Have you always dreamed of getting married in a different, remote, original or special location? If you want to get out of your comfort zone and set off for an idyllic destination whilst saving money in the process, whether it’s a paradise beach wedding, a wedding in an enchanted castle or in the middle of a forest for a winter wedding, you have come to the right place!
We promise that you can make your dream a reality without having to spend a fortune! Celebrating a destination wedding is so simple that, although it may seem expensive, it really is not!
A destination wedding is on average only 11% more expensive than a wedding that will take place in your native country, as a wedding at home costs on average 25.000€ whereas a destination wedding could cost 28.600€. In comparison, there is not a very big difference, and the small extra price you pay will be worth it to have your wedding in a different location!
It’s not all about spending, as you can make a saving in many aspects of your planning. Would you like to find out where you should be spending extra money and where you should be saving? We are here to put your mind at rest if you are wondering how much it will cost to hold a destination wedding!
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But first, what exactly is a destination wedding?
When we talk about a destination wedding, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to leave your home country, but simply celebrate it somewhere that you would never normally go, stepping out of your comfort zone.
This means that you could go to your furthest beach, a remote farmhouse in the middle of the country or an old castle in another region… The opportunities are endless!
Some couples stand out for having a wedding in their own country, whereas some other, more adventurous people might decide to leave their home country and board a plane destined for a tropical or Mediterranean climate.
As a general rule, there are usually fewer guests, so that you can spend more money in other areas, but for a destination wedding the most important thing is that it takes place in a different location that is symbolic for the couple. A destination wedding certainly has more pros than cons!
Where you should be spending money:
Travel costs and accommodation
To celebrate a destination wedding, you have to bear in mind that the couple, as well as their guests, will have to travel. Consequently, you have to consider the transport costs, whether it be for flights, trains, buses…
If you are travelling to a new place, you also need to consider accommodation. It is essential to reserve hotel rooms for the length of your stay in your new location.
However, these costs don’t have to be too high, as many venues provide promotions and packs that include the flights and the hotel. Let us help you make little savings!
Paying for your guests’ travel is a personal decision, according to your budget and number of guests. You could run the costs by them, or decide not to.
But we are sure that some guests could lend a hand with the travel and accommodation costs! Do you know about the best luxury hotels during your stay in Mallorca for your destination wedding?
Experiences at your destination
Wherever the Spanish destination in which you decide to get married, you can’t miss out on having some amazing experiences. For example, in Spain we have plenty of ideas for making the most of your destination wedding in Mallorca, Seville, Barcelona, Asturias, Madrid…
We are sure that you also would like your wedding to be an incredible experience for everyone. How could you visit a new place and not have a special experience there? Whether it be with all of your loved ones or a more intimate affair, how could you travel to a new place without tasting some Spanish wines, enjoying a boat ride around the coves of Ibiza, or viewing Madrid or Toledo from a hot air balloon?
As we have already mentioned, a destination wedding usually involves fewer guests, and as a consequence you won’t need to spend so much on the quantity of the guests, but you may need to spend more on each guest than you would for a conventional wedding. But you couldn’t leave your destination wedding behind without participating in some made in Spain activities with your guests!
A full-time wedding planner!
It is essential to hire a wedding planner for your destination wedding, as organising a wedding at a distance is very difficult. When it comes to viewing venues, organising a tasting menu, meeting with suppliers… There is no one better than a wedding planner to do all of this for you directly!
All of this is very difficult for couples who want a destination wedding, and so it is necessary to have a wedding planner as they will know how to take the first steps in organising your wedding so that everything ends up running smoothly.
A full-time wedding planner will cost money, but the cost of a Wedding Planner will be worth it. They could even help you to save money, time and headaches in all aspects of the wedding! So yes, you really do need one.
An incredible ceremony
In many cases, a destination wedding involves travelling to a place in which you probably do not know the language. If your wedding is going to be of this nature, it would be a good idea to think about the importance of having a multilingual marriage officiant, especially if you are a couple made up of different nationalities or if your guests don’t share the same one language.
These professionals will ensure that your guests feel like participants in your wedding, understanding every word that they say and everything that is going on around them, enjoying the ceremony whether it be in English, Swedish, Russian, German, Norwegian, Italian, French, Portuguese, Romanian, Greek or Mandarin Chinese.
The master of the ceremony is not just for officiating the ceremony, but also many of them move away from the traditional roles and give a fun and energetic speech.
If you have Spain in mind for your destination wedding, the company Maestros Oficiantes de Ceremonia match officiants to their clients according to the languages they speak and whether the style of ceremony suits them. Get to know them better in this interview with Maestros Oficiantes de Ceremonia! They will be key in the organization of your big day.
But it’s not all about spending! Do you know where to make big savings?
Savings in the decorations
All of the things that you expect to be stressful to organise, for a destination wedding, these worries aren’t so large! Do you know how?
Many venues are filled with decorations due to their natural environments, whether they are beaches, gardens, old gardens or mansions, venues surrounded by palm trees, leafy trees, wild flowers… Consequently, you only need to add tiny details to make the venue even more charming. Do you know about the trends in decoration for 2023?
Savings in the outfits
There are other aspects of a wedding where you could save a fortune, such as in the clothing, as the dress code doesn’t need to be as strict as with a conventional wedding.
A wedding in a different venue are usually informal and relaxed, with more hippy and bohemian style dresses and suits, for those who get married on the beach for example. This option is usually cheaper than extravagant outfits for a wedding in a church or great hall.
You can even save on your honeymoon!
If you are thinking about saving money on your honeymoon, it is very simple, as, during your destination wedding, you could make the most of the place that you have travelled to for your wedding and lengthen your stay to include your honeymoon too! 2 in 1!
Therefore, although destination weddings do tend to be a little more expensive, with the help of your Wedding Planner and careful organisation, you can guarantee that your big day won’t be over budget.
Now you know! For organising your wedding and honeymoon in Spain, or in whatever destination you choose, at Perfect Venue we will organise it for you.
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