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  • Destination Wedding Tips & Advice

    Budget Tips to Keep in Mind While Planning Your Destination Wedding

    February 26, 2016 /

    1. Decide on a location that’s practical to fly to: Depending on where most of your guests are flying from, it’s important to consider airfare costs for everyone invited. If most of your guest list is traveling from California, the west coast of Mexico might be a good option, whereas theCaribbean is a better fit for those flying from the east coast.…

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    How the World’s Most Romantic Couples will be Celebrating Leap Day

    February 25, 2016 /

    Leap Day is on the way; one extra day in this calendar year to share with the love of your life. Whether you’re dating, newly-engaged, or in the final stages of planning your dream destination wedding, here are some creative ideas for celebrating February 29th to help your romantic fires burn more brightly. Ask him for his hand in marriage…

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    Getting Ready To Do’s For Your Destination Wedding

    February 19, 2016 /

    The big day is finally here! It’s time to put on your dress, primp your hair, gloss your lips and marry the love of your life. There’s nothing more exciting than waking up on the morning of your wedding and starting the celebration. But first, there are a few more things to check off your list. With all the heavy-duty…

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  • Real Destination Weddings

    Real Wedding: Amy & Anthony in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

    February 17, 2016 /

    Couple: Amy & Anthony Resort Name & Destination: Now Larimar Punta Cana in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Number of Guests: 46 Photography by: WBA Studio The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: Anthony and I meet 4 ½ years ago at a sports bar called Mac’s Speed Shop. I was serving there at the time, and for some reason that…

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  • Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Resorts

    Featured Resort Spotlight: Hard Rock Hotel Cancun

    February 16, 2016 /

    If you and your beloved are planning a destination wedding and crave an experience that is “anything but cookie cutter,” the Hard Rock Hotel Cancun has your number. This ultra-chic and uber hip resort is bursting with raw energy and offers innovative amenities and star-like indulgences you’ll find nowhere else. The 601 smoke-free guestrooms are arranged over 12 floors at…

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    Featured Resort Spotlight: Barcelo Maya Palace Deluxe

    February 4, 2016 /

    If you’re planning a destination wedding, we’re confident that you won’t find a more romantic place to exchange vows than the powdery sands of Mexico’s Mayan Riviera. Barcelo Maya Palace Deluxe is one of the most popular all-inclusive properties on this long stretch of Caribbean coastline on Mexico’s northeastern Yucatán Peninsula. As soon as you pass through the Palace’s lobby…

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  • Real Destination Weddings

    Real Wedding: Selena & Joseph in Negril, Jamaica

    February 3, 2016 /

    Couple: Selena & Joseph Resort Name & Destination: Beaches Negril Resort & Spa in Negril, Jamaica Number of Guests: 20 Photography by: Suki MacDonald Photography The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: Joe and I met at a boot camp class at a local gym.  We hit it off on our first few dates and have been on many…

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  • Destination Wedding Fashion,  Planning a Destination Wedding

    Red Carpet Inspiration: the 2016 SAG Awards

    February 1, 2016 /

    The 2016 Screen Actors Guild Awards brought fierce fashion and hot trends to the red carpet, and we loved all of them! From mermaid hems to pastel hues, we couldn’t help but notice the hint of bridal inspiration each celebrity was giving us. Here are a few of our favorites from the night: ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ – Classic Hollywood Glam was the…

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    4 Destination Wedding Resorts with Non-Stop Entertainment For All Ages

    January 28, 2016 /

    Please don’t stop the music! Your destination wedding experience won’t be cookie-cutter, so neither should your resort. Whether you’re traveling with guests of all ages or in for a secluded adults-only trip, you’ll want to keep the fun flowing with nonstop entertainment onsite. We’ve rounded up our top picks for properties that fulfill on this desire and go beyond expectations!…

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  • Real Destination Weddings

    Real Wedding: Padmani & Nicholas in Cancun, Mexico

    January 20, 2016 /

    Couple:  Padmani and Nicholas Resort Name & Destination: Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun, Mexico Number of Guests: 15 Photography by: DreamArt Photography Mexico The (brief) story of how you met/fell in love: We met one night while we were both out with friends.  It took us a while to go out on our first date but after that first date,…

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Their love story began with a simple swipe on Tinder in 2019, and from that moment, they knew they had found something special. 

They always knew a destination wedding in the Caribbean was perfect for them, especially after falling in love with Bavaro Beach during a trip to the Dominican Republic. 

Their goal was to create a celebration that combined their love for the ocean, fun, and family—making it a trip everyone would remember. Thanks to the help of our Certified Destination Wedding Specialist, Sandi, and the stunning Meliá Punta Cana Beach, they turned their dream into reality. 🌊🌺✨

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After meeting at just 14, sharing their first kiss, and reconnecting 25 years later, Latia & DeVito said I do at Royalton Hideaway Riviera Cancun, celebrating with personal touches, a joint bachelor and bachelorette party, and more.

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