Planning a destination wedding in Mexico? Regardless of whether you tie the knot on a stunning Mexican beach or in a historic magical town, planning a wedding away from home is both exciting and logistically challenging. However, with a little extra organization and the following expert-recommended tips, you’ll be able to plan your dreamy Mexican wedding with ease.
9 – 12 Months Before The Big Day
- Determine your budget
- Choose your magical destination
- Travel to your chosen destination to scout venues/resorts, meet with wedding coordinators and other vendors, etc.
- Hire a professional wedding planner that specializes in destination weddings
- Settle on a wedding date and reserve your wedding venue
- Book a photographer – the best ones are booked quickly!
- Start working on your guest list
- Bride: Shop for your wedding dress
6 – 9 Months Before The Big Day
- Work with your wedding planner to book all vendors
- Consult with your wedding planner regarding guest accommodation
- Launch your wedding website to keep guests informed
- Send SAVE THE DATE announcements to all your guests
- Create a gift registry, or better yet, consider a honeymoon registry!
4 – 6 Months Before The Big Day
- Obtain your passports
- Purchase wedding rings
- Finalize the entire wedding party’s attire
- Book and confirm travel arrangements
- Confirm details with all vendors
- Order your wedding invitations
- Book a hairstylist and makeup artist
2 – 3 Months Before The Big Day:
- Send invitations
- Schedule menu and cake tastings with venue, if possible
- Order party favors and décor
- Gather all necessary paperwork and documents
- Ship all wedding-day items to the venue
- Create a seating chart
- Schedule a final dress fitting
When you arrive at your destination:
- Finalize seating charts, itineraries and other details with your planner
- Apply for a wedding license
- Arrange for required on-site blood tests
- Do a rehearsal at the ceremony site and inspect ceremony/reception sites
- Assemble welcome bags and arrange to have them delivered to your guests
- Have a hair and makeup trial prior to the wedding
- Have your wedding attire pressed/steamed to smooth out any wrinkles
- Book a manicure and pedicure for the day before the wedding