Everything You Need to Know When Planning a Destination Wedding

1. Choose a Location

Choose a Location
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When you have a destination wedding you get so many varieties of locations in your mind. Selecting a location one should consider that it has to be safe and have all of the resources one needs. The particular location also has to fit into the budget and also the kind of wedding you want to have. The location of a destination wedding is very much important as the more beautiful the location the more the guests will enjoy it.

 

2. Hire a Professional

Hire a Professional
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A planner not only sorts all the related issues but also foresees and prevents them. Search for a planner that specializes in destination weddings. Hiring a wedding planner will help to guide you and support you at every step of the way, they will assist with full-time. There will be no need to spend hours on calls for arranging everything and also you would not have to face a language barrier or make executive decisions from miles away. They will help you select locations, venues, and vendors and also make sure that your guests are settled and comfortable. Having a professional will turn out everything the way you want.

 

3. Visit in Advance

Visit in Advance
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It’s highly recommended that you must visit your venue once before booking, and at least twice or thrice before your wedding. This will help you to understand the wedding to finalize the details. One should feel what your guests will feel and experience. If it is not possible for a second trip,  arrive at least five days early to make those last moment arrangements and decisions. All the invited guests shouldn’t be uncomfortable at any point in time.

 

4. Meet Your Vendors

Meet Your Vendors
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It is very important and should be done prior to setting up meetings with better-known rental companies, florists, or say, local vendors. The vendors must be well aware of all the surrounding area, and the things that will get at a lower price. This will definitely save a lot of money.

 

5. Dress According To The Location

Dress According To The Location
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Selecting the wedding dresses according to the location is a main factor as all the functions or ceremonies should look best. If your dress doesn’t suit the location then the following pictures will not come well. Also, remember to try the dresses before you go so that you can do adjustments if needed.

 

6. Consider Unexpected Expenses

Consider Unexpected Expenses
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It is said that a destination is budget-friendly, but this isn’t always the case. Make sure to include unexpected expenses in the budget. Some of them include shipping costs, non-vendor tips, baggage fees, airport transfers, shipping costs, or an extra party will definitely cost you.

 

7. Sending Save the Dates In Advance

Sending Save the Dates In Advance
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As you are planning for a wedding out of town or destination wedding. All the guests should be well aware of the dates and the location. So that they can get an idea and can book their tickets in advance. The inventions card should be sent at least 3 months prior to the wedding so that all the guests will get time to their arrangements accordingly. They should provide specific details like location or number of days as well.

 

8. Accommodation For Guests

Accommodation For Guests
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It is very important to have a thoughtful gesture to provide recommendations that satisfy a range of budgets. The guests should be given the utmost priority. Make sure to allocate rooms to guests on their arrival. Also, provide transportation and make them comfortable.