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Destination Wedding Budgeting Tips From Destination Wedding Photographer
Destination weddings have quickly become a trendy choice amongst couples. While they cross off bucket list locations, they can also make life-changing decisions in beautiful places. If you’re considering a destination wedding for your big day but unsure how to swing it financially, I’ve got you covered. As a destination wedding photographer, I’ve listed my top tips to make your wedding day affordable and your most incredible adventure yet.
Define Your Priorities
First, on your wedding planning journey, sit down with your partner and figure out what matters most. Throughout the planning, you’ll encounter more than you ever imagined. Weddings are essentially huge parties that come with a lot of strings and planning. What stands out when you close your eyes and imagine your wedding day? Those are the things that you should focus on. Most couples spend much of their budget on the venue, photography, and travel. However, the beauty of a destination wedding is you can plan it however you choose. If you’re getting married on the beach and don’t need a venue, that saves you some money. It all comes down to what’s important to you and your partner.
Research and Compare Locations – Destination Wedding Photographer’s Advice
As mentioned, a venue can consume a significant amount of your budget. Do your research! Ask local photographers and other vendors for their advice if you’re looking for a specific look for your wedding day, especially if you’re planning to travel outside the country, where planning a venue tour may be more challenging. Throughout my experience as a destination wedding photographer, I would encourage you to list the top three to five venues you have your eye on. Then, when it comes time to communicate with them, pick a date, and discuss packages, you have options.
Time of Year Can Dictate Travel Cost
Depending on where you’re dreaming of saying I do, costs can be lower during specific times of the year! For example, if you’re considering Hawaii for your destination wedding, April through June and mid-August through mid-September are said to be cheaper as that’s their ‘off-season.’ Consider being a little bit flexible with your wedding date if you’re looking to plan a destination wedding. If you’re willing to plan your wedding by the time of year for lower travel costs, you could save a considerable amount of money. My favorite hack is to use Google Flights. Google will alert you when flights pop up at lower rates, ensuring you never miss the best deal.
Lower Guest Count – Destination Wedding Photographer
Planning a bigger wedding with more guests usually costs a little more. Some venues charge more depending on the size of your wedding, and you’ll have to pay for more food! Consider narrowing down your guest count to the people you can’t imagine your day without. Invite your close family and host a party for those who couldn’t make it after the wedding and you’ve come home! This allows them to be a part of the festivities and keep your wedding budget down.
Ask Locals for Guidance – Destination Wedding Photographer
Destination weddings are no easy feat, especially if you’re traveling abroad. Contact locals and ask for their advice; they will have the best insights! Join Facebook groups, make connections on Instagram, and let Google be your guide. Some so many people would love to help plan your big day and make things easier; let them! After all, they live there and will know where to get married and who to have on their side.
DIY What You Can
While this may seem unpopular, you can save tons of money making things yourself! Especially if you value the adventure more than the small details. Instead of booking a florist to create your bouquet, you might go to a local grocery store, grab some florals, and make your own. Perhaps you do your hair and makeup instead of hiring a vendor to do it for you. There are quite a few options of things you can do yourself to save a few bucks. Get creative!
Think about Non-Traditional Venues
Remember how I mentioned getting married on the beach? Consider non-traditional venues for your destination wedding. Often, they are less expensive and easier to book! National park weddings have become incredibly popular for their adventure and breathtaking views. If you want to get married in Glacier National Park, the application is only $125! Destination weddings can indeed be anything you want them to be.
Hopefully, these tips will make planning your destination wedding easier and more affordable! For more wedding planning tips, visit the blog!
Ready to meet your dream destination wedding photographer? Get in touch!
Destination weddings have quickly become a trendy choice amongst couples. While they cross off bucket list locations, they can also make life-changing decisions in beautiful places. If you’re considering a destination wedding for your big day but unsure how to swing it financially, I’ve got you covered. As a destination wedding photographer, I’ve listed my top tips to make your wedding day affordable and your most incredible adventure yet.
Define Your Priorities
First, on your wedding planning journey, sit down with your partner and figure out what matters most. Throughout the planning, you’ll encounter more than you ever imagined. Weddings are essentially huge parties that come with a lot of strings and planning. What stands out when you close your eyes and imagine your wedding day? Those are the things that you should focus on. Most couples spend much of their budget on the venue, photography, and travel. However, the beauty of a destination wedding is you can plan it however you choose. If you’re getting married on the beach and don’t need a venue, that saves you some money. It all comes down to what’s important to you and your partner.
Research and Compare Locations – Destination Wedding Photographer’s Advice
As mentioned, a venue can consume a significant amount of your budget. Do your research! Ask local photographers and other vendors for their advice if you’re looking for a specific look for your wedding day, especially if you’re planning to travel outside the country, where planning a venue tour may be more challenging. Throughout my experience as a destination wedding photographer, I would encourage you to list the top three to five venues you have your eye on. Then, when it comes time to communicate with them, pick a date, and discuss packages, you have options.
Time of Year Can Dictate Travel Cost
Depending on where you’re dreaming of saying I do, costs can be lower during specific times of the year! For example, if you’re considering Hawaii for your destination wedding, April through June and mid-August through mid-September are said to be cheaper as that’s their ‘off-season.’ Consider being a little bit flexible with your wedding date if you’re looking to plan a destination wedding. If you’re willing to plan your wedding by the time of year for lower travel costs, you could save a considerable amount of money. My favorite hack is to use Google Flights. Google will alert you when flights pop up at lower rates, ensuring you never miss the best deal.
Lower Guest Count – Destination Wedding Photographer
Planning a bigger wedding with more guests usually costs a little more. Some venues charge more depending on the size of your wedding, and you’ll have to pay for more food! Consider narrowing down your guest count to the people you can’t imagine your day without. Invite your close family and host a party for those who couldn’t make it after the wedding and you’ve come home! This allows them to be a part of the festivities and keep your wedding budget down.
Ask Locals for Guidance – Destination Wedding Photographer
Destination weddings are no easy feat, especially if you’re traveling abroad. Contact locals and ask for their advice; they will have the best insights! Join Facebook groups, make connections on Instagram, and let Google be your guide. Some so many people would love to help plan your big day and make things easier; let them! After all, they live there and will know where to get married and who to have on their side.
DIY What You Can
While this may seem unpopular, you can save tons of money making things yourself! Especially if you value the adventure more than the small details. Instead of booking a florist to create your bouquet, you might go to a local grocery store, grab some florals, and make your own. Perhaps you do your hair and makeup instead of hiring a vendor to do it for you. There are quite a few options of things you can do yourself to save a few bucks. Get creative!
Think about Non-Traditional Venues
Remember how I mentioned getting married on the beach? Consider non-traditional venues for your destination wedding. Often, they are less expensive and easier to book! National park weddings have become incredibly popular for their adventure and breathtaking views. If you want to get married in Glacier National Park, the application is only $125! Destination weddings can indeed be anything you want them to be.
Hopefully, these tips will make planning your destination wedding easier and more affordable! For more wedding planning tips, visit the blog!
Ready to meet your dream destination wedding photographer? Get in touch!
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