{"id":12126,"date":"2017-12-24T14:59:05","date_gmt":"2017-12-24T14:59:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topweddingquestions.com\/blog\/?p=12126"},"modified":"2017-12-24T14:59:05","modified_gmt":"2017-12-24T14:59:05","slug":"need-know-getting-married-abroad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/destination-wedding-2\/need-know-getting-married-abroad","title":{"rendered":"What You Need To Know Before Getting Married Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Getting married is a huge, exciting feat in itself, but what if you decide to tie the knot abroad instead? It\u2019s a whole new level of excitement, right? Well, only if you manage to plan the event successfully before it actually starts! As all happy couples will know, planning a wedding can be a very stressful process, as there are <em>hundreds<\/em> (and seemingly thousands) of things that you need to consider beforehand, so you can imagine how manic this can become when deciding to marry in a far off country! For a start, when wedding in Europe, it would be wise to apply for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ehic-card.com\/e111-card-renewal\/\">European Health Insurance Card<\/a>, but that\u2019s just the tip of the iceberg!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Check &amp; Compare Currencies<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While some of you may have your heart set on an exact location already, others should definitely shop for the stronger currency. With Brexit throwing all travel elements in the air, the pound is currently weak against several other currencies, whereas others remain pretty indifferent. From Venice in Europe to St Lucia in the Caribbean, there are so many stunning locations out there just ready for you! There are many different Forex companies out there who will be more than happy to offer you quotes based on money transfers, although of course if you wish to save a few more pennies (weddings aren\u2019t cheap), then feel free to shop yourself!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hand Out \u2018Save The Date\u2019s\u2019 ASAP!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the reasons as to why weddings are so special is having your loved ones there to watch you on the best day of your life, but having a wedding abroad makes this a lot more difficult for couples. It\u2019s always best to send out your wedding invitations well in advance to allow your guests to make spaces in their diaries. Imagine how gutting it would be if your mother couldn\u2019t make your own wedding, purely because she didn\u2019t have the time to book the date off of work or reschedule any other commitments? Prevent this from happening by ensuring that everyone is well aware of your wedding abroad months before it\u2019s actually due to happen! This way, everyone is happy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choose An Appropriate Dress<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Chances are, you\u2019ll be selecting a wedding location that\u2019s rather partial to the sun, as after all, who doesn\u2019t love a tropical beach wedding? Therefore, selecting a dress appropriate for the weather is crucial! For example, you may have grown up absolutely in love with a mermaid cut wedding dress, but when in scorching, 30<sup>o<\/sup>C+ weather, you might find yourself suffocating under the heat. In this situation, it may be worth opting for something a little more breathable \u2013 corset dresses are a huge <strong>no<\/strong>. Something light and delicate should be in order. Plus, giant, sparkling heels might not fare well for such sandy terrain, so pumps are probably the better option here. It\u2019s all about ensuring that you\u2019re comfortable at your own wedding, otherwise, you may struggle to properly enjoy yourself!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Book Your Tickets In Your Maiden Name<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We all know \u2013 marriage is extremely elating, and you\u2019ll get to share your surname with the best person in the entire world, but let\u2019s not get too excited yet. When booking your flight tickets, you <em>must<\/em> ensure that you book them in your maiden name, otherwise, you\u2019ll be unable to board the flight due to the difference in surnames from your tickets and your passport. 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