{"id":18949,"date":"2020-10-15T07:00:39","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T12:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/?p=18949"},"modified":"2020-10-15T07:00:39","modified_gmt":"2020-10-15T12:00:39","slug":"destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons","title":{"rendered":"Destination Wedding Planning: The Pros and Cons"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re willing to bet that you\u2019re incredibly ambitious by nature. As a wedding planner, your work is so important to you. You\u2019re always looking for new ways to challenge yourself and elevate your business. If this is the case and you\u2019re currently trying to figure out the next step for your career, then we have 3 words for you: <a href=\"\/blog\/2018\/02\/becoming-a-better-wedding-planner-destination-or-luxury\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>destination wedding planning!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As a destination wedding planner, you\u2019ll be responsible for organizing and coordinating nuptials across the globe. By including this specialized service in your wedding planning business, you\u2019ll be able to increase your profits and attract a larger clientele!<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn more about what it\u2019s like to be an expert in destination wedding planning? Let\u2019s take a look at 3 of the most common pros and cons related to this profession\u2026<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-37.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18951\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-37.png\" alt=\"bride looking out at ocean during destination wedding\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-37.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-37-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Pro_Location_wont_limit_your_clientele\" >Pro: Location won\u2019t limit your clientele!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Con_Regional_laws_can_potentially_make_things_tricky\" >Con: Regional laws can potentially make things tricky.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Pro_You_get_to_travel\" >Pro: You get to travel!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Con_Not_everyone_will_get_to_attend_your_clients_big_day\" >Con: Not everyone will get to attend your client\u2019s big day.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Pro_Youll_get_to_network_like_crazy\" >Pro: You\u2019ll get to network like crazy!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2020\/10\/destination-wedding-planning-pros-and-cons\/#Con_Unexpected_emergencies_may_feel_a_little_more_overwhelming\" >Con: Unexpected emergencies may feel a little more overwhelming.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Location_wont_limit_your_clientele\"><\/span>Pro: Location won\u2019t limit your clientele!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Operating a local-only business is great, but it <em>does <\/em>limit the number of clients you can attract. Planning destination weddings allows you to expand your business to reach a much larger audience. You can offer your services to local <em>and <\/em>long-distance customers alike!<\/p>\n<p>These days, destination wedding planners often don\u2019t need to meet their clients in-person until the final days leading up to the wedding (or even until the day of the wedding itself)! Thanks to <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/10\/increase-your-event-planner-salary-with-qcs-virtual-events-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">today\u2019s technology<\/a>, plenty of destination wedding planners can meet with their clients, work with different vendors and organize events virtually \u2013 all without ever being together in the same room during the planning process!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Con_Regional_laws_can_potentially_make_things_tricky\"><\/span>Con: Regional laws can potentially make things tricky.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Organizing a local client\u2019s wedding is a time-consuming, meticulous process as it is. When it comes to destination wedding planning, though, this process can get even trickier. For example, if the celebration will take place in a foreign country or even just in another state, you may to take specific <a href=\"\/blog\/2019\/05\/destination-wedding-planner-answers-5-most-asked-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">laws and regulations<\/a> into consideration to help your client obtain a legal marriage license.<\/p>\n<p>The good news is that research will always be your best friend! The more information you gather to plan and prepare for a destination wedding, the less likely you and your client will be to come across any unexpected snags. If you do encounter any unforeseen challenges, thorough research and preparation will ensure that you know how to properly handle them.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-38.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18952\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-38.png\" alt=\"outdoor wedding reception setup for destination wedding\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-38.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-38-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_You_get_to_travel\"><\/span>Pro: You get to travel!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This part may seem obvious, but it\u2019s still worth mentioning this exciting perk! Destination weddings revolve around travel. While some of your clients may simply wish to tie the knot a couple of cities over, others will want to say their vows in a breathtaking, exotic location.<\/p>\n<p>Not <em>all <\/em>of your clients will require your assistance on the day of the wedding but <em>many<\/em> of them will. This means that where your clients go, you go! You\u2019ll have the chance to expand your horizons and gain cultural experience on a personal level, as well as <a href=\"\/blog\/2018\/06\/how-to-become-a-wedding-planner-for-different-cultures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">strengthen your skill-set<\/a> as an industry professional.<\/p>\n<p>No doubt, having vast wedding planning experience across a wide variety of different locations will look great on your resume!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Con_Not_everyone_will_get_to_attend_your_clients_big_day\"><\/span>Con: Not everyone will get to attend your client\u2019s big day.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a professional wedding planner, your job is to be there for your client to take any unnecessary stress of their shoulders. Sometimes, you\u2019ll do this by handling the guest list. Unfortunately, destination weddings can be difficult for some people to attend. Whether it\u2019s due to prior commitments or travel costs, not everyone who <em>wants <\/em>to be at a destination wedding will get to be there.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-39.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18953\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-39.png\" alt=\"bride and groom blowing confetti at camera\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-39.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-39-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Depending on the invitee and their relationship to your client, this can be a hard blow. Luckily, you can find ways to help everyone make the best of a bad situation! If you notice that too many guests, or extremely important guests, are unable to attend your client\u2019s destination wedding, you might suggest live-streaming their wedding online for guests who can\u2019t make it!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pro_Youll_get_to_network_like_crazy\"><\/span>Pro: You\u2019ll get to network like crazy!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The more destination weddings you plan, the <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/06\/finding-the-right-vendors-and-suppliers-for-your-destination-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">more industry experts<\/a> you\u2019ll meet from all around the world. What better way to build professional relationships and strengthen your network? Here are just a small handful of the different people you\u2019ll have the pleasure of collaborating with through destination wedding planning:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vendors<\/li>\n<li>Suppliers<\/li>\n<li>Venues<\/li>\n<li>Florists<\/li>\n<li>Event decorators<\/li>\n<li>Musicians<\/li>\n<li>Chefs, pastry artists, caterers, etc.<\/li>\n<li>Makeup artists<\/li>\n<li>Hair stylists<\/li>\n<li>Photographers<\/li>\n<li>Videographers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This will also provide you with opportunity after opportunity to make lasting impressions, and build <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/01\/destroy-your-career-in-event-and-wedding-planning-in-5-easy-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a solid reputation<\/a> as an international destination wedding planner!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-40.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-18954\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-40.png\" alt=\"'Just Married' written on sand at the beach for destination wedding\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-40.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-40-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Con_Unexpected_emergencies_may_feel_a_little_more_overwhelming\"><\/span>Con: Unexpected emergencies may feel a little more overwhelming.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Of course, <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/01\/6-common-emergencies-youll-face-the-day-of-the-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">unexpected situations<\/a> happen \u2013 regardless of the kinds of weddings you plan. You can\u2019t control everything, and sometimes, things won\u2019t unfold as you intended. Emergencies that take place at <em>destination <\/em>weddings can be a bit more challenging to navigate than those at local weddings. After all, you\u2019re all in a foreign, unfamiliar place. You might not have all of the resources at your disposal to solve problems as easily as you could have on your home turf.<\/p>\n<p>This is where your professional destination wedding planning training will become essential! Always remain calm and rely on the back-up plans you\u2019ve put into place (to prepare for exactly this scenario). Make sure you\u2019ve put together a thorough <a href=\"\/blog\/2014\/11\/stocking_event_planner_emergency_kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">emergency kit<\/a>, and that you\u2019ve brought it with you on the day of the event.<\/p>\n<p>By preparing for your client\u2019s destination wedding as thoroughly as humanly possible, you\u2019ll be surprised how many emergencies you can resolve with just a bit of extra effort on your part!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ready to take your career to the next level? Learn more about QC Event School\u2019s <\/strong><a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/destination-wedding-planning-specialization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Destination Wedding Planning Course<\/strong><\/a><strong> and enroll today! <\/strong><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re willing to bet that you\u2019re incredibly ambitious by nature. As a wedding planner, your work is so important to you. 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