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myboysmyheart
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if you had or went to a destination wedding....

where was it and was it absolutely beautiful and perfect?

my dh and i never had a ceremony, we went to justice of peace. For our 5yr anniversary we are going to do a destination wedding. I have no idea how or where to begin to decide where to go. Please help!!

Posted 5/15/12 10:40 AM
 
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nferrandi
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I have been to two in Jamaica. The weddings were both beautiful, but neither resort was the best.
My fiend had a mini-destination wedding at The Waters Edge in Ct. That was really nice and not too far.
How far are you willing to go? Is it going to be adults only? Family friendly? Budget? Time of year?
Those are all thing you'll want to think about. Then you can see a travel agent and ask for recommendations.

Posted 5/15/12 10:43 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

that is a great idea!

i did not have one...nor did i not attend one as a guest...but when i was in costa rica at hotel tabacon there was a wedding that took place. they closed off a private section of the hot springs and it was beautiful! we spoke with a few guests at the bar one night and they said it was amazing. they loved the food and thought it was a unique setting.

Posted 5/15/12 10:43 AM
 

nferrandi
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

It's not for another two years, but DH and I want to do a vow renewal with friends for our 10 year anniversary- Cabo is the top of our list right now, because we've never been, but we also LOVED Barbados.

Message edited 5/15/2012 10:45:32 AM.

Posted 5/15/12 10:44 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

i would suggest becoming a member of LI Weddings - they are a wealth of info and can really help you out with all aspects of your wedding!

However, if your looking into a destination, i would suggest starting with an island that you have been to, or have at least heard good things about. try to find a resort that will give you some kind of all inclusive package, so you don't have to run around contacting vendors all over the country. Most times, the vendors that resorts use are more reputable and you on;y have to deal with the resort itself to get everything done.

Posted 5/15/12 10:45 AM
 

myboysmyheart
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

thanks guys! it will have to be somewhat kid friendly. we will have our 2 boys with us, they wil be our bridal party. they will be 2.5 and 5 at the time.

Posted 5/15/12 10:53 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I went to one in Puerto Rico years ago. The property has since closed but the ceremony was on the beach, the food was great and the local band they hired was so, so much fun. I don't know how much anything cost, but it was a cool wedding.

If I were you, I'd think about where I've always wanted to go and build my wedding around that location. Good luck and have fun!

Posted 5/15/12 10:54 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

My BF's daughter married at the Occidental in Aruba.
It was a great wedding, about 20 family and close friends attended.
It was a great 10 day vacation for all of us.

Research the local marriage regulations - in Aruba, there has to be a civil ceremony before there can be any other type, such as a church or beach wedding. The civil ceremony wedding is the legal one.

I've also seen weddings at the Westin St. John resort, at Paradisus resort in Punta Cana (really long time ago !), and just a few weeks ago, on the cruise ship.

Posted 5/15/12 11:07 AM
 

lynnd126
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

My personal opinion is that I would never go to someone's five years later destination wedding. I think destination weddings in general can be tough- I've said no to all but one for a verrry good friend with a family I love and know I'll have a great time with- but even then it's still a burden financially and otherwise (kids, jobs, etc.). I've often heard people say "the people that really matter to you will be there no matter what" and tbh I don't agree with it as a justifying notion bc for people in your immediate circle you are twisting their arms and for the less immediate circle it doesn't mean they don't really matter just bc it's difficult to swing your vacation. If you have a group of people that want to go on vacation together and you suggest you have a vow renewal party during your stay, I think that's different. I've only known a few people that did their wedding receptions later in time for whatever reason and they were in restaurants etc (like downplayed, kwim?) And IMO you're going to the other extreme- unless it's just buddies going away like I mentioned.

Posted 5/15/12 11:08 AM
 

myboysmyheart
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

Posted by lynnd126

My personal opinion is that I would never go to someone's five years later destination wedding. I think destination weddings in general can be tough- I've said no to all but one for a verrry good friend with a family I love and know I'll have a great time with- but even then it's still a burden financially and otherwise (kids, jobs, etc.). I've often heard people say "the people that really matter to you will be there no matter what" and tbh I don't agree with it as a justifying notion bc for people in your immediate circle you are twisting their arms and for the less immediate circle it doesn't mean they don't really matter just bc it's difficult to swing your vacation. If you have a group of people that want to go on vacation together and you suggest you have a vow renewal party during your stay, I think that's different. I've only known a few people that did their wedding receptions later in time for whatever reason and they were in restaurants etc (like downplayed, kwim?) And IMO you're going to the other extreme- unless it's just buddies going away like I mentioned.




i totally understand what you are saying. I honestly could care less if people came or not. it will really just be for my dh and i to have pictures and so i can wear a dress. i dont want a big to do anyways. If no one comes, no one comes. I would not and will not be upset. I already know half of my family will probably not come for financial reasons. I will pay for my parents and my dh parents, if they would like to come.

I am not having a wedding 5 years later, in hopes of recieving gifts or any such thing. I want to do it so my dh and I can experience a wedding. So he can see me walk down an aisle in all white. The only people I care about being there, are my dh and my children.

Posted 5/15/12 11:13 AM
 

lynnd126
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

Posted by myboysmyheart

Posted by lynnd126

My personal opinion is that I would never go to someone's five years later destination wedding. I think destination weddings in general can be tough- I've said no to all but one for a verrry good friend with a family I love and know I'll have a great time with- but even then it's still a burden financially and otherwise (kids, jobs, etc.). I've often heard people say "the people that really matter to you will be there no matter what" and tbh I don't agree with it as a justifying notion bc for people in your immediate circle you are twisting their arms and for the less immediate circle it doesn't mean they don't really matter just bc it's difficult to swing your vacation. If you have a group of people that want to go on vacation together and you suggest you have a vow renewal party during your stay, I think that's different. I've only known a few people that did their wedding receptions later in time for whatever reason and they were in restaurants etc (like downplayed, kwim?) And IMO you're going to the other extreme- unless it's just buddies going away like I mentioned.




i totally understand what you are saying. I honestly could care less if people came or not. it will really just be for my dh and i to have pictures and so i can wear a dress. i dont want a big to do anyways. If no one comes, no one comes. I would not and will not be upset. I already know half of my family will probably not come for financial reasons. I will pay for my parents and my dh parents, if they would like to come.

I am not having a wedding 5 years later, in hopes of recieving gifts or any such thing. I want to do it so my dh and I can experience a wedding. So he can see me walk down an aisle in all white. The only people I care about being there, are my dh and my children.



I think that's a good attitude to have about it. Hope you find a great place!

Posted 5/15/12 11:17 AM
 

myboysmyheart
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

Posted by lynnd126

Posted by myboysmyheart

Posted by lynnd126

My personal opinion is that I would never go to someone's five years later destination wedding. I think destination weddings in general can be tough- I've said no to all but one for a verrry good friend with a family I love and know I'll have a great time with- but even then it's still a burden financially and otherwise (kids, jobs, etc.). I've often heard people say "the people that really matter to you will be there no matter what" and tbh I don't agree with it as a justifying notion bc for people in your immediate circle you are twisting their arms and for the less immediate circle it doesn't mean they don't really matter just bc it's difficult to swing your vacation. If you have a group of people that want to go on vacation together and you suggest you have a vow renewal party during your stay, I think that's different. I've only known a few people that did their wedding receptions later in time for whatever reason and they were in restaurants etc (like downplayed, kwim?) And IMO you're going to the other extreme- unless it's just buddies going away like I mentioned.




i totally understand what you are saying. I honestly could care less if people came or not. it will really just be for my dh and i to have pictures and so i can wear a dress. i dont want a big to do anyways. If no one comes, no one comes. I would not and will not be upset. I already know half of my family will probably not come for financial reasons. I will pay for my parents and my dh parents, if they would like to come.

I am not having a wedding 5 years later, in hopes of recieving gifts or any such thing. I want to do it so my dh and I can experience a wedding. So he can see me walk down an aisle in all white. The only people I care about being there, are my dh and my children.



I think that's a good attitude to have about it. Hope you find a great place!




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Posted 5/15/12 11:19 AM
 

MrsDeVito
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I would check out the different beaches resorts. I know the Sandals do all inclusive weddings where they take care of everything for you but they don't allow children at those resorts. The Beaches resorts are family friendly. I think it's a great idea though!

Posted 5/15/12 11:27 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I was at a destination in Jamaica last October. The bride is my DH's cousin and I have no idea what she thought of her wedding but as a guest POV, DH & I thought it was a horrible experience. This was both of our 1st times at a destination wedding and my 1st time at an all inclusive. The resort was call Gran Baha in Run Away Bay.

The rooms had sand fleas

The drinks were watered down and they did NOT add alcohol unless you requested it. Chat Icon Chat Icon

The outside bar smelt like vomit ALL of the time

The food was beyond disgusting and there was not a large selection.

We went on a boat ride to these water falls that you walked up. It was arranged through the hotel. It was a nightmare and took about 2 hrs to get the boat ready to go.

The icing on the whole thing...someone went into my room and stole my jewelry. The hotel claimed no responsibility and refused to do anything about it.

Please stay away from this resort.

Posted 5/15/12 11:39 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I was married in St Lucia at a Sandals resort.

I dont know if I would call it a destination wedding because it was just a small ceremony on the beach with 10 other close friends and family but it was nothing short of perfect for us. When we got home, we had a backyard reception. I have a few pics in my album.

Posted 5/15/12 11:46 AM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

We got married in Key West. It was the Wyndham Reach Resort then but has anew name now. It was beautiful and perfect!! The setting was gorgeous and the food was to die for. I say the only way to get married (or renew your vows) is barefoot on the beach!
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Posted 5/15/12 11:55 AM
 

WannaBeAMom11
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

St. Lucia hands down. We went there for our hm and I wished we had gotten married there. Turks and Caicos is supossed to be great too

Posted 5/15/12 12:13 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

DH and I got married in Hawaii. It wasn't a destination wedding for DH's family since he's from there and some of his family is still there. For the rest of the family and friends it was a destination wedding. We had 97 people so it wasn't so small. I wouldn't change a thing about it. To me it was perfect. We got married at the Kahala Resort on the island of Oahu!

Posted 5/15/12 1:35 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

We went to one in Vieques, PR at the W hotel. It was AMAZING!

Posted 5/15/12 1:37 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

We went to Las Vegas and got married on new years eve at the little church of the west. We both had been married before so we both had big weddings.

My cousin and her husband came along and dh's brother, wife and niece. We had the most amazing time. At one point my now brother in law said it was the best wedding he had ever been to.

I did everything on line, even applied for the marriage license. It was so easy and no stress!

Posted 5/15/12 1:42 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I went to one at the Regent Palms on Turks & Caicos. It was beautiful!

Posted 5/15/12 1:46 PM
 

codybear
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I was married in Hawaii, on Maui on a gorgeous beach.

Posted 5/15/12 2:26 PM
 

Karen
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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

What about a cruise and then a wedding at one of the stops?

Not sure if you can legally get married on cruises any more, but that might be another option.

Seems a little more family friendly and more "vacation" if others want to attend and if that appeals to you.

Posted 5/15/12 2:44 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

I had a different kind of destination wedding. I am from NY but live in ATL and my DH has lived in ATL for the past 20 years. We got married in Manhattan. I of course had people on my side that didn't have to travel too far but more than half the guests spent the weekend in NYC and we had a blast!!

The night before we had all our guests join us for Jazz at Lincoln Center and drinks/apps. The wedding was the next morning at an old restored temple with a reception dinner at One if By Land, Two if By Sea. It was a different kind of wedding that I really think everyone enjoyed.

We have been to weddings in Puerto Rico and St. Thomas and they were both very nice. Neither was on the beach which was weird to me and neither blew me away.

Posted 5/15/12 2:48 PM
 

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Re: if you had or went to a destination wedding....

Maui (guest)

It was nice. Very small. Perfect and all? No. haha it rained that day. We were there days before but it rained THAT day. Chat Icon Gray skies type of rain not sun showers. Their site was on a hill and it would been so pretty if the sun had been there.

Otherwise it was fun.

Posted 5/15/12 5:08 PM
 
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