Making Destination Weddings A Breeze For The Engaged

By Young Lindsay


Although the use of the wedding band was first recorded in 2,800 BC, it was in 1477 AD when the diamond ring became popular for engagements. The first white wedding dress was worn in 1499, but Queen Victoria is the one who should be blamed for popularizing the said outfit. Now in its five thousandth year, the way of the wedding has certainly changed over time.

Couples have been saying goodbye to the good old church wedding in recent years. In lieu of the classic method, the engaged have embraced destination weddings Mexico, searching for exotic locales to tie the knot, from sunny islands and to the icy Alberta, Canada. Because destination weddings are certainly more tedious, here are some useful tips you can use so that you do not need to be part of the very real bridezilla phenomenon.

Choosing the right location is the first factor you have to consider. It should be somewhere that reflects your passions and your character as a couple. Yet whether you want something beachy or rustic or whimsical, you should also consider travel time and expenses, especially if you are planning to travel abroad. Remember that the value of your currency fluctuates depending on your location, so calculate while you are ahead.

Make lots of time for planning. If the usual duration is one and a half year, book your reservation two years in advance. Consider sending your save the date cards as early as possible so that your working comrades can file their leave for your big day.

The typical big church matrimony is already stressful enough, so do not expect that destination ceremonies are easier. Do hire a professional wedding planner who has a thorough knowledge of the location and can provide you trustworthy vendors who are within your budget. The logistics of your wedlock should be better left to the professionals if you want to enjoy planning your nuptials.

Be aware of the climate of the destination. If it is sunkissed and tropical, offer cooling stations or parasols, and ensure that the venue has enough protection when rain suddenly pours. Consider wardrobes and costumes that are suitable for the destination. You do not want to wear heels on grass or a train that drags along grass stains and dirt, and you would want your guests to enjoy the celebration, not grumpy because they are being tortured by their outfit.

You might have a full time job and a relationship to maintain on top of your nuptial operations, but take a break once in a while. Do not make that one big day the difference between life and death. Have a dinner date alone with your fiance or treat yourselves into a relaxing massage at the spa. After all, this is about you and your soulmate, not the wedding per se.

Know the laws of the land you are tying the knot in, especially if it is abroad. There are places wherein you will need to be resident of two years before you get to wed in that location, so call the family lawyer and see what you can do. Do not forget that the point is that you are married at the end of the day.

Finally, give your guests some tender love and care. Remember that this is like throwing a birthday bash, only this one happens very rarely. Appreciate that they might have undergone a lot of expenses and effort to be there in your big day. Hire a concierge by all means, and give them a welcome meal when they arrive.




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