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Destination Wedding....Just the 2 of us?

sweethrt06sweethrt06 member
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I've always wanted a destination wedding on a gorgeous beach!  We're planning on getting married May 2015.  I've talked with a travel agent and she is going to get me prices on different resorts (Paradisus Palma Real in Punta Cana, Palace Resorts in Riviera Maya/Cancun, El Dorado in Riviera Maya). 

The problem is I feel like none of my family is behind me in this decision.  I just have my dad helping me pay for the wedding.  It is a real pain to get him to help me with anything.  My soon to be mother in law keeps pressuring me into having a wedding in the area.  I am about to scream at her.  She says she understands and then she suggests another venue...not on a beach.  I don't know if my grandparents are excited about the idea but I know they'll be there. 

So I'm thinking.....Would it be weird to have our destination wedding with just us?  We could get married at a resort, not invite anyone, and then have our reception when we get home.  What does everyone think about this idea?  It might be easier than trying to fight with everyone to have the wedding I've been dreaming of.
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Re: Destination Wedding....Just the 2 of us?

  • Jells2dot0Jells2dot0 mod
    Moderator Ninth Anniversary 5000 Comments 500 Love Its

    I had a DW with just the two of us. In fact, most people did not even know we were getting married while on our vacation. I say that you need to do what makes sense for the both of you and if getting married on a beach is what you want, then go for it! However, if you are accepting any money from anyone, then they have a say in what your plans are. So, if you still plan on accepting money from your dad and he wants to be there but you do not include him, then that would be rude. If he gives you money knowing full well your intentions to marry alone, then that is fine.

    Also, as far as the reception goes, "At Home" parties are very common for DWs. It's just in poor taste to re-enact any part of the wedding at them. So, as long as you just focus on having a great party with food, drinks, dancing, and even a cake (minus the vows, bouquet toss, garter, and anything wedding-ish) then you should be fine!

     







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  • AM91509AM91509 member
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    This is exactly what my fiancé and I are doing. We plan on going to the courthouse in March and going away just the two of us for a ring exchange ceremony in December. When we come home, we will plan a celebration with everyone. It's your day, do what you want and what makes you happy.
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