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1 of the 17,000 Indonesian Islands that has so much to offer... excellent beaches, rice terraces, enchanting temples and quaint villages, great food, exotic accommodations, attractive artisan shops, friendly people, and culture galore.
The Caribbean and Mexico tend to be the most popular for destination weddings due to the ease of travel to get there, the unbeatable price of the all-inclusive resorts, the convenience of weddings right at your resort, and the relatively low rates for guests to join.
For history & culture buffs, foodies, and wine/beer lovers it's hard to top the fairytale wedding in a historic castle of the cobble stone streets of Europe. You and your group could rent out a private castle or chalet to truly customize your special day.
330 islands in the South Pacific with beautiful resorts offering great restaurants, cultural performances and nightlife, sitting on the pristine waters and reefs that create an underwater haven for snorkeling and diving.
Mama Mia! Idyllic beaches, reliable sunny summer weather, towering mountain ranges, great nightlife, historical sites and natural beauty, amazing architecture, luxurious accomodations to name a few.
Dramatic scenery, emerald valleys, lush rainforests, and cascading waterfalls, and white sandy beaches draw thousands of couples here year round. With no passports needed to travel and the ease of getting a marriage license makes this exotic destination very popular for groups.
Washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean where every hotel is it's own private island. A haven for water-sports enthusiasts and couples looking for pure relaxation. More commonly a honeymoon destination due to the distance and exotic price.
A magical group of 115 unspoiled islands located just off the East African coast in the Indian Ocean. Couples will dive into the coral reefs, enjoy the powdery white sands and lush vegetation, and relax amongst the plantations of coconut palms and cinnamon to forested peaks. Most commonly a honeymoon destination due to the distance and exotic price.
These islands of love are home of the best over the water bungalows in the 118 enchanting islets of French Polynesia. The majestic multi-colored lagoons are the most beautiful in the world. The lush forests, quaint villages and crystal clear lagoons make this true gem of a destination THE bucket list destination.
Many guests will use this as vacation time and need to request time off of work. 8-12 months in advance will help them to plan & budget accordingly
It is not required, but a nice gesture to give your guests a welcome gift. Along with this, it's helpful to provide wedding info & schedules.
When guests make a commitment to attend your destination wedding, it is courteous to include them in any pre-wedding festivities. Instead of a rehearsal dinner, you could opt for a cocktail party, beach bonfire, or a group excursion.
It is helpful to guests if you inform them of your expectations for the wedding day attire. Will this be black tie, cocktail, “festive” or beach attire, an all white attire, etc., Keep location and weather in mind. A mid-day, barefoot beach wedding may call for more casual (and breathable) outfit choices, while you may want dressier attire for an evening or church wedding.
It goes without saying that when guests make the trek for your destination wedding, they will expect some sort of reception following the ceremony. A traditional group dinner reception, extravagant entertainment, or perhaps a private group dinner catamaran? That choice is yours to make, but the guests will appreciate something.
Since some guests might use this experience as their vacation, they may want to extend their stay after your wedding. If you don't want to run into your guests after the wedding, you might consider a resort change or an island change to have a "honeymoon". This will be easier for guests to understand than asking them to leave the day after your wedding to have alone time.
Remember, gratuities are never expected or required, but they are always greatly appreciated. If you are considering gifting gratuities for your vendors, I have some suggested amounts below that are applicable to Mexico, Costa Rica and the Caribbean Islands. Be sure to organize your tips into blank envelopes, seal and label them to have your wedding planner or coordinator distribute accordingly. Please check your contracts as the service charge for some services may already be included (i.e foo
$20-40 a bartender. Your bartenders should keep the party going! Generally, there are 1-2 bartenders per event. Consider that there is likely going to be 2 bartenders, and if you have more than 100 guests, 3 bartenders.
If a friend/family is paid to attend and provide this service, a tip of $100 per person may be nice, or you can offer to upgrade their room, take them on an excursion, or extend their stay. If you opt to use the hotel’s photographer, they will likely not be the owner of the company, so consider $25-75 a person depending on the quality and length of time of their services.
$20-$40 a person, or 10% of the total cost. If your DJ company is also supplying a dancefloor (and installation), photo booth, or lighting services, you should check to see how many staff will be assisting.
If you are having a friend or family member perform your ceremony, consider on of the following ideas: $50-$100, a room upgrade or excursion.
You've likely worked with this person for several months. They won't expect a tip, but it would be a nice gesture
If a friend/family member paid to travel to your wedding and doing complimentary, a gift, room upgrade, or excursion would be a kind gesture
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