J2R Events Inc - Glenview, Illinois

Sanchita A.

We had our wedding in August 2024 and signed Rumi as our head planner in July 2023! We only have positive things to say about her and our experience with the J2r teams. From vendor selection, to venues, to food tasting and decor design sessions. Rumi was there with us every single step away. She had meetings with us on a weekly basis and was great with our parents who joined all meetings!! She was so insightful and had the best advice through the entire process and always had the best recommendations based on our taste!! She really took the stress out of wedding planning and took the burden on herself. The week of the wedding was incredible. Our families were able to be in the moment and had the best time because she took over and ran the events with her team !! Tarak and Jiya really took care of us - Rumi and the team made sure we ate and tried all the food, helped me go to the bathroom in my dress, fixed my makeup, put my veil on, held my lip gloss and jewelry, made sure we got all the pictures, made sure all family members were in the right place and having fun, made sure we got to dance ! Because of them we had so much fun at every single event! I truly can’t thank them enough!! Our wedding would not have been possible without them

Sunny S.

Working with Jalpa as our lead planner was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From our very first meeting to the big day and various wedding events, she brought a high level of professionalism, creativity, and care that exceeded all our expectations.

Our wedding was a traditional Gujarati celebration, and Jalpa truly went above and beyond to ensure every cultural detail was honored and seamlessly executed. Whether it was coordinating the intricate ceremonies, managing the tight timelines, or balancing the needs of multiple vendors, Jalpa and J2R handled everything with such grace and precision.

What stood out the most was her ability to turn our vision into reality. The decor was stunning, the logistics were flawless, and the energy throughout the weekend was joyful and stress-free—all thanks to Jalpa and the incredible team. One thing about Jalpa we loved was she was always a step ahead, offering solutions before we even realized we needed them.

We received so many compliments from our family members and guests about how well-organized and beautiful the wedding was, and we owe it all to Jalpa. If you’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, creative, and genuinely passionate about making your wedding unforgettable, look no further! Everyone needs a Jalpa in their life!

Thank you, Jalpa and J2R, for giving us the wedding of our dreams. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Tom A. S. S.

Working with Rumi and her team was an incredible experience! She was organized, prepared, and so kind. She was also very fun to work with where at times we forgot she was our planner and felt more like a good friend and part of the bridal party haha! Her positive attitude and execution made our wedding experience so much better. Thank you for everything, J2R❤️

Ruby P.

Jalpa is absolutely amazing! From the start of the wedding planning process to the final moments of our big day, she went above and beyond to make everything seamless. Indian weddings are no small feat, and Jalpa handled every detail with such ease and professionalism.

Everyone raved about how organized and on-time the wedding was, and it’s all thanks to her meticulous planning. She made what could have been a stressful experience feel effortless and enjoyable.

On the wedding day, Jalpa truly outdid herself. From ensuring we were well-fed to making sure our outfits were perfect, she was there for us every step of the way. It was wonderful working with Jalpa, and we’re so grateful for her dedication and expertise. If you’re looking for someone who will make your wedding dreams a reality, Jalpa is the one to call!

Kara K.

We hired J2R Events for full-service planning for our August 2024, and we worked with Jalpa as our lead planner. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner! Throughout our wedding weekend, she was an absolute rock star. From keeping everything on time to making sure everyone was in place, she ensured the entire event went off without a hitch. Her attention to detail and ability to anticipate our needs made all the difference. We got so many compliments from guests about how well things went and how every detail was thought through.

She was incredibly supportive of my us, especially during such an important moment in our lives. Not only did she manage the logistics flawlessly, but she also went the extra mile, literally—driving us to different destinations to make sure we stayed on schedule.

One of the standout qualities was how gracefully she handled the family dynamics. She approached everything with such care and professionalism, making sure everyone felt comfortable and included. It truly helped keep the atmosphere calm and enjoyable.

If you're looking for someone who can balance logistics and bringing your vision to reality as well as thoughtful care, we highly recommend J2R Events!

Vivek K.

Simply put – Jalpa and her team at Journey to Remember Events were the best wedding planners we could’ve asked for. From the beginning, Jalpa’s genuine effort to connect with us on a personal level stood out to us. She quickly became not just our wedding planner, but also a friend. Her attention to detail, unwavering support and ability to alleviate stress made our wedding weekend flawless.

Jalpa’s expertise and passion shines in every aspect of her work. She took the time to understand our vision for the wedding, consulted with our parents to know their priorities and suggested vendors who would bring it all to life. She facilitated discussions with our vendors, negotiated the price, advised us on décor, helped manage the budget and coordinated all of the logistics. With an extensive network of vendors at her disposal, she effortlessly fulfilled even our last-minute requests. For example - we casually told her we wanted a live painter 1 week before our wedding, and she had one secured by the end of the day. We were constantly amazed by Jalpa’s dedication and resourcefulness. Whenever we called her feeling overwhelmed or stressed, she was there to lift the burden and ensure that everything will run smoothly.

Her husband, Mitul, and J2R co-founder, Rumi, also helped during our wedding weekend making it truly unforgettable. We were able to focus on our friends, family and each other because we knew that J2R had everything else taken care of.

If you are looking for a wedding planner to bring your dream to reality, look no further than Journey to Remember Events! Their dedication, professionalism and passion will exceed your expectations. With the experience Jalpa and her team have under their belt, you are definitely in safe hands add can enjoy every step of the process. We can’t recommend them enough!

Punit M.

Jalpa is an amazing wedding planner! She was with us the whole way and reassured us throughout the whole process. She is very organized and very thoughtful and her team on the wedding day were amazing. She is very on top of everything and communicates with all vendors very well. Our entire wedding weekend ran so smoothly and me and my wife were tension free because her amazing coordination and planning. She also has great understanding of different Indian cultures as my wife is South Indian and I am Gujarati, we told her that we wanted our wedding to be a representation of both cultures and she ensured both sides were represented in a respectful and beautiful way. She understood that me and wife both being in medical field had very busy schedules and made sure we stayed on track in terms of wedding planning. I highly recommend Jalpa and J2R Events for anybody looking to hire a wedding planner. I can confirm that she is a wonderful planner and she will make sure that your wedding turns out more amazing than you can imagine.

Forum P.

Rumi was our lead wedding planner for our destination wedding in Cabo in December 2023. She was an absolute joy to work with, meticulous and efficient in her work, and endlessly committed to making our wedding week a success.

Our first meeting with Rumi was about 15 months before our wedding. Rumi was so warm, welcoming and kind. She was honest and laid out exactly what we needed to know in regards to timelines for planning, budget and cost, vendor selection, etc. She spent time learning about our dream vision, our likes/dislikes, the things that were non-negotiably important to us and our families. We could see immediately that she was going to put her heart and soul into all that she was going to do. More importantly, it was immediately evident to us that she LOVES what she does and truly enjoys the process of helping couples achieve their special day.

Rumi helped us select our vendors (which was a huge relief). She did thorough research, offered us the best budget friendly options and asked questions to the vendors that we wouldn’t have otherwise thought to ask but was ultimately important to know. Even though she and her team handle multiple weddings at a time, it felt like she was only there for us. She kept us on track in terms of timeline and we felt ahead of the game the entire time which was a GIANT relief. Never once did we feel behind or rushed in our planning process. The last month leading up to the wedding, she met with us weekly over zoom to put all the final details together, planned meetings with all our vendors to meet together, and even talked to each of our families separately and then together to iron out all the timelines of wedding week.

Before we knew it, wedding week was upon us. rumi flew in the same day we did and immediately got to work meeting with all the vendors in person, finalizing decor, coordinating with our on site resort team, and helping prepare welcome bags, doing final walk throughs etc. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. As is expected in an indian wedding, there were of course last minute changes requested by our family members and family stress and anxiety but Rumi triaged everything and handled it so well. It was also here that we met the remainder of the J2R Team: Tarak Shah and Jalpa Patel. We had just met but felt like we had known them for years. They were so enthusiastic and looked after us so well the entire week. Together the entire J2R team was a cohesive and seamless unit, extremely efficient and communicated with each other flawlessly.

Rumi was patient with our families, did walk throughs with them the night before the events were starting to allow them to ask any questions, showed them utmost respect, incorporated their last minute suggestions/desires and most importantly, did this all without letting the stress of it reach the bride and groom. She made sure the older family members had Indian food to eat at the resort, she ensured that food was sent to both the bride and groom as we were getting ready, made all of our guests feel so comfortable and most importantly for an indian wedding, ensured thar EVERYTHING ran on time. We were amazed at how she did this, never once missing a beat and always with a smile, completely calm under pressure. On wedding day itself, Rumi, Tarak and Jalpa’s communication was meticulous and our entire wedding was a success because of them.

We could go on forever about how amazing Rumi is and all the details that she handled so perfectly but if you really want to know for yourself, hire her as your wedding planner. It was the first and best decision we made during our planning process. We have and will continue to refer her to our family and friends for their future events. Through it all, she became a friend and confidant and we can’t wait to see her again and catch up about life!

Thank you Rumi and all of J2R for bringing our dream wedding to life.

R&F