How to Charge for a Destination Wedding
Destination weddings have become increasingly popular over the past century. Destination weddings tend to produce a smaller, more intimate wedding, as not all guests can afford the time or cost of travel to the destinatino. The cost of a destination wedding ultimately depends on the types of services chosen for the wedding. Many resorts offer all-inclusive weddings and special wedding packages. While there may be set packages, wedding planners and couples can always try to negotiate prices. Destination wedding can even be relatively inexpensive, due to group discounts.
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Determine the costs for each individual service. Wedding planners and resorts offer complete packages but a couple may only require one or two services. Common costs include flowers, catering, alcohol and reception. The costs of each service will vary widely depending on the wedding location and the chosen vendor.
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Charge for travel and accommodation if you are a vendor and your presence is required at the destination. Some wedding planners do not need to actually attend the wedding, but can take care of everything from their home base. Others may be required to attend the wedding; in this case, all travel costs will appear in the bill.
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Check for any specific taxes and other fees not normally associated with weddings. Guests may need visas to enter the destination country, or import taxes to bring in specific flowers or wedding decorations. These fees are non-negotiable, as they are set by the country's government. If you are a vendor providing services that will be taxed, those taxes or fees should be included in the bill.
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Increase costs for short-notice services or last-minute changes. Most destination weddings need to be planned months in advance if lower prices are to be negotiated. If the wedding or any of its services are needed or changed at the last minute, an increase in cost is justified.
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