top of page
-
Can you give speeches in multiple languages? Which languages do you speak?I speak fluent German, English, Spanish; I also speak Italian, Dutch, Hungarian and French. I also offer my ceremonies bilingually - or in combination with several languages - because I love languages and I love cultural diversity!
-
How long have you been working as a wedding speaker on Mallorca?For 10 years. On my website you will find over 100 references from happy customers - I am particularly proud and very grateful for this. Watch video answer
-
What did you do professionally before you became a wedding speaker?I started my career as a ballet dancer, then I studied opera singing and worked as an opera singer. I have also worked as a videographer in various opera houses in Germany.
-
How many years have you lived on Mallorca? Are you at home here?I have been living on the island for 18 years and feel at home here.
-
From which countries and nations have your couples come so far?Europe: Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Great Britain, Ireland, France, Italy, Spain of course, Portugal, The Netherlands, Luxemburg, Denmark, Sweden Norway, Finland, Chech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Ukraine! Then Asia: Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, China, Singapur, Vietnam. Also: USA, Canada, South America, and even Australia and New Zealand! Watch video here
-
How would you describe your style?I would say that my ceremonies are always warm, cheerful and authentic. It's okay to laugh and to shed the odd tear during a ceremony, but basically I think it's important to always show respect for the importance of the moment. Watch video answer
-
What was your first ceremony?That was my father's funeral service. He had asked me to do it before he died. That was in 2011.
-
What do you do to relax and prepare before a wedding?I do sport and yoga every day to keep fit. I also enjoy going for walks with my dog.
-
Are you LGTB friendly?Absolutely! I practically grew up in theatre and ballet; in theatre it's completely normal to be gay or lesbian, and that's how I grew up. The world is colourful, and that's nice. Love is love, and everyone is welcome here!
-
Where was your first wedding ceremony?My first wedding ceremony took place in one of Mallorca's dream locations, Son Marroig.
-
Are there still reservations about female wedding speakers?Unfortunately, yes, some couples still prefer a male speaker. The decision in favour of a speaker should be independent of gender and sexual orientation.
-
Where does your surname come from? Where do you come from?My surname is Hungarian. My mother is Hungarian, my father was German. I grew up in Germany, studied in the Netherlands, lived in London and have been on Mallorca for 18 years.
-
Why is your email address claudia.tanzania? Do you have something to do with Africa?I was in Tanzania for a while in 2005 and the idea of founding an NGO developed from this, which I did with friends in London after the trip. It's called ‘You Touch Africa’ and it's still working fantastically. We work hand in hand with local projects and organisations. https://youtube.com/shorts/3dMoOz5QKmw?si=xlwlGHqWc7Eb8UnG Watch this answer as video version
-
Do you think that Corona or the Ukraine war changed the wedding world for the worse?No, rather in a positive way; people want to celebrate love together more than ever. Love conquers all!
-
How did you become a wedding speaker?I initially worked as a gallery director on Mallorca and hosted vernissages. That's when my friend and wedding planner Simone Lehr, who is now known on Mallorca as ‘mallorca princess’, discovered me and said: ‘Claudia, you have to become a wedding celebrant!’ Watch video answer
-
You also organise funeral services. Isn't that stressful for you?Not at all. I think it's very important to say goodbye properly. And I'm very happy to help with that. It makes me happy when the tears eventually turn into smiles - and the mourners are able to see the light at the end of the tunnel of grief again. That is love. Love is light. Love can heal us.
-
How has the wedding world changed in the last 10 years?In the beginning, the wedding world was like a family, people knew each other. Nowadays, so many new competitors come onto the market every season that you lose track - I think this also makes it more difficult for customers to choose their service providers. Nowadays, almost everything is done via social media; 10 years ago, people went more by recommendation.
bottom of page