Destination Bliss Volume 5 | Page 31

D on’t fret, the perfect destination wedding is well within your reach, but before you put down a deposit, think about consulting the experts: a wedding planner and a travel advisor. Just like you and your fiancé were made for each other, these two make the perfect union to make your union perfect! TRAVEL ADVISORS WEDDING PLANNERS purpose Travel advisors are certified specialists in specific areas, such as destination weddings or geographic regions like the Caribbean. They use their knowledge to help you cut through the clutter to zero in on the information that matters most. They also help organize the entire event — from booking flights and hotel rooms for you and all of your friends and family to finding you the best values and helping in the case of any travel emergencies. Wedding planners help you organize and plan all of your wedding events by referring trusted vendors. They also help with décor, menu, ceremony venue and many other wedding details. Another thing they’ll do for you? Keep stress at bay. Since they’ll be keeping all the moving parts and details under control, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy yourself. After all, isn’t that the point of having a destination wedding? strengths They know exactly what questions to ask to make sure your expectations are met and you aren’t taken by surprise. They’re also pros at keeping every wedding- day detail organized and working with you to make your event as personable and memorable as possible. If you decide that you want to work your mother’s veil into the big day somehow or you want candles on every guest table, they are there to make your vision become a reality. Travel advisors provide personalized service and valuable peace of mind. And if an emergency does arise or flights get canceled (as they sometimes do), their agency will go above and beyond to make things right. Basically, they’re here on standby to make you and your guests feel totally comfortable. Agents can plan activities for guests at the resort or arrange for any special accommodations. No request is too big! what else Travel advisors are experts at organizing groups. From coordinating travel arrangements to handling special needs, documentation and payments, they take care of all the details so that everyone arrives on time and ready to celebrate! Thanks to their relationships with travel suppliers, they have access to valuable discounts, one-of-a-kind offers and exclusive VIP privileges (such as hotel room upgrades, free Wi-Fi and champagne) that you simply cannot obtain on your own. You can hire your own, or if the resort you are booking offers destination wedding packages, more than likely they will also have an on-site wedding planner. These specialists will not only talk with you months in advance of your wedding, but also they will meet with you upon your arrival to finalize any minor details and arrange the necessary legal documents. Your wedding planner will take the time to verify your plans, show you the venues and be there each step of the way. Sven Studios