He popped the question and you said yes! Congratulations! Now thoughts of a tropical destination wedding are drifting through your mind. So many questions! A wedding pro can definitely handle the big stuff, like booking the wedding date and coordinating guest travel. But before you even get to that part, how do you know if a destination wedding is for you? Ask yourself these questions
1. Am I able to go with the flow and trust that the wedding travel pros I choose will have my back and make sure everything comes together in the end?
One of the first steps you’ll take is to find a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings. They will be your advocate, your go-to expert, and your friend through the entire process. She will introduce you to the resort’s wedding coordinator who will personally plan all the details with you. Together, these two pros make it all happen. Sure, there will be bumps in the road, but in the end, it all comes together beautifully. You’ll need to trust them.
2. Is it ok with me if only half of the guests I invite actually attend my wedding?
Typically, only 30-40% of your invited guests will travel for your wedding. This means that if you invite 100 guests, 30-40 will witness your exchange of vows. Some couples chose a destination wedding just for this reason! Maybe you have huge families and don’t want a 300-guest wedding. If you prefer something a little more intimate and a lot more fun, this is a bonus for you! However, there will be some loved ones that just can’t make it work for a variety of reasons… work schedules, money, kids, passport issues, etc. Remember that your wedding will be perfect no matter who is there, even if it is just the two of you.
3. Will I be able to relax on my wedding day and take things in stride, even if it rains and all my plans need to be changed?
Ah, yes, things happen. What if it rains? Or the flowers are a shade off? Or a guy in a Speedo is gawking from his beach chair 50 yards away? Little things happen at EVERY wedding. If your beach venue has to be moved to the ballroom because of weather, will the show still go on? Of course it will! Resorts always have a back-up location ready just in case, and they will make sure all is taken care of. What is important to remember here is…. you’re getting MARRIED! Does it matter “where” as long as you have the “who?”
4. Will I be able to choose locations and details without seeing them in person?
Very few couples have the opportunity to visit their wedding resort before they arrive for the wedding. This is why it is so crucial to work with an experienced wedding travel agent who knows the properties and wedding teams by name. Lean on their expertise and recommendations and you can’t go wrong. Your agent wants the best for you and will only recommend properties and wedding teams she is confident with. Join some Facebook Bride groups and see actual photos of what other brides are doing. Live vicariously through them until it is your turn.
5. Am I ok if not everyone loves the resort and destination I choose?
If you are a people-pleaser, this can be tough. But, just know that not everyone is going to love what you’ve chosen. But you know what? That’s ok! This is YOUR wedding day and you get to choose. Your wedding travel agent will have your back and assure guests that they are in for a great time. Once everyone arrives and starts to relax and enjoy, they’ll be so happy to be there with you. Until then, just smile and say “Oh, we will have such a great time!!”
So, how did you do? Did you answer “yes!” to these questions? If so, congratulations!! You’re ready to say “yes!” to a destination wedding then, too! Ready for the next step? Finding the perfect wedding travel agent is the most important decision you’ll make. The experts at Romance Travel Group will not disappoint. Looking forward to “meeting” you!
www.RomanceTravelGroup.com
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