New to this site but in need of help!

Hi everyone,

I just signed up today! After reading so many posts and having no idea what I am doing, I was convinced that I needed to join. My fiance and I have been looking into having a destination wedding for a few months now. We started with St. Lucia, Aruba, Punta Cana and Jamaica. We have decided with Jamaica since I have family there and its where a lot of people have been. However, I have quite a few options and don't know what to choose or how to plan a wedding, let alone a destination wedding. Someone please help! I have also been trying to find a TA, any suggestions?

Happy Planning!

Welcome!

Having recently gotten married in Jamaica, I can tell you great choice!  As to the details I would say your next action is to decide on a resort (if you are thinking all inclusive) or a venue for your wedding and reception.  Once you decided on a resort/venue contact a wedding planner from there and book a date.  After that they will help you and guide you through the planning!  Good luck!

Originally Posted by mrstrob4 

Hi everyone,

 

I just signed up today! After reading so many posts and having no idea what I am doing, I was convinced that I needed to join. My fiance and I have been looking into having a destination wedding for a few months now. We started with St. Lucia, Aruba, Punta Cana and Jamaica. We have decided with Jamaica since I have family there and its where a lot of people have been. However, I have quite a few options and don't know what to choose or how to plan a wedding, let alone a destination wedding. Someone please help! I have also been trying to find a TA, any suggestions?

 

Happy Planning!

I agree with JayKay. I am in the process of planning a December wedding in Jamaica. The most important things is don't get stressed. I choose 3 resorts and weighed the pros and cons of each, contacted all the wedding planners with questions and then decided on one. Then we booked the day of the wedding. Once that is booked you can talk with the wedding planner. Most wedding planners like to finalize things once you arrive there. It sounds scary but I have heard that the process is relaxing and the weddings turn out beautiful.

Happy Planning

Have a great time in Jamaica... congratulations and welcome to the forums! Have fun with all your planning for your wedding day.

If there is anything I can do to help... don't hesitate to ask!

Talk to you soon!

Linkn

Congrats and welcome to the forum!  I knowledgable TA would be such a help for you right now!

Looking for a Travel Agent: You might want to try one of the BDW Travel Agents.  They Specialize in Destination weddings.  You can contact them HERE!

If you do not know what TA you want to work with, just fill out the form Contact a Destination Wedding Specialist HERE and I will direct you to the best agent that fits your needs.

You can read some of our reviews here: Wright Travel Agency ~ Destination Wedding Specialist Reviews HERE

• complete your profile (upload a photo, add profile details, etc.)
• visit the Newbies forum and introduce yourself
• find the forum for your wedding destination and create a subscription to threads/members/vendors that you are interested in

Here are some links that may be helpful to you:

• Destination Wedding Community & Forum
• Resort Reviews
• Wedding Vendor Reviews
• Destination Wedding Wiki's and Articles
• Wedding Image Gallery
• BDW FAQ's
• BDW Forum Rules and Etiquette
• Downloading Attachments

• Tammy Host (Founder and Owner of BDW)
• Ann
• Jamy
• Abbie
• Carly

Congratulations and happy planning!