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WEDDING

Checklist

By Erica Moody

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MONTHS OUT
Research excursions . Consult your travel advisor about planning special activities for you and your wedding party at your destination .
Check your passports . Make sure they won ’ t expire six months from the date you ’ re set to return home . Build in extra time if you need to renew them .
Schedule any dance classes . Formal dance lessons are a fun way to gain confidence before you hit the dance floor as a married couple for the first time .
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Send invitations . Include your travel advisor ’ s contact information for your guests to book their flight and hotel .
Practice beforehand . Plan a rehearsal dinner or welcome cocktail reception to make sure everyone in the wedding party knows the drill before the big day .
Confirm appointments . Doublecheck the times for hair and makeup appointments to avoid any mishaps .
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Write your vows . Also , finalize all the ceremony ’ s personal touches , like music , readings and rituals .
Make finishing touches . This is the time to select a signature drink , design a wedding sign and purchase welcome bag goodies .
Consult with your advisor on the marriage license and other requirements . Make sure there ’ s nothing you ’ ve overlooked !
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