No longer an option only for the rich and famous, destination weddings have increased in popularity with couples seeking exotic locales and wanting to eliminate the hassles of wedding planning. Here, we share seven important tips for booking your wedding away. Tip #1: Consider the time of yearResorts and all-inclusive properties offer great deals for brides and grooms looking to wed in paradise. However, if you're planning to exchange vows during peak seasons (holidays, summer months), expect to pay premium prices. Also, AugustOctober is )
Destination weddings are great for couples seeking romance and adventure. But planning an away wedding can come with its fair share of surprises. To help you avoid travel trip-ups and planning pitfalls, we've asked real couples to share their personal accounts in preparing for a wedding away.Brian and Michal Liske, New York CityMarried: February 2008Destination: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic'We realized that we didn't have many options for the photographer and the band and had to use the local company that was contracted through the )
It's truethere are some brides who would rather leave all the wedding planning to the experts and just show up to the wedding ready to have a good time. If this is your premarital prerogative, then a destination wedding might be the perfect solution. These weddings offer a number of benefits as an alternative wedding option, tailoring romantic excursions for every personality from adventure seekers to luxury travelers to beach bums. Here, 6 reasons why couples are forgoing the traditional ceremony and reception for destination experiences )
Many couples dream of saying I Do at sunset on the beach or overlooking the countryside atop a beautiful mountain. For this reason, destination weddings are becoming more popular than ever. It is much easier on wedding planning today than in the past. As most travel consultants will tell you, many resorts now have a wedding specialist on-site that can assist with every detail. These wedding professionals will not only help with menus and guestrooms but can also help with floral arrangements, photography and even select the officiant to )