Destination Weddings - A Dream Come True

Destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular, especially among those who enjoy traveling. In the United States there are 360,000 destination weddings or more per year, with a prediction of a 20 percent increase in the next 15 years.

Couples who choose a destination wedding generally do so because of the following reasons:

• The couple wants to do something different and personal
• The couple is paying for the wedding themselves and would like to save money.
• Many resorts and destination wedding locations offer lower rates to destination wedding groups.
• Couples will spend on average 41% less on a destination wedding compared to a traditional wedding in their hometown.
• Wedding packages can be customized and can be all-inclusive.
• When engaged couples are from different areas of the country it becomes difficult to decide where to hold a wedding.
• With destination weddings, both families are in neutral territory. Everyone has to travel and is therefore on common ground.
• The couple desires a carefree event.
• The couple is renewing vows or are getting married for a second time.
• All attendees have the opportunity to spend quality time together, while taking a vacation.
  
  “A destination wedding is a great way to get your closest family and friends together and minimize the usual stress of a traditional wedding. With the help of your travel agent and wedding coordinator at a resort of your choice, not only will you spend less than you would on a traditional wedding, you will have the beauty of your chosen destination for your wedding photos, plenty of activities or relaxation for yourself and guests, and a honeymoon all in one!”
  -Katie, Travel Travel Carlson Wagonlit Destination Wedding Specialist

Where do people hold their destination weddings?

The top wedding destinations are:

• Hawaii


• Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Big Island


• Caribbean


• Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Bahamas


• South Pacific


• Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea, Fiji


• Bermuda


• Las Vegas


• Mexico


• Cancun, Riviera Maya, Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos


• Lake Tahoe