Destination weddings have become a major trend in the wedding world, especially for those first time couples to say “I do”.  From Michigan wedding gardens to Island getaways, many brides and grooms are taking their ‘show on the road’ to a destination that may also include their honeymoon spot.  This is also known as a ‘weddingmoon’.

Begin with a budget and then checking with a travel agent to coordinate the details is a good way to set in motion an intimate wedding celebration that includes close friends and family.

A travel agent could help a couple choose the perfect wedding destination that fits their personalities and stays within their budgetary limit. Additionally, travel agents could handle everything from booking the hotel accommodations, flight reservations and things to do such as a visit to a Broadway style show or winery outing.

With a destination wedding, a bride should contact a wedding planner. Or if the destination is such that it has had several weddings in the past, they will have their own wedding planner or coordinator to help the bride with everything that needs to be done before everyone arrives at the destination.  This may mean contacting a priest or justice of the peace and arranging for the flowers, music, caterers and cake all to arrive at the exact moment the wedding is to take place.

Many young girls dream of marrying their prince charming in a castle and there is such a destination wedding in Michigan where couples can be married among stone walls and shining armor of a watchful knight’s coats. A castle is perfect for a destination wedding, anniversary party or reaffirming vows or any type of celebration in which old world charm would fit the bill.

No matter if your wedding is going to take place in the beautiful flowery garden or a traditional style castle, the bride’s wedding dress is always a reflection of her style and not necessarily the style of the venue or destination; however that’s not to say a bride could not choose a wedding gown that fits with the theme of the destination.