Wedding Planning
Wedding Planning
Destination Wedding Checklist
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Choose a destination. Look to your travel advisor for guidance and inspiration in selecting a destination that excites both you and your partner.
Establish a budget. Allow flexibility for travel costs, especially if you’ re bundling your honeymoon and destination wedding in one trip.
Stay organized. A binder is a good idea for storing all physical paperwork in one place, while a Pinterest board is perfect for organizing online inspiration.
Finalize guest list. Send save-thedates as soon as possible so your guests have enough time to plan too!
Go for a site visit. Many of the questions you have about your wedding can be answered by visiting the resort in person. Getting these things out of the way early will help you be more relaxed and excited about the rest of the planning process, too.
Find your vendors. Most resorts offer on-site photographers, florists and caterers to choose from. If you plan to book elsewhere, this is the time to start making alternate plans.
Create a wedding website. A website is great for communicating the details of your big day. Make sure to include a link to your wedding registry.
Buy your gown and / or suit. Whether you order from a traditional bridal shop or a smaller boutique, it can sometimes take months to receive your gown. Plus, you’ ll need extra time for alterations.
Start thinking about wedding party attire. Keep the climate of your destination in mind and ensure that everything is set to arrive with plenty of time before departure.
Check your passports. Make sure they won’ t expire for at least six months before you’ re set to return home.
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