Decide on a location that fits your overall tone of activities and personal aesthetic. For example, select a destination that holds special sentimental value for you or one that fits well with your hobbies and interests. For example, if you are foodies, you could go for  an amazing villa in Tuscany and enjoy amazing cellar wines and mouth-watering local dishes .

When planning a destination wedding, timing is key. Since usually the most favorable weather in popular vacation destinations correlates with the tourist season, the rates are higher, the venue and hotel availability lower, so make sure that you make your reservations as soon as possible.

Since a destination wedding can be far more expensive than a regular one, make sure you inform your wedding guests about the date and location of the event at least 8 months ahead of time so they can get optimum deals on flights and accommodation.

Create a wedding website and make it easier for them to acquire all the important details in one place.

Make a realistic budget about the additional costs of a destination wedding such as importing key vendors and decor, welcome bags for guests, other guest activities and travel costs for you and your closest family members.

Different countries have different legislation about getting married. For example, many countries have a residency requirement meaning that a person should reside in the country for a specific length of time before the ceremony takes place, so make sure that your wedding planner provides you with all the necessary information.

This tip is essential and can save up a lot of money as well as save up a big amount of wedding planning and stress-  take a trip to scout and formally book your venues as well as to meet in person with your local suppliers, from caterers to stylists and beauty advisors.

It’s essential to think of the unexpected when planning a destination wedding. Consider the natural phenomena and decide on a backup plan with your wedding planner and venue. Other factors to think about are lighting , sounds and animals of nature and designated wedding attire, footwear and hairdo. ( think of the humid, tropical weather or an oceanfront ceremony) and make sure to let your guests in on that information, too.

Last but not least.

As hard as it can be, try not to stress over the pace you expect things to happen within. Know that many remote places run on a more laid-back, slow pace and avoid the trap of remote micromanaging. Trust your planner and schedule regular check-ins with them to ensure that everything is running as it should.