Destination weddings combine the marriage ceremony and honeymoon into a single event, allowing everyone to take a little vacation with you for your wedding. Having the venue away from home can present its own challenges, though. Here is a list of things to consider while you are planning your destination wedding as well as how to tackle each obstacle. If things get to be overwhelming, you can always reach out to a wedding planner to help guide you through the process, from screening locations to getting the presents home! For more information about destination wedding venues and wedding planning assistance in Miami, contact DoubleTree Ocean Point Resort & Spa.

1. Weddings have the potential to be the
most exciting experiences of our lives,
that’s why we take such great care in
creating that special day. Will it be a
small affair or major extravaganza?
Traditional religious ceremony at a place
of worship or destination wedding?
Scenic weddings are constantly gaining
in popularity because they contribute a
naturally beautiful backdrop to such
unforgettable moments.
You don’t have to fly halfway across the
world to enjoy an incredible destination
wedding. With year-round warm weather,
beautiful beaches, vibrant nightlife and
lighthearted atmosphere, Miami is a
lovely place to exchange vows. Many
couples choose to say “I do” in forest
clearings surrounded by nature and still
more prefer the soothing atmosphere of
the beach. Whether having the ceremony
ocean side or in the stunning ballroom of
a nearby luxury hotel, a beach wedding
could be the perfect fit and requires
some very detailed planning.

2. There are so many beaches throughout
the country to choose from! Maine,
Virginia, Maryland and California are all
fabulous locales for seaside weddings,
but so is Florida. There are some truly
amazing venues in Miami, such as the
DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean Point
Resort & Spa, so consider adding it to
your list of possibilities. Regardless of
whether the wedding ceremony,
reception or both with be on the beach
or in the hotel’s event hall, it’s worth
considering when your wedding will
actually be. Miami's beaches experience
heavier traffic during the winter, spring
and fall so setting a date after Memorial
Day and before Labor Day will be less
hassle and provide the benefit of lower
costs without sacrificing lovely and
sunny weather during the trip.

3. Let’s face it: planning a wedding
is hard work! Never fear, though,
you needn’t go it alone.
Destination weddings require
travel arrangements for the
couple and guests, the possibility
of having to obtain permits for a
large number of attendees and so
much more. That’s where a
wedding planner comes in.
Your planner can help you plan
the event budget, select venders
such as ceremony officiates and
local DJs, coordinate with hotel
caterers to design your reception
menu and set up special
decorations like flower
arrangements or tents outside.
Through it all, a wedding planner
will ensure that your beach
wedding is both flawless and
enjoyable.

4. When it comes to your wedding dress,
beachside festivities do play a role.
Remember to bear in mind where you’ll
be celebrating when choosing a dress,
as long and heavy ball gowns probably
aren’t ideal for warm weather or
walking in the sand! Try for a shorter
styles and lighter fabrics, and don’t
forget practical shoes! Whether saying
“I do” or partying the night away on the
sandy beaches, high heels do not get
along with beach terrain!

5. Uh-oh. You’ve spent so much time and
effort on organizing each detail of the
event that you almost forgot about
wedding gifts. If you and your guest will
be travelling a lengthy distance to your
wedding venue in Miami, transporting
gifts back home becomes a concern.
There are, however, a few easy fixes.
First, consider bringing extra, empty
luggage to pack wedding gifts in. If you
have an extensive guest list and believe
the majority will give gifts instead of
cards and cash (or you registered for
very large items), it may become
necessary to pay for transport of these
items. You may opt to send your gifts
home or arrange for a truck to pack
everything into.

6. What better way to usher in a whole new life
than in the upscale, wonderfully relaxing
surroundings of the DoubleTree by Hilton
Ocean Point Resort & Spa? This resort hotel
takes the concepts of rest and relaxation to
exciting new levels. The suites here can
more aptly be described as apartments.
After all, they feature sprawling floor plans,
full kitchens, private terraces and washers
and dryers. Each room offers a view of the
Atlantic, and no expense is spared to ensure
your happiness and comfort.
The full-service European-style spa makes it
easy to treat yourself to a variety of relaxing
and rejuvenating treatments. After tying the
knot, spend a few blissful days enjoying the
upscale services of the spa. For fine dining,
you don’t even have to leave the premises.
Our distinctive Miami Beach restaurants are
guaranteed to satisfy even the most
sophisticated connoisseurs. Mouthwatering
delights converge with spectacular ocean
vistas to create an unforgettable Miami
restaurant experience. Discover the luxury
of time and space at the DoubleTree Ocean
Point Resort & Spa.

7. Oh, that special day will be so exciting! A destination wedding
set in beautiful Miami could be the beginning of a fruitful
marriage. If you chose to be married in Miami, the DoubleTree by
Hilton Ocean Point Resort & Spa is the obvious choice for the
venue. When the hard work is done, you savor each and every
moment of your wedding day, and we make that possible. Our
event facilities offer the perfect balance of upscale sophistication
and delicate intimacy. With captivating ocean views and the most
elegant appointments at every turn, you will find no better setting
in which to celebrate life's most treasured moments than our
Miami wedding and banquet facilities. When the hard work is
done, savor each and every moment of your wedding day—you
deserve it!
The DoubleTree by Hilton Ocean Point and Spa has everything you need to
create an unforgettable event.
For more information and to begin planning your dream Miami destination
wedding, contact weddings@oceanpointresort.com today.o c e a n p o i n t r e s o r t . c o m