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When I originally booked my venue, there was an event coordinator that came along with the venue - which is one of the main reasons why I booked it - so it included her planning assistance, vendor connections and DOC which really motivating me to book there. So after several months of working with the coordinator, I come to find out she got a better job & left the venue. No, they didnt bother to hire another coordinator they simply carried the tasks of weddings on to the Executive Chef!  I dont mind that; however, she's the chef - how is she suppose to carry her chef duties out the day of my wedding and the coordinator stuff - it has really got me worried!

Anyways, FH heard me mention DOC's and what they do & really liked the idea since he knows I think I am superwomen and can do everything on my own - however, there is only so much I can do & I am not going to rely on my family to carry through with several of the confirmation tasks, decor tasks, etc of that day.

Although I will bitch at my venue in the next meeting with them and tell them I dont want person to do the job of two different people I originally contracted for - however, I was considering a DOC if it's affordable.

 Anyone have any ideas how much DOC services cost? Any recommendations would also be appreciate in the South Florida area. Thanks!

Hi-

DOC prices varies depending on location. They can range from $350-2500 but typically $350-800 at the most, which is usually how much I would charge for just DOC services.

I would definitely recommend getting a DOC since the other one got a different job. You would think that the venue would provide you with another one to replace the one that left...which makes no sense to me. But just keep a back up plan of your own and hire one if that's what you want to do. Because you can never be too careful when it comes to your wedding....you want it to be stress-free and something that you don't have to worry about as far as details, set-ups and etc on your wedding day.

Also make sure you take your time and find the right one, ask all the questions you have in mind in order to find a planner who is the right fit for you (this is what I always tell brides). Hope this helps! I wish you all the best and congratulations!

Happy Planning!