So what exactly is a destination wedding? Simply put, it’s the ultimate way to make that special day even more special. You and your family and guests travel to that perfect location where you’ve always dreamed of getting married. Is your dream to have your wedding on a tropical island? On the Dalmatian coast of Croatia? A mountain top in Alaska? All of these things are possible for your destination wedding – it’s only limited by your imagination; the price tag may not be as much of a factor as you think.

That’s right, a destination wedding can actually be cheaper than a conventional ceremony and reception. Think about the costs that go into a traditional wedding for a minute – facility rental, staff and so on. In a destination wedding, the location itself is the star of the show – other than the bride, that is.

Of course, travel and lodging can be expensive; this is why if a destination wedding is something you’d like for that joyous occasion you should go through a travel agent who is experienced in making the arrangements for destination weddings. They have the negotiating leverage and skills to get you the best possible deal on lodging for you and your guests separately from travel expenses or as part of an all-inclusive package deal.

A skilled destination wedding planner can save you all of the trouble and expense of wrangling with airlines and hotel companies on your own – if you are to be married soon, you no doubt have enough on your mind already! This is one of those cases where taking the do-it-yourself approach may not get you the best results. Fortunately, there are some great wedding planners out there who specialize in figuring out all of the details of destination weddings so that the couple and their guests can just enjoy the happy day without having to sweat over the logistics of the wedding.

Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life. You can make it absolutely perfect by opting for a destination wedding and getting the perfect backdrop for your vows. No matter what that dream location for your wedding is, it can be done, often for less than a wedding in your own town!

By J Turner

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Getting married in Hawaii is actually quite easy because Hawaii is part of the US. The bride and groom have to appear in person at the department of health, with 60 dollars cash and valid ID. Both must be over 18. The license is valid for 30 days, so you must hold the actual wedding ceremony within that time frame. Your actual marriage certificate will be prepared by your licensed marriage officiant with the Department of Health . A newly married couple receives one (1) certified copy of the marriage certificate at no extra charge, upon payment of the marriage license fee, which will be sent to the couple by mail (60-120 days) after the marriage has been performed.

Holding your wedding in Maui does not actually have to be expensive. There are professional planners and other wedding service providers on the island that can put together elegant, lovely weddings. They can be as simple or elaborate as you wish.

Also the theme you can choose for your wedding can be as special as you are. Consider mountain weddings, beach weddings, cruise weddings, resort weddings, lavish weddings, Jewish weddings, gay weddings, or how about an underwater wedding! Yes, this has actually been done.

Made you dream? Create your destination wedding any way you wish ~ as special as you are, on Maui.

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Gorgeous wedding in Hawaii


Credits
song “White sandy beach”: Israel Kamakawawiwo’ole.
Photography: Susanne Pridoehl, Honolulu
Location: near Kahala Mandarin Oriental Hotel, in July

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To have your wedding in the Bahamas it wont take you as much effort as you think. Thoughts of having a wedding in the Bahamas should bring to mind beautiful scenery, beautiful background music and glorious weather.

However, without the right planning then you might end up with a marriage that is not worth a rich man’s nickel. With some forethought and a little time spent making contacts, plans for a wedding in the Bahamas can take shape rather easily. The Bahamas have many wedding planners, or other businesses that will work to make your wedding day flow seamlessly.

With a little search engine work and using the words, wedding bahamas and planner you can get enough results to start your search for the perfect person to help host your wedding. You truly don’t even have to get someone from the Islands, just let a local planner know and they can coordinate all the details.

The Bahamas has certain requirements that the couple needs to follow for the marriage to be officially recognized. Most of the requirements are simple and easy to plan around.

Requirements to be prepared for:

* Arrive in the Bahamas more than one full day prior to the ceremony

* Both parties appear when applying for license

* Bring any documents concerning previous marriages, including death certificates or divorce decree

* Picture Identification

* Document proving arrival in the Bahamas (more than 24 hours before)

* No blood test

* $40.00 License Fee

* For other requirements for a wedding in the Bahamas please contact the numbers listed below.

So with a little planning, plane tickets, a hotel room, and some spare time, your wedding can have all of the benefits of an island paradise start to your marriage commitment.

Contact the Bahamas “Office of the Registrar General” @ Tel: 242 322 3316 or Fax 242 322-5553 for information about rules and requirements concerning a “Wedding in the Bahamas”.

NOTE: Marriage licenses are issued at the Office of the Registrar General located in the Rodney Bain Building on Parliament and Shirley Street in Nassau, which is open to the public Monday to Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Closed on weekends and Bahamian Public Holidays.) If your wedding in the Bahamas is to take place On The Out Islands, visit the local Commissioner’s office to obtain a Marriage License.

About the Author

Derek Bailey is the founder of Bizness Lists, which operates the site http://www.theworldsconcierge.com The site provides a way for Travel related businesses across the globe a way to meet the travelers they are seeking.
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