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How to Set the Right Destination Wedding Date

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Real Couples Share Their Destination Wedding Budgets

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The Most Important Conversations to Have with Your Fiance Before You Start Wedding Planning

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You Just Got Engaged and Everyone Is Asking About the Wedding. Here’s What to Say.

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I Don’t Have Bridesmaids. Am I Ruining My Wedding?

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How to Tell Your Family You’re Having a Destination Wedding

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    Jamaica Wedding Packages under $3,000

    May 18, 2026 /

    A barefoot ceremony on Negril’s Seven Mile Beach. A garden gazebo wrapped in tropical florals at a Sandals resort in Ocho Rios. A sunset vow exchange on a Montego Bay terrace with the Caribbean rolling out behind you. Jamaica’s mix of palm-fringed beaches, lush gardens, and warm island hospitality has made it one of the most popular destination wedding spots…

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    Average Cost of an All Inclusive Destination Wedding in Mexico

    May 14, 2026 /

    There’s something undeniably romantic about saying “I do” on a soft Mexican beach with turquoise water stretching out behind you and your favorite people kicking off their shoes in the sand. And here’s the surprising part: a destination wedding in Mexico typically costs between $5,000 and $20,000 for an all-inclusive package, with most of our Destination Wedding couples spending around…

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    How to Set the Right Destination Wedding Date

    September 24, 2026 /

    Choosing a wedding date abroad means weighing weather, guest calendars, and price spikes. Here's how to pick the right one, month by month.

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    September 24, 2026 /

    Newly engaged and want real numbers? Here's what our couples actually spent on their destination weddings, by budget level and by destination.

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    The conversations to have with your fiance before planning anything: the vision, the money, the workload, the families, and how you'll settle disagreements.

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    You Just Got Engaged and Everyone Is Asking About the Wedding. Here’s What to Say.

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    Just engaged and buried in questions about dates, venues, and guest lists? Here's exactly what to say, and why you shouldn't answer any of it yet.

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    I Don’t Have Bridesmaids. Am I Ruining My Wedding?

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    A wedding without bridesmaids isn't a wedding missing something. Here's what actually changes, what doesn't, and how to handle the questions.

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    Telling family you're having a destination wedding is easier with an order, a script, and real numbers. Here's how to handle the conversation well.

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    Wedding vs elopement vs destination wedding, compared honestly on cost, guest count, and stress, with a framework for deciding which one fits you.

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    Just got engaged? The first steps that actually matter aren't the ones Instagram suggests. Here's the order of operations that protects your budget.

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Exciting news! Keep your eye out for some incredib Exciting news! Keep your eye out for some incredible new resorts opening in 2026 & 2027 that are perfect for your next getaway or dream wedding. ✨

🌊 Reef Haven Belize — Now OPEN! Interested in a wedding in Central America? Nestled along the picturesque shores of Ambergris Caye, this resort offers a breathtaking setting for destination weddings, honeymoons, and romantic getaways.

🌅 Zel Cozumel — Opening Nov 2026! Dive into the crystal-clear waters and snorkel right off the beach, exploring the vibrant marine life. There’s something for all guests to do here!

🌺 Unico Montego Bay — Opening April 2027! There’s just something special about a stay at UNICO, and we’re so excited to see them open their next beautiful location in Montego Bay! Note: Every single room faces the ocean. 👀

Who’s excited about these new spots? Comment “wedding” below to get all the latest details and updates on planning your wedding at one of these gorgeous new resorts!
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If you're picturing turquoise water, a natural breakwater keeping things peaceful, and a view so good you'll forget to check your phone, that's exactly what's waiting for you here. 

It's the kind of beach that photos just can't fully capture.

The resort itself doesn't disappoint either. With 304 rooms (many with ocean views) and a beautiful pool, you and your guests will have no reason to leave the property. 

Ready to say I do? Choose between several venues, like the Baby Beach Terrace or the Infinity Pool. Wedding packages start at $1,299 for 10 guests! 🌴

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BREAKING: FREE honeymoon nights at Iberostar! 🚨 B BREAKING: FREE honeymoon nights at Iberostar! 🚨

Book your destination wedding at a participating Iberostar resort and you'll score a complimentary 3 night stay for your honeymoon (in the lead room category) at select Iberostar Hotels & Resorts across the Caribbean!

Here's how the upgrades work by destination:

🌴 **Mexico**

JOIA Paraiso by Iberostar, Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancun, Iberostar Selection Coral Cancun, Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo, and Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya Suites all upgrade to JOIA Paraiso by Iberostar. 

Iberostar Selection Cancun upgrades to Iberostar Selection Coral Cancun. Iberostar Waves Cozumel, Paraiso Beach, Paraiso del Mar, Quetzal, and Tucan all upgrade to Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo.

🌴 **Dominican Republic**

JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar, Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites, and Iberostar Selection Coral all upgrade to JOIA Bavaro by Iberostar. 

Iberostar Waves Dominicana and Punta Cana upgrade to Iberostar Selection Bavaro Suites.

🌴 **Jamaica**

JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar and Iberostar Selection Rose Hall Suites both upgrade to JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar.

Iberostar Waves Rose Hall Beach upgrades to Iberostar Selection Rose Hall Suites.

Comment "IBEROSTAR" and we'll DM you all the details! 💌
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