Destination Weddings.

The blog took a bit of break while I was on vacation in beautiful Hawaii. I just returned and am slowly getting readjusted to the time change and the chilly weather. While I was there I was thinking about destination weddings and how many couples are leaning toward this option for their event.



So, where do you start? First, choose your ideal spot for the event and be sure to do so far in advance. The best properties and accommodations book up quickly. Destination can mean traveling six hours from Portland to Hawaii or only two from Portland to the Oregon Coast. Be sure to do some extra research about the weather for the location you choose. You don't want to head down to the Caribbean during hurricane season.

You'll certainly want to send out save the dates to your guests to give them plenty of time to book flights and hotel. Make it a weekend of events together for an intimate feeling. How about an informal dinner the day after everyone arrives or cocktails on the beach with appetizers.

Destination Weddings has great tips to get you started. If you find a hotel or resort you like, you can contact them directly to learn about their package options. Many will have the info listed on their websites that they offer, such as the officiant, flowers and tuxedo rental.

One thing to consider is choosing your photographer and videographer from where you live. Since these are the two things that will remind you of all the wonderful moments, you may want to fly them over to make sure everything is captured from stat to finish on your big day. The photographers that are included in the package often snap a couples shots of the ceremony and family and leave.

In the end, your event should be less stressful for you and an easy way to start the honeymoon in a beautiful location. Just remember to bring the sunblock so you don't look like a lobster in your white dress!




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