Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Event & Travel Planning Partner in Culver City
Moondance Events & Travel has been crafting exceptional event experiences for nearly 25 years, serving clients across Southern California and beyond. Our approach combines deep listening with creative execution, ensuring each event reflects the client's unique vision while maintaining timeless principles of customer service. As a boutique company based in Culver City, we leverage our cinematic heritage to deliver memorable events and travel experiences.Our expertise spans social, corporate, and charity events, complemented by our status as a licensed travel agency specializing in wellness and corporate retreats. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, we handle every detail from inception to completion, ensuring seamless execution for our clients.
Services
Event Planning
Destination Weddings
Corporate Events
Wellness Retreats
Travel Management
Entertainment Production
Venue Selection
Vendor Coordination
Sustainable Events
Honeymoon Planning
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in event and travel planning
- Boutique approach with personalized service
- Integrated event and travel management capabilities
- Eco-friendly and sustainable event practices
- Proven expertise with high-profile corporate and celebrity events
Associations and certifications
- Luxury Travel Network
- Virtuoso Travel Network
Services
Event Planning
Our comprehensive event planning services cover every detail from concept to execution. We specialize in creating personalized experiences for social, corporate, and charity events. Our team ensures seamless coordination of logistics, design, and vendor management to bring your vision to life while maintaining budget and timeline parameters.
Destination Weddings
We create unforgettable destination weddings tailored to your unique style and preferences. Our services include location scouting, vendor coordination, and cultural integration while ensuring compliance with local regulations. Our travel agency expertise simplifies logistics for both domestic and international celebrations with eco-conscious options available.
Wellness Retreats
Specialized planning for mindfulness and wellness retreats focusing on holistic experiences. We coordinate venues, activities, and accommodations that promote personal growth and well-being. Our expertise includes designing programs that integrate cultural immersion with wellness practices for both corporate and private groups.
Corporate Events
Comprehensive management of corporate events including conferences, product launches, and team-building experiences. We handle technical production, speaker coordination, and attendee logistics while maintaining brand consistency. Our Hollywood connections enhance entertainment and creative elements for memorable business gatherings.
Travel Management
As a licensed travel agency, we provide tailored travel solutions for individuals and groups. Our Virtuoso Network membership offers exclusive access to luxury accommodations and unique experiences. We specialize in eco-luxury travel, handling all logistics from transportation to accommodations with personalized attention to detail.
People
Benita Karroll
Founder/CEO
With over 25 years in event and travel industries, Benita brings unparalleled expertise from her work with major entertainment figures and political events. Her career spans talent booking at William Morris Agency, producing concerts for Elton John, and coordinating presidential events, culminating in founding Moondance Events & Travel.
Wendi Mirabella
COO/Fountainhead
Wendi contributes 20+ years of film production experience from major studios to event planning. As former Head of Film Development at IMAX, she brings cinematic storytelling to events. Her creative approach combines technical expertise with artistic vision to craft unique event experiences that reflect client personalities.
Questions
What types of events do you specialize in?
We handle all event types including weddings, corporate events, charity fundraisers, film premieres, and wellness retreats. Our expertise spans intimate gatherings to large-scale productions with both local and destination events.
Do you offer travel planning services?
Yes, we're a licensed travel agency specializing in luxury and wellness travel. We offer destination wedding coordination, corporate travel management, and curated retreat experiences through our Virtuoso Network membership.
How do you incorporate sustainability into events?
We implement eco-friendly practices including local vendor sourcing, digital invitations, reusable decor, and waste reduction strategies. Our green tech conferences and sustainable venue selections demonstrate our commitment to environmentally responsible event planning.
Can you handle international events?
Yes, our travel expertise and global vendor network enable seamless execution of international events. We manage all logistics including permits, transportation, and cultural considerations for destination weddings and corporate events worldwide.
What makes your wedding planning service unique?
Our integrated travel agency services allow complete coordination of destination weddings. We combine creative design with practical logistics, offering personalized experiences from beach ceremonies to luxury ballroom events with eco-conscious options available.
Do you work with corporate clients?
Yes, we've planned events for major entertainment companies, political campaigns, and corporate clients including product launches, conferences, and award shows. Our film industry experience enhances production quality for business events.
