Ah, destination weddings – where love and vacation meet! Planning your big day in a tropical paradise is an exciting journey filled with romance, beauty, and fun. From selecting the perfect venue to curating unforgettable experiences for your guests, there’s no shortage of magic waiting to unfold. Finding the best place for your destination wedding is the key to having destination wedding bliss. Here are ten ways to discover the best resort for your destination wedding!
So, Where is the best place for your destination wedding?
Choosing the perfect resort to host your wedding group is a big decision, but fear not! I’ve got your back. Let’s dive into ten things you should look for to make a resort perfect for your special day!
1. Comprehensive Wedding Packages: The resorts offering wedding packages to bundle your vendor services make life much easier. A comprehensive wedding package should have everything you need for your dream wedding in one neat package! From venues to flowers to photography, comprehensive packages make planning a breeze.
2. Diverse and Stunning Ceremony Locations: Choosing a resort with various ceremony locations offering different views will allow you to spice up your wedding with breathtaking venue choices! Whether you fancy a beachfront ceremony, a rooftop wedding looking over the ocean, or an intimate garden celebration, having options lets you create the wedding of your dreams.
3. Dedicated Wedding Team: Resorts with a dedicated onsite wedding team are the best way to say goodbye to stress! A dedicated wedding team means certain employees only work on weddings. They’ll be by your side to handle any remaining details and wedding logistics so you can focus on what truly matters – enjoying your big day! Pro tip: Take a pre-planning wedding trip to the resorts you are deciding on.
4. Group-Friendly Accommodations: When choosing a destination wedding resort, you want to ensure the resort offers something for everyone, from cozy suites to family-friendly rooms. If children will be at your destination wedding, it’s ideal if the resort you choose has a kids club or at least daily activities for the kids.
Pro tip: find a resort with guaranteed bedding and two queen beds for friends sharing a room.
5. Inclusive Amenities and Activities: Find a resort to keep the fun going for your group with inclusive amenities and activities! Spa services, group excursions, and themed events will make your wedding celebration unforgettable.
6. Accessibility and Logistics: It’s ideal to choose a resort where you and your guests travel no longer than 30-45 minutes after landing. You want them to get to the resort as quickly as possible to give them maximum time to relax and enjoy their time at your wedcation. This will help make travel a breeze for your guests! Easy access to airports, and straightforward logistics will ensure everyone arrives with a smile.
7. Reputation and Reviews: Do your homework and read those reviews! Positive testimonials are a surefire way to know you’re in good hands. With this said, it’s impossible to make everyone happy, so keep this in the back of your mind when you are looking at the reviews.
8. Customization Options: One of the critical factors which can set one resort apart from others you may be considering is the ability to customize your wedding package. You must still make your destination wedding uniquely yours with customizable options. Let your style and personality shine through in every detail, whether a particular theme or a personalized menu.
9. Weather Considerations: Don’t let Mother Nature rain on your parade! A good backup plan and indoor options will ensure your day goes off without a hitch. The resort you choose should have quality backup contingencies for bad weather to still give you the beauty and elegance you hope for in your destination wedding.
10. Offer Great Value: This doesn’t mean the lowest price! You are looking for resorts offering many great options and quality for the money. Your wedding is an investment, but you still want to have great value and quality for your wedding! Let’s make your dream wedding affordable! Look for resorts offering value for money without skimping on quality.
Bonus tip: Work with a resort which doesn’t schedule a lot of weddings daily.
As a destination wedding travel agent, I always prefer to book my clients at resorts which only do one destination wedding a day. Having your wedding be the only wedding on the schedule ensures the entire resort wedding staff will be focused on your destination wedding!
The journey to your perfect destination wedding begins with a single step – discovering the best place for your destination wedding. Once you have this handled, everything else will fall into place. The right resort will create a celebration to reflect your unique love story. Want to learn more about some stunning destination wedding locations?
Download my guide on “5 Magical Islands to Host Your Destination Wedding Within A 5-Hour Direct Flight of The East Coast” to discover which island might vibe with your style.
If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed and would like to get your destination wedding all figured out, then I encourage you to use the link below to schedule a free 30-minute strategy session with me. Let’s see if we can get your destination wedding figured out so you can focus on the fun of your BIG DAY instead of the stress!
