You don’t need a five-figure budget for a destination wedding. Based on real data from our couples, the average destination wedding costs $9,850, but couples who target the right resorts and packages can have a beautiful celebration for a…
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The right beach makes a destination wedding. But not all beaches are created equal, and the one you choose determines the photos, the atmosphere, and the way your guests remember the day. Some beaches are wide, calm, and powder-white.…
Best Budget Wedding Ideas that Still Look Like a Million Bucks
A beautiful wedding doesn’t require a $36,000 budget. Based on real data from our couples, the average destination wedding costs $9,850 at an all inclusive resort, and many couples spend far less than that while still having a celebration…
All inclusive wedding packages range from completely free to around $20,000+, depending on the resort, the number of guests, and what’s included. The best packages bundle your ceremony venue, decor, cake, champagne, coordinator, and often a reception dinner into…
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Working with a Destination Wedding Planner
All inclusive wedding packages simplify destination wedding planning by bundling your ceremony, decor, catering, and coordination into one price. But “all inclusive” doesn’t always mean “everything included.” Some details catch couples off guard, costs that aren’t obvious upfront, and…
Destination weddings are already one of the most affordable ways to get married. Smaller guest lists, bundled resort packages, and built-in tropical beauty eliminate many of the biggest expenses traditional couples face. But whether you’re working with a $3,000…
Puerto Plata is the Dominican Republic’s original resort destination, and it still has a character that the newer south coast developments haven’t been able to replicate. Located on the northern “Amber Coast,” this region is named for the amber…
Juan Dolio sits along the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, about an hour east of Santo Domingo and an hour west of Punta Cana. This quiet beach town has long been a favorite weekend escape for locals, and…
Santo Domingo is the oldest European-established city in the Americas, and that history seeps into every cobblestone, every colonial facade, and every shaded plaza in the Zona Colonial. The Zona Colonial is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 16th-century…
Samana is the Dominican Republic’s wild card, and couples who choose it for a destination wedding know they want something different. This peninsula on the northeastern coast is defined by lush tropical mountains, hidden waterfalls, and some of the…










