{"id":354,"date":"2009-07-07T13:39:56","date_gmt":"2009-07-07T18:39:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=354"},"modified":"2017-03-09T21:42:47","modified_gmt":"2017-03-10T02:42:47","slug":"the-pros-and-cons-of-planning-destination-weddings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/destination-weddings\/the-pros-and-cons-of-planning-destination-weddings","title":{"rendered":"The Pros and Cons of Planning Destination Weddings"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_9402\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9402\" style=\"width: 533px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9402\" alt=\"destination wedding planning\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5.jpg\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9402\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9402\" alt=\"destination wedding planning\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5.jpg\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/5e4161b8151bb9105586c124678c88b5-500x750.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Source: http:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/262616221994416724\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Flying off to an exotic locale to get married &#8211; how exciting!\u00a0 Many couples have decided to have <strong>destination weddings<\/strong> instead of ordinary married-in-hometown weddings.\u00a0 If you are thinking about having a destination wedding, here are some pros and cons to consider:<\/p>\n<h2>Pros<\/h2>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>More flexibility in planning the ceremony<\/strong> &#8211; destination weddings are a relatively recent phenomenon &#8211; it seems like only yesterday that it was just expected that people marry in their hometown churches, near all their family and friends.\u00a0 Getting married someplace else means you can pick and choose which wedding traditions to keep, and which to toss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A nice compromise<\/strong> &#8211; if you and your fianc\u00e9 are from different areas of the country, getting married someplace that is entirely separate from your respective hometowns can be a great compromise for both you and your guests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Could be cheaper<\/strong> &#8211; there can be a great deal of pressure on engaged couples to have large, expensive weddings if they get married in their hometown.\u00a0 Having the wedding in an entirely different location can provide a great deal more financial freedom for the couple in their wedding planning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>It&#8217;s just cool<\/strong> &#8211; a wedding is an exciting event, and travel is exciting too.\u00a0 Getting married someplace beautiful or exotic can add a special energy to a wedding ceremony &#8211; and the honeymoon and marriage!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Cons<\/h2>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><strong>Planning way ahead<\/strong> &#8211; a destination wedding requires much more lead time than a traditional wedding, due to the additional complication of travel arrangements and reservations, as well as making the wedding arrangements from afar.\u00a0 Popular destinations and resorts often are booked several months out, so you need to make reservations (and request RSVPs from your guests) at least 4-6 months in advance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>You&#8217;ll probably need help<\/strong> &#8211; there are a lot of travel companies that specialize in destination weddings, and unless you are a travel agent yourself, you will probably benefit from their help.\u00a0 They can handle large parties, arrange group bookings and discounts, and handle travel arrangements for a wide variety of budgets and demands.\u00a0 The good ones can help you figure out the legal requirements if you are getting married in a foreign country.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Better small than big<\/strong> &#8211; the more guests you invite, the more complicated the arrangements can become.\u00a0 Destination weddings are wonderful for small parties, but depending on your arrangements, can become progressively more difficult to plan as the number of guests increases.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Considerations for guests<\/strong> &#8211; if there are certain people whom you really want to have at your wedding, you may need to ask them directly if they can afford to travel in order to attend your ceremony.\u00a0 Depending on your arrangements, you may also need to consider if they have any other restrictions on traveling, such as health problems, legal problems, or no passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9579\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9579\" style=\"width: 738px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-9579  \" alt=\"destination wedding planning\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888.jpg\" width=\"738\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-800x446.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-500x279.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-672x375.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9579\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9579  \" alt=\"destination wedding planning\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888.jpg\" width=\"738\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-800x446.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-500x279.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/07\/large_5053029888-672x375.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> photo credit: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/stuckincustoms\/5053029888\/\">Stuck in Customs<\/a> via <a href=\"http:\/\/photopin.com\">photopin<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-sa\/2.0\/\">cc<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Destination weddings are a wonderful way to get married if it suits you, your fianc\u00e9, and your guests.\u00a0 There are certainly many factors to consider, but ultimately only you can decide if a destination wedding is right for you.\u00a0 Good luck!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9403\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9403\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a 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