This is a big deal.<\/p>
You’re thinking about hiring a destination wedding travel agent!<\/p>
If you hire the wrong agent<\/span>… a nightmare awaits.<\/p> That’s why we created this post.<\/p> What questions should you ask? These experienced planners<\/a> helped me create a list of destination wedding-related questions you need to ask.<\/p> Let’s get you prepared…<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Destination weddings are a popular choice among couples because they’re cost-effective<\/strong>.<\/p> And you’re probably here for the same.<\/p> But, if your travel agent is smart, they’d tell you that it’s not just about the cost…<\/p> It’s also about creating memories<\/strong>, spending quality time with your loved ones, and having a hassle-free celebration.<\/p> And, of course, it’s also about having epic views and gorgeous photos<\/strong>!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Where should you have your wedding? East or West Coast of Mexico? The Caribbean? Spain?<\/p> Your destination wedding travel planner should want to hear about your vision or the place that holds a special meaning for you and your partner.<\/p> Your agent should suggest destinations that are convenient and affordable<\/strong> for your guests too.<\/p> They’ll also factor in everyone’s budget before recommending wedding destinations.\u00a0<\/p> Once you’ve picked the location, the travel agent will assist you with finding the perfect all-inclusive resort or private venue.<\/p> Got Mexico on your mind?<\/strong> Here’s a list of the best all-inclusive wedding resorts<\/a> for you!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t You don’t know every city well. Same with travel agents.<\/p> Only work with an agent who has significant experience holding events in the destination and location you want.<\/p> For example, our team at ParadiseWeddings.com<\/a> doesn\u2019t touch Europe or locations in the U.S. You won’t hear us say Greece or Florida. We specialize in planning weddings in Mexico and the Caribbean<\/strong>.<\/p> Marriage laws differ from country to country<\/strong>.<\/p> In some places, couples may need to spend a few days in the destination before their ceremony.<\/p> Other countries might ask for health certificates or additional paperwork.<\/p> Your destination wedding travel agent can give you all the specific details for the location you’ve chosen.<\/p> Lots of couples opt for a courthouse wedding in their country and then have a symbolic ceremony at the destination of their choice.<\/p> Here’s how to legally get married in Mexico<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t Your travel agent should be able to tell you the cost of the wedding and the cost per guest.<\/p> Since 90% of destination weddings take place at all-inclusive resorts, we’ll focus on that below.<\/p> This is a fixed cost<\/strong>. The average wedding package costs $5500<\/a> for 35-50 guests.<\/p> It won’t fluctuate unless you add things at the last minute.<\/p> \u2713 wedding venue So, destination wedding packages<\/a> pretty much cover all the essentials.<\/p>\n\t\t10 Destination Wedding Questions You NEED To Ask\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t1. What Are The Benefits Of Having A Destination Wedding?\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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<\/p>\n\t\t2. How Do I Decide The Wedding Destination?\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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<\/p>But what’s a wedding without guests?<\/h5>
\n\t\t3. Do You Frequently Plan Weddings At The Destination I\u2019m Interested In?\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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<\/p>3 things you need to know:<\/h5>
Destinations we recommend:<\/h5>
From the west coast:<\/h6>
From the east coast:<\/h6>
\n\t\t4. What Types Of Weddings Can Be Done At The Destination?\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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<\/p>Generally, there are 3 types of marriages:<\/h5>
\n\t\t5. How Much Will A Wedding Cost For X Number Of Guests?\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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<\/p>The Wedding Package Cost<\/h4>
Wedding Packages Include:<\/h6>
\u2713 reception
\u2713 food & drink
\u2713 hair & make-up
\u2713 DJ
\u2713 florals
\u2713 etc<\/p>Cost per Guest<\/h4>
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