MEGA EPISODE: Destination Wedding Basics, Contracts & 2022-2024 Updates w/ Time for Travel!
it’s time for a destination wedding update Bridefriends…so let’s chat with Sarah @ Time for Travel!
“It’s over! I can finally say that it’s over!”
*This episode is sponsored by TIME FOR TRAVEL
MEGA EPISODE: Destination Wedding Basics, Contracts & 2022-2024 Updates
w/ Time for Travel!
INTERVIEW W/ SARAH KLINE OF TIME FOR TRAVEL
HEYYYY Destis + Bridefriends!
This episode was full of so many destination wedding planning gems that I had to split it into 3 parts for DESTI TV! Gotta keep your attention + chop things up into bite-sized pieces for the Brideriends!
So you have options! The podcast has one MEGA EPISODE for you to enjoy at your leisure…and DESTI TV has 3 videos for you as follows:
Part 1: What’s New for 2022-2024 Destinaito Weddings?!?
Part 2: Destination Wedding Planning Basics aka Ask Yourself (and your agent + planner) these Questions…
Part 3: Read Those Damn Destination Wedding Contracts!!!
Enjoy + Let us know if you have any questions!
See you soon!
xx, Omi
What's new in Destination Wedding Land?!?
WATCH SARAH’S INTERVIEW!
START WITH PART 1
THEN PART 2
AND FINALLY PART 3!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING SARAH!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL!
TIME FOR TRAVEL is a team of FREE Destination Wedding + Honeymoon Specialists
An AMAZING choice for any Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific or Hawaii destination wedding or honeymoon, and with over 20 years of experience helping couples fulfill their dreams, Sarah and her team will make your DESTI wedding and honeymoon exactly what you've dreamed of!
Time for Travel handled all of our travel for our destination wedding in Mexico and Honeymoon in Jamaica wayyy back in 2017 and our guests STILL rave about her and have used them for personal vacations since then. I only partner with companies that I truly believe in and I’m proud to have Time for Travel as a sponsor of the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
You can reach Sarah and Time for Travel at TimeforTravelLtd.com and follow her on Instagram @time4trvl_destination_weddings
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
LINKS DISCUSSED:
Episode 6
Sarah’s 1st interview on the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings
DESTILOVERS
Join the DESTILOVERS Community for our weekly LIVE Q+As
U.S. Department of State Travel Advisories
Currently: LEVEL 4 - DO NOT TRAVEL Global Health Advisory as of 03.30.2020
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STOP THE DRAMA: Destination Wedding Bridal Party Tips *For the Couple + Bridal Party*
I’ve noticed in the DESTILOVERS Community that there’s been a recent uptick in bridal party drama and that’s okay - I’ve got exactly what you all need, so let’s have some fun this week!
“let’s normalize open communication in bridal parties...”
EPISODE 50
Destination Wedding Bridal Party Drama?!?
*Tips for the Couple + Bridal Party Members*
***QUICK NOTICE:
THIS WEEK I’M DROPPING A PODCAST-ONLY EPISODE (THIS PAGE YOU’RE ON NOW)
ANNND A SPECIAL VIDEO ON THE DESTI TV YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We’re doubling the fun this week Bridefriends!
HEYYY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
Today we’re going wayyy back…
Listen along with me in the BlackDesti director’s commentary cut of one of my most favoritest interviews! I’ve noticed in the DESTILOVERS Community that there’s been a recent uptick in bridal party drama and that’s okay - I’ve got exactly what you all need, so let’s have some fun this week.
Professional Bridesmaid and Author, Jen Glantz, shared her experience and best advice as a professional Bridesmaid with us over 5 years ago and I STILL refer new Bridefriends back to listen to her tips! Anyone involved in a destination wedding (couples AND bridal party members) can and will get something wonderful from this episode - especially since I'm adding my own 2 cents as we listen along together!
And if you’re like me and thought not having an official bridal party will save you from all drama…go ahead and hit play too Bridefriend + thank me later ;)
Jen tells us how to make the most of our bridal party experience and shares invaluable tips like how to pick your wedding party members, prepare for emergencies and be a great Bridefriend for your destination wedding.
Deeming herself the Wedding Party Whisperer, Jen bridges the gap between DESTIBRIDE and DESTIBestie by sharing a wealth of advice for brides, grooms, bridesmaids, and anyone else involved in a destination wedding…or any wedding for that matter. And of course, we get to talk about her hilarious new book, Always a Bridesmaid FOR HIRE!
Destination Wedding Planning Topics Covered:
We chatted about:
💕 What is a Bridesmaid for Hire and who would need one?
💕 Why some bridesmaids forget to be FRIENDS...
💕 How to stop people from sabotaging your destination wedding...
💕 How to deal with difficult bridesmaids and bridefriends for your destination wedding...
💕 How to be a great Bridesmaid for a destination wedding...
💕 And so much more!
Soooo…how can you be THE BEST
Destination Wedding Bridesmaid + Bridefriend?
Click Play and find out…
Enjoy!
LISTEN ON THE
DESTI GUIDE TO DESTINATION WEDDINGS
PODCAST!
⇣ or right here on this page! ⇣
Apple Podcasts | Google Play | Stitcher | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube
THANK YOU TO THIS EPISODE’S SPONSOR: APPY COUPLE
LINKS MENTIONED:
DESTICOUPLE Melissa + Mahdi’s Wedding Video is LIVE on the DESTI TV YouTube channel this week!!! Watch on DESTI TV here!
Join the DESTILOVERS COMMUNITY
Blog post on BlackDesti.com: HOW TO GET FIRED AS A BRIDESMAID
Omi’s 200-day destination wedding planning countdown diary: DESTI DIARY
History of bridesmaids interesting article here
Omi’s favorite wedding website company: Appy Couple
You can find Jen's book, Always a Bridesmaid For Hire: Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love, and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers at Barnes and Noble & on Amazon.com
Everything Else: See all Pink Links above!
follow me @desti.land
💕
follow me @desti.land 💕
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR DESTIPARTNER: APPYCOUPLE
DESTIFACT:
We used Appy Couple for our wedding and there’s a complete walkthrough in the DESTILOVERS Community!
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER
APPYCOUPLE!
APPY COUPLE is a modern wedding website and interactive app that practically builds itself and lets you manage and share important details of your destination wedding with ease and style. And let’s be honest, Desti weddings require more care and details and Appy Couple is the perfect choice if you want to Invite and Impress!
SEE MY APPY COUPLE WEBSITE!
I GAVE A COMPLETE WALKTHROUGH OF MY WEDDING WEBSITE (with tips of course!)IN A RECENT DESTIHOUR in the DESTILOVERS Community too!
find out more information about my favorite wedding website + app for destination weddings and let me know if you have any questions!
xx, Omi
Thank You Jen!
Your interview is truly a classic!
We’re officially Bridefriends Forever
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
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GOOD + BAD NEWS! Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze [PT.3]
What is going on with these Destination Wedding Resorts?!? Jack had a lot to say…
“ ...have the wedding you want, not the one the wedding planner @ the resort wants to sell you!”
*This episode is sponsored by VACATIONEEZE
EPISODE 45
The
Destination Weddings Resort
Mistakes Episode [PT.3]
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
Travel DESTIPRO Jack Benoff of VACATIONEEZE is baaaaack!
AND THIS TIME HE’S SAVING LIVES!
Well - destination wedding lives - at least!
The last time we had Jack on - he was giving us a deep-dive primer on destination wedding resorts! And now we’re talking destination wedding mistakes to avoid! There’s a lot that goes into working with your resorts and we have to make sure that you get the most out of your experience for you and your guests. And this interview will help you do just that!
NOW - I split this into 3 parts to make sure you can really focus and absorb alllll the information Jack shares -
YUP - IT’S A THREE-PART INTERVIEW!
AND THIS IS PART 3!
I want you to get EACH lesson Brideriend!
And as usual - Whether you’ve already chosen your resort or have absolutely positively no friggin’ idea WHERE to start when choosing your destination wedding resort - this episode is for you! Lemme break it down for the Bridefriends in the back:
It doesn’t matter…
where you are in your destination wedding planning journey
where in the world you’re choosing to have your destination wedding
or which wedding resort (or off-resort venue) you choose to have your destination wedding
YOU WILL FIND VALUE HERE IN THIS INTERVIEW!
Soooo…what destination wedding resorts mistakes should ALL DESTICOUPLES avoid?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
WATCH JACK’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
LINKS!
PART 1: Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze
PART 2: Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze
Jack’s YouTube Channel - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT JACK @ destinationweddingeeze.com - CLICK HERE!
Vacationeeze’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND: CLICK HERE!
Jack’s Rishtey Destinations Website: CLICK HERE!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JACK!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: VACATIONEEZE
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER VACATIONEEZE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
VACATIONEEZE is a travel and destination wedding planning company that’s been in the game for quite a while! Owned by a husband + wife duo, Jack + Sharon Benoff, they specialize in customized destination weddings and are proud to let each couple know that,
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
After meeting Jack and speaking to his gushing clients and colleagues, I couldn’t wait to partner up with Vacationeeze and make some destination wedding magic for you all!
Have Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out and see how VACATIONEEZE can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
![STOP THE MADNESS! Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze [PT.2]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5848d239f7e0ab2a69aeda20/1644423634057-DGJQ4POH0LB0Z6RINJTK/02.09.22-desti-guide-to-destination-weddings-destitv-omi-allen-travel-destipro-vacationeeze-jack-benoff-interview-destination-wedding-resorts-mistakes-DESTILAND+POST-2022.png)
STOP THE MADNESS! Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze [PT.2]
Destination Wedding Resort Madness STOPS TODAY! Jack’s lessons continue…
“ ...have the wedding you want, not the one the wedding planner @ the resort wants to sell you!”
*This episode is sponsored by VACATIONEEZE
EPISODE 44
The
Destination Weddings Resort
Mistakes Episode [PT.2]
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
Travel DESTIPRO Jack Benoff of VACATIONEEZE is baaaaack!
AND THIS TIME HE’S SAVING LIVES!
Well - destination wedding lives - at least!
The last time we had Jack on - he was giving us a deep-dive primer on destination wedding resorts! And now we’re talking destination wedding mistakes to avoid! There’s a lot that goes into working with your resorts and we have to make sure that you get the most out of your experience for you and your guests. And this interview will help you do just that!
NOW - I split this into 3 parts to make sure you can really focus and absorb alllll the information Jack shares -
YUP - IT’S A THREE-PART INTERVIEW!
AND THIS IS PART 2!
I want you to get EACH lesson Brideriend!
And as usual - Whether you’ve already chosen your resort or have absolutely positively no friggin’ idea WHERE to start when choosing your destination wedding resort - this episode is for you! Lemme break it down for the Bridefriends in the back:
It doesn’t matter…
where you are in your destination wedding planning journey
where in the world you’re choosing to have your destination wedding
or which wedding resort (or off-resort venue) you choose to have your destination wedding
YOU WILL FIND VALUE HERE IN THIS INTERVIEW!
Soooo…what destination wedding resorts mistakes should ALL DESTICOUPLES avoid?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
WATCH JACK’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
LINKS!
PART 1: Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze
Jack’s YouTube Channel - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT JACK @ destinationweddingeeze.com - CLICK HERE!
Vacationeeze’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND: CLICK HERE!
Jack’s Rishtey Destinations Website: CLICK HERE!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JACK!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: VACATIONEEZE
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER VACATIONEEZE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
VACATIONEEZE is a travel and destination wedding planning company that’s been in the game for quite a while! Owned by a husband + wife duo, Jack + Sharon Benoff, they specialize in customized destination weddings and are proud to let each couple know that,
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
After meeting Jack and speaking to his gushing clients and colleagues, I couldn’t wait to partner up with Vacationeeze and make some destination wedding magic for you all!
Have Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out and see how VACATIONEEZE can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes w/ Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze
Let’s chat Destination Wedding Resort Mistakes! Learn from these stories and thank us later!
“ ...have the wedding you want, not the one the wedding planner @ the resort wants to sell you!”
*This episode is sponsored by VACATIONEEZE
EPISODE 43
The
Destination Weddings Resort
Mistakes Episode
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
Travel DESTIPRO Jack Benoff of VACATIONEEZE is baaaaack!
AND THIS TIME HE’S SAVING LIVES!
Well - destination wedding lives - at least!
The last time we had Jack on - he was giving us a deep-dive primer on destination wedding resorts! And now we’re talking destination wedding mistakes to avoid! There’s a lot that goes into working with your resorts and we have to make sure that you get the most out of your experience for you and your guests. And this interview will help you do just that!
NOW - I split this into 3 parts to make sure you can really focus and absorb alllll the information Jack shares -
I want you to get EACH lesson Brideriend!
And as usual - Whether you’ve already chosen your resort or have absolutely positively no friggin’ idea WHERE to start when choosing your destination wedding resort - this episode is for you! Lemme break it down for the Bridefriends in the back:
It doesn’t matter…
where you are in your destination wedding planning journey
where in the world you’re choosing to have your destination wedding
or which wedding resort (or off-resort venue) you choose to have your destination wedding
YOU WILL FIND VALUE HERE IN THIS INTERVIEW!
Soooo…what destination wedding resorts mistakes should ALL DESTICOUPLES avoid?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
WATCH JACK’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
LINKS!
Jack’s YouTube Channel - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT JACK @ destinationweddingeeze.com - CLICK HERE!
Vacationeeze’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND: CLICK HERE!
Jack’s Rishtey Destinations Website: CLICK HERE!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JACK!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: VACATIONEEZE
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER VACATIONEEZE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
VACATIONEEZE is a travel and destination wedding planning company that’s been in the game for quite a while! Owned by a husband + wife duo, Jack + Sharon Benoff, they specialize in customized destination weddings and are proud to let each couple know that,
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
After meeting Jack and speaking to his gushing clients and colleagues, I couldn’t wait to partner up with Vacationeeze and make some destination wedding magic for you all!
Have Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out and see how VACATIONEEZE can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
All Things Destination Weddings w/ Sarah Kline @ Time for Travel
Let’s just talk all things destination weddings! There’s so much you need to know…guests, vendors, travel agents, expectations, experiences - so let’s dig in!
“There’s no reason to NOT use a travel agent”
*This episode is sponsored by TIME FOR TRAVEL
EPISODE 39
All Things Destination Weddings
w/ Sarah Kline of Time for Travel
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
What do all couples need to know about destination wedding planning? TODAY you're gonna find out❣️ Catching up with #DESTIPRO Sarah Kline of Time for Travel is always a blast and this interview is no exception!
You may know her from Episode 6 or the Coronavirus Catchups Part 1, 2, or 3 or you may not know her at all… either way, you’re in for a treat!
THIS EPISODE WILL HELP ALL BRIDEFRIENDS!
Whether you’re a newbie and have no idea what you're doing yet orrr you're smack dab in the middle of planning your wedding - Sarah’s sharing her best advice! I threw as many Qs as I could @ Sarah and she gave me allll the As...Here are just a little bit of what we covered…
DESTINATION WEDDING QUESTIONS + TOPICS:
💕 Pros and cons of destination weddings
💕 How do you know if a destination wedding is for you?
💕 Setting expectations for you, your guests, and vendors
💕 What is the value of a destination wedding travel agent vs. vacation travel agent?
💕 Who do you invite and who will really attend your destination wedding?
💕Achieving your vision!
💕 Maximizing your destination
💕 Hosting and guest experience tips
💕 Current favorite resort + destination
💕 Stories about real clients - you need to learn from these couples!!!
💕and so much more!
Soooo…what do ALL DESTICOUPLES
need to know about destination wedding planning?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
WATCH SARAH’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
LINKS!
Episode 6 - Sarah’s 1st interview on the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT Sarah @ TimeforTravelLtd.com - CLICK HERE!
Follow Sarah on Instagram - CLICK HERE!
Time for Travel’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND - CLICK HERE!
Join the DESTILOVERS Community for our exclusive content including LIVE Q+As w/ Sarah! - CLICK HERE!
SARAH’S PAST EPISODES
Episode 6
Sarah’s 1st interview on the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings
COVID-19 Q+A Part 1
COVID DESTINATION WEDDING LIVE Q+A: Postponing, Airlines, Contracts, Venues + All! ∙ DESTI 29
COVID-19 Q+A Part 2
Part 2 was recorded Live in the DESTILOVERS Community as DESTIHOUR 10.
Join to watch the replay!
COVID-19 Q+A Part 3
CORONAVIRUS DESTINATION WEDDING LIVE Q+A | SEPTEMBER 2020 UPDATE! ∙ DESTI 30
THANKS FOR
ANOTHER GREAT EPISODE SARAH!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER
TIME FOR TRAVEL FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
TIME FOR TRAVEL is a team of FREE Destination Wedding + Honeymoon Specialists owned by Sarah Kline who is known for saying:
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
An AMAZING choice for any Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific or Hawaii destination wedding or honeymoon, and with over 20 years of experience helping couples fulfill their dreams, Sarah and her team will make your DESTI wedding and honeymoon exactly what you've dreamed of!
More Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out to Time for Travel and see how they can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
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Sandals South Coast Virtual Valentine's Event w/ Sarah @ Time for Travel!
You’re invited to a LIVE Zoom Call this Saturday, February 13th @ 10am EST! So pour a mimosa, get cuddly with your boo + let’s take a trip to Jamaica!
“pour a mimosa, get cuddly with your boo + let’s take a trip to Jamaica!”
*This episode is sponsored by TIME FOR TRAVEL
JOIN US FOR A
Sandals South Coast LIVE CALL
w/ Sarah @ Time for Travel!
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
We may be staying home for Valentine’s Weekend but we can still have a great time! Let’s go to Sandals South Coast this Valentine’s Weekend with Sarah Kline!
Sarah’s heading back to the beach Brideriends! And she’ll be giving us live updates every step of the way as she heads to the Sexy Sandals South Coast in White House, Jamaica. Sandals South Coast’s “unspoiled” property is part of what has been called “the uncharted land” of Jamaica and has the Over-The-Water Bungalows and the new Swim-Up Rondoval Suites too! And Sarah’s put together a GREAT event this Valentine’s Weekend!
HERE’S WHAT IT’S LIKE
RIGHT NOW!
💕 How was it traveling there?
💕 How was the new process for COVID-19 testing to return home?
💕 How's the resort?
💕And more!
Enjoy this quick Q+A and if you come up with any other Qs ask away!
AND YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED!
Join us for a LIVE Zoom Call
this Saturday, February 13th @ 10am EST!
So pour a mimosa, get cuddly with your boo + let’s take a trip to Jamaica!
Sarah will be joined by the resort sales manager or GM with the beautiful ocean and white sand beach as her backdrop. They will give us updates on the safety protocols that Sandals have implemented and all the goods you need to know!
AND BOOKING INCENTIVES!
If you’re considering this resort for a wedding, honeymoon, or just a romantic trip (you need to, btw) Guess what! If you join the Zoom call, by clicking the link below, you will immediately qualify for booking incentives!
Here's a sneak peek of just some of the booking incentives that you can get if you join the live event and make a low deposit of $49/pp to secure your next Sandals Vacation with Sarah:
30 Minute Couples Massage
PADI Suba Certification
Catamaran Cruise
That's right!
You can get one of those incentives ONLY with Sarah because of the amazing partnership that she has with Sandals and Beaches Resorts.
Take a look at this beautiful resort! But seeing is believing and I want you to see it with me!
JOIN US THIS SATURDAY!
ZOOM CALL DETAILS
Topic: Sandals Southcoast LIVE with Sarah Kline
Time: Feb 13, 2021 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
JOIN ZOOM MEETING
https://zoom.us/j/93874055105?pwd=MTc2Q09BdEpaWk1ZOURNRlp4Qmk0Zz09
Meeting ID: 938 7405 5105
Passcode: sarah
Let’s go to Sandals South Coast!
See you there!
xx, Omi
P.S. let me know you’re going by accepting the invite in the DESTILOVERS Community or on the FB Page and I’ll look out for you! Who knows…we may or may not be working on a giveaway too - wink wink!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING SARAH!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL!
TIME FOR TRAVEL is a team of FREE Destination Wedding + Honeymoon Specialists
An AMAZING choice for any Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific or Hawaii destination wedding or honeymoon, and with over 20 years of experience helping couples fulfill their dreams, Sarah and her team will make your DESTI wedding and honeymoon exactly what you've dreamed of!
Time for Travel handled all of our travel for our destination wedding in Mexico and Honeymoon in Jamaica wayyy back in 2017 and our guests STILL rave about her and have used them for personal vacations since then. I only partner with companies that I truly believe in and I’m proud to have Time for Travel as a sponsor of the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
You can reach Sarah and Time for Travel at TimeforTravelLtd.com and follow her on Instagram @time4trvl_destination_weddings
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
Thanks for Watching + Listening Bridefriends!
Don’t miss an episode of the
DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
SHARE THE LOVE!
CORONAVIRUS, New CDC Regs + Your Destination Wedding!
Soooo…what does the new COVID-19 CDC regulation mean for you and your destination wedding? Here’s the CORONAVIRUS CATCH-UP PART 4 with DESTIPRO Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze!
*This episode is sponsored by VACATIONEEZE
DESTIHOUR is our monthly
LIVE Destination Wedding Planning Q+A Session
held in our DESTILOVERS Community!
EPISODE 33
CORONAVIRUS, New CDC Regs + Your Destination Wedding!
(AKA: 🥂 DESTIHOUR REPLAY:
COVID-19 DESTINATION WEDDING Q+A (PT. 4)
W/ JACK BENOFF @ VACATIONEEZE)
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
Welp - Rona is back @ it…
…so I brought DESTIPRO , Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze in to update and advise us on the current Coronavirus / COVID-19 destination wedding landscape!
I’m so excited to introduce you to Jack Benoff and this is the perfect way to share the magic that is Jack! I know you’ve already watched or listened to his latest interview: The Resorts Episode…
…WHICH, BTW went live last week, so ummm… yeah…I’m calling you out if you haven’t yet…but anyway…
Jack knows resorts, and destination weddings, and travel, so when your panicked questions about the new CDC regulations started rolling in, I knew exactly what to do!
I reached out and was SO HAPPY that Jack agreed to jump in and share what he knows and what you need to know too! So we planned an impromptu DESTIHOUR all for you to get informed and hopefully gain some peace along your DESTIWedding planning journey!
AND HE’S ACTUALLY IN MEXICO DURING RECORDING!
I heard your cries Bridefriends…
HEY OMI - WE NEED ANSWERS!
And we’re gonna you get some tonight!
SO IT’S CORONAVIRUS CATCHUP TIME AGAIN!
The DESTILOVERS Community brought some great (and tough) questions to this call and Jack gave great (and tough) answers! You’re gonna want a glass of wine and a candle for this one Bridefriends…
COVID-19 DESTINATION WEDDING QUESTIONS + TOPICS:
💕 What exactly does the new CDC regulation mean? How long do you think this will last?
💕 What are specific resorts offering in response to the new CDC regulations?
💕 What’s the best way to manage guests’ anxiety for destination weddings this and next year? (MOST POPULAR)
💕 What if my guests cancel so much that it’s not worth having the wedding anymore?
💕 Do you think brides should still proceed with planning?
💕 When should I be making a decision on proceeding vs. canceling?
💕 Is it selfish to ask guests to pay for their COVID-19 test to return to the states? Any creative alternatives?
💕 What if guests test positive and are stranded!…what are you planning to do with your clients?
💕 Are you comfortable traveling yet? How has it been for you and when are you coming back? How is that process?
💕 Any resorts giving more flexible policies? Should I use this info to pick a resort for my wedding?
💕 Do you think the US will make it a requirement to have a Passport Vaccine? Are you planning for this?
💕and so much more!
Now… traditionally DESTIHOUR replays are only found in the DESTILOVERS archive - which you get immediate access to when you join the Community - BUT this is soooo good and sooo needed that I’m happy to share with you here this week. I couldn’t keep this one a secret because that’s not a loving act now is it? No - it isn’t…
So I’m sharing this DESTIHOUR replay episode with you now and inviting you to join the DESTILOVERS Community (which is absolutely free btw)… Meet Bridefriends like you, continue the conversations from these episodes and join in on LIVE Q+A’s too! They’re Zoom Calls so everyone can participate - not just FB group members and the calendar for February is already up, so stop missing out. There are HOURS of past replays in the archive waiting for you too!
All links are in the description and can be found on the DESTILAND homepage - So I’ll see you in there!
*All information is as of the date of our interview - January 23, 2021. Be sure to check back for updates!
You can find all details and show notes for this episode and all other in DESTILAND @ www.desti.land - the link is in the description!
Soooo…what does the new Coronavirus/COVID-19 CDC regulation
mean for you and your destination wedding?
Here’s the CORONAVIRUS CATCH-UP PART 4 with DESTIPRO Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze!
Enjoy!!!!
You’re always welcome to join us live, but if you’re unable to make it - no sweat!
Drop a comment below or submit your questions and/or stories using the button below and I’ll answer in the next DESTIHOUR!
And if you know of any other couples planning a destination wedding during this time of COVID craziness, be a Bridefriend and share this post with them! They’ll thank you for sure!
See you soon!
xx, Omi
Soooo…what does the new Coronavirus/COVID-19 CDC regulation
mean for you and your destination wedding?
Here’s the CORONAVIRUS CATCH-UP PART 4 with DESTIPRO Jack Benoff @ Vacationeeze!
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST EPISODE!
YOU CAN WATCH TOO!
WATCH IN THE DESTIHOUR ARCHIVE!
Because the beautiful faces of the DESTILOVERS Community are in this interview, the video version is only available to members.
If you haven’t joined the free DESTILOVERS Community, you should stop missing out NEOW!
xx, Omi
LINKS!
Watch Jack’s “The Resorts Episode” Interview - CLICK HERE!
Jack’s YouTube Channel - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT JACK @ destinationweddingeeze.com - CLICK HERE!
Vacationeeze’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND: CLICK HERE!
Jack’s Rishtey Destinations Website: CLICK HERE!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JACK!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: VACATIONEEZE
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER VACATIONEEZE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
VACATIONEEZE is a travel and destination wedding planning company that’s been in the game for quite a while! Owned by a husband + wife duo, Jack + Sharon Benoff, they specialize in customized destination weddings and are proud to let each couple know that,
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
After meeting Jack and speaking to his gushing clients and colleagues, I couldn’t wait to partner up with Vacationeeze and make some destination wedding magic for you all!
Have Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out and see how VACATIONEEZE can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
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It’s Destination Wedding Resort Deepdive Time! Whether you’ve already chosen your resort or have absolutely positively no friggin’ idea WHERE to start when choosing your destination wedding resort - this is for you!
“ ...have the wedding you want, not the one the wedding planner @ the resort wants to sell you!”
*This episode is sponsored by VACATIONEEZE
EPISODE 32
The
Destination Weddings Resort
Deepdive Episode
HEY DESTIS + BRIDEFRIENDS!
I’m SO happy to share this interview with Travel DESTIPRO Jack Benoff of VACATIONEEZE with you!
FINALLY…AN EPISODE ALL ABOUT RESORTS - YAYYY!!!
Jack has been involved in the travel and wedding industries for over 20 years and was part of the founding team of THE KNOT! He sits on the board of many of your favorite resort brands and even ran one of the large honeymoon and destination companies. His family has been helping people plan their travels since 1978. Jack travels 1-2 weeks a month to various destinations and has been featured on many sites as a destination wedding specialist.
There’s no denying that Jack has a wealth of destination wedding planning advice to share with us! And in this interview, we dug into the nitty gritty of resorts.
Whether you’ve already chosen your resort or have absolutely positively no friggin’ idea WHERE to start when choosing your destination wedding resort - this episode is for you!
Prepare to get a glimpse behind the scenes from the perspective of a well-traveled destination wedding travel agent!
I dug deep with my Q’s and Jack was not shy in his A’s...Here are just a few things we discussed…
DESTINATION WEDDING QUESTIONS + TOPICS:
💕How to choose a destination wedding resort!
💕Which destinations are on his preferred list - and why!
💕 Reviews of SPECIFIC destination wedding resort brands!
💕Questions you must ask about your wedding - whether already booked or not!
💕 What does a destination wedding [great] travel agent do?
💕Destination wedding resorts with the best food!
💕Best adult-only destination wedding resorts!
💕Combining adult-only and family-friendly experiences into ONE wedding!
💕Must-knows about all-inclusive resort wedding packages!
💕Why some resorts do the things that they do…he has the behind-the-scenes view too
💕and so much more!
Soooo…what do ALL DESTICOUPLES need to know about destination wedding resorts?
Click Play and find out!
Enjoy!
xx, Omi
WATCH JACK’S INTERVIEW!
YOU CAN LISTEN ON THE PODCAST TOO!
LINKS!
Jack’s YouTube Channel - CLICK HERE!
CONTACT JACK @ destinationweddingeeze.com - CLICK HERE!
Vacationeeze’s DESTIPARTNER Page here on DESTILAND: CLICK HERE!
Jack’s Rishtey Destinations Website: CLICK HERE!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JACK!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: VACATIONEEZE
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DESTIPARTNER VACATIONEEZE FOR SPONSORING THE SHOW!
VACATIONEEZE is a travel and destination wedding planning company that’s been in the game for quite a while! Owned by a husband + wife duo, Jack + Sharon Benoff, they specialize in customized destination weddings and are proud to let each couple know that,
“We have personally visited each venue we recommend,
so we know which venue is a Perfect Match for you and your guests!”
After meeting Jack and speaking to his gushing clients and colleagues, I couldn’t wait to partner up with Vacationeeze and make some destination wedding magic for you all!
Have Destination Wedding Questions?
Don’t be shy, Bridefriend! - reach out and see how VACATIONEEZE can help you plan your DESTI Wedding!
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
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Coronavirus + Your Destination Wedding
2020 destination weddings have the most uninvited guest in the world…pour a drink…let’s have a chat!
“This [coronavirus] situation has brought out the best and worst in people…”
*This episode is sponsored by TIME FOR TRAVEL
What EVERY Destination Wedding Couple Needs to Know about the Coronavirus / COVID-19 Pandemic!
A LIVE Q+A W/ SARAH KLINE OF TIME FOR TRAVEL
HEY Destis + Bridefriends!
2020 destination weddings have the most uninvited guest in the world: CORONAVIRUS! And I’ve heard your questions loud + clear Bridefriends!
...Help is here!
This LIVE Q+A interview with #DESTIPRO Sarah Kline of Time for Travel is packed with all the MUST KNOW information if you’re planning a destination wedding in the time of this coronavirus pandemic.
Sarah was our travel agent for both destination wedding and honeymoon and has helped thousands more Bridefriends plan the destination wedding of their dreams all throughout the Caribbean and beyond! Her interview from Episode 6 is one of the most downloaded episodes - and for good reason!
I HAD to get her back on the show to update and advise us on the current Coronavirus / COVID-19 destination wedding and overall travel landscape - so she's returning to share ALL she knows about what the Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic is doing to the destination wedding industry and most importantly: how we can power through it!
DESTINATION WEDDING QUESTIONS + TOPICS:
💕 Destinations, Resorts, Venues, Airlines, Vendors...what are they doing and how should we handle them?
💕 When/how to (and not to) postpone?
💕 Advice for 2020 + 20201 couples…
💕 Insurance, ontracts, negotiating, travel advisories, borders closing…
💕 We're going over all of this AND MORE!
I KNOW you’re going to get sooooo much out of this!
*All information is as of the date of our interview - March 26, 2020.
Be sure to check back for updates!
WATCH SARAH’S INTERVIEW!
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Here’s a preview of the topics + Q’s we tackled:
What should we Any destination specific insights - what’s going on in Mexico, St. Lucia, Jamaica, DR etc...
What are resorts doing for destination weddings affected by coronavirus? (and what should we be thinking about?)
Specific advice by wedding month (April-December 2020)
How and when to postpone your wedding if you’re affected by the pandemic (immediately/wait for cancellation etc.)
Advice for 2021 destination wedding couples! How are you impacted? Keep planning, or nah? And how to think about things moving forward.
What are airlines doing for destination weddings affected by coronavirus? (pros and cons of credits vs. refunds)
Traveling, ticketing and wedding booking tips and tricks to know about and look out for in the future.
What if I don’t have a travel agent? We’ve heard about travel agents sending bills for canceled destination weddings...wtf?!?
Great money saving or negotiation tips while postponing and planning a destination wedding with coronavirus in play!
What the Level 4 travel advisories and stories of borders closing and people getting stuck around the world means for your destination wedding.
The BIGGIE: What would she do if she was planning a destination wedding in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic?
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING SARAH!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for a THIRD time for MORE destination wedding planning and travel tips!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR: TIME FOR TRAVEL!
TIME FOR TRAVEL is a team of FREE Destination Wedding + Honeymoon Specialists
An AMAZING choice for any Caribbean, Mexico, South Pacific or Hawaii destination wedding or honeymoon, and with over 20 years of experience helping couples fulfill their dreams, Sarah and her team will make your DESTI wedding and honeymoon exactly what you've dreamed of!
Time for Travel handled all of our travel for our destination wedding in Mexico and Honeymoon in Jamaica wayyy back in 2017 and our guests STILL rave about her and have used them for personal vacations since then. I only partner with companies that I truly believe in and I’m proud to have Time for Travel as a sponsor of the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings!
You can reach Sarah and Time for Travel at TimeforTravelLtd.com and follow her on Instagram @time4trvl_destination_weddings
And tell them Your best DESTI Bridefriend Omi sent you and they’ll take EXTRA SPECIAL care of you ;)
xx, Omi
LINKS DISCUSSED:
Episode 6
Sarah’s 1st interview on the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings
DESTILOVERS
Join the DESTILOVERS Community for our weekly LIVE Q+As
U.S. Department of State Travel Advisories
Currently: LEVEL 4 - DO NOT TRAVEL Global Health Advisory as of 03.30.2020
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Joyce Mnguni, Dream Weddings Riviera Maya
REALITY CHECKS w/ destination wedding planner, Joyce! I always say “everyone needs a destination wedding planner”, today I was challenged on that statement. Retraction maybe?
“Brides know when they need a planner...”
*Omi’s Wedding Photos courtesy of Shenko Photography
REALITY CHECKS
From My Destination Wedding Planner!
Q+A, Tips, Advice, Misconceptions,
Do’s, Don’ts & Warnings
Hey Destis + Bridefriends! I’m SO happy to share this interview with DESTIPRO Joyce Mnguni of Dream Weddings Riviera Maya with you!
I FINALLY got my very own Destination Wedding Planner on the show!
Joyce is truly magical and did an AMAZING job with our Desti wedding, but rather than just go on and on about my wedding, we decided to do a REAL DEAL Q+A to make sure that every Desti Bride is prepared to find and work with their planner and also understands the destination wedding planning process as a whole - no matter WHERE in the world you’re planning your wedding.
Joyce has worked with hundreds of couples and has a wealth of destination wedding planning advice to share with us! Prepare to get a glimpse behind the scenes from the perspective of a well-seasoned destination wedding planner!
I dug deep with my Q’s and Joyce was not shy in her A’s...Here are just a few things we discussed…
DESTINATION WEDDING QUESTIONS + TOPICS:
💕How to get what you want from your wedding planner (including crazy requests)!
💕Misconceptions about destination weddings - On-resort + Off-resort!
💕 The great civil vs. symbolic ceremony debate!
💕 Does EVERY couple need a destination wedding planner?
💕How to get married LEGALLY in Riviera Maya, Mexico!
💕Safety concerns in Mexico!
💕Must-knows about all-inclusive resort wedding packages!
💕 What can you do if you can’t afford a destination wedding planner?
💕 How to become a destination wedding planner!
💕so much more!
Soooo…what do ALL brides need to know about destination wedding planners?
Click Play and find out!
I Interviewed My Destination Wedding Planner...Here’s Her Side of The Story…
Enjoy!
WATCH JOYCE’S INTERVIEW!
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THANKS FOR EVERYTHING JOYCE!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning tips!
Joyce’s photos courtesy of @cocostudiobymoni
Joyce Mnguni and her team at Dream Weddings Riviera Maya are absolutely AMAZING!
Joyce handled the planning of our own Desti Wedding Weekend and truly went above and beyond! We were so happy about our decision to choose DWRM! You can reach Joyce at DreamWeddingsRivieraMaya.com and follow her on Instagram @dreamweddingsrivieramaya
Tell her DESTI Omi sent you!
xx, Omi
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Candice Coppola, Jubilee Events: Caribbean
Candice Coppola of Jubilee Events: Caribbean has been in the game for 10+years…her advice: “It’s like summer camp, for adults!”
*All photos provided courtesy of Candice Coppola & Jubilee Events
Meet Candice Coppola, DestiPro Extraordinaire on Episode 21 of the Bridefriends Podcast!
Candice is THE DEFINITION of a DestiPro - In the destination wedding business for over 10 years, She’s a wedding planner and designer, author, and founder of Jubilee Events and Jubilee Events: Caribbean, renowned event design and planning boutiques.
Clients have hired Candice and her team to design and plan adventures in Paris, Spain, Barbados, Mexico, Costa Rica and throughout the United States.
Her weddings are ridiculously luxurious and drool-worthy...so much that she’s been featured in...well...everything - but to name a few...Martha Stewart Weddings, BRIDES Magazine, Style Me Pretty, PEOPLE, ELLE and ELLE Decor, The New York Times, Glamour, and the list goes on...you name it, Jubilee Events has probably been in it.
AND NOW we can add DESTI® to her press sheet because Candice was more than happy to become a Bridefriend and share her amazing insights and REAL advice with us, to help us understand what works, and what doesn’t when planning a destination wedding!
We discussed:
· How to plan a destination wedding in Barbados
· Tips for multicultural and same-sex couples planning a destination wedding
· Must-haves when choosing your destination wedding planner and vendors
· Important factors to consider when deciding on a destination wedding location
· The best ways to plan a budget-conscious wedding in a luxurious location
· What Candice wishes every client knew about destination weddings BEFORE meeting with her
· The newest destination wedding book out on the market!
· And more!
So how do you plan a destination wedding in Barbados - and really ANYWHERE in the world?!?
Candice shares alll her best knowledge and expertise with us, so Press Play to see what to do!
Enjoy!
Links mentioned:
AppyCouple Wedding Website & App
Co-author BETH LINDSAY CHAPMAN
Key takeaway:
Destination Weddings are like summer camp - for adults!
Contact Candice Coppola:
Instagram @eventjubilee
Facebook /weddingsinbarbados
Twitter @candicecoppola
PURCHASE CANDICE'S NEW BOOK!
The White Dress: Destinations:
The Definitive Guide to Planning the New Destination Wedding
A FEW OF CANDICE'S FAVORITE PHOTOS TO ENJOY...
TO CANDICE:
Thanks so much for being a Bridefriend and sharing so much advice with us! We wish you much luck and LOVE your book, The White Dress: Destinations!
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SHARING IS CARING!
Professional Bridesmaid For Hire, Jen Glantz
Always a Bridesmaid...For Hire? A peek behind the veil of destination wedding planning from the mouth of the WORLD’S FIRST professional bridesmaid.
How can you be the VERY BEST Bridesmaid a Bride has even seen?
THE Professional Bridesmaid, Jen Glantz shares her best bridesmaid tips!
WATCH JEN’S FULL INTERVIEW ON DESTITV!
A bit of background: After being asked by 2 friends in one day to be a bridesmaid, Jen decided to put an ad out on Craigslist to offer her services to strangers who may need a professional bridesmaid. Since then she’s been on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News + now HERE with us on the DESTI Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast! Share this w/ your Bridefriends - anyone involved in your wedding can learn a few things from Jen.
Deeming herself the Wedding Party Whisperer, Jen bridges the gap between Desti and DestiBestie by sharing a wealth of advice for brides, grooms, bridesmaids and anyone else involved in a destination wedding, or any wedding for that matter.
Jen shares her crazy experiences as a Bridesmaid for a ton of brides and shares invaluable bridesmaid tips like:
💕What is a Bridesmaid for Hire + who would need one?
💕How to pick your wedding party members
💕Why some bridesmaids forget to be friends
💕How to stop people from sabotaging your destination wedding
💕How to deal with difficult bridesmaids
💕Preparing for emergencies
💕Traveling tips
💕How to be a great Bridesmaid for a destination wedding
💕and more!
And of course, we get to talk about her hilarious new book, Always a Bridesmaid FOR HIRE!
Enjoy!
THANKS JEN!
Jen - Thank you so very much for sharing the wealth on destination wedding bridal parties!
You can find Jen's book, Always a Bridesmaid For Hire: Stories on Growing Up, Looking for Love, and Walking Down the Aisle for Complete Strangers at
& on Amazon.com
CONTACT JEN GLANTZ!
Always A Bridesmaid For Hire’s Website
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Omi's Destination Wedding Week Beauty Recap! - Part 2
Part 2 of the makeup and beauty rundown of as much as we could remember and re-live from my destination wedding weekend! Gems!
All of my wedding photos are provided courtesy of Shenko Photography
What went RIGHT and what went WRONG for my destination wedding weekend?
We go through it ALL in my #DestiBeauty chat w/ Ivory Perkins - who I hired to come along to Mexico with me to do my makeup and hair for my wedding weekend! In Episode 3, we chatted BEFORE my wedding, and then, of course, I got married and we ended up with plenty more to share, so this is our conversation that we had AFTER everything.
It’s a rundown of as much as we could remember and re-live and there are some gems in there for sure for you! This is Part 1 and here we share the wealth on everything including:
💕What you should look for and warning signs when interviewing your Desti Beauty Pro for hair + makeup for your destination wedding
💕What to do if you can’t bring a professional makeup artist or hairstylist with you to your wedding destination
💕Day-of tips for your destination wedding + how to channel your energy
· And more!
Enjoy!
IVORY:
Thank you so much for being our Bridefriend and DestiBeautyPro and for just being your awesomely magical self!
MEET IVORY
Instagram @ivoryperkinsbeauty
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Ideas can come from anywhere and at any time. The problem with making mental notes is that the ink fades very rapidly.”
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Omi's Destination Wedding Week Beauty Recap! - Part 1
Strolling down destination wedding hair and makeup memory lane w/ Beauty Pro, Ivory Perkins. Back to Mexico we go!
Strolling down destination wedding hair and makeup memory lane w/ Beauty Pro, Ivory Perkins…Back to Mexico we go!
All of my wedding photos are provided courtesy of Shenko Photography
What went RIGHT and what went WRONG for my destination wedding weekend?
We go through it ALL in my #DestiBeauty chat w/ Ivory Perkins - who I hired to come along to Mexico with me to do my makeup and hair for my wedding weekend! We have plenty to share, so this is our conversation that we had AFTER everything. It’s a rundown of as much as we could remember and re-live and there are some gems in there for sure for you! This is Part 1 and here we share the wealth on everything including:
💕Roadblocks encountered before and during my destination wedding
💕What we did well, what could have been improved, what was expected etc. during my destination wedding weekend
💕Getting the most out of your wedding photos
💕Prepping your partner and Bridefriends
💕The Different Types of Makeup + Beauty Professionals and how to pick the right one for you
💕and more!
And just like episode 3, we are silly + chatty Bridefriends for real, so THAT’s why I decided to split it into 2 episodes. It’s a lot of information, so I hope you enjoy it!
WATCH PT. 1 ON DESTITV!
IVORY:
Thank you so much for being our Bridefriend and DestiBeautyPro and for just being your awesomely magical self!
MEET IVORY
Instagram @ivoryperkinsbeauty
behind the scenes photos…
Photos courtesy of all our great guests!
QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
“Just wing it...life, eyeliner, everything.”
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Anne Mulvihill + Nancy Latarte, Fête in France
Planning Dream Destination Weddings in France since 2006, sharing their secrets since…today.
Did you know that most destination weddings in France are symbolic ceremonies? Neither did I.
Photos courtesy of Fête in France
Sooo many dream of having a destination wedding in Paris, France and THESE ladies have planned HUNDREDS of events in France and have made QUITE a name for themselves in the industry.
Anne Mulvihill and Nancy Latart of the uber-popular Paris boutique event and wedding planning agency, Fête in France want to help you understand everything there is to know about getting married in Paris - make that all of France. So much so that they sat with me for about an hour and let me ask as maaany questions as I could. Clocking hundreds of events, this dynamic duo gives us a peek “behind the veil” of destination wedding planning in France and shares the wealth on everything from avoiding residency requirements and the best/worst wedding months, to choosing vendors and their favorite venues and so much more!
Now, Anne and Nancy may have the most comprehensive Show Notes thus far because they shared so many venues, photos and french traditions - and it’s all below just for you!
Enjoy!
WATCH FÊTE IN FRANCE’S FULL INTERVIEW ON DESTITV!
Anne and Nancy of Fête in France run the most experienced wedding planning agency in Paris and specialize in luxury events all over France for an international clientele.
They have been featured in numerous publications including Martha Stewart Weddings and they have entered DestiLand and agreed to be our DestiPros + Bridefriends for the day and share their BEST tips for destination wedding planning and share some great stories.
FÊTE IN FRANCE INTERVIEW DETAILS
TOPICS:
How to plan a destination wedding in France including the ever-so-popular Paris
Is it important to visit your destination before your wedding date?
What to do if you cannot visit your destination?
The best and worst months to have a wedding in Paris, France
How to get around the residency requirement and have your destination wedding in France
What makes a great destination wedding planner?
Religious ceremony options
Destination wedding planner vs. destination wedding coordinator
Money saving tips
Reasons to love France
Ways to infuse French traditions into your destination wedding
DESTI FACT:
Most destination weddings in France are symbolic ceremonies!
LINKS:
The Red Dress
Photos courtesy of Greg Finck
ANNE & NANCY'S FAVORITE DESTINATION WEDDING VENUES IN FRANCE
Anne's Favorite Venue:
Photos courtesy of Hôtel Le Marois
Nancy's Favorite Venue:
Photos courtesy of Mariage au Pavillon de Musique de la comtesse du BARRY
on Symbolic vs. Civil Ceremonies for destination weddings…
“ When you’re exchanging your vows in front of your friends & family - that’s the moment you marry each other and the rest is just a piece of paper”
A Croquembouche (or Croque-en-bouche) is a French dessert traditionally served at weddings, baptisms, and first communions. They are pastry balls piled into a cone and bound with threads of caramel and occasionally decorated with sparklers. What a treat for your guests!
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Aimee Monihan, Tropical Occasions + Mountain Occasions
Aimee of Tropical and Mountain Occasions shares 20 years of advice in planning weddings and events in the most beautiful places on the planet.
DestiPro and Bridefriend Aimee, of Tropical and Mountain Occasions, graces us with her 20 years experience in planning incredible Desti weddings and events in the most beautiful places on the planet. Aimee’s enthusiasm and passion for her work can be felt in this interview where she shares her super usable tips no matter what stage of planning you’re in and no matter where you’re planning your Desti Wedding!
Enjoy!
WATCH AIMEE’S FULL INTERVIEW ON DESTITV!
Thanks again for being our DestiPro Aimee!
The Beautiful Aimee Monihan of Tropical Occasions + Mountain Occasions shares her wealth of almost 20 years experience planning Desti weddings and events!
You can reach Aimee at Tropical Occasions & Mountain Occasions
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Quote of the week:
“People will forget what you said,
People will forget what you did,
But people will never forget how you made them feel.”
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30 Days to My Destination Wedding! - THE RUNDOWN
Our founder, Omi is @ 30 days! To celebrate she’s sharing her proposal, engagement, and stories along destination wedding planning journey! Somebody pop a bottle!
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DestiChat w/ BlackDesti:
30 Days to My Destination Wedding!
Proposal, Engagement, and the Beginning of My Desti Planning Journey
In this episode, I’m feeling all warm and fuzzy since my Desti wedding is in less than 30 days, so we have 1-on-1 Desti Chat with me...yours truly...your hostess, Omi aka, BlackDesti! I share how I met my amazing fiancé, the beginning of our destination wedding planning journey, give a couple of tips and celebrate 30 days!
Links as promised!
Interview w/ Sarah Kline of Time for Travel (my Travel Agent!)
Secrets Maroma Beach (Our Resort!)
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Name Change 101: Destination Wedding Edition w/ HitchSwitch.com
Wondering what it takes to change your name after you get married? We go over it all in Name Change for Dummies/MythBusters style!
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How to Change Your Name After A Destination Wedding
Changing her name? Changing his name? Hyphenating your last name, changing your middle name, not changing your name, or not sure? This episode is for you!
Jake Wolff, is Co-Founder of HitchSwitch.com and NewPassportPhoto.com joins us to go over the many intricacies of changing your name after marriage. These 2 companies are the name-change-life-saving brainchildren of Jake Wolff and Josh Gelb - two friends and attorneys that felt the need for a streamlined, dummy-proof process following their own marriages, so they made it a reality - a 3 step process to change your name!
This interview came in perfect timing because I was right at the beginning of figuring out how to change my own name, so I dug deep and got specific with my questions, which turned into an impromptu name change Mythbusters session.
Listen in to hear about the easiest way to change your name in any state and find out what you need to know about changing your name before AND after your destination wedding -- that's right - I said before AND after.
In this episode, we discussed:
· The origin of HitchSwitch.com and NewPassportPhoto.com
· The difference between a marriage application, marriage license and marriage certificate
· How to change your name after your wedding
· The processes of changing your first name, middle name, last name, and hyphenated last names
· The different State regulations and requirements to change your name
· How to change your name on your passport after marriage
· How to change your name in the US when you had a legal/civil ceremony for your destination wedding.
· The different processes for changing your name due to marriage, having children, divorce and death and everything else in between
· Can men change their name after marriage?
· How to change your name as a same-sex couple for marriage
· And more!
Things mentioned:
U.S. Department of State - International Travel Info.
(Choose your country and the "Local Laws & Special Circumstances" Section provides marriage, same-sex, religious advisories and so many more details)
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Jake Wolff, is Co-Founder of HitchSwitch.com and NewPassportPhoto.com. These companies are the name-change-life-saving brainchildren of Jake Wolff and Josh Gelb - two friends and attorneys that felt the need for a streamlined, dummy-proof process following their own marriages, so they made it a reality - a 3 step process to change your name!
Listen to Jake’s full-interview with Omi on the Desti Guide to Destination Weddings Podcast!
Find and follow HitchSwitch on Instagram @hitchswitch and YouTube
and don’t forget to get 10% off your HitchSwitch by using promo code BRIDEFRIENDS
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Sarah Kline, Time for Travel, Ltd.
Do you need a travel agent for your destination wedding? Yeah, you really do. We triple-dog-dare you to disagree.
“There’s no reason to NOT use a travel agent”
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You Need A Destination Wedding Travel Agent!
w/ Sarah Kline of Time for Travel
After planning travel for and working with thousands of couples and destination weddings around the world, Sarah Kline of Time for Travel Ltd. is ready to spill the beans. She helped me decode the mystery we know to be called “travel agents” and shares her best advice on destination wedding travel.
I’m very happy to introduce my own personal destination wedding travel agent, Sarah Kline who I originally found in Destination Weddings and Honeymoons Magazine. She’s absolutely amazing and I thought about how awesome it would be to get her on the show to pick her brain and get destination wedding planning advice from the perspective of a well-seasoned destination wedding travel agent -- I can’t wait for her to introduce herself and her company to you so let’s not wait any longer --Let’s get right to it, here’s Sarah Kline of Time for Travel, Ltd.
“If you’re not going all inclusive, stay home!”
DESTINATION WEDDING PLANNING TOPICS :
How do travel agents make money on destination weddings?
The benefits of hiring a destination wedding travel agent
How to choose your travel agent for your destination wedding
How to choose your wedding destination
Choosing an All-inclusive vs. Non-Inclusive Resort for your destination wedding
How to keep costs down for your destination wedding
The hottest up and coming resorts for destination weddings in 2017
How to get guests to make payment deadlines for your destination wedding and stay on track with travel
Different ways to reserve your room blocks
...and SO MUCH more!
THANKS FOR EVERYTHING SARAH!
Can’t wait to get you back on the show for MORE destination wedding planning tips!
Sarah Kline is an absolutely amazing travel agent! We used her for both our own destination wedding AND our honeymoon! You can reach Sarah at TimeforTravelLtd.com and follow her on Instagram @time4trvl_destination_weddings
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