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The Advantages of a Destination Wedding

Destination weddings are becoming more popular because they offer many unique advantages over traditional weddings. An estimated 25 percent of couples choose to say "I do" in a far-flung location. They are also incredibly romantic, allowing the bride and groom to enjoy their time together without worrying about many logistical details.

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How Much Does it Cost to Attend a Destination Wedding?

What do you get when you combine love, travel, and a whole bunch of family members? A destination wedding!

Destination weddings are a great way to get together with loved ones while celebrating the love of two people. Many couples choose to have their wedding in a place they've always wanted to visit, or one that has special meaning for them—but it can take a lot of work to know what such a wedding will cost you as a guest.

The average cost of attending a destination wedding is about $1,000 per person—and that's not including airfare or lodging. We also have to consider other forms of transportation, food/drinks for the duration of the trip, activities, and extra cash for incidentals like souvenirs or gifts for your host couple. But before you throw your hands up in despair, let's talk about how to save some money on each of these costs as a guest—because there are definitely ways!

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Your 'Dolce Vita' Wedding In Tuscany

A wedding in Tuscany can be simple, intimate, rustic, luxurious… Venue options are endless, from farmhouses with breathtaking vineyard views to majestic villas with lush gardens. With the rise of the destinations' popularity, more and more estates and owners are jumping on board. There are infinite venue options, so we've carefully selected our top picks.

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5 Benefits of Hiring a Travel Advisor for Your Destination Wedding

Exchanging vows in a picturesque locale or your dream destination is a surefire way to take your wedding to the next level and make it a day to remember - not just for you and your significant other, but for your guests as well. On the other side of the coin, however, pulling off all your wedding plans in an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar staff could equally be next-level stressful. That’s where hiring a travel advisor comes in. 

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7 Things You Should Know About Traveling To Portugal

Our travel partner Danilo Cerqueira from Tempo VIP gives us the inside scoop on all things Portugal. Danilo shares the ins and outs of how to make the most of your time in Portugal sharing tips on when to visit, how long you should plan to stay, how to get around and some great places to explore while you are visiting.

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Destination Wedding 101: Working with Your Onsite Wedding Team (Part II) Carolina Villalobos, Wedding Manager at Secrets Moxché & Secrets Impression Moxché Playa Del Carmen

After a recent site visit to one of the newest openings in Playa Del Carmen, we interviewed Carolina Villalobos, Wedding Manager at Secrets Moxché & Secrets Impression Moxché Playa Del Carmen, with some of your frequently asked questions about what it’s like to work with a wedding coordinator at a luxury all-inclusive resort in Mexico. Find out how the wedding coordinators work with couples to make their dream destination wedding a reality and what some of the most common misconceptions are.

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Destination Wedding 101: Working with Your Onsite Wedding Team (Part I) Ana Tiznado, Corporate Wedding Manager for Grand Velas

We interviewed Ana Tiznado, Corporate Wedding Manager, at Velas Resorts, with some of your burning questions about what it’s like to work with a wedding coordinator at a luxury all-inclusive resort in Mexico. Find out how the wedding coordinators work with couples to make their dream destination wedding a reality and what some of the most common misconceptions are.

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8 Domestic Hideaways You Haven’t Thought About

When you have time for a getaway, it’s natural to want to whisk off to somewhere in Europe to find a quaint town or to the Caribbean to find pristine beaches. But there are fabulous domestic locations that rival the beauty of faraway lands. Here are eight domestic hideaways you haven’t thought about for a variety of tastes, so everyone can find a place they love.

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