Fillable Printable Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Template

Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Template

Destination Weddings

DESTINATION WEDDING & HONEYMOON TIMELINE

The wedding planning process can be one of the most hectic and stressful times of your life. If you’re not sure when you

should start planning your destination wedding or honeymoon, you can use this timeline as a guide to make planning

easier. Plus, your travel agent can also help in providing advice and planning each step of your destination wedding

or honeymoon.

TIMELINE

9 -12 MONTHS BEFORE

Set a budget

TIP: To nd the best deals, especially for tropical locations, plan your wedding during

off-peak times such as September – mid December or the week after Easter

through mid-May

Start researching hotels to host your wedding and/or honeymoon

TIP: Use our Destination Wedding Questionnaire to help compare resorts

TIP: Ask your travel agent about Funjet’s Groups Your Way program to get an exclusive

promo code for you and your guests to save even more

6-9 MONTHS BEFORE

Find out the marriage requirements for your chosen destination

Book your reservation including airfare and hotel

TIP: Funjet strongly recommends purchasing All-In-One travel protection for complete

peace of mind in case of the unexpected!

TIP: Things to think about when you book include seat assignments, special in-ight

meals, checked luggage allowances, luggage fees, rental cars and excursions to

do while you’re in the destination.

TIP: For brides, book your reservation under your maiden name because it will take about 3 weeks to get a copy of your marriage

certicate. Plus, if you already own a passport, the name on your reservation must exactly match the name on your passport

if you’re traveling internationally.

Send out “Save the Date” notications to your guests with your wedding website address

and online registry info

TIP: Funjet offers customizable “Save the Date” templates – just ask your travel agent for details

Start planning the details of your wedding ceremony and reception with your hotel’s

wedding coordinator

3 MONTHS BEFORE

Obtain your Passports and/or visas if traveling internationally

IMPORTANT NOTE: A government issued photo I.D. is required and must match the name on the reservation.

Visit http://travel.state.gov/passport for details or to apply for a passport

TIP: If you don’t already own a passport, apply for your passport under your maiden name. Once you receive your marriage certicate, you can

get a Passport Amendment/Validation Application. Go to the nearest passport agency and you will receive an updated passport in about

three weeks. Married women traveling under any name other than what is printed on their documentation must supply a marriage license.

For travel to some countries, a visa may also be required. Please contact the local embassy for further information.

Find out if your destination requires any special blood tests or vaccinations and get those done if needed

Finalize the itinerary for the wedding day along with any booking and conrming any activities for your guests such as golf, tours/excursions

or spa services

Destination Weddings

DESTINATION WEDDING & HONEYMOON TIMELINE

1 MONTH BEFORE

Create a list of items for your trip

Re-conrm all reservations

Make accommodations for your pets (if needed)

Make sure you will have any prescriptions needed

Contact your airline about luggage storage for your wedding dress or other

garments during the ight

2 WEEKS BEFORE

Contact your cell phone provider to nd out if your phone will work in the destination and

if they charge fees for international calls

Purchase calling cards or download an app to your Smartphone such as Skype if you’re

not using your cell phone while in destination

Exchange money (if needed)

1 WEEK BEFORE

Hold your mail at the post ofce

Photocopy your passport, travelers checks, and any other important paperwork.

Give one set to a relative and put the other set in a safe deposit box

Start thinking about what you need to pack, especially based on the weather forecast

Research parking options for the airport and get directions

Mail or email the wedding itinerary along with any special instructions to your guests

TIP: Many hotels have dress code requirements for the wedding or reception venue,

so make sure to check with the resort and pass along any information to your guests

so they can plan accordingly

3 DAYS BEFORE

Conrm your international ight times

Check the weather forecast

Notify your credit card companies of your travel plans

Go to your bank and get at least $50 in singles for tips and other incidentals

1 DAY BEFORE

Conrm your domestic ight times

Print out your itinerary, directions and e-documents

Pack your bags (make sure any liquids you’re carrying on the plane are in packaging less than 3.4 ounces and are packed in a separate,

clear quart-size plastic bag)

Label your luggage with your name, address, and phone number

DAY OF DEPARTURE

Put your passport, airport and parking directions and e-documents in an easily accessible place like a purse or shoulder bag

Arrive at the airport at least 2 ½ hours prior to departure

ON ARRIVAL

Meet with your hotel wedding planner and conrm details for the big day

Apply for a marriage license

Check out the wedding ceremony and reception sites

Make reservations for dinner restaurants for your guests if reservations are required

Get a list of each wedding guest’s hotel room number

Relax and have an amazing time!