{"id":26157,"date":"2023-02-04T16:38:23","date_gmt":"2023-02-04T21:38:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/?p=26157"},"modified":"2023-06-27T09:48:34","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T13:48:34","slug":"destination-wedding-planning-mistakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes You Don&#8217;t Want To Make"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes you don&#039;t want to make\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sTvZOiecaIg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are starting to plan your destination wedding &#8211; congratulations! This is a very exciting time for you and your partner. You\u2019ll find there is a huge amount to think about and do, with many decisions to be made as you begin your wedding planning journey. In this article we discuss 5 mistakes that people often make when planning their destination wedding. You don\u2019t want to be one of those people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-6aa220b6cc47d\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6aa220b6cc47d\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#1_Don%E2%80%99t_DIY_your_destination_wedding\" title=\"1. Don\u2019t DIY your destination wedding\">1. Don\u2019t DIY your destination wedding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#2_Don%E2%80%99t_wait_too_long_to_plan\" title=\"2. Don\u2019t wait too long to plan\">2. Don\u2019t wait too long to plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#3_Don%E2%80%99t_forget_%E2%80%93_there_are_2_budgets_to_keep_in_mind\" title=\"3. Don\u2019t forget &#8211; there are 2 budgets to keep in mind\">3. Don\u2019t forget &#8211; there are 2 budgets to keep in mind<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#4_Don%E2%80%99t_pick_the_wrong_resort_for_your_destination_wedding\" title=\"4. Don\u2019t pick the wrong resort for your destination wedding\">4. Don\u2019t pick the wrong resort for your destination wedding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#5_Don%E2%80%99t_forget_to_secure_a_room_contract\" title=\"5. Don\u2019t forget to secure a room contract\">5. Don\u2019t forget to secure a room contract<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/destination-wedding-planning-mistakes\/#Recap_5_Destination_Wedding_Planning_Mistakes_You_Don%E2%80%99t_Want_To_Make\" title=\"Recap: 5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes You Don&#8217;t Want To Make\">Recap: 5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes You Don&#8217;t Want To Make<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Don%E2%80%99t_DIY_your_destination_wedding\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Don\u2019t DIY your destination wedding<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26183\" src=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/string_light_bulbs_pier.jpg\" alt=\"generations riviera maya - destination wedding \" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/string_light_bulbs_pier.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/string_light_bulbs_pier-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/string_light_bulbs_pier-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/string_light_bulbs_pier-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/>When planning your destination wedding we strongly recommend that you <a href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/about-us\/\">find a travel professional<\/a> to help you with the process. This is someone who has the right experience, and someone who has likely visited many of the resorts you\u2019re considering hosting your celebration at.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand the temptation to call the resort directly, but this can lead to confusion. It can be challenging to know exactly what the right questions to ask each resort are, and as a result, you may be given misleading information. A travel professional, on the other hand, will likely have previously dealt with the resort and will understand the <a href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/benefits\/\">packages\/amenities available<\/a> to you and how they can be tailored for your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A travel planner will work closely with you to help you select the <a href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/inspiration\/\">right hotel for your dream destination wedding<\/a>. They will work directly with the resort on your behalf to make sure you are getting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingwire.com\/biz\/vacationeeze-feasterville-trevose\/11424ce70083d24e.html\">best service and the most accurate information<\/a>. Once you\u2019ve picked the resort you want to get married at, your travel planner will help you and all of your guests book their reservations. They\u2019ll also answer any questions your guests have about the resort, so you don\u2019t have to.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working with a travel planner will make picking your dream destination wedding location a fun process and take the stress out of the planning phase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Don%E2%80%99t_wait_too_long_to_plan\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Don\u2019t wait too long to plan<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26184\" src=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/weddings-at-generations-riviera-maya-wedding-packages.jpg\" alt=\"generations riviera maya - destination wedding\" width=\"760\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/weddings-at-generations-riviera-maya-wedding-packages.jpg 760w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/weddings-at-generations-riviera-maya-wedding-packages-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/>One of the biggest issues we see in destination wedding planning is waiting until the last minute. To plan the best destination wedding possible, you should start to select the resort at least a year to 18 months in advance. This way, hotels will be less likely to be sold out, and you\u2019ll have many more options to choose from for your big day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wedding-spot.com\/blog\/best-day-to-get-married#:~:text=Hands%20down%2C%20Saturday%20is%20the,to%20work%20or%20honeymoon%20time.\">most popular days to host weddings<\/a> at resorts are from Thursday to Sunday, so those days are often entirely fully booked a year in advance. And with some resorts hosting 8 or even 10 weddings A DAY, it\u2019s also important to get planning early on so that you can secure the exact venue (e.g. beachfront, poolside gazebo, elegant ballroom, etc.) you\u2019ve always dreamt of!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Don%E2%80%99t_forget_%E2%80%93_there_are_2_budgets_to_keep_in_mind\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Don\u2019t forget &#8211; there are 2 budgets to keep in mind<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26185\" src=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/73562.jpg\" alt=\"secrets moxche - destination wedding\" width=\"600\" height=\"385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/73562.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/73562-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UbZAMbFdqUA\">budgeting is probably the least fun part of the wedding planning process<\/a>, but one of the most important. It\u2019s crucial to be realistic from the start. And with a destination wedding, it\u2019s important to think about two separate budgets\u2026 Here we give you some tips to think about for both key areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first budget to keep in mind is\u00a0 how much money your guests will spend to stay in your dream destination. The average wedding guest will typically spend $1,000 to stay 4 nights at your destination wedding. Please note, this does not include their flights. It\u2019s a lot of money, so you will need to think about making the experience as amazing as possible for them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second budget to keep in mind is, of course, the budget for your wedding event(s). Planning a beautiful destination wedding in the Caribbean, for example, will likely be less expensive than hosting your wedding festivities at home in the States, but it\u2019s important to remember that things do add up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beware of offers from certain resorts that seem too affordable. These can sometimes come from lower-end resorts and be very misleading. Always be sure to read the fine print to fully understand exactly what is and what is not included in wedding packages. Your travel professional will also help you avoid any misleading offers, and help ensure you understand the fine print.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When planning your budget, it\u2019s also important to think about the time of year that you want to get married. January and February dates are usually the most expensive times to host a destination wedding, while summer dates are usually the least expensive. Typically, the colder the temperatures are on the East Coast in the US, the higher the prices are at popular beach destinations. Key holiday dates throughout the year such as Easter, Christmas and Thanksgiving, are also more expensive times to host a destination wedding. But rest assured, planning in advance will help you get the best price.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Don%E2%80%99t_pick_the_wrong_resort_for_your_destination_wedding\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Don\u2019t pick the wrong resort for your destination wedding<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26186\" src=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"the grand at moon palace - destination wedding\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-2048x1024.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/lblc_Weddings_Blanc_Terrace_114_background_3600x1800px_ca9c22a636-1892x946.jpg 1892w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>This may sound obvious, but hear us out! It\u2019s crucial that you <a href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/inspiration\/\">pick the right resort<\/a> for you as a couple, and of course for all your guests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But how do you know if it\u2019s the wrong resort? Go back to our first point\u2026 don\u2019t DIY your destination wedding! Work with a travel agent or wedding planner who actually knows the resort. They will be able to guide you not only on the basics of the resort, but also help with details such as the guest experience, the quality of the food, the bars\u2026 basically everything that you might not think of.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We often find that resorts offering the <a href=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/blog\/average-cost-destination-wedding\/\">least expensive wedding packages<\/a> have the least experienced wedding planning team &#8211; these are the folks at the resort who will set up your wedding events (think: chairs, tables, linens, place settings, flowers, lighting, and more). We don\u2019t want you to end up at a lower quality resort with a wedding team that only works within rigid packages, and who are constantly telling you no. When choosing a resort to host your destination wedding, it\u2019s important to ensure you\u2019ll have access to a highly skilled and experienced wedding planning team so that your day-of logistics go off without any issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some couples choose to have their destination weddings at a resort that they have stayed at for a vacation. Be careful of this &#8211; just because you had a great vacation somewhere does not mean that they will be able to offer you the perfect wedding event that matches your needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask for help, this is your once in a lifetime event so please don\u2019t cut corners &#8211; you won\u2019t regret it!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Don%E2%80%99t_forget_to_secure_a_room_contract\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Don\u2019t forget to secure a room contract<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26187\" src=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dreams-natura-over-the-water-wedding.png\" alt=\"dreams natura destination wedding\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dreams-natura-over-the-water-wedding.png 1280w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dreams-natura-over-the-water-wedding-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dreams-natura-over-the-water-wedding-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev7.webdevonline.net\/destinationwedding\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dreams-natura-over-the-water-wedding-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/>Securing a room contract will guarantee one rate for you and all your guests. For instance, you could secure a nightly room rate right now for a summer 2024 destination wedding and that price will <em>not<\/em> change! This is really important &#8211; after all, you want your Aunt Viv to get the exact same price for their room as your bridesmaids. This can help to avoid any awkward conversations between your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key benefit of having a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WsAAgOUzNcs\">room contract<\/a> is that you are guaranteed to have access to a predetermined number of rooms for your event date. This is important when hotels are selling out and will help ensure that all of your guests can stay at the resort you\u2019ve selected. Imagine not all your guests being able to stay at your selected resort &#8211; having this contract in place will take away this stress for you. You\u2019ll likely be asked to submit a refundable deposit per room, typically about $100. This is totally normal and you will get this money back.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, having a room contract with your selected resort means that you will get the access to the best possible perks and upgrades, so it\u2019s a no-brainer to get one!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recap_5_Destination_Wedding_Planning_Mistakes_You_Don%E2%80%99t_Want_To_Make\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recap: 5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes You Don&#8217;t Want To Make<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve seen couples make all kinds of decisions in planning their destination weddings, but these are probably the most common five mistakes that can be totally avoided when working with the right travel professional. We are passionate about providing our clients the best possible wedding experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are starting to plan your destination wedding &#8211; congratulations! This is a very exciting time for you and&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":26187,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Destination Wedding Planning Mistakes You Don&#039;t Want To Make - Destination Wedding<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The destination wedding planning process can be stressful. 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