PREFERRED ISLANDS
Whether you wish for a wedding in one of the 700 islands of Bahamas in beautifully preserved royal mansions and churches, or you need a VIP style honeymoon with a variety of options ranging from sight seeing to shopping, the Caribbean has something to offer for your exact taste.
There are the US Virgin Islands renowned for destination weddings and ideal for a relaxing time with your loved one around all the scenic natural beauty.
Then there is Jamaica, for those who want to celebrate their wedding amidst beautiful landscape and have the urge to explore the various cultural traditions prevalent there.
In a nutshell it means that no matter what kind of destination wedding you are looking for, the Caribbean landscapes will fit right in.
DESTINATION WEDDING CHECKLIST
There are a few things you should remember before you start packing.
ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES
Always look for all-inclusive wedding packages - the packages save you a lot of trouble and money. In fact make sure your air tickets are included in the package deal as well.
NEGOTIATE WITH HOTELS
Generally all hotels will give you discounts on groups of ten or more. If you are not good at bargaining, talk to an experienced travel coordinator; they have good negotiation skills. But beware of group deals - they may or may not end up being a bargain, depending on the place.
PLAN WITH THE GUESTS
The guests are an integral part of your wedding plan. If your guests travel plans don't match yours it will inhibit you from making the most of a relaxed wedding. Make sure they find suitable accommodations.
WEDDING PLANNER
Most resorts all over the Caribbean now have wedding planning services. Planners help you coordinate and take care of legal issues in hotel contracts and such. You need help negotiating prices and deals. So if you think you need assistance in these areas, get yourself a wedding planner service.
ASK FOR PICTURES
When you are discussing room bookings, ask the hotel manager to email you pictures of the suite as well as other locations such as the chapel, or ballroom. The idea is to have a clear picture of what you are in for.
WEDDING PHOTOS
Make sure you have the hotel pick you a reliable wedding photographer. Look at portfolios of recommended photographers. The Caribbean islands have a selection of professional wedding photographers who can take candid and creative photographs of your wedding celebrations. So you have someone who can capture the essence of your destination wedding.
Whether you wish for a wedding in one of the 700 islands of Bahamas in beautifully preserved royal mansions and churches, or you need a VIP style honeymoon with a variety of options ranging from sight seeing to shopping, the Caribbean has something to offer for your exact taste.
There are the US Virgin Islands renowned for destination weddings and ideal for a relaxing time with your loved one around all the scenic natural beauty.
Then there is Jamaica, for those who want to celebrate their wedding amidst beautiful landscape and have the urge to explore the various cultural traditions prevalent there.
In a nutshell it means that no matter what kind of destination wedding you are looking for, the Caribbean landscapes will fit right in.
DESTINATION WEDDING CHECKLIST
There are a few things you should remember before you start packing.
ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGES
Always look for all-inclusive wedding packages - the packages save you a lot of trouble and money. In fact make sure your air tickets are included in the package deal as well.
NEGOTIATE WITH HOTELS
Generally all hotels will give you discounts on groups of ten or more. If you are not good at bargaining, talk to an experienced travel coordinator; they have good negotiation skills. But beware of group deals - they may or may not end up being a bargain, depending on the place.
PLAN WITH THE GUESTS
The guests are an integral part of your wedding plan. If your guests travel plans don't match yours it will inhibit you from making the most of a relaxed wedding. Make sure they find suitable accommodations.
WEDDING PLANNER
Most resorts all over the Caribbean now have wedding planning services. Planners help you coordinate and take care of legal issues in hotel contracts and such. You need help negotiating prices and deals. So if you think you need assistance in these areas, get yourself a wedding planner service.
ASK FOR PICTURES
When you are discussing room bookings, ask the hotel manager to email you pictures of the suite as well as other locations such as the chapel, or ballroom. The idea is to have a clear picture of what you are in for.
WEDDING PHOTOS
Make sure you have the hotel pick you a reliable wedding photographer. Look at portfolios of recommended photographers. The Caribbean islands have a selection of professional wedding photographers who can take candid and creative photographs of your wedding celebrations. So you have someone who can capture the essence of your destination wedding.