By choosing to be married on the Costa Tropical, you are joining a fast-growing group of people who have chosen a "Destination Wedding" - sometimes called a "weddingmoon." The wedding, reception and honeymoon are held in one location, usually in an exotic location, far from home. Combining a vacation and spending rare, quality, family-and-friends time are the ultimate results.
This type of wedding is usually for no more than 35 to 40 people; it normally includes a few days of other activities for the invited guests. The bride and groom select the location for the rehearsal dinner and reception that would accommodate out-of-town guests, and prepare an activities guide for them. You could think of it as hosting your own personal event your way - the options are many and the choices are yours. Just make sure you print out an itinerary for your guests so they will know what to expect and what to pack.
Your wedding can be as personalized as you wish. Today, many couples write their own vows along with more traditional ones. If you decide to compose your own, remember to give a copy well in advance to the person officiating the ceremony. If members of your bridal party will be speaking, they need to rehearse ahead of time as well. Try to keep your own parts simple and short, as they will be easy to forget when nervous!
The type of ceremony itself varies too so these are important decisions to be made first.
