What is a Destination Wedding?
is when the couple hosts their ceremony in a different country, or simply in a different city, other than the couple’s hometown, which typically involves travelling for most of the people taking part in the celebration. Destination Weddings are usually assosiated with scenic and charming locations such as little known Italian Villages or Luxurious Resorts in destinations such as Los Cabos, Mexico ideal for Destination Beach Weddings. Roughly 1 in 4 couples will host a destination wedding; a pretty impressive figure considering what’s involved in the planning process. They are a great substitute to tradditional hometown ceremonies, and many couples will chose their destination for its sentimental value, others simply because they love it, for example check this stunning Weddings in Cabo!
How to get the most out of your Destination Wedding Photographer
Cabo Wedding Photographer Tips & Tricks
1. Review your contract throughly before signing and execute payments in a timely manner.
Our contracts are simple and straightforward, but like any legal document, they should be reviewed carefully before signing. A good photographer will outline scenarios and state what is and isn’t included in the price you are paying, as well as define what actions will be taken in the case of unforeseen circumstances. Please read carefully and refer back to your contract before requesting additional services. Executing your payments according to the agreed upon schedule will ensure your date remains blocked in our calendar and the day-of runs as smoothly as possible.
2. Organize your special items early in the morning and place them on a table ready for us.
All brides and grooms have certain special items that form part of their wedding day. Whether it be your something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue, a cute handwritten note from your groom or a copy of that designer wedding invitation you worked so hard to proofread, all such items should be gathered together and placed on a table in your hotel suite for us to photograph during your getting ready session. Also having houskeeping get your room early in the morning and clear from any mess is a plus. Being organized saves time and ensures more bang for your buck.
3. Book a little more than you think you will need.
As you might think, things can happen, and no wedding goes off without a hitch. There are many little incidents, and some bigger ones, that may cause delays throughout the day, your wedding planner will have it all under control so all runs smooth behind the scenes. So, if you think you have it covered with 5 hours of photography, it’s probably better to book 6.
4. Create a list of those group portraits you simply must have, and designate someone to oversee them.
While current trends in the Destination Wedding Photography industry have moved away from the rigid group portraits of the past, most couples still have certain expectations as to who simply must be photographed together. Time on the wedding day for these portraits is usually limited to 30 or 40 minutes post-ceremony when guests are still gathered relatively close to one another at cocktail hour. Remember, we know you, you’re the ones in the big white dress and dapper suit, but we couldn’t tell your nearest and dearest from the regular Joes we see day in, day out. Creating a list of those groups who must be photographed together, including their names and positions, and designating a family member in the know to help us oversee its execution means we will be able to capture your portraits in a relatively short amount of time before guests start to eat, drink and wander.
Example: Shot 1: Mother of the Bride – Ana Thompson, Father of the Bride – Ron Thompson, Mother of the Groom – Lorena Smith, Father of the Groom – Greg Smith, Bride, and Groom.
5. Hire a wedding planner.
Regardless of how hands-on or DIY you are, a bride is always busy on her wedding day. As you receive countless hugs and well wishes, chat, mingle and hopefully find some time to eat and drink, that leaves little to non time to execute your own timeline. Hiring a qualified wedding planner to ensure things run according to schedule, as well as to coordinate with ourselves and other key vendors, will allow you to enjoy your special day without sweating the small stuff.
6. Smile.
Whether you love the camera or generally dodge behind the nearest tree when your Destination Wedding Photographer appears, just be yourself, relax and smile! Nerves and tension are amplified by the camera’s lens, so try not to worry about every pose and movement, feel free to improvise and be spontaneous, that always makes the best pictures. If you are enjoying yourself, you will be able to tell in the pictures, we will take care of the rest.
7. Be on time.
You are hiring us by the hour, and while we understand that the unexpected may happen, try to be as punctual as possible to avoid the need for extra charges. Your wedding planner will appreciate it too!
8. Consider an “Unplugged Ceremony“.
We know your family and friends are almost as excited as you are on the big day, but it’s important to remember you are paying us for a purpose. Consider asking your nearest and dearest to pocket their phones and tablets during the ceremony time, allowing us access to that perfect shot without Uncle Bob in the way! Talk to your wedding planner about different ways this may be relayed to guests in a manner that is cute and non-offensive.
9. Consider a vendor’s meal.
We are workhorses, but we still need fuel! The general rule is to provide a small meal for those vendors working 5 hours or more on the wedding day, which generally includes your Destination Wedding Photographer. We aren’t fussy, and a simple sandwich will keep us fueled and ready to fire!
10. Give us feedback (this is a huge one).
While slightly off topic, your feedback not only helps us grow but also opens the door for other couples who find themselves in your shoes! By hitting up our social media, blog or inbox with your reviews you are helping your newly engaged counterparts make one of the most important decisions of their lives, and we very much appreciate your support!
I hope these tips and tricks are just what you’ve been looking for before deciding on booking your Destination Wedding Photographer. Any questions, just say the word, my team and I, would love to help!
1. Review your contract throughly before signing and execute payments in a timely manner.
Our contracts are simple and straightforward, but like any legal document, they should be reviewed carefully before signing. A good photographer will outline scenarios and state what is and isn’t included in the price you are paying, as well as define what actions will be taken in the case of unforeseen circumstances. Please read carefully and refer back to your contract before requesting additional services. Executing your payments according to the agreed upon schedule will ensure your date remains blocked in our calendar and the day-of runs as smoothly as possible.
2. Organize your special items early in the morning and place them on a table ready for us.
All brides and grooms have certain special items that form part of their wedding day. Whether it be your something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue, a cute handwritten note from your groom or a copy of that designer wedding invitation you worked so hard to proofread, all such items should be gathered together and placed on a table in your hotel suite for us to photograph during your getting ready session. Also having houskeeping get your room early in the morning and clear from any mess is a plus. Being organized saves time and ensures more bang for your buck.
3. Book a little more than you think you will need.
As you might think, things can happen, and no wedding goes off without a hitch. There are many little incidents, and some bigger ones, that may cause delays throughout the day, your wedding planner will have it all under control so all runs smooth behind the scenes. So, if you think you have it covered with 5 hours of photography, it’s probably better to book 6.
4. Create a list of those group portraits you simply must have, and designate someone to oversee them.
While current trends in the Destination Wedding Photography industry have moved away from the rigid group portraits of the past, most couples still have certain expectations as to who simply must be photographed together. Time on the wedding day for these portraits is usually limited to 30 or 40 minutes post-ceremony when guests are still gathered relatively close to one another at cocktail hour. Remember, we know you, you’re the ones in the big white dress and dapper suit, but we couldn’t tell your nearest and dearest from the regular Joes we see day in, day out. Creating a list of those groups who must be photographed together, including their names and positions, and designating a family member in the know to help us oversee its execution means we will be able to capture your portraits in a relatively short amount of time before guests start to eat, drink and wander.
Example: Shot 1: Mother of the Bride – Ana Thompson, Father of the Bride – Ron Thompson, Mother of the Groom – Lorena Smith, Father of the Groom – Greg Smith, Bride, and Groom.
5. Hire a wedding planner.
Regardless of how hands-on or DIY you are, a bride is always busy on her wedding day. As you receive countless hugs and well wishes, chat, mingle and hopefully find some time to eat and drink, that leaves little to non time to execute your own timeline. Hiring a qualified wedding planner to ensure things run according to schedule, as well as to coordinate with ourselves and other key vendors, will allow you to enjoy your special day without sweating the small stuff.
6. Smile.
Whether you love the camera or generally dodge behind the nearest tree when your Destination Wedding Photographer appears, just be yourself, relax and smile! Nerves and tension are amplified by the camera’s lens, so try not to worry about every pose and movement, feel free to improvise and be spontaneous, that always makes the best pictures. If you are enjoying yourself, you will be able to tell in the pictures, we will take care of the rest.
7. Be on time.
You are hiring us by the hour, and while we understand that the unexpected may happen, try to be as punctual as possible to avoid the need for extra charges. Your wedding planner will appreciate it too!
8. Consider an “Unplugged” ceremony.
We know your family and friends are almost as excited as you are on the big day, but it’s important to remember you are paying us for a purpose. Consider asking your nearest and dearest to pocket their phones and tablets during the ceremony time, allowing us access to that perfect shot without Uncle Bob in the way! Talk to your wedding planner about different ways this may be relayed to guests in a manner that is cute and non-offensive.
9. Consider a vendor’s meal.
We are workhorses, but we still need fuel! The general rule is to provide a small meal for those vendors working 5 hours or more on the wedding day, which generally includes your Destination Wedding Photographer. We aren’t fussy, and a simple sandwich will keep us fueled and ready to fire!
10. Give us feedback (this is a huge one).
While slightly off topic, your feedback not only helps us grow but also opens the door for other couples who find themselves in your shoes! By hitting up our social media, blog or inbox with your reviews you are helping your newly engaged counterparts make one of the most important decisions of their lives, and we very much appreciate your support!
I hope these tips and tricks are just what you’ve been looking for before deciding on booking your Destination Wedding Photographer. Any questions, just say the word, my team and I, would love to help!
1. Review your contract throughly before signing and execute payments in a timely manner.
Our contracts are simple and straightforward, but like any legal document, they should be reviewed carefully before signing. A good photographer will outline scenarios and state what is and isn’t included in the price you are paying, as well as define what actions will be taken in the case of unforeseen circumstances. Please read carefully and refer back to your contract before requesting additional services. Executing your payments according to the agreed upon schedule will ensure your date remains blocked in our calendar and the day-of runs as smoothly as possible.
2. Organize your special items early in the morning and place them on a table ready for us.
All brides and grooms have certain special items that form part of their wedding day. Whether it be your something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue, a cute handwritten note from your groom or a copy of that designer wedding invitation you worked so hard to proofread, all such items should be gathered together and placed on a table in your hotel suite for us to photograph during your getting ready session. Also having houskeeping get your room early in the morning and clear from any mess is a plus. Being organized saves time and ensures more bang for your buck.
3. Book a little more than you think you will need.
As you might think, things can happen, and no wedding goes off without a hitch. There are many little incidents, and some bigger ones, that may cause delays throughout the day, your wedding planner will have it all under control so all runs smooth behind the scenes. So, if you think you have it covered with 5 hours of photography, it’s probably better to book 6.
4. Create a list of those group portraits you simply must have, and designate someone to oversee them.
While current trends in the Destination Wedding Photography industry have moved away from the rigid group portraits of the past, most couples still have certain expectations as to who simply must be photographed together. Time on the wedding day for these portraits is usually limited to 30 or 40 minutes post-ceremony when guests are still gathered relatively close to one another at cocktail hour. Remember, we know you, you’re the ones in the big white dress and dapper suit, but we couldn’t tell your nearest and dearest from the regular Joes we see day in, day out. Creating a list of those groups who must be photographed together, including their names and positions, and designating a family member in the know to help us oversee its execution means we will be able to capture your portraits in a relatively short amount of time before guests start to eat, drink and wander.
Example: Shot 1: Mother of the Bride – Ana Thompson, Father of the Bride – Ron Thompson, Mother of the Groom – Lorena Smith, Father of the Groom – Greg Smith, Bride, and Groom.
5. Hire a wedding planner.
Regardless of how hands-on or DIY you are, a bride is always busy on her wedding day. As you receive countless hugs and well wishes, chat, mingle and hopefully find some time to eat and drink, that leaves little to non time to execute your own timeline. Hiring a qualified wedding planner to ensure things run according to schedule, as well as to coordinate with ourselves and other key vendors, will allow you to enjoy your special day without sweating the small stuff.
6. Smile.
Whether you love the camera or generally dodge behind the nearest tree when your Destination Wedding Photographer appears, just be yourself, relax and smile! Nerves and tension are amplified by the camera’s lens, so try not to worry about every pose and movement, feel free to improvise and be spontaneous, that always makes the best pictures. If you are enjoying yourself, you will be able to tell in the pictures, we will take care of the rest.
7. Be on time.
You are hiring us by the hour, and while we understand that the unexpected may happen, try to be as punctual as possible to avoid the need for extra charges. Your wedding planner will appreciate it too!
8. Consider an “Unplugged” ceremony.
We know your family and friends are almost as excited as you are on the big day, but it’s important to remember you are paying us for a purpose. Consider asking your nearest and dearest to pocket their phones and tablets during the ceremony time, allowing us access to that perfect shot without Uncle Bob in the way! Talk to your wedding planner about different ways this may be relayed to guests in a manner that is cute and non-offensive.
9. Consider a vendor’s meal.
We are workhorses, but we still need fuel! The general rule is to provide a small meal for those vendors working 5 hours or more on the wedding day, which generally includes your Destination Wedding Photographer. We aren’t fussy, and a simple sandwich will keep us fueled and ready to fire!
10. Give us feedback (this is a huge one).
While slightly off topic, your feedback not only helps us grow but also opens the door for other couples who find themselves in your shoes! By hitting up our social media, blog or inbox with your reviews you are helping your newly engaged counterparts make one of the most important decisions of their lives, and we very much appreciate your support!
I hope these tips and tricks are just what you’ve been looking for before deciding on booking your Destination Wedding Photographer. Any questions, just say the word, my team and I, would love to help!
