Things You Forget When Planning a Destination Beach Wedding
Wedding dress? Check. Rings? Check. Two people in love? Check. Sounds like you’ve got it all covered, right? Planning a destination wedding in Playa del Carmen is easy peasy but you may forget a few essential things as you fantasize about your gorgeous day. The wedding planners at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen are here to help! Here are some tips from our pros so no detail is missed in planning your destination wedding in Playa del Carmen.
Plan B in case of rain on your Playa del Carmen wedding day
You’ve chosen a destination wedding with dreams of sunny blue skies and the perfect tropical weather. Of course, the reality is that it just may rain on your wedding day (Alanis Morrissette anyone?), and having a Plan B is a must. Lucky for you, Villa la Joya has incredible Clear Sky Tents to save the day, the only ones of this kind in the Riviera Maya! Stunning tents that will give you great light and protect you from any raindrops that may fall.
Brides are busy being beautiful and in love and bridal gowns don’t have pockets
On the day of your wedding, the last thing you want to worry about is phone calls from vendors or any kind of “business”. Assign a “go-to” person that your wedding vendors can reach on the big day or can be ready to receive the call from Auntie Emma in England who couldn’t attend but wants to send good wishes. No pockets on bridal gowns to carry phones and notepads, leave the bride to her amor and let someone else be the contact.
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Consider tips in your budget: Gratuities are greatly appreciated
Tips are not required of course but they are very much appreciated by your hard-working vendors. You don’t want to arrive on your wedding day with any unplanned expenses, set aside a percentage to tip your vendors and staff, they will be truly grateful.
Light up your life! Creative ways to light your Playa del Carmen wedding
Daytime ceremony turns to evening wedding reception as the sun goes down and you are now in the spotlight or in the dark! Plan your Playa del Carmen wedding lighting with our event pros and go beyond the boring and routine set-up!
Fairy lights and chandeliers, candles and torches, dance floors that glow with light, and a whole disco mood if you like! Villa la Joya weddings are full of LIGHT and love and we are excited to share our expertise with you in creating magical event lighting design.
Food: Beyond “chicken or fish”, things to remember when planning your wedding day catering
Number one, please remember to eat on your wedding day! Bride and groom are busy, with butterflies in their tummies but be sure to fuel your body to keep going all day long. It is important to ask your guests for any food allergies or restrictions in advance and notify your Playa del Carmen wedding caterers. You will need to consider meals for your vendors, your wedding photographer and others will be with you all day and will need to be nourished as well.
If I hear that song I will scream: Do Not Playlists for your wedding DJ
In addition to creating the PERFECT playlist for your wedding, you may want to include a DO NOT PLAY EVER list for your DJ. Songs that remind you of your ex or just make you cringe, be sure that your DJ will keep your party hopping with no bad vibes!
Personal touches and important information: Guide your guests in style
You’ve designed your “save the date” and of course your wedding invitations, don’t forget about seating charts, welcome signs, “this way to the bar, that way to the churros” directional posters and all the little details that will guide your guests throughout the day. Remembering this early in your wedding planning makes it easier when working with printers and vendors, keeping the theme, fonts, colors, etc. in one-shot orders. You can use your theme in creating beautiful neon signs too, we LOVE this for the sweethearts’ table or photo booth backdrops at our Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen weddings.
We’ve got you covered! The wedding planners at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen won’t let you forget a single thing, our years of experience ensure that your wedding day flows and nothing is left to chance. We can’t wait to hear your ideas and start working with you in planning YOUR destination wedding in Mexico!
Contact us today to reserve, our 2022 & 2023 weddings are starting to fill up, book your date now and let’s start planning your wedding at Villa la Joya Playa del Carmen!
Photo Credits (no particular order): Moni Adri Photography, LuxArt Weddings, Sea Love Wedding Films, Sweet Caribbean Photography, Jahlcob Photography, Caro Navarro Photography, Bohemia Photography