In many ways destination honeymoons and weddings are the ultimate travel experience. Destination weddings and all inclusive resorts are actually a match made in heaven and definitely a huge benefit to newlyweds and those seeking that perfect place for their destination wedding.
The all inclusive resorts’ pay-one-price system is an ideal stress reducer for couples. Instead of spending hours upon hours hashing out details and adding up costs as they go, with all inclusive couples know what exactly the costs are ahead of time.
Another huge advantage is every one of these resorts offer a dedicated on site wedding planner to handle all of the wedding details. They provide couples with convenience and peace of mind allowing them to focus more on the big day and less on the details. Resort wedding planners coordinate all of the
related tasks, from arranging the ideal location for the ceremony to coordinating the wedding theme, music, video and photography. They also provide the wedding officiant and all of the relevant documents.
Still undecided on whether or not you should plan a destination wedding? Here are 10 reasons to take the
plunge from the editors of Destination Weddings & Honeymoons magazine.
1. You can say "I do" anywhere! A destination wedding is defined as marrying at least 100 miles from where the bride currently lives. So imagine the options that definition opens up for you -- the world really is your playground.
2. You'll stand out from the pack. More than 2 million American couples wed every year -- and fewer than 25 percent of them have destination dos. Bonus: Wed away, and you won't have to choose from the
same old hometown spots all your friends have booked.
3. It's easier. Many wedding-worthy resorts offer free planning help to couples, whether the event is for two or 200, and an abundance of packages keep things simple while still giving options to customize. Want something more involved? Turn to an independent planner who specializes in more elaborate events.
4. You can save on decor. With a destination wedding in a stunning setting, your location of choice supplies the theme, from castle fairytale, to sea-inspired soiree. And when you choose an amazing backdrop, it doesn't take much to dress it up. Opt for a pristine beach, a tidy vineyard, a blooming garden or a historic plantation house furnished with graceful antiques, and you'll be more than covered with a few simple florals and other modest accents.
5. Enjoy quality time with loved ones. The standard wedding lasts for five hours, and the bride and groom spend most of that time running from table to table, trying to say hello to everyone. A destination do
spans a minimum of three days -- which means, now that you've finally gotten your nearest and dearest together, you can actually spend quality time with them! Hooray!
6. It's a great excuse to limit the guest list. The very nature of destination weddings -- they require
travel, a longer time commitment and hotel stays -- gives you the perfect excuse to cut down on an often unmanageable number of invitees. Think the second cousins and office mates will be miffed? You can always throw a post wedding party -- complete with plenty of photos -- when you get back home.
7. Guests can save on a vacation. Your travel agent will negotiate discounted room rates and airfare for your guests; most resorts are more than willing to bargain in exchange for group business. Some airlines, such as United and American, offer discounted airfares for groups of 10 of more -- on the latter, this is true even if your guests are departing from different gateways. And ultimately, your friends will have a blast! Destination weddings give friends and family that most valuable commodity: downtime -- to kick back,
connect and celebrate. And what's more fun than that?
8. You'll share a locale you love. Part of the joy of a destination wedding is showing off a place that has special meaning to you, be it bringing friends and family back to a beloved college campus, sharing where
you took your first vacation as a couple or finally going to a locale you've always dreamed of visiting.
9. Flexible timing helps with budgeting. You'll be at your destination for a few days, so work with your vendors to see how timing can trim costs. After all, if everyone is already there, you can wed on a Friday, a
Sunday or even a Tuesday -- what does the day of the week matter in paradise? Look at seasonality too. Many Caribbean hotels drop their prices dramatically in mid-April; by planning your wedding for May, you can get the same great digs for a fraction of the price paid by visitors a few weeks earlier. Likewise, mountain resort towns offer big savings in spring and fall.
10. You can start the honeymoon early. Just arriving at your destination is sure to put you in a relaxed mood as the pre-wedding festivities begin. Many hotels offer automatic upgrades to the bride and groom
on their wedding night, and you may be able to negotiate an extended minimoon at a reduced rate after the guests have gone home.
Future blog posts will be covering the actual resorts themselves all
over the world and what they have to offer the newlyweds when they choose them
for their special day.
The all inclusive resorts’ pay-one-price system is an ideal stress reducer for couples. Instead of spending hours upon hours hashing out details and adding up costs as they go, with all inclusive couples know what exactly the costs are ahead of time.
Another huge advantage is every one of these resorts offer a dedicated on site wedding planner to handle all of the wedding details. They provide couples with convenience and peace of mind allowing them to focus more on the big day and less on the details. Resort wedding planners coordinate all of the
related tasks, from arranging the ideal location for the ceremony to coordinating the wedding theme, music, video and photography. They also provide the wedding officiant and all of the relevant documents.
Still undecided on whether or not you should plan a destination wedding? Here are 10 reasons to take the
plunge from the editors of Destination Weddings & Honeymoons magazine.
1. You can say "I do" anywhere! A destination wedding is defined as marrying at least 100 miles from where the bride currently lives. So imagine the options that definition opens up for you -- the world really is your playground.
2. You'll stand out from the pack. More than 2 million American couples wed every year -- and fewer than 25 percent of them have destination dos. Bonus: Wed away, and you won't have to choose from the
same old hometown spots all your friends have booked.
3. It's easier. Many wedding-worthy resorts offer free planning help to couples, whether the event is for two or 200, and an abundance of packages keep things simple while still giving options to customize. Want something more involved? Turn to an independent planner who specializes in more elaborate events.
4. You can save on decor. With a destination wedding in a stunning setting, your location of choice supplies the theme, from castle fairytale, to sea-inspired soiree. And when you choose an amazing backdrop, it doesn't take much to dress it up. Opt for a pristine beach, a tidy vineyard, a blooming garden or a historic plantation house furnished with graceful antiques, and you'll be more than covered with a few simple florals and other modest accents.
5. Enjoy quality time with loved ones. The standard wedding lasts for five hours, and the bride and groom spend most of that time running from table to table, trying to say hello to everyone. A destination do
spans a minimum of three days -- which means, now that you've finally gotten your nearest and dearest together, you can actually spend quality time with them! Hooray!
6. It's a great excuse to limit the guest list. The very nature of destination weddings -- they require
travel, a longer time commitment and hotel stays -- gives you the perfect excuse to cut down on an often unmanageable number of invitees. Think the second cousins and office mates will be miffed? You can always throw a post wedding party -- complete with plenty of photos -- when you get back home.
7. Guests can save on a vacation. Your travel agent will negotiate discounted room rates and airfare for your guests; most resorts are more than willing to bargain in exchange for group business. Some airlines, such as United and American, offer discounted airfares for groups of 10 of more -- on the latter, this is true even if your guests are departing from different gateways. And ultimately, your friends will have a blast! Destination weddings give friends and family that most valuable commodity: downtime -- to kick back,
connect and celebrate. And what's more fun than that?
8. You'll share a locale you love. Part of the joy of a destination wedding is showing off a place that has special meaning to you, be it bringing friends and family back to a beloved college campus, sharing where
you took your first vacation as a couple or finally going to a locale you've always dreamed of visiting.
9. Flexible timing helps with budgeting. You'll be at your destination for a few days, so work with your vendors to see how timing can trim costs. After all, if everyone is already there, you can wed on a Friday, a
Sunday or even a Tuesday -- what does the day of the week matter in paradise? Look at seasonality too. Many Caribbean hotels drop their prices dramatically in mid-April; by planning your wedding for May, you can get the same great digs for a fraction of the price paid by visitors a few weeks earlier. Likewise, mountain resort towns offer big savings in spring and fall.
10. You can start the honeymoon early. Just arriving at your destination is sure to put you in a relaxed mood as the pre-wedding festivities begin. Many hotels offer automatic upgrades to the bride and groom
on their wedding night, and you may be able to negotiate an extended minimoon at a reduced rate after the guests have gone home.
Future blog posts will be covering the actual resorts themselves all
over the world and what they have to offer the newlyweds when they choose them
for their special day.
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