One of the key features of a destination wedding is that you will be getting away from your place of residence and even from your hometown for this event. While exciting, it does often make it difficult to plan and coordinate with local vendors who are specifically ready to work with you when you get to your destination location. Keep these tips in mind as you prepare for a destination wedding to ensure you will have clear communication throughout the process.
Get Contact Information First (And Save It!)
Before you ever settle on vendors, start compiling a list of preferred vendors for your venue and other vendors in the area, with contact information. No one wants to assume the worst, but having an extra caterer in your wedding planning documents can come in handy if some kind of lost record ever occurs. Take down as much information as you can about what they are known for doing well, what may not be getting rave reviews, and pricing. The harder it is to get a clear answer on pricing, the less trustworthy the vendors become; this doesn’t mean all vendors with hard-to-get price sheets are bad vendors, but good organization is a good sign! Get a Phone Call Scheduled For Questions About Contracts
When you are ready to settle on a vendor, look through the contract they give you. If a vendor doesn’t think a contract is necessary, request that they get you one, even if it spells out only the most rudimentary of guidelines.
If Possible, Plan a Trip To Meet Vendors ...