Welcome to Destinations by MC
Your Personalized Destination Wedding Bestie
If the thought of a destination wedding sounds magical but you’re getting lost in a sea of resorts, packages, and logistics, you’re so not alone. Trust me, planning a destination wedding should feel like an adventure, not a stress marathon. And that’s where I come in—your go-to travel bestie at Destinations by MC!
Too Many Resorts to Choose From?
Been There.
We get it—there are literally hundreds of all-inclusive resorts across the Caribbean, each claiming to have the perfect destination wedding experience. Not to mention, questionable reviews and overly manicured photography – But how do you choose the right one when everything looks amazing (and overwhelming)?
That’s where I work my magic. I’ve done the research, I’ve built relationships with these resorts, and I know the hidden gems that’ll fit your vibe and budget. Every resort has been vetted by a network of travel agents so you can cut through the noise and get to the facts.Whether you’re looking for that stunning beachfront ceremony or a tropical jungle backdrop, I’ll help you narrow down your dream location so it’s totally you.
The Destinations by MC Difference
Confidence in your choices knowing the resort was vetted by a network of travel agents.
Assistance narrowing down your choices for a resort that perfectly matches your vibe.
Doing your own research but knowing you have an expert in your pocket who can affirm your choices.
Relying on online reviews that may or may not be real and may not reflect your preferences and personality.
Waiting until the big day to be sure if the resort you chose is right for you.
Muddling through 15 browser tabs and cobbling spreadsheets to find the right fit while continuing to worry if the resort will meet your needs.
How Does This Even Work? Let’s Break It Down.
So, you have an idea of your dream destination. Now what? If you’re wondering how the process works, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered. Think of me as your guide through this entire journey. Here’s the scoop:
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Personalize
Fill Out an Inquiry Form
Let me know your inspirations, your must haves, and your must NOT haves.
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we chat
Let’s Narrow It Down
I’ll do all the legwork to find the best resorts, compare packages, and make sure everything lines up with your preferences. I use real life experiences to affirm your choices.
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We customize
I Find the Perfect Fit
Together, we’ll tweak any details, from wedding packages to travel logistics, to make sure it’s seamless and stress-free.
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relax
Be blown away.
I’ll handle all the behind-the-scenes coordination while you focus on enjoying your big day!
The Benefit of Booking with Destinations by MC
Planning a destination wedding sounds like such a dream, right? But let’s be real—there’s a lot that can make the process totally overwhelming. Good news? I’m here to handle all the tough stuff so you can focus on the fun stuff (like picking your dress and deciding on your cocktail menu 🍹).
At Destinations by MC, we know that you want the wedding of
your dreams without losing sleep over your decisions. In order to do that, you need find the right resort that fits your wedding and vacation vibe. The problem is, there is so many options which makes you feel overwhelmed. We believe planning a destination wedding should be an adventure, not a headache. We understand how important this momentous day is, which is why we vet every resort to ensure everything will exceed your expectations.
Here’s how we do it:
1. We get to know you to understand
your preferences and taste.
2. I narrow down the choices and we talk through the positive and negatives of the remaining options.
3. I handle the logistics of getting you there while you decide on your signature drink for cocktail.
So, click the button below to start planning and in the meantime, feel free to
look around and get inspired. So you can stop worrying if you are making the
right choice for your wedding, and instead sip an Aperol spritz with the people
you love!
Girl, I’ve got you covered from start to finish. Let’s make this destination wedding everything you’ve dreamed of (and more) without the stress or the drama. Ready to start planning? Hit me up, and let’s make magic happen! Or keep scrolling for more beenfits with your desti wedding bestie.✨
Getting Everyone to Book Their Travel? Ugh.
Coordinating your family, your fiancé’s friends, and random cousins to get their flights and hotel rooms booked? No thanks. Chasing people down for RSVPs is already hard enough! I’ll create a custom group page where everyone can book their own travel without you playing middleman. I’ll even manage the payment plans, so all your guests know exactly what to do. You won’t have to worry about a thing!
Managing Deposits and Payment Plans
Trying to keep track of deposits, deadlines, and multiple payments feels like doing math homework again. No one wants that. Leave the money stuff to me. I’ll handle all the deposits and payment schedules, so you (and your guests) won’t have to stress over due dates or random fees. I’ll make it easy peasy.
Keeping Guests Happy Without Losing Your Mind
Your mom wants a traditional wedding, your friends are asking about the party scene, and your fiancé just wants to make sure everyone’s happy. Balancing all those opinions? Yikes. I’ll help you create the wedding of your dreams while keeping the crowd satisfied. We’ll make sure everyone has a good time—without you having to compromise your vision.
Why we love destination weddings…
Cost Savings
Destination weddings are budget-friendly powerhouses, offering savings of up to 40% compared to conventional weddings.
Extended Celebration
Enjoy a celebration that goes beyond a single day. It’s not just a wedding; it’s a multi-day experience filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments.
Intimate Bliss
Say goodbye to wedding guest-list headaches! Destination weddings create an intimate, close-knit vibe, perfect for celebrating with your cherished inner circle.
Built-In Honeymoon
Destination weddings can seamlessly transition into honeymoon mode, saving on travel expenses and time traveling, giving you more time for each other.
Picture-Perfect Backdrops
Forget ordinary venues. Picture yourself in exotic, jaw-dropping locations that turn your wedding into a visual masterpiece. Your photos will be breathtaking!
Stress-Free Bliss
Your travel advisor takes care of the travel logistics for you and your guests, and many resorts and venues offer wedding coordinators and stunning all-inclusive wedding packages, leaving you free to focus on the fun stuff and creating unforgettable memories
A survey by Destination Weddings Travel Group revealed that 87% of couples said the top reason for having a destination wedding was to have a more intimate celebration with close family and friends.
A study by the ISDWP(International Society of Destination Wedding Professionals) found that 47% of couples said they had fewer planning challenges with destination weddings compared to traditional weddings.
Making Sure Your Wedding Feels Like You
You want your wedding to be unique, not a cookie-cutter package that a hundred other brides have had. You need those personal touches to make it yours. I’m all about customizing the experience. From personalized decor to unique guest experiences, I’ll make sure your wedding is 100% you, with all the little details that make it special.
Stress-Free Planning from Start to Finish
Forget about the spreadsheets, long emails, and late-night Google searches. I’ll be with you every step of the way. Think of me as the bestie who has all the answers—whether you’re worried about guest accommodations, wedding-day details, or even post-wedding travel plans (aka your honeymoon!). We’ll get it all sorted so you can enjoy every second.
I realize you might still have some questions…
What will the cost breakdown look like for me and my guests?
What will the cost breakYour guest pricing will look like this – Cost of accommodations + transfer + Flights + trip protection if desired.
Your pricing as the Wedding Couple will look like this – Cost of accomodations + transfer + Flights + trip protection if desired. + Cost of wedding
Additionally, you can choose to arrange a group excursion for you and your guests or your wedding party.down look like for me and my guests?
Do we, the wedding couple, receive any perks when booking a destination wedding?
Yes! One of the best things about destination weddings at all- inclusive resorts are the perks! Depending on the resort, the perks are based on how many room nights are booked. Those perks range from free room upgrades, free room nights (you receive the monetary value back), free wedding events like a cocktail hour, 3-hour reception, and even a $1,000 credit for the bride and groom!
- Perks and concessions are based on a certain number of room nights booked.
What if a guest wants to book on their own?
For flexible groups, guests can book on their own but they will miss out on the cost savings and perks the other guests receive. If doing a room block, they could run into additional fees to attend the wedding events, but they will also not be getting support from your travel advisor, and you the couple, will lose out on those room nights that go towards the perks and concessions you may receive. If a guest books at an entirely different hotel they will also need to pay an additional fee for a day pass to the resort. Likely when you add everything up with transportation, financially it wouldn’t make sense. We include this information in the booking link your guests will receive.
What exactly does a Certified Destination Wedding Travel Advisor do?
- We take the time to listen to your preferences for your dream wedding and guide to the destination and resort is right for you.
- We help you decide on ceremony and reception locations based on your preferences.
- We check availability and confirm wedding date and request locations for ceremony, cocktail, and reception.
- Negotiate group rates and make room requests.
- Work with your guests to make their travel arrangements, including airport transportation and travel insurance and providing a booking site for them to do so.
- Communicate with resort management on your behalf should any issues arise.
- Provide a wedding website if desired.
- Provide an online guestlist so you know who has booked.
- Answer questions from your guests about the destination, resort, travel, excursions, weather, etc.
- Organize group excursion or activities for you and your guests.
- Design your honeymoon in either the same destination or a different location.
Will my travel advisor be at the resort to handle wedding details on site?
Most resorts have a designated on-site wedding coordinator and wedding departments that are like well-oiled machines, they orchestrate unforgettable weddings constantly and do an incredible job making your special day perfect! They take care of all of the fun wedding planning details. However, if you prefer to have your Travel advisor onsite to help with anything travel related, greeting guests and assisting with check ins and check outs, accepting deliveries to the resort on your behalf, organizing excursions etc we would be happy to provide this concierge service at an additional cost.
Do my guests have to book flights through our destination wedding travel advisor?
No, guests can book flights on their own if they’d like to, especially if they want to use credit card points to do so. They can still book transfers, accommodations, and travel insurance through the booking portal. We will just ask them to send over their flight information in order to confirm their transfer pickup times.
How do you, our travel advisor, get paid?
I receive a commission from the resorts for handling the booking. No planning fees here, no cost to you! Rest assured – I don’t work for commission; I work for you. Meaning: commissions do not influence my choices. The most important factor is that you are happy with my recommendations, so in order to have repeat customers, I need to put the customers first. And for what it’s worth, I don’t find differences in commission to be impactful enough to sway my suggestions.
We also want to enjoy a honeymoon after our wedding can you help with that too?
Absolutely! Whether it is at the same resort in an upgraded room, the same destination at another dreamy resort, or a different destination to explore with your sweetheart, we would be honored to design your honeymoon for you as well!
Which ceremonies are available Legal, Symbolic, or Religious?
- ach country has it’s own legal requirements in order for a wedding to be legally recognized. This includes things like blood tests, translated documents, legal officiants, a certain length of stay in destination, etc. which will include higher fees. Then you will have to wait for the legal documents to be sent to you at home and then work with local requirements to have your wedding legally recognized. You will find exact requirements at the destination’s U.S. embassy website and at your local courthouse.
- Symbolic ceremonies are a much easier process without legal documents required, most couples like to have an intimate courthouse wedding with their closest family members or alone as a couple prior to leaving or in celebration after their Destination Wedding.
- Religious ceremonies have special needs of their own. Certain resorts in certain destinations ensure that specific venue and officiant requirements are met to be able to perform these ceremonies. Your advisor will guide you to the right resorts for you.
OMG, What If It Rains?!
You’ve been dreaming of a beach wedding, but what if the weather has other plans? The idea of a rainstorm on your big day is freaking you out. I’ll help you pick the best date with the least chance of rain, and I’ll make sure there’s a solid backup plan in place just in case. We’ll keep the vibe beautiful and chill, no matter what.
Wedding Packages That Won’t Break the Bank (or Your Sanity)
One of the biggest questions I hear is: “What’s included?” or “How much is this going to cost?” Well, great news—destination wedding packages are often more budget-friendly than you think. Plus, I know which resorts are offering killer deals (hello, complimentary ceremony upgrades and free nights!). I’ll make sure you’re getting the most value out of your package without compromising on the little details that make it you.
Let’s plan the destination wedding of your dreams – one that’s as unique as you are. Ready to get started?