How to Plan Your Honeymoon & Get Your Wedding for FreeToday weddings typically can cost you anywhere around $15,000 or more. The big question is: who foots the bill? Couples who are planning to get married are faced with the enormous costs of hosting a wedding. In by gone days these expenses were divided - somewhat unfairly between the 2 families. The 21st century has heralded a shift in the way these costs are handled. We have moved away from the days when the family of the bride would pay all costs associated with the wedding ceremony. With so many blended families these clear lines have been blurred. Today it may come down to who can afford it. Given the fact that in the United States families are spread from one coast to the other, and sometimes around the world, a logical choice for a wedding venue is a destination wedding. All inclusive resorts are very accommodating to couples who are looking to combine a wedding ceremony, reception and honeymoon all into one. Now who foots the bill?The cost of the wedding is still split between the families - usually each side paying their own way. Added day trips and excursions ie. fishing for the guys or a day of golf are usually a treat from one of the families. Guests are expected to pay their own way to the destination, but any extras are paid by the families. Most resorts will offer a special rate for a large group booking, get your invitations out early - usually 3 months in advance so that you will have a good idea of the number of guests attending. Inquire about free wedding ceremonies - many destination resorts are offering this service as an added bonus. Plan the ceremony and reception over an extended week-end and once the guests have departed the honeymoon begins. |