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About Destination Weddings

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Dreaming of saying your vows on an exotic tropical island? There is nothing more romantic than marrying barefoot on a beautiful beach in Hawaii. Or how about walking down the aisle in an Italian castle? European “I dos”? Yes please!

Destination weddings are an increasingly popular way to marry the one you love. Couples turn their nuptials into luxurious vacations for both themselves and the guests lucky enough to be able to be invited or even make the trip. The world is full of these posh locations, so for some couples, the only question is ‘where?’ Get out the map sweethearts; this will be a fun decision indeed.

Some affluent couples seek out the most luxurious, romantic and terrific locations on earth for their extravagant affairs. Even celebrities are on board, they’ve set the bar high, and we’re all dying to create our own movie star experience. Far flung locations include: beach resorts in Fiji, castles in Ireland or England, Bahamian beaches, or even a luxury hotel across the country. Exquisite resorts often have packages for wedding couples that include everything from the officiant to the post-wedding honeymoon activities. Obviously, these destination weddings can get quite costly. This is definitely part of the attraction for most couples. Since most guests won’t even be able to make the trip, they are able to keep the ceremony intimate. They want to say “I do” in high style and in front of those people closest to them. For this reason, with most destination weddings, the guest list is really quite small.

If the cost of this style of wedding is getting you down, don’t be discouraged. These days, destination weddings can also be a way to save money. The cost of a traditional wedding in a big city like Los Angeles or New York could very well start at around $40,000, while a ceremony on a beach in Mexico or the Caribbean is more likely to cost just $5,000 to $8,000. Perhaps the most ideal mixture of both posh and affordable locations is Las Vegas. Pretty much anything is possible in this bustling city. You can marry in a luxurious hotel or a quaint drive-through chapel. And since this city is reachable from anywhere, your family will find it easy to join you. More guests will be able to make it to one of these lower priced destination weddings and can also enjoy the vacation. Happy travels!

Perfect Destination Wedding

Friday, February 17th, 2012

When it comes to a destination wedding, many couples decide to have one on a fairly last minute decisive process, and the destinations will charge you a pretty penny for doing that. Instead, book the time as far in advance as you can – if you can plan for the destination at least a year in advance, you can save upwards of 30% on the overall cost of your wedding package. In addition, the further you book in advance, the more you can often get in your package, such as helicopter tours, specialized trips, shows, and other regional entertainment.

Smaller Groups Travel For Less

Restricting who actually attends the ceremony can end up saving you thousands. That’s why many destination weddings simply have the Best Man and the Maid of Honor stand up for them and they have a few guests. Then, once you’ve had your honeymoon, you can come back and have a big reception for everyone who was unable to attend the ceremony on their own.

Ask About Full Wedding Packages

One of the things that couples don’t count on is the cost of the meal and the cost of the drinks. Even with just a few guests, if you are in an exotic locale, you are going to be paying upwards of $30 per plate and $10 per drink. That can add up very, very quickly. Even though they are not often publicized, many resorts and hotels will offer packages that include the rooms, the meals, and the drinks and give you a hefty discount on all of them if you book it in advance. So don’t be afraid to ask questions!

About Destination Weddings

Friday, February 17th, 2012

When you find the ideal partner and decide to plan your wedding, it’s a very special time and you want to make the most of the occasion. Fortunately, there are many options open to you. Many people still choose a traditional church ceremony, while others choose alternatives such as beach ceremony, restaurant ceremony, home style ceremony and destination weddings. Getting married overseas could be a tropical beach celebration, a foreign city getaway, a mountain celebration or somewhere else that is special to the couple involved. Destination celebrations are becoming more and more popular for many reasons. Here are 5 benefits to getting married overseas:

1. Make it special: When you find the person you want to marry, you’re picturing yourselves together for life. So it makes sense to create the most special today possible to celebrate your union. Most couples want their big day to be something filled with happy memories that will be treasured forever by themselves as well as by their family and friends. A destination wedding achieves that goal because it’s different and special – and perhaps a little bit different to the style chosen by your friends and family members.

2. Keep it small: Most destination weddings are smaller than the celebration you would have at home. When you’re travelling to a holiday destination for your special day – a tropical beach wedding for example – you think really carefully about who you want to be there. It’s easier to keep the list of invited guests small because everyone understands the situation and the importance of keeping costs down.

3. You have a ready-made honeymoon: A destination ceremony may seem like an expensive option, but you’d be surprised at the savings you can make with this option – especially if the destination isn’t too far from your home country. But the biggest cost saving is that you don’t have to pay for a separate honeymoon! If you book your destination wedding in a place that you would also like to honeymoon, there’s a big cost saving as well as a lot less stress. This is particularly relevant if you choose a tropical beach setting. It can almost seem as though the honeymoon has started as soon as you arrive!

4. You can spend extra time with loved ones: Many people don’t want to spend their honeymoon in the same place as their friends and family members. But some people love the idea of holidaying with their nearest and dearest, even if it’s their honeymoon. These special occasions are normally busy times when it’s difficult to catch up with all your guests. With a destination ceremony and reception, you all have plenty of time after the big day to mix and mingle.