Memories To Last A Lifetime: Destination Weddings

By: Art Gib

Getting engaged to your sweetheart should be one of the happiest, most tender moments in your life--followed only by that moment in which you say, "I do." Everyone wants their special day to be memorable and perfect, but often, they just don't know where to start. Getting married will surely be blissful, but sometimes the planning stages aren't so much.

So, now that you have a ring on your finger and you are already starting to panic, it's time to stop and take a deep breath. This is definitely a stressful time for you, your family, and your hubby-to-be, but you can't lose sight of what brought you to this point and where you are headed--together. Don't forget to reserve some "couple time," that doesn't involve wedding conversation or shopping for favors. You should also make time for yourself, too, so you don't get burned out.

That being said, if you haven't yet selected a location for your ceremony, think about choosing a destination wedding! Often, when a destination wedding is mentioned, people automatically see dollar signs floating out the window. But it doesn't have to be that way. There are dozens of factors to consider when making this choice, and it all depends on what YOU want!

One of the best pieces of advice I can give you is to sit down with your honey and first decide on your budget. If you are hoping for some assistance with either or both sets of parents, talk it over with them, too. Discover what funds are available to you, and then make decisions about your guest list, particularly who absolutely must be there or you will cry your eyes out.

If you are operating on a modest budget, and always wanted a huge wedding (think cathedral and three hundred guests), then perhaps tying the knot abroad is not right for you. But if you are thinking something more private--immediate family and very close friends only, especially some who can pay their own way--then you may end up saving money in the long run if your ceremony destination and your honeymoon locale are the same.

Working with travel experts that specialize in destination weddings can be very beneficial. They can help to expose hidden fees that many resorts might charge (including the infamous "cake-cutting fee"), and they can even help find you heavily discounted airfare and hotel packages for you and your guests.

Choosing an exotic destination for your special day is a great way to personalize your wedding and make memories that last forever. So take time to talk it over with your groom today.

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Yachts in Paradise (www.yachtsinparadise.com/)Bahamas Yacht and Boat Charter Specialists. Art Gib is a freelance writer.

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