24 Aug The Pros and Cons of a Destination Wedding
Getting married to the love of your love is unforgettable, and many decide to celebrate this love by jetting off to a picturesque location. Destination weddings are a popular choice. They are exciting and can even be considered a vacation with the people you love and cherish. But a destination wedding isn’t for anyone. There are a lot of logistics to handle and prepare, and if you aren’t ready for this, it can put a damper on your wedding plans. If you are considering a destination wedding, knowing the pros and cons can help you decide if it’s right for your wedding.
Pros and Cons of a Destination Wedding: Is It Right For You?
The Pros
• If you want a small and intimate wedding but don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, having a destination wedding is a great way to do so. Due to cost and location, many may not be able to attend. Not everyone can pay for airfare or take time off of work.
• A destination wedding can be cheaper and easier to plan than a traditional wedding. When you are getting married in another country it pays to book an all-inclusive destination wedding package. They handle vendors and can help you with the logistics. Plus, since a destination wedding has a smaller crowd (but only sometimes!), fewer guests can help cut costs!
• Not only are destination weddings fun and exciting, but they are a great way to wrap your wedding and a vacation in one. You can enjoy your surroundings with your spouse and each other (turning it into your honeymoon!) or turn your wedding into a big getaway with your loved ones. Allowing you to create memories with your loved ones.
The Cons
• If you always dreamed of having a large wedding, there may be better choices than a destination wedding. It requires your guests to take time off of work, spend money to travel, and, for some, find child care. Also, if you have an elderly family member, traveling a distance may not be a feasible option.
• If you don’t use an all-inclusive package or don’t do your research, you can easily spend more money on your wedding. Finding vendors can be tricky since you aren’t local to that area, which could cause you to lose money if you aren’t careful.
• Deciding to use an all-inclusive package can be the easier and cheaper choice, BUT it can feel impersonal since you aren’t physically there during the planning stages. If you have a vision for your wedding, an all-inclusive wedding can feel very cookie-cutter and may leave you unsatisfied.
• If you don’t research local laws, legality can be an issue, so make sure you research the local laws regarding marriage before you tie the knot in another country. Some places have a residency requirement, or there are hoops you need to jump through. But getting married at your local courthouse and then holding the rest at your destination wedding is always another option!