{"id":6790,"date":"2014-01-17T10:00:46","date_gmt":"2014-01-17T10:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/?p=6790"},"modified":"2015-10-20T20:56:33","modified_gmt":"2015-10-20T19:56:33","slug":"destination-wedding-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/destination-wedding-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Destination Wedding Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-6806\" title=\"Destination Wedding Tips\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-uk.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2014\/01\/f0c4dd4bf943f5af794db6df517aba48.jpg\" alt=\"Destination Wedding Tips\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/f0c4dd4bf943f5af794db6df517aba48.jpg 640w, https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/f0c4dd4bf943f5af794db6df517aba48-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/f0c4dd4bf943f5af794db6df517aba48-533x800.jpg 533w, https:\/\/qa.weddingdates.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/01\/f0c4dd4bf943f5af794db6df517aba48-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to weddings abroad, a destination wedding is usually an easy way to kick any tradition out! While formal weddings can hold meaning for many, some may want to experience something more suited to their personality. Plus, if one half of the couple isn\u2019t from the same place, it\u2019s a great excuse for an adventure! So if you\u2019re thinking destination over stay-at-home, you\u2019ll need to read these destination wedding tips first!<\/p>\n<h2>Family<\/h2>\n<p>Inviting all that you love may seem like an ideal way, and yes especially if there\u2019s sun! But, you must also ask yourself if your nearest and dearest will be up for a major trip. Will your grandparents be able to handle a long haul flight? Consider comprising with a little post wedding celebration upon your return for those who can\u2019t make it.<\/p>\n<h2>Control Issues<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a wedding from a distance, beware it\u2019s not always the easiest way! You may need to entrust some part of the planning in another\u2019s hands. An on-location wedding coordinator (you will find these at plenty of venues) who can fix last minute issues is ideal. This should be someone you feel is trustworthy and can be on call when you need them.<\/p>\n<h2>Money, Money, Money<\/h2>\n<p>Costs of destination weddings can really vary depending on the area. You may find that a lot of countries work out cheaper than you expect. While others can have a lot more expense added. Keep in mind that many of your guests will need to pay for travel and accommodation too, so this may cost them. If you can afford it, it is a nice gesture to pay for your bridal party\u2019s accommodation or flights but isn\u2019t expected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When it comes to weddings abroad, a destination wedding is usually an easy way to kick any tradition out! While formal weddings can hold meaning for many, some may want to experience something more suited to their personality. Plus, if one half of the couple isn\u2019t from the same place, it\u2019s a great excuse for an adventure! So if you\u2019re thinking destination over stay-at-home, you\u2019ll need to read these destination wedding tips first! 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