As I sit down to write my first “Destination Wedding” blog, I think of my inspiration towards the planning of my own destination wedding… and that was attending my husband’s best friend’s Cuban wedding of 2007. Sure, it was seven years ago, but so much had changed in the Destination Wedding industry since then – […]
It’s officially wedding planning season! Congratulations to all of you who got engaged over the holidays! Right now many of you are in the beginning stages of thinking about setting your wedding date, what venues are available, what caterer is the best in town, what kind of cake you’ll want, and finding that perfect dress. […]
Photo Credit: Arabia Weddings Don’t let a wrinkle in your dress put a wrinkle in your special day! Are you worried or feeling stressed about travelling with your wedding dress to your wedding destination? You don’t have to be! Follow these simple tips to pack and travel with your dress like a pro. Carry it onboard. Do […]
Cruise ship weddings are growing in popularity because you not only get to have your wedding AND your honeymoon together, but you also get the added benefit of unpacking only once but visiting multiple destinations. If you’re considering a cruise ship wedding, here are a few things you need to about preparing for a cruise […]
The Bachelorette party is one of the many fun traditions that the bride-to-be participates in and leading up to the wedding and it is often one of the most anticipated events. It’s that one essential get-together with most of your girlfriends where you get to spend quality time together before your big day! If you’re […]
When you’re planning a destination wedding, you really don’t have too much to worry about, especially if you’re using a travel agent and the onsite resort planner. This of course leaves you plenty of time to plan your STAG and STAGETTE! More and more people are venturing out of the city to have a good […]
Naturally when we hear “Destination Wedding”, we immediately think of white sand beaches, sun, cocktails, and All-Inclusive resorts. They are certainly the “Go-to” for combining the wedding and the honeymoon together. However there are several, more unique options to consider, especially when it comes to honeymoons! Have you ever considered Africa? Both the Canadian and […]
After you’ve decided on a Destination Wedding, choosing your resort will be the next biggest decision you face and it’s important you consider all ages of the guests that will attend and what their specific needs are. If you have children, are marrying into a family with children, or have family members that have young […]
Now that we’ve looked at the Do’s, the Don’ts and the Let’s not Forget to planning a Destination Wedding , let’s look at specific resort locations. One of my favourite resorts for destination weddings is the Paradisus. It offers luxury all-inclusive packages of all sizes. Guests enjoy a unique luxurious and carefree holiday in either […]
If you’re planning a destination wedding, you’ve probably already considered what resort you will be staying at, how many rooms you will need, the location of the ceremony and the inclusions in your wedding package. What you may not have considered are the less thought of but still equally important items that can easily be […]
There are many things you should and should not consider when planning your wedding from a distance, especially to help you stay on budget and so you can have the day you’ve been dreaming about. This is where the Dont’s to planning a Destination Wedding come in handy! When you’re doing your planning, be sure […]
Travel Agent by Trade and a non-professional wedding/event planner by night, I like to offer advice and assist friends, family and those in need of wedding planning with information on how to keep organized, when to do things themselves and when to ask for help when it comes to planning their weddings. And if you’re […]
Before we dive into Destination Weddings, let’s look at the basics…I bet you’re wondering with the internet and readily available information if people even use Travel Agents to make travel plans??? Absolutely! And here are 10 reasons why you should consider it too: We give Expert Guidance and Personalized Service: We know the ins and […]
Photo Credits: Jonathan Steingard Congrats! You’re engaged and you’re planning out a Destination Wedding! Choosing a location is by far one of the most exhilarating decisions when planning a wedding abroad. And it’s true, you can actually choose some spectacular locations and depending on budget and timing, the sky’s the limit. And of course – […]
A honeymoon, by tradition, was the first trip you took together as a couple; Intimate and romantic – honeymoons have always been one of the most special trips you will take in your lifetime. But, they are anything but traditional anymore. In our modern day and age, a lot of couples live together before they […]
Recently I had the wonderful opportunity to visit a very exclusive Montana property. Unique in its history, luxury accommodations as well as prime location. The Centennial Inn is located on 13 private acres on the Yellowstone River outside of Livingston, Montana. Once part of the 1964 Montana Centennial Train that traveled the country promoting tourism […]
So, you’re getting married. Doomed to spend the rest of eternity tied to that one person forever. It’s time to go sew those final wild oats – but not too wild! All kidding aside – a bachelorette or bachelor party is an opportunity to band together with your best friends and family, let loose and […]
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have everything you wanted for your honeymoon all organized, coordinated and neatly presented to you with everything but the bow? So all you had to do was pay for it, pack your bags and show up on time? Welcome to the all-inclusive vacation. A section of the travel market that […]
The original “destination wedding” – LAS VEGAS, Nevada! Although Las Vegas has long been on the map as an adult playground and place to run off to and get married – the city has refined itself in a lot of ways in the past ten years. It’s so much more than a gambling and adult […]
Since I’ve been in the travel business for nine years now, I have been able to watch some travel trends grow. Destination weddings grow every year. It is now a very normal consideration for a couple to think about when planning their wedding. Another trend I have seen grow is the amount of families foregoing […]
Destination weddings have grown by leaps and bounds in the past ten years. What was once thought to be only available to the affluent traveler, destination weddings have become a normal consideration when thinking about where to exchange your vows. There are a lot of arguments as to why you should consider a destination wedding […]
I was born into the tourism world and I’ve been in the travel industry for almost nine years now. I’ve owned my own travel business for five, and have been affiliated with Virtuoso as a “Specialist in the Art of Travel”, for four years now. I’ve built my whole business through social media – mainly […]
