12-18 Months Before the Wedding:

Define Your Vision:

• Hire a destination wedding travel agent. We offer all-inclusive destination wedding planning services.
• Discuss and decide on the type of destination wedding you both envision.
• Consider factors like climate, guest capacity, and travel accessibility.

Set a Budget:

• Determine a realistic budget that includes travel expenses, accommodation, and wedding costs.
• Research destination-specific costs to ensure accuracy.

Choose Your Destination:

• Explore potential destinations that align with your vision and budget.
• Consider legal requirements for getting married in your chosen location.

Visit the Destination:

• Schedule a scouting trip to your chosen destination to finalize the venue and meet potential vendors.
• Verify legal requirements.
• Meet with the onsite wedding coordinator to talk about floral, food, and venues.

Create a Guest List:

• Draft a preliminary guest list to estimate attendance and gauge venue size requirements.
• Consider travel constraints for your guests.

8-12 Months Before the Wedding:

Send Save-the-Dates:

• Notify guests well in advance to allow ample time for travel arrangements.
• Include information on accommodations and local attractions.

Hire Vendors:

• Secure a travel consultant who specializes in destination weddings.
• Ensure contracts clearly outline services, costs, and any travel expenses.

Plan Guest Activities:

• Research and plan group activities for guests leading up to the wedding.
• Provide information on local attractions and excursions.

4-8 Months Before the Wedding:

Choose Your Attire:

• Select your wedding attire, keeping the destination climate in mind.
• Consider the comfort of your bridal party in their chosen attire.

Book Travel and Accommodations:

• Confirm travel arrangements and accommodations for yourselves and guests.
• Provide your guests with contact information for your travel consultant.

Create a Wedding Website:

• Share details about the wedding, travel information, and the local area on a dedicated wedding website.
• Include a FAQ section to address common guest queries.

2-4 Months Before the Wedding:

Finalize Details:

• Confirm final details with vendors and the venue.
• Discuss any specific cultural or local elements you want to incorporate.

If you’re getting legally married in the destination:

• Ensure all necessary paperwork and legal requirements are in order.
• Confirm marriage license details for the destination.

Coordinate with Guests:

• Share any last-minute updates and remind guests of the approaching wedding date.
• Provide your travel consultant’s info or concierge service for any travel-related issues.

1 Month Before the Wedding:

Pack and Plan:

• Begin packing for your destination wedding, including important documents.
• Finalize the wedding day timeline with your local wedding planner.

Arrive Early:

• Arrive at the destination a few days before the wedding to acclimate and oversee final preparations.
• Conduct a walkthrough of the venue with your wedding planner.

On Your Wedding Day:

Enjoy Your Day:

• Let go of stress and savor every moment.
• Trust your vendors and wedding planner to handle the details.