You and your loved one have said “I do” to a wedding in the south. Imagine exchanging vows at sunset, your feet in the fine sand, surrounded by the gentle melody of the waves and your loved ones. You can already feel the tropical breeze and the scent of exotic flowers, can’t you? It’s fantastic! But where to start? Where do you want to get married? What should you wear? Do you want to hire mariachis for the reception? All excellent questions! Organising a dream wedding in a paradise destination is an exciting adventure, but it can also seem daunting. The key to success lies in surrounding yourself with the right people.
Here are the key people who can help you plan your big day and make it perfect.
Travel Agent
From expert advice on destinations and hotels to booking your trip, this is where your preparations take shape. Your travel agent can
- Suggest destinations and hotels for your wedding
- Check available dates for your wedding
- Book your trip, including both airline seats and hotel rooms for you and your guests (who can deal directly with the agent for payment)
- Inform you of the wonderful benefits of a Transat wedding
- Inform you of the on-board extras available for your guests
- Recommend and book group excursions
- Put you in touch with the wedding coordinator at the hotel of your choice
Wedding coordinator at the resort
The date is set and the hotel booked. Now it is time to personalise your wedding! From the flowers to the menu and music, the wedding coordinator at the resort will help you find the perfect arrangement for your nuptials. They can also help you:
- Find the ideal setting for your wedding at the resort
- Create the menu
- Choose the flowers
- Find a photographer
- Spoil your guests with surprises on arrival
- Find the perfect music and DJ
- Bring any quirky ideas you have to life
Someone you can trust on the big day
Don’t forget how important it is to surround yourself with the right people! This is where close friends play a crucial role. With their invaluable help, your wedding will be unforgettable for you and your guests.
- Accompany the couple in their search for the perfect outfits
- Help with the manual preparations: hand-addressing invitation envelopes, wrapping wedding favours, etc.
- Assisting the couple on the day of the ceremony: providing beach sandals, holding the bouquet and other related tasks
- Refreshing the couple in the sun with wet towels and refreshing mocktails
- Store the marriage certificate and rings for the ceremony
- Delivering the first toast at the reception and acting as master of ceremonies
