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I have my heart set on a destination wedding, family disagrees?
June 18th, 2010 | 
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My boyfriend is about to propose, (we’re not into surprises, although I don’t know where or how it will happen, I know it will soon), and brought up the idea of a destination wedding to his family. I did not want him to bring it up until we were officially engaged, but he did anyway. I wanted to wait until I had all my facts, costs and reasons ready to present to both families before anyone had a cow over it. I have been doing research on these types of weddings, and find that my heart is set on one. My BF was on the same page, until talking to his family who are giving him all the reasons why we shouldn’t do a DW. They’ve convinced him that great friends, family and others won’t come due to costs and reminded him that we’ve put in a lot of money for their weddings on gifts, etc. Me being a budget friendly lady myself, I am only researching islands and resorts that are not expensive to fly to, and are reasonably priced for guests. I even talked to reps at these places who said when we are ready, we can talk about packages that could be even more reasonable. The idea of having the "same old type of wedding" at home makes me sick. I’ve always loved the islands and the idea of being married on a beautiful beach. I don’t care about getting gifts, or money. I just want to marry the man I love in the most romantic place on Earth. Advice?
BTW-I plan weddings myself so I’m aware of residency rules the islands have, peak time cost, all the red tape, etc. Thanks!
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Destination Weddings From Family/Guests Perspective?
Now understand from the bridal couple’s point of view how exotic & romantic a destination wedding is….my question is directed at family & friends of these ‘destination’ couples…..how do you feel from a financial point of view in attending one of these, especially if it’s for a close family member….would/could you drop a few thousand on transportation & accomodations to see a 20 minute ceremony with a sit down dinner afterwards? Have any of you been unable to see a sibling or relative marry because of lack of finances in attending? Are there any parents of brides & grooms who couldn’t attend their own kid’s wedding because it was a destination wedding and they just couldn’t afford it?…I’d like to hear some honest opinions on this…..all responses welcomed, especially those who were expected to pay their own way and for their own accomodations…..and those who have attended such affairs.
No one is talking about minimizing the importance of the wedding ceremony..some are short, others are not, all are equally special..I’m takling about all the money involved in getting to it and attending it…THAT is the jist of my question, NOT whether the ceremony is any less important because of how long it is or where it takes place…….
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Does anyone have ideas for a small second wedding ceremony?
I am planning to get married again in a few months. I want something very small ( maybe just me & him) and simple, yet intimate & memorable also. I am also on a very limited budget (around 00.00). I know it can be done. I just don’t really know how to pull it all together. I have thought about a destination wedding such as Gatlinburg, TN or Florida, maybe even the mountain region of Alabama. I live in MS so these are close by. But I would also love to have a small wedding here with our families if I could figure out how to pull it off. I need ideas for the location, reception, & ceremony – to make it romantic & memorable. I have 3 children that I would love to include in some way. But I don’t have alot of money for fancy clothes, flowers,lots of food, & all the other wedding stuff. I’m not working, going to college & money is tight. Any responses are appreciated. Thanks for helping plan my wedding!
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What venues provide the best destination weddings in jamaica?
I want to have a destination wedding in jamaica but I am undecided on what resort to choose. I’m only inviting no more than ten people to joy our wedding. Since I don’t get to vacation much or spend a lot of money in a week, I want to make sure I choice the best place to enjoy my wedding. If you been to jamaica how was your experience.