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What Is the Best Destination Wedding Location Based on Guest Location?
Choose your wedding destination based on where most of your guests are traveling from to reduce travel time, cost, and increase attendance.
Choose Mexico (Cabo or Puerto Vallarta) if most guests are traveling from the West Coast of the U.S. or Canada
Choose Cancun or Caribbean destinations if most guests are traveling from the East Coast
Choose based on overall convenience if guests are spread across regions
How Guest Location Affects Your Options
West Coast guests: Shorter and more direct flights to Cabo and Puerto Vallarta
East Coast guests: Easier and more affordable access to Cancun and Caribbean islands
Central region guests: Typically have the most flexibility and access to both regions
What Most Couples Do
In most cases, couples choose a destination that is easiest for the majority of their guests, even if it’s not their personal first choice.
This helps:
Increase attendance
Reduce travel costs
Simplify logistics
Key Takeaway
If your goal is to maximize guest attendance and keep travel simple, choose a destination with the best flight access for most of your guests.
If your guests are evenly split, focus on overall flight availability and budget rather than geography alone.
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