Planning Tips for a Destination Wedding.With the cost of weddings becoming astronomical, many couples are looking into planning a destination wedding. A destination wedding - where the ceremony, reception and honeymoon are all held in one location, often near a vacation spot, the beach or in the mountains. When planning for invited guests, their needs and interests need to be taken into consideration, too. How to get started planning your destination wedding....Once you have decided upon a destination, contact the local visitors information center and request information about what is available in their area, as well as licensing information. Request all options including; a resort, hotel, bed and breakfast, a cruise or any other venue that offers wedding planning services for guests who stay there. You'd be surprised how many of these places have hosted weddings in the past, and may even have a wedding coordinator on staff. Check if they can accommodate the ceremony and reception right on site, or if they make recommendations or arrangements.Large resort hotels offer package deals for destination weddings that often include the wedding ceremony for free. This type of accommodation tends to be the best value as extra attractions are included. Many destination spots offer beach wedding packages separate from a large hotel. Look online for service providers in the are you have chosen. Planning tips for a destination wedding....Be sure to ask LOTS of questions and get every detail in writing.Hire a local wedding coordinator in your wedding destination. If you have acquaintances in that area, ask them to collect references. But if you are planning to get married abroad, your best bet is to utilize the expertise of a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings and honeymoons. You'll need to start early and furnish the travel agent with important information. You need plenty of time to inform your family and invited friends, allow about 3 months before the date to allow themselves time to prepare all the travel arrangements and necessary documents. Unless you use a third party, present the following to the representative of the lodging facility you plan to use. Information you will need to provide :
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