| #ffffff;" /> | | | | In the Caribbean, you have many great resorts to |
| If you want to forego the traditional wedding back | | | | choose from. Most are luxury in nature, but come with |
| home, you may be interested in having a destination | | | | an affordable price tag. Basically, what you are looking |
| wedding in the Caribbean. The Caribbean and | | | | for is a resort that does offer onsite weddings and a |
| destination weddings are literally the perfect fit. You | | | | resort that “speaks to you.” After all, |
| get the warm, sunny, and tropical weather, along with | | | | you are looking for that perfect fit in terms of wants, |
| luxury all-inclusive resorts, beautiful beaches, and clear | | | | needs, and appearances. |
| waters. Talk about a picture-perfect special day. | | | | Question:: Do I need to combine my wedding and |
| The thing about destination weddings is that they are | | | | honeymoon? |
| memorable and once in a lifetime events, but they can | | | | Answer: Many brides and grooms combine their |
| be a little nerve-racking to plan. After all, you might live | | | | Caribbean destination weddings with their honeymoons |
| thousands of miles away from your anticipated | | | | to save time and eliminate hassle. If you |
| wedding venue. If you have questions on how the | | | | weren’t already aware, all-inclusive resorts are |
| process works (it is normal to have these questions | | | | jammed packed full of activities so you won’t |
| and more), keep reading on to find some helpful | | | | be bored for even one second. Moreover, adding your |
| answers. | | | | honeymoon to the trip will extend the length of your |
| Question: What exactly is a destination wedding travel | | | | stay and this might qualify for you for a free standard |
| package? | | | | wedding ceremony or make you eligible for additional |
| Answer: Honestly, it just like any other all-inclusive | | | | discounts. |
| travel package but a wedding is added in. As for the | | | | Question: Do some all-inclusive resorts really offer free |
| traditional all-inclusive part, your reservation at a resort | | | | weddings? |
| should take care of your food, drinks, tips, room or | | | | Answer: Yes, some resorts do offer guests a free |
| suite, airport transfers that qualify, and a lot of different | | | | standard wedding ceremony. In most cases, you just |
| types of onsite entertainment. Once you let the resort | | | | need to make sure you meet their minimum stay |
| know that you are interested in having a destination | | | | requirements, which might be three or five nights. Even |
| wedding, the cost of that wedding will be added to | | | | when opting for this free wedding, should it be |
| your trip, giving you a destination wedding travel | | | | available, be sure to speak with the resort to get your |
| package! | | | | plans made ahead of time. As stated above, if you |
| Question: How much do all-inclusive wedding packages | | | | don’t want to settle for a standard run of the |
| cost? | | | | mill wedding, all resorts should have a list of extra |
| Answer: It is difficult to give you an exact cost. You | | | | upgrades for an affordable price. |
| can visit an all-inclusive Caribbean resort website and | | | | Question: How hard is it to plan a wedding reception |
| run a quote check to get the estimated cost of your | | | | for friends and family? |
| all-inclusive package that includes your room or suite, | | | | Answer: You should get a wedding planner provided |
| airport transfers, entertainment, meals, snacks, and | | | | through the resort; therefore, it won’t be too |
| drinks. You will need to contact the resort in question | | | | hard to plan your destination wedding, reception and all. |
| to inquire about their wedding fees. Some resorts do | | | | On that same note, know that it might be hard to |
| provide you with a free wedding ceremony provided | | | | arrange travel for your guests. Give your guests |
| you meet their stay requirements. Upgrades are | | | | adequate notice so that those on a strict budget are |
| available for more elegant ceremonies and onsite | | | | able to save for travel. Moreover, remember your |
| receptions. However, you are typically responsible for | | | | guests will need a passport for travel to and from the |
| all the fees associated with legalizing a marriage in a | | | | United States. It is your decision if you want these |
| foreign country. | | | | guests to stay at the same resort as you. If you would |
| Question: What type of all-inclusive resort should I | | | | prefer to not run into your parents on your |
| choose for my destination wedding? | | | | honeymoon, try and get them situated at a nearby |
| Answer: You need to make the decision for yourself. | | | | hotel or resort. |