As a wedding photographer and as a woman who went down this road once herself (planning her own wedding), I can give some tips on how to plan a destination wedding. The idea of having a destination wedding, in general, could be great for one particular reason: "you are killing two birds with one stone" - having a wedding and a honeymoon all at once. Taking this fact in consideration, you should plan accordingly.
Here are important things to consider if you are planning a destination wedding:
1) Have a clear idea of your budget for this event.
Money is a deal breaker for most weddings and a destination wedding is not different from that. If you are on a tight budget, but still dream to have a stylish, fun, and a beautiful affair for all to enjoy, consider the distance of your chosen location: the closer it is from your home, the cheaper it is.
2) The number of guests to invite.
The smaller the event, the more manageable it is going to be and more affordable. Also, the event would be like a family vacation instant of the formal affair if this were your aim.
3) Realtors' famous saying: Location, Location, and Location should be your slogan for a destination wedding.
You can choose exotic spots for your wedding and save money in a long run if you make reservations for these popular places during the off-season: Bahamas, Hawaii, Bermuda, and Las Vegas come to mind. Also, the cruises could be another winning idea for a destination wedding. The cruise ship is usually an all-inclusive affair: entertainment, fine dining, recreation, cabins with the ocean view, and exotic beach stops at different locations are the part of the deal. What more can you wish for?
4) What kind of a wedding is it going to be? Are there going to be children, or is it an adult only affair?
This is a touchy subject and should not be taken lightly. Most families have children and they would like to take them to a wedding. It might not be your favorite idea, but you have to be sensitive to other people's feelings and compromise. I have received the wedding invitations clearly stating: "No children, please!" I thought it was rude and disrespectful, to say the least, and I would not advise you to do so.
I hope all the above will help you to plan a fun and successful destination wedding.
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