The Official Destination Wedding Preparation Timeline

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1-2 YEARS BEFORE WEDDING

• Choose your destination- let our expertise be your guide!
• Select your resort- consider some of our favorite resort recommendations!
• Confirm wedding date with resort- the earlier you plan, the better!
• Make your room reservation- this confirms you are, in fact, having a destination wedding!

 
1 YEAR BEFORE WEDDING

• Send your Save-the-Dates- get creative with it!
• Shop for your dress- happy shopping! (check out traveling with you dress here)
• Check your passport validation- make sure its valid 6 months after your travel date!

 
6 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING

• Talk it up!- remind your guests of what fun they'll have!

 
2-3 MONTHS BEFORE WEDDING

• Finalize the details- last-minute details always come up!
• Get your legal documents in order- make sure everything is final 2 months before the wedding!
• Send formal invitations- reception details should be included!
• Make your final payments- final payments are usually due 45-70 days before travel!

 
1 MONTH BEFORE WEDDING

• Finalize EVERYTHING- start your packing list!

 
RIGHT BEFORE DEPARTURE

• Get ready to travel!- make sure not to forget anything!

 
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