step of the way from beginning to end, not just the day off. We could call, e-​mail or text her at almost anytime of the day. She was a wedding planner who cares and isn’t just after your business, she’s both professional and down to earth. So, if you’re planning a wedding or event and need some help, please contact Geneene Thorton at Celebration Event Planning because she was the glue and the hammer on making sure my wife and I had our dream wedding. my wife and i owe the success of our wedding to her. Thanks again Geneene!

The biggest reason that we went with Geneene was that you just can’t beat her experience. Not only has she done so many weddings over so many years, but she is known all over San Diego for having an amazing reputation. Almost every vendor that we met with had worked with Geneene in the past, and the great thing about having Geneene on your side is that she knows which vendors to avoid, as well as which ones will work well with your wishes, tastes, and budget. She was a delight to work with, and we were honored to have her be so devoted to helping us in every way; she truly became a friend, as is apparent in the attached photo. I can tell you that how ever you heard about Geneene, consider yourself lucky, because it’s just a no brainer to choose her as your planner; I’d be crazy not to give you the highest recommendation I can!

My husband and I recently had a baby which was an amazing day for me. It made me remember what a wonderful day I had on my wedding day, and that was all because of Geneene. I had an idea of what I wanted but never in any of my dreams could I have envisioned what was brought to life on my wedding day. Geneene was kind, attentive, and VERY hard working throughout the process. She helped make every detail just supreme! She was helpful especially at my most stressfull times. She was a friend to me and still is. Thank you very much! I wouldn’t have created such fond memories if it weren’t for you…

As the Mother of the Bride who was planning a wedding for my daughter who was completing her overwhelming workload of schoolwork, Geneene Thurnton crossed my path when I was not looking. Geneene proved to a be a gem. It can be very stressful when your only daughter is getting married and you want everything perfect. Geneene just relieved all of the stress. She brings professionalism and a great sense of humor, which I personally loved! During the most stressful situations, and believe there were, she more than steps up to the challenge and they simply are just taken care of. If you are thinking of a hiring Geneene, just do it. And Maureen is her assistant who is awesome as well. Cheers!

Geneene does the best job. Every detail is done. I didn’t feel stressed at all planning my wedding. She has so much experience in event planning, and it shows. I would recommend her and her team to all my friends getting married.