Planning a wedding is an exciting time, but you may be asking yourself "Should we have a Destination Wedding?" Destination Weddings are becoming increasingly popular, and for some great reasons!
Here are my top 5 reasons for having a Destination Wedding:
1. Something unique...
Have you dreamed about exchanging vows with your toes in the sand, in a lush tropical garden, or maybe even being married by the ship’s captain while at sea? Getting married abroad will break you out of your every day comfort zone and allow you to come home with truly unique memories and stunning photos.
2. Guests from all over...
Are your friends and family spread across the country, or do they live abroad? Travelling to/within Canada can be very costly for your guests, and hosting guests from out of town can be a burden. If most of your guest list would have to travel anyway, why not give them a chance to combine your wedding with a true vacation for themselves?
3. Easier planning...
Most Resorts/Cruise Lines have their own in house wedding coordinator, making it a one stop shopping experience for you! Flowers, cakes, music, photography, décor, food can all be taken care of by your dedicated planner, or you may also be able to source out other local vendors if you wish.
Also, knowing that your guests are all in the same location at the same time allows you to easily plan group activities such as a welcome cocktail party or a group excursion.
4. More affordable...
According to a recent survey by Weddingbells.ca – the expected average cost of a wedding in Canada is over $31,000, with the average number of wedding guests sitting at 128. In my experience, the weddings that I have arranged are an average of 30-40 guests, and the overall cost of the wedding is usually at least ½ of what it would be at home - of course this really depends on your tastes and how much you choose to customize. Destination Weddings are truly for any budget!
5. More time to enjoy....
Weddings are a whirlwind, why celebrate for only one day when you can celebrate for a whole week! Most packages are created based on a 7 night vacation, which allows you to really have a chance to relax and enjoy the company of your closest family & friends, as well as enjoy time in paradise as Newlyweds.