Helpful Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Wedding Destination Resort

Are you dreaming of walking down the aisle in a tropical paradise? We don’t blame you and we wanted to give you some guidance when it comes to choosing the perfect destination wedding resort and venue. Whether you’re looking for an intimate wedding venue or a larger venue for a wedding ceremony, we have you covered.

Your Vision

The first thing we want to get right is how you see your special day playing out. Do you see sandy shores and crashing waves? Do you see mountain tops and lush green forests? Deciding the destination and making sure it’s exactly what you envision is your number one priority, and then all the details follow.

The Venue

Once you have your vision, you will want to decide on the venues for your special occasion. You may have one thing in mind for your wedding and another in mind for your reception, and the best part is, both of those can work. Deciding on a venue sets the stage for how your day will play out and can also determine so many other defining details like guest list size, flow, staffing, and so forth. Very often, one property can have anywhere between 1-4 different venues. So, whatever you have in mind, you can usually bring it to life just how you imagined it.

Budget

When it comes to the pricing of destination weddings, a lot of times it can be quite comparable to having your wedding in the U.S. When you add up all the details and factors that go into wedding planning, it adds up quickly. When you have your wedding at an all-inclusive resort, more often than not, they have all the services included such as a florist, catering, photographer and videographer, etc. Most resorts are also comparable to one another to remain competitive. So, when it comes down to it, a destination wedding seems within arm’s reach when it comes to pricing.

Extended Wedding Day

Another benefit to choosing a destination wedding is you’re away for an extended period of time. When you get married in the U.S., your wedding lasts a day, one and done and it’s over. When you plan a destination wedding, however, you often stay longer and friends and family will vacation to make the most out of the event. For many couples, it also makes it very easy to transition right into your honeymoon because you are already away, making the whole experience one long and relaxing moment to remember.

New Trends

With COVID, obviously, destination weddings have been impacted. The biggest factors are attendance, with capacities being cut in order to maintain social distancing. This has created a more intimate feeling around destination weddings, and really making sure the people you want to be there are there. Making sure you are careful of travel restrictions when planning your wedding will only work to your benefit.

When it comes to wedding venues in Los Angeles, there are many event spaces that can give you a little piece of paradise while right here in California. At Piovra Group, we have an extensive list of venues we work with directly and can always discuss further details to bring your day to life exactly how you envision it. There are so many factors that go into planning a wedding and we want to make sure we are making it as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you think there are far more details to coordinate when it comes to a destination wedding?
A: No. Due to the fact that most destination wedding locations have so many services included, a lot of times it’s a one-stop-shop and can be easier than coordinating all the moving parts of a wedding in the U.S.

Q: Do you think a destination wedding makes it harder for guests?
A: Not if you’re organized. Giving your guests plenty of time to plan and budget makes it easier on them. Plus, many times guests look at destination weddings as a vacation for them too. We say it’s your day and you should go for it.

Q: If we know the destination, we have in mind but need help coordinating all the other details, can you help with that?
A: Yes, we can. Being in this industry for years, we can help coordinate all details of your wedding day from start to finish.