If you’ve made the choice to have a destination wedding, you’re in for the experience of a lifetime. But here’s how to get the most out of your trip. Get off the resort If you’re having a resort wedding, be sure to get off the property once or twice to enjoy your host country. Plan an excursion (with just your partner, or ask your guests to come along), enjoy a nice restaurant, hit a club or explore a local city. This, of course, should be done only in safe areas. Speak to your concierge about the best places to visit, where you’ll be immersed in the country’s culture, while also staying safe. As you explore the area, look for wedding favours for your guests—like local coffee, alcohol or jewelry. Invest in good photography This once-in-a-lifetime trip deserves to be captured properly. Hire a great wedding photographer to snap beautiful photos. If possible, do a pre-wedding...

When you’re knee-deep in planning a wedding, you can easily get wrapped up in all the details and forget to have fun. So today, it’s time to talk about honeymoons! Your honeymoon is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will cherish forever. It’s a time to relax, unwind, and have fun with your partner following months of stressful wedding planning. To help you stay organized when planning the perfect much-needed escape, we’ve created a checklist for planning the ultimate stress-free honeymoon. Determine your honeymoon budget Money talk can be tough, but having a budget for your honeymoon is essential. It will help you plan everything from flights to accommodation, meals, and activities. Decide how much you want to spend on your trip and allocate the budget accordingly. Be sure to factor in all the costs, including travel insurance, visas, and taxes. Choose your honeymoon destination Choosing where to go can be difficult because there are countless incredible...

When it comes to destination wedding décor, it’s often based on how much you can carry. Really. Sometimes your only décor options are what fits in your suitcase. Other times, your resort or property will be fully stocked with an abundance of beautiful options. Either way, creating your dream wedding day is tough from thousands of kilometres away. Stick to these rules to get started. Speak to your on-site wedding planner and ask all the questions. They are your eyes and ears on the ground. They will walk you through all your décor options and tell you what you should and shouldn’t bring with you. If you’re having a resort wedding, be sure to meet with your planner as soon as you can after you arrive. Go through your selections to be sure everything looks the way you want. When florals are an option, more is better (within your budget, of course). If...