Is A Destination Wedding Right For You

If you are thinking about the possibility of a destination wedding, there are a few things to consider. First off, if you are in love with the idea of the big traditional wedding with all the trimmings and want complete control, a destination wedding may not be the right move for your wedding. Destination weddings require flexibility, an open mind, a love of travel, and putting your trust in your wedding planner. A destination wedding can be anything from small, simple and intimate to large and elegant. They can be modern, funky, traditional but are always romantic. The best place to start getting information on your options is to call a travel agency that specializes in destination weddings. They should be able to give you information and ideas on destination possibilities, wedding package options, cost, and best times to travel.

If you still love the idea of having a destination wedding, it is important to remember there is there is a lot of give and take in planning a destination wedding. You may find you had your heart set on a DJ but find out that the venue only allows a band or other type of music. You may decide maybe you can live without a DJ so you can have that breathtaking wedding ceremony overlooking the ocean and candlelight reception on the beach. Keep in mind, not all the traditional wedding and reception items may be available but you will be trading them for a unique and breathtaking backdrop for your event. If you like to be in complete control, a destination wedding may be challenging for you. Most destination wedding are away from the city or country you live in and require you hand off the planning details to a wedding planner at the location. The key is communication and flexibility. Make sure that you have clearly expressed the "must haves" you desire in writing and the planner has acknowledged what she can or can't do, to prevent disappointments or miscommunication.

Destination weddings can be inexpensive to extravagant depending on the number of guests and the little extras you want. Keep in mind, most "free" weddings are very simple packages that include only minimal decoration, a small cake,a civil ceremony and are meant for the wedding couple and a few guests. If you are having a larger wedding, the little extras can add up but generally still less than the cost here in the USA, especially if you are getting married in places in Mexico and the Caribbean.

If you are a bride and groom who are flexible, love to travel, have family all over the country, and are looking for a unique and beautiful wedding experience, a destination wedding may be a perfect option for you.