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So you have decided to have a destinationwedding. You have gone over all the pros and cons, and have dealt with all the doubts. You realize that not all of the people you would like to invite will be able to join you for yourspecial day. And now, you are ready to plan a fabulous getaway wedding, one which you will remember for the rest of your life.
Now what do you do? If your like most people, you have almost no experience planning a vacation, honeymoon, and wedding all packed into one! Perhaps you have been to a destination wedding, and if so you are lucky to have some experience. But this is your wedding, your special day and you rightly want it to be perfect. And it can be, but you are going to need help.
Planning a traditional wedding is hard enough, but planning a getaway wedding presents its own unique set of challenges, from planning a ceremony, to whether your guests will be able to attend. One positive for you is that destination weddings tend to cost less. But there is significant planning that needs to be done, and obstacles to overcome. You will need a plan.
So if you are ready to plan your getaway wedding, here are some tips.
Tip number one: Have everything at the same location. This will make life easier for you and your guests, and cut down on the possibility of something going wrong.
Tip number two: Choose a location that you will enjoy. If your not a gambler, don't choose Las Vegas. Make sure its a place your guests will enjoy as well.
Tip number three: Be flexible. Understand that the places you choose may have rules about when you can be married, licenses, etc which you will have no choice but to follow. Be aware of the need to change on the fly, and see the big picture. Its all about having a flawless, wonderful destination wedding.
One last thing. Remember that this wedding will cost your guests a good amount to travel and be with you. Make sure they know that a gift is not required, and that you consider their presence as a substitute for awedding gift.
I hope this article helps you in your quest to plan a destination wedding. Take some time to really decide what works for you, and you will ensure you will have a great wedding day!
