Destination Weddings – The Perfect Backdrop For Small, Intimate Weddings

The destination wedding continues to grow in popularity, both in the United States and abroad. With more engaged couples adopting a “less is more” attitude towards wedding planning, a small, destination wedding is the perfect solution for a low stress, highly memorable wedding day. This leaves new couples with more energy and money to use on the all inclusive honeymoon of their choice.

The idea of Caribbean weddings is attractive to many couples. In 2004, the Association for Wedding Professionals International stated that destination weddings account for over roughly 18 percent of all weddings. For couples seeking a wedding day which is both fun and romantic, a destination wedding is a solid choice. Most large hotels and resorts have their own wedding planners who are generally free of charge, provided that all services are arranged through the hotel. This can make long distance wedding planning much easier, as the wedding planner will be able to suggest flowers, music, celebrants and photographers to suit your individual tastes and, more importantly, your budget.

With so many all inclusive resorts in Jamaica, family and other loved ones traveling to the wedding will not only have the chance to share your wedding day, but they will also have time for a vacation of their own. With the wedding guests staying in close proximity to one another there is a greater chance that newly acquainted friends and relatives will form lasting friendships after returning to their respective hometowns. In the strained economy, many couples have also chosen not to register for wedding gifts, telling guests that their presence is gift enough and one that will last for many years to come.

Many couples have opted for a destination wedding after doing the math and realizing that a large wedding in their hometown was not a financially viable option. If you plan ahead and read your contract carefully, there should be no hidden costs on your wedding day. Many destination wedding venues have this down to an art, and even have a backup venue should you experience rain on your wedding day and need to move elsewhere.

Another way to pass on savings to your guests is to find out if the resort offers special discounts for weddings guests. In this competitive market most resorts offer some type of reduced rate so be sure to ask. Also, connect your guests. Think of asking friends or family of similar ages and interests to share rooms. Lastly, remember to have fun and don’t worry about the small mishaps that pop up at any important event. Your hair falling out of place while you’re dancing will only make your smile brighter in the photographs.

Ready to plan your all inclusive honeymoon or Caribbean weddings at one of the all inclusive resorts in Jamaica? Contact Super Clubs for more information of making the most of your wedding or honeymoon.

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Cheap destination wedding no passport?

Hello, My boyfriend and I decided to get married. We want to get married in late february like 21st-28th. Anyway, we are looking for an inexpensive destination wedding like less than a $1000 each/ person. Anyway, If anyone can help please respond. We are on a serious budget and would like to get married on the beach if possible.

Would you like to take your significant other to a romantic destination? If you can afford to take an extra day or two to do more than just dinner, there are a great many East coast destinations all within a couple hours of each other that are wonderful in the winter.

Although it can be blustery cold in late fall and winter, New York City can be a very romantic place for couples. Many couples could use a relationship refresher, and what better way to get back to basics than with a romantic spring-time stroll through Central Park or a horse-and-buggy ride instead? Close by is Rockefeller Center, where, in the late fall and winter, you can ice skate on the open-air rink below the flags of the world and all of the sightseers on the street. Top this off with a cup of steamy cocoa or some hot, sweet peanuts or almonds from the street vendor and you have a very romantic, enjoyable afternoon for not a lot of money.

Of course, New York hotels do not come cheap and a wonderful dinner that evening is a must. If you enjoy being downtown when you visit New York, the Soho Grand is a simple, boutique hotel that is even pet friendly should you need to bring a non-human significant other. It will not be cheap, but the room does come with a complimentary pet goldfish upon request! The Tribeca Grand is its sister hotel, and if you choose to stay in this area you can visit Robert DeNiro’s restaurant while you are in the area. Another unique and romantic suggestion is to dine on a yacht. New York’s harbors boast wonderful dining aboard ships that sail around the island of Manhattan while you feast. What a memorable dinner that would be! The typical visitor to New York would, of course, make sure to see a show on Broadway after dinner or after their day out and about on the streets of New York. Certainly, there is plenty to choose from if you decide to choose this city that never sleeps for your getaway.

Another wonderful but completely different East coast destination is the Pennsylvania Pocono Mountains. Only two and a half hours from New York City, the Poconos offers beautiful scenery and plenty to do either during the spring and summer months or during winter. Depending on the town, it is full of quaint little shops and big manufacturing operations that offer everything from antiques to chocolates to candles. If you enjoy taking scenic rides and shopping ‘til you drop, this could be just the perfect destination.

If you are more of an outdoors type, the Pennsylvania Poconos offers some very good skiing to keep you active through both day and night. Some of the resorts offer lodges with fireside dining and lovely villas to come home to after a full day of snow and sun. Some of the villas come with their own private hot tubs, and we know how romantic a hot tub can be!

Perhaps you would rather have everything included in your short time away? There are a number of romantic, all-inclusive resorts in the mountains of Pennsylvania that have made the Poconos a favorite with honeymooners on the East coast. Caesars Pocono Resort and Cove Haven are just two of the resorts that offer secluded, top-notch room selections. Depending on how much you are willing to spend, you can even book a room with its own private swimming pool! If you don’t want to go quite that crazy, most rooms come with fireplaces and heart-shaped Jacuzzi tubs, room service and complimentary champagne, and some have saunas and round, mirrored beds as well. It’s all about togetherness at these resorts, and they cater to the couple. What more can you ask for from a romantic destination?

Another top destination for romance on the east is the New England shore towns. Believe it or not, the shoreline can be extremely romantic even during the winter months. The towns are no longer full of the music and festivities of the summer, and long gone are the young and loud partygoers. Instead, you are left with the quiet calm of the locals, many of whom operate bed and breakfast inns throughout the year. You can still enjoy an amazing seafood feast in the later fall and winter months; the difference is that it is prepared in front of a fireplace at a bed and breakfast, rather than al fresco at some seaside cabana. While the latter is fine when you are sunning with family and friends, it can be quite relaxing and romantic to enjoy a bowl of hot chowder and fine sea fare at dinner, prepared in someone’s home with the utmost care, knowing that a four-poster, warm quilted bed awaits you in this old farmhouse by the sea when you are ready to retire.

No matter which city or resort you choose, you really cannot go wrong with any one of these romantic East coast destinations.

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