Announce your Engagement, discuss wedding expenses and set a budget
Set a date “tip” be flexible as popular wedding dates may not be available
Start looking for a location, venue or destination wedding package “tip” Hire a Travel Agent that is specialized in Destination Weddings, their expertise will guide you through the entire process and help you avoid any hiccups
Explore your wedding vision: narrow down your selections, ceremony/reception location, time of day, symbolic or legal ceremony, estimated number of guests
Develop your guest list and chose your Bridal Party
Contract a location and venue (Reserve Your Date)
Request Hotel Rates “tip” a experienced Travel Agent can negotiate the rates, review the contract and ensure you receive the best promotions.
Secure a room Block “tip” review all contracts and terms, deposits and attrition
Take Engagement Photos
Design a Wedding Website
Order your Save the Dates “tip” review verbiage with your wedding planner or Travel Agent to ensure all details are included
Send your Save the Dates

Select your wedding package and formality for your wedding
Review your estimated budget
Sign up for Honeymoon Registry
Begin clarifying your vision: theme, colors, little extras
Start wedding dress shopping
Obtain passport, if needed, and all travel documents for expiration dates
Determine the forms needed for a legal ceremony (if applicable)
Ask your brides maids and groomsmen to be in your wedding party
Schedule a site visit if possible, you can preview your venue locations, and review wedding packages “tip” most resorts have a special package with discounted rates available – ask your travel agent or wedding coordinator

Chose and order invitations
Shop for bride maids dresses
Select and purchase a wedding dress
Review the DJ, band, florist, photographers and videographer “tip” be sure to discuss with coordinator if booking outside vendors
Order wedding party attire
Determine what additional events, such as cocktail party, rehearsal dinner and day after brunch will be held
Review your RSVP list and hotel rooming list
Review you room block attrition policy
Explore outside resort activities such as golf, spa and excursions
Book airfare and encourage guests to book theirs as well
Book your honeymoon or minimoon

Finalize guest list, request rooming list and room requirements such as final payments and name changes
Confirm ceremony, reception, extras, and applicable promotions “tip” get everything in writing
Select cake, décor and flowers
Book ceremony musicians with coordinator
Share with wedding coordinator any special readings or songs requested for the ceremony
Finalize reception chart, seating chart, seat cards and send to coordinator
Select your menu
Book your rehearsal dinner
For legal ceremonies, send completed paperwork to coordinator
Obtain passports and get blood test if required by the destination
Chose formal wear for the groomsmen
Review or book your Airport transfers
Begin wedding dress alterations
Purchase bridal accessories like veils, shoes and jewelry
Purchase gifts for bridal party and order items for your welcome bags for guests
Select wedding bands

Book hair and makeup appointments for bride and bridal party
Confirm all décor, floral, cake, and little extras with coordinator
Confirm menus for all additional events (cocktail hour, rehearsal dinner, etc.)
Have programs, menus, place cards, etc. printed
Confirm timeline of event (seated for meal, first dance, father/daughter dance, cake cutting, etc.)
Confirm that all special requests have been noted and planned for
Prepare welcome bags for guests
Write personal vows and toasts
Schedule final dress fitting
Celebrate all bachelor and bachelorette parties
Be sure your wedding coordinator has your final rooming list
Request your room comp statement if applicable

Make sure you and your guests have your Travel Documents
Send guest list of those not staying at the resort to wedding coordinator
Be sure the wedding coordinator has your travel schedule and final guest list, seating charts, and events
Create a seating chart and place cards
Double check all details with vendors, wedding coordinator, travel agent and finalize all your numbers
Receive your room comps, if applicable
Pick up your wedding dress

Pack for the wedding
Pack for the honeymoon
Travel to your destination (based on the type of ceremony you will have)
On-site meeting with coordinator to go over all event details and make any last-minute changes or additions, assist with marriage license and do a walk thru of your ceremony and reception site
Have trial hair and makeup run through at salon, if desired
Set up a spa day with bridesmaids, mother and other loved ones
Book a manicure and pedicure for 1 day before
Arrange for welcome bag room drop, if desired
Arrange a private romantic dinner on the beach – just the two of you
Leave your wedding dress and groom’s attire with coordinator to have steamed and prepared for the big day
Prepare day of payments and tips

Enjoy your manicure and pedicure
Have a welcome cocktail party, rehearsal dinner or welcome dinner, if desired
Arrange for special room drops (champagne, flowers, petit fours) to be sent to parents or wedding party
Bride & Groom: early night to bed! Tomorrow is the BIG DAY!

Have a nice breakfast
Take your rings and marriage certificate to the ceremony site
Go to your hair appointment; bring veil and flowers
Your coordinator will check with you throughout the day as everything is organized

Today is YOUR day, and your coordinator will be with you throughout the entire day.