{"id":29007,"date":"2026-06-12T16:25:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T20:25:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/capcana.com\/?p=29007"},"modified":"2026-06-15T15:38:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T19:38:10","slug":"claire-duran-experience-is-the-new-luxury-and-cap-cana-understands-it-perfectly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/capcana.com\/es\/claire-duran-experience-is-the-new-luxury-and-cap-cana-understands-it-perfectly\/","title":{"rendered":"Claire Dur\u00e1n: \u201cExperience is the new luxury, and Cap Cana understands it perfectly\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

Renowned for producing some of the region\u2019s most exclusive destination weddings, Claire Dur\u00e1n has seen her work featured in international publications including\u00a0Vogue, Brides, Martha Stewart Wedding<\/em>s, Style Me Pretty <\/em>and so many more. <\/em>Following the recent wedding of Natasha Quijano and Marco Monticciolo in Cap Cana, we spoke with the celebrated wedding and event planner about the evolution of luxury, emerging destination wedding trends, and the reasons why Cap Cana continues to attract couples from around the world.<\/p>\n

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Claire Dur\u00e1n<\/em>. Photo: Aldry Joel<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Weddings in Cap Cana<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Luxury weddings in Cap Cana have evolved far beyond visual spectacle. Today\u2019s couples are looking for authentic, personalized celebrations capable of turning an entire weekend into an unforgettable memory for their guests.<\/p>\n

That shift has fueled the rise of destinations that offer much more than beautiful scenery. With world-class hotels, diverse event venues, international accessibility, and infrastructure designed for multi-day celebrations, Cap Cana has established itself as one of the Caribbean\u2019s leading destinations for luxury weddings and destination celebrations.<\/p>\n

Recently, the destination served as the backdrop for the wedding of Natasha Quijano<\/a> and Marco Monticciolo, a celebration that combined the Cap Cana Chapel with a reception at Punta Espada alongside the newly opened St. Regis Cap Cana. Behind the design and production was Claire Dur\u00e1n<\/a>, founder of Claire Duran Weddings & Events, who shared her perspective on the future of luxury weddings, the role of hospitality in creating memorable celebrations, and the qualities that continue to position Cap Cana among the most desirable wedding destinations.<\/p>\n

Beyond the celebration itself, the wedding also highlighted the strength of the Dominican Republic\u2019s event industry. While Claire Dur\u00e1n<\/a> works with an international clientele, her team is largely composed of Dominican professionals, as were many of the vendors involved in the production. From floral design and logistics to catering, operations, and event execution, the celebration brought together dozens of local specialists who contribute to positioning both the Dominican Republic and Cap Cana within the competitive global luxury wedding market.<\/p>\n

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Photos: Ariel Noboa<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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How luxury weddings are designed here<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Every wedding has a story behind it. When a couple first comes to you, what do you need to understand about them before designing their celebration?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The first thing we need to understand is who they are. Today, Instagram and Pinterest algorithms show the same content to millions of people, so many brides arrive with very similar inspiration boards. Those images are simply one variable among many.<\/p>\n

Our real job is getting to know them as individuals and as a couple, understanding their preferences, their families, and their personalities. From there, we create a concept entirely from scratch.<\/p>\n

One thing we make clear from the beginning is that we never replicate inspiration exactly as it is presented to us, no matter how beautiful it may be. We also avoid repeating ourselves. Even when couples show us weddings we have previously designed, we prefer to rediscover each couple and keep that creative flow alive.<\/p>\n

Natasha Quijano and Marco Monticciolo\u2019s wedding brought together some of Cap Cana\u2019s most iconic venues. What made St. Regis Cap Cana and Punta Espada the ideal settings for this celebration?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The opening of St. Regis Cap Cana<\/a> was exciting for us because, beyond offering spectacular event spaces, it is a brand that aligns perfectly with our clients\u2019 expectations.<\/p>\n

That allows us not only to work in beautiful settings but also to ensure the level of hospitality that accompanies the entire experience. A destination wedding is never just about the event itself. We are inviting hundreds of people to spend a weekend in the Dominican Republic, so we must care for every aspect of their stay.<\/p>\n

The venues are also incredibly versatile. They provide a beautiful blank canvas for creating unique and highly personalized concepts.<\/p>\n