Destination weddings have grown more popular over the past decade. There was a time when most people wouldnt consider exchanging nuptials anywhere outside of their own hometown. Many have argued that the mere idea of having a destination wedding is well worth considering- given the fact that many couples have found it to be far less expensive than throwing an extravagant 150-plus reception at a local banquet hall. Lets face it, the ceremonial portion of the wedding is deemed to be the most important and it happens to be the least expensive, but the celebration is the most memorable. Lets consider some of the pros and cons of a destination wedding. Destination Weddings (Pros) Creates a beautiful atmosphere.
Automatically incorporates the honeymoon.
Less expensive for the bride and groom in some cases.
Stress free.
A nice getaway for close family and friends.
Destination Weddings (Cons) Reduces the amount of family and friends that can attend.
Expensive for the bridal party and guests.
May interfere with a previously scheduled family trip.
Organized by a total stranger (Destination Wedding Planner).
Non-traditional.
Now, if youre like the vast majority of the population, the cons of hosting a destination wedding weigh heavier than the pros. With that said, consider hosting a beach themed wedding. You can create the atmosphere of a destination wedding in the comforts of your own hometown. This will eliminate the problem of disappointing your relatives and friends who otherwise could not attend if it were an actual destination wedding. With the wide selection of beach themed wedding favors, accessories and even stationary for your invitations, conjuring a beach theme may prove to be a simple task. Your event can become even more of a niche with the beach theme turned Hawaiian theme. Just think of the tropical drink stirrers to pass out as wedding favors or even the Hawaiian lei and grass skirts to distribute to each guest. This could be an enormous amount of fun with a budget of half a destination wedding. Dont forget the vast array of beach wedding favor ideas to add a nice touch to your special day. Your guests will always remember your wedding day as a tropical paradise right in their hometown. So remember, your guests are a special part of your wedding day. Bring the destination to them. It will be a wedding they will never forget. You will remember it as the greatest destination dream wedding you never had! |
