Wondering if a destination wedding is a good idea <\/strong>for you?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I\u2019m here to help you find out.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You\u2019ll get the inside info about vital factors like cost<\/strong>, planning<\/strong> and that all-important guest list<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I\u2019ll give you completely honest and unbiased <\/strong>advice.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n So, you can clearly see whether \u201cdestination\u201d or \u201ctraditional\u201d is the way to go.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n And turn the day you say \u201cI do\u201d into the perfect romantic and unforgettable experience<\/strong> it should be.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ready to be inspired?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Let\u2019s go\u2026<\/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 Is this what you imagine a wedding<\/strong> to look like?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019s certainly the view at many traditional weddings.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s a church or civil ceremony<\/strong>, followed by a reception where you get to celebrate your love with your guests.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Yes, every wedding is different in size and style, but the basic premise is the same.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Now, take a look at this destination wedding location<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019s a very different scene.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Choosing a destination wedding takes you away from home to a stunning location<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You can exchange vows right next to the ocean if you choose.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s a more casual feel and often fewer guests.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n These are the basic differences between traditional and destination weddings.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n But, that\u2019s only the start…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Back to top<\/a><\/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 Wondering about the cost differences<\/strong> of a destination wedding vs traditional wedding?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I\u2019ll give you the lowdown on how far your dollars <\/strong>will go, <\/strong>both at home and away. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The short answer to this question is yes, <\/strong>by a long way. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n According to research by The Knot in 2019, the average cost of a traditional wedding is $33,900<\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Compare that to an average cost of $8,237 for a destination wedding<\/strong>, which includes airfare, accommodation, and a comprehensive wedding package. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bear in mind, these are average costs and every wedding is different. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n But, overall, destination weddings are cheaper<\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Looking at Mexico as a possible destination?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s even better news…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Our team at ParadiseWeddings.com<\/a> can get you the best bang for your buck. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n We\u2019re local experts in arranging<\/strong> destination weddings<\/strong> in Cancun and the Riviera Maya. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n On average, you\u2019ll pay around $5,000 for a 4.5 \u2605 resort<\/strong> wedding package. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Normally, your guests will pay for their own flights and accommodation<\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Although, some couples cover these costs for members of the bridal party and immediate family. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Depending on how many guests you have, you might be able to get a free wedding package<\/strong> for booking a large amount of rooms at once. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n You may want to pass some or all of these savings <\/strong>onto your guests with some help towards accommodation costs. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The balls in your court on that one. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Overall, destination weddings cost less<\/strong> than having a wedding at home.<\/p>\n But how does this break down?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019s time to dig a bit deeper…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thinking a wedding at home is your best option?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Well, you\u2019ll need to pay for a venue. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n On average, couples spend around 1\/3 of their wedding budget <\/strong>on this expense. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In contrast, most destination wedding packages include beautiful ceremony venues <\/strong>at a reasonable cost. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Depending on the package, you may even get the venue FREE<\/strong>!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n That has to be good news. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n For lower venue costs, going away to get married just makes sense. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Did you know that the average couple spends $70 per person<\/strong> on catering<\/strong> at a wedding?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n That\u2019s before you even think about cake and dessert… which can add up to an eye-watering $500<\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Honestly, food costs can be similar whether you marry at home or away. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n It depends on what type of destination wedding package<\/strong> you choose, and whether you opt for any costly extras. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The big difference in cost comes with the drinks. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Traditionally, home-based weddings often have an open bar<\/strong>. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This expense can rocket very quickly. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Have a wedding at an all-inclusive resort<\/strong> and your guests have as many drinks in the bar as they want when they want them. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Plus, you get sparkling wine and champagne<\/strong> for the reception included with many packages. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n So, for food, I\u2019m on the fence, but drink costs are definitely less<\/strong> with a destination wedding. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Concerned about the cost of flights and a hotel <\/strong>for a destination wedding?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You\u2019ll spend around $1,000 on flights<\/strong> and anything from around $250-1,000 per night <\/strong>for accommodation. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n It\u2019s true that you don\u2019t have these costs if you marry at home. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n But, that\u2019s not the full story\u2026<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n We can get you deals and packages that reduce these costs.<\/strong> <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This includes the possibility to get extra nights for a honeymoon<\/strong> in Mexico at no extra charge. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Travel and accommodation are more expensive<\/strong> if you opt for a destination wedding, but we\u2019ll minimize these cost as much as possible. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Florals and decorations add sparkle and color<\/strong> to a wedding. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n They cost around $2,000<\/strong> for a traditional wedding. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n That\u2019s a pretty big slice out of any budget…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n But bridal flowers are included<\/strong> in many destination wedding packages. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n You often get additional flowers <\/strong>as well, depending on which package you choose. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n There are also numerous decor options <\/strong>and add-ons. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n That\u2019s if the pristine beaches and sparkling blue Caribbean <\/strong>waters are not pretty enough… <\/p>\n <\/p>\n For this particular cost, destination weddings <\/strong>are definitely the winner. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Extra wedding-related costs add up<\/strong> quickly. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n You can expect to pay $3,000 <\/strong>upwards for a wedding planner<\/strong> in the US. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Then, there\u2019s upwards of $1,200 for a photographer, around $1,000 for a DJ, and around $500 each for musicians. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fly off to get married in Mexico<\/strong> and the services of a planner are included. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n But, you may still have to pay extra for<\/strong> entertainment <\/strong>and photography services. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Aside from the cost of a planner, expenses can be similar<\/strong> at home and away when it comes to extras. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Looking at costs overall, it seems like a destination wedding is the winner.<\/p>\n But there\u2019s more to think about…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Back to top<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/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 Thinking of saving on costs by having a DIY wedding at home?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You may find that you end up creating more stress<\/strong> for yourself with all the planning.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Where do I start?<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Guest list, venue, flowers, photographer, catering… the list can seem endless.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If everything doesn\u2019t go exactly to plan, it doesn\u2019t take long to reach emotional overload<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You can hire a wedding planner<\/strong> to do the heavy lifting, but you\u2019re going to have to part with a few thousand dollars<\/strong> to do so.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Destination wedding packages come with a planner<\/strong>, so you get help with achieving your dream occasion.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I have to be honest though…<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n There\u2019s still some planning<\/strong> to be done, such as making sure you have visas and any legal documents <\/strong>required for the wedding itself.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\tDestination Wedding Vs. Traditional Wedding\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t<\/div>\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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\n\t\t\t\t\t1. What Are the Key Differences?\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t<\/div>\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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Are Destination Weddings Cheaper than Traditional Weddings?<\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nDo You Pay for Guests at a Destination Wedding?<\/h4>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nThe Venue <\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nFood & Drinks <\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nTravel & Accommodation <\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nFlowers & Decor <\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nThe Extras & Add-Ons<\/h3>\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t3. Planning Your Wedding\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t<\/div>\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
What’s the Most Stressful Part of Planning a Wedding?<\/h3>\n
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