{"id":12958,"date":"2016-08-07T14:12:40","date_gmt":"2016-08-07T21:12:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lizmooredestinationweddings.com\/old-site\/?p=12958"},"modified":"2016-08-07T14:12:40","modified_gmt":"2016-08-07T21:12:40","slug":"future-destination-bride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lizmooredestinationweddings.com\/old-site\/future-destination-bride\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tips for the Future Destination Bride"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Tips for the Future Destination Bride
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By Nata DiBartolomeo<\/em><\/p>\n

Here are my story and advice for a Future Destination Bride<\/h3>\n

Primarily, after getting engaged the idea of doing a destination wedding became more prominent in the following weeks to come. Through our research, in where to hold our event, we came across an excellent company – Liz Moore Destination Weddings<\/strong>. Through the process, we were thrilled with the notion that Zackary Leblanc-Amato<\/a> would be our agent. He helped me, and I would recommend him to any future destination bride.<\/p>\n

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As a bride, thinking that a destination wedding would be easier, is somewhat of a misconception in the sense where \u201cbride stresses\u201d are still there. I tried to make every step as easy as possible for my guests. Especially knowing that paying a large sum of money to be there for our big day is a big commitment. Fortunately, we had an incredible company that was trained and experienced with the process and stresses that came with organizing a group.<\/p>\n

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The Big Day for a Future Destination Bride<\/h3>\n

Through the wedding planning process, we became friends with Zack and invited him to our wedding where he gladly accepted. As I woke in the morning, I made myself busy and made some necessary changes for that day. For example, I delayed hair appointments for myself and the bridal party. That way, we could enjoy a relaxing day in the sun with my people.<\/p>\n

The call to walk down the aisle had arrived, and I was super nervous. At this point, my feet were killing, and I was more worried about my beautiful shoes getting ruined. So, I whipped them off and decided right then and there to walk barefoot;<\/strong> best thing I ever did<\/em>.\u00a0 The rain held out for my walk down the aisle, and a rainbow appeared. This situation gave me a moment of clarity that this was the best day of my life. The ceremony was beautiful, and although it was very windy, it ended with a forever kiss and an excited bride and groom who will spend the rest of their lives as husband and wife.<\/p>\n

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The Reception for a Future Destination Bride<\/h3>\n

On our way to the cocktail hour the rain was cooperative and not only did we get some magical pictures, but the party had officially started. Furthermore, before being announced into the reception area, all of a sudden a big gust of the wind along with a downpour. It drenched my husband and me, along with all of our guests. At that moment I had to make the fateful decision and tell my wedding coordinator that we needed to be move\u00a0inside. The reception, which was my favourite part – oppose to marrying my love \u2013 was rained on and unable to accommodate my party.<\/p>\n

Zack quickly took charge of the situation and gave me a bit of bliss and relief making my night sparkle by candlelight, the way I wanted it too. The staff was able to move everything safely\u00a0and quickly, to give us the reception of a lifetime.<\/p>\n

I recommend the Dreams Riviera Cancun to anyone who is looking for a great adventure and the wedding they feel that they deserve. Furthermore, here are my tips for a future destination bride.<\/p>\n

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Tips from one destination bride to another:<\/h2>\n
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  1. Pick a destination that YOU want.<\/strong> \u2013 Don\u2019t try to please everyone because you won\u2019t; someone will always have something to say.<\/em><\/li>\n
  2. Don\u2019t worry if everyone you want to be there decides they\u2019re unable to make it<\/strong>. \u2013 Life happens and you can\u2019t help that.<\/em><\/li>\n
  3. Trust your Destination Wedding Agent.<\/strong> \u2013 Notably, he\/she are there to help you and are there for you when you need them.<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  4. Make your vision clear with your assigned wedding coordinator.<\/strong> \u2013 In the greater scheme of things they are there to sell you a service, so don\u2019t be shy to ask questions and demand what you want (after all it’s your wedding).<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  5. Try and bring someone with you to make them in charge of your wedding coordinator.<\/strong> \u2013 It could be a friend or a family member or maid of honour (bridal party member), whoever can take charge. You don\u2019t want to be the one making all the decisions during your days there and on your wedding day. This way, it\u2019s easier to have someone by your side helping with the rational\/ logical decisions and fine details. And, to keep your wedding coordinator in check. (Let\u2019s be honest unless your fianc\u00e9 is hands on, he\u2019ll be drinking with everyone like mine did. But I love him just the same, and I wanted control).<\/em><\/em>\u00a0\"Kirton_Art-34\"<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. I\u2019m going to say, try not to stress, but I know you will.<\/strong> \u2013 What\u2019s perfect about this experience is that you\u2019ll be marrying the love of your life. Therefore, the material things don\u2019t matter as much.<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  7. Every bride goes through and feels the same way as you.<\/strong> \u2013 Moreover, reach out to past brides and ask them how they dealt with the process and stresses of being a bride. It will help put things into perspective for you and ease your mind because it will be going 100 miles\/hour.<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  8. A destination wedding holds the same stress as a wedding here.<\/strong> \u2013 Therefore, it is a little easier but doesn’t blindside\u00a0as planning and organizing, and email follow-ups are all part of the process. As a side note, you can make your destination wedding more cost \u2013efficient than an at-home wedding, which is a bonus. Notably, you get a vacation for a week with your favourite people).<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  9. Don\u2019t be upset if you are the only one thinking, \u201cthis is my wedding, not a vacation\u201d.<\/strong> \u2013 Importantly,<\/em> enjoy the fact that all these people are there for you and your fianc\u00e9 and are having a blast because of you. It\u2019s just your stress and nerves talking. Unwind, enjoy the fun. Therefore, don\u2019t back away from your guests, they want you to be happy and having fun too.<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n
  10. Try to stay a couple of extra days after the week you\u2019re all there.<\/strong> – All though you love everyone who was there for you, you\u2019re going to want to spend some time alone with your new husband and unwind from everything that just happened. Including – planning, organizing, stressing, crying, drama, etc. Sure enough, it will go by super fast, so catch yourself. Remember to stop for at least one moment to take it all in.<\/em><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Love always,
    \nNata DiBartolomeo<\/p>\n

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    In Conclusion,<\/h3>\n

    Importantly, we want to thank our guest writer Nata DiBartolomeo for her tips for the future destination bride. Ultimately, we hope you found these unique and if you want to hear more from Nata, let us know!<\/p>\n

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    Paige Moore<\/strong><\/h4>\n\nDirector of Communications for Liz Moore Destination Weddings. She enjoys writing about all things wedding, travel, and fashion. Notably, she has a BA in Communications and currently located in Sydney, Australia.
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