Waterfront locales are one of the most popular destinations for weddings for good reason. Offering up beautiful backdrops and endless things to do for your group, having a wedding on the coast is always a great idea. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Christopher Edwards, Catering Sales Manager at Delta by Marriott Virginia Beach Waterfront to talk about why a waterfront wedding might be the perfect place for you. Christopher has years of experience successfully...

Have you ever thought how much easier it would be to select a destination that serves as both your wedding AND your honeymoon? If that sounds like a great option for you, we've got some helpful tips! In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, discusses the benefits of finding a destination that does double duty. She's joined by Jenevieve Beaulieu, Event Manager for The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square. They discuss the benefits of hosting your wedding and honeymoon in the same...

In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein is joined by bride and travel influencer, Hali Oduor, as they discuss Hali's upcoming destination wedding events. She's planning four total celebrations, three in Kenya and one in the United States. Jennifer and Hali talk about why she decided to do more than one event, the biggest surprises she's encountered during her planning and the ways she's sourcing all of her vendors for her upcoming weddings. They also talk about the fashion side of Hali's...

In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein is joined by co-host, Lauren Ertl, as they unpack 10 expert tips for navigating air travel for your destination wedding. Tips are sourced by wedding travel advisors, planners, destination wedding photographers and all the people who travel the globe for weddings as their jobs to give you the very best advice for getting to and from your wedding with ease. They talk about everything from tricks to keep your bags on track to what time you should book...

As fun and exciting as wedding planning can be, conflicts can arise and things can get heated despite your best efforts. Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by conflict negotiator and mediator, Damali Peterman, to discuss ways to handle these flare ups. Damali's expert advice includes everything from little disputes that start to add up, to bigger issues like getting push back on your budget, or trying to navigate firing a person from your wedding party. This heavy hitting episode is packed...

If there is a time in your life you want to feel and look your best, it's on your wedding day. Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Julie Sabatino, owner and founder of The Stylish Bride, to discuss tips for selecting a wedding gown perfect for your destination, best practices for outfitting your entire wedding party, getting your wedding attire to your destination and so much more. Her new book, Dressed, Styled and Down the Aisle is a perfect accompaniment to this episode, so hop onto...

Selecting the perfect venue for your destination wedding is one of the most important choices you'll make. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, discusses the benefits of finding a hotel venue with a loyalty program for your wedding away. She's joined by Laura Fox, Senior Catering Sales Executive at Boston Marriott Long Wharf, part of Marriott Bonvoy Weddings and Events. They cover everything from how best to earn and spend loyalty points, tips on maximizing those points and the perks of...

Not all wedding venues are created equal. And if you plan to have a destination wedding, you may not even be able to view your venue in person before the big day. In this episode, our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Natalia Mangieri, Destination Sales Executive for The Westin Michigan Avenue to discuss the best ways to scout your wedding venue from afar. With Natalia's extensive experience, she provides expert advice on what to look for in a venue so you and your guests will have the best,...

Music can set the tone for your event, especially when it comes to a destination wedding. That's why our host, Jennifer Stein invited live guitarist, Moses Lin, to come on the podcast as her guest. They talk about how Moses is able to not just perform songs by memory, but engages with guests as he walks around performing personal serenades. They talk about his artistic process, how he works with both couples and planners in the planning stage, and what events he is (and isn't) right for. They...

The Caribbean is popular for many good reasons, and we've enlisted the help from a veteran expert wedding planner to explain why the Bahamas might be the perfect choice for your destination wedding. Our host and Editor in Chief of Destinationido.com, Jennifer Stein, is joined by founder of Chic Bahamas Weddings and Events, Marva Munroe, and they dig into everything you would want to know. From what Bahamian classics to include in your welcome bags and the must-do activities to how she works...

One of our host's biggest regrets after her own destination wedding was not hiring a professional wedding film maker. So you don't make the same mistake, we uncover all you need to know about hiring the right person to film your destination wedding in this episode. Our host and Editor in Chief of Destinationido.com, Jennifer Stein, is joined by co-owner of Royal Films, Richard Saenz, and they talk about red flags to look out for, mistakes to avoid, what you're missing out on if you don't hire...

Not everyone is comfortable writing their own wedding vows, and that's okay. For those who don't deem themselves wordsmiths or need a little coaching on how to put together a great Best Man speech, this episode is for you! Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by Brian Franklin, professional speechwriter and co-founder of Vows & Speeches. They discuss how Brian went from a political consultant to the business of writing wedding vows. They cover important and helpful topics such as what...

Our host, Jennifer Stein, is joined by two professional destination wedding photographers - Ash Baumgartner and Kristine Herman - to discuss what couples should look for in a wedding photographer, how to best work with them from afar and some easy to spot red flags to safeguard your special day away. About Ashley Baumgartner: Raised by her grandparents and married to her college sweetheart, Ashley has always been an old soul and a romantic at heart. In fact, she might have been the only...

All-inclusive resorts can provide a stress-free destination wedding experience for both you and your guests. Not only in regards to planning a wedding, but while guests are on property, they are able to indulge in the destination and the resort without you lifting a finger. In this episode, we’ll explore why choosing an all-inclusive resort for your destination wedding is a game-changing decision with Daniela Ocampo Morales, Regional Weddings Senior Manager for Palladium Hotel Group. She...

Do you find yourself utterly confused about what the roles are for a wedding planner versus an event designer and a wedding coordinator at your venue? It may feel like your on-site wedding planner at your venue isn't doing their job - but IS it their job? Listen to this super informative episode to get to the bottom of things. Our host, Jennifer Stein, dives into this subject with master destination wedding planner JoAnn Gregoli from Elegant Occasions by JoAnn Gregoli. She's been planning...

Danielle Ayanru planned not one but THREE destination wedding events in Cancun, Mexico. With 180 guests in tow, the couple also mixed cultures into their wedding celebrations. Danielle is Jamaican and her husband is Nigerian and she was able to marry not only the love of her life, but their heritage as well. She joins our host, Jennifer Stein, to discuss what it was like not only blending cultures and traditions in a wedding away from home, but doing it with such a large group. Jennifer and...

Beth Helmstetter has been designing and planning weddings around the world for over 15 years. From Italy and Bali to Paris and locations all over Mexico, Beth knows the ins and outs of planning destination weddings that create wonderful memories for guests and stress-free experiences for couples. Beth is joined by host Jennifer Stein as they talk about keeping wedding budgets on track, what guests are expecting from your wedding away and why hiring a wedding planner is the best decision...

Brittany Branson is a live painter and brings her artistry to events all over the world. Painting beautiful weddings and celebrations for her clients since 2014, Brittany has an impressionistic style and creates these one-of-a-kind, personalized art pieces as the events are taking place. Brittany is joined by host, Jennifer Stein as they talk about what it's like to have a live painter at a wedding, Brittany's favorite destination to paint in and one of her most shocking moments she's ever...

Styling Trio's owner and founder based in Playa del Carmen, Mexico - Adrian Guerra - joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss everything you need to know about your destination wedding hair and makeup. Adrian gives tips to communicate what you want and how you want it so you look and feel your best no matter who you hire. Jennifer and Adrian discuss why professional hair and makeup is a must for your wedding day, why doing your hair and makeup trial...

Expert Destination Wedding Photographer, Chris J Evans, joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss everything you need to know about getting the most out of your destination wedding photography. They discuss travel costs, expectations, ways to ensure you get the best possible photos and which events to hire them for. This helpful conversation advises engaged destination wedding couples on hiring the right photographer and why you should consider...

Director of Romance For The Islands Of The Bahamas, Freda F. Malcolm joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss the 10 reasons why the Islands of the Bahamas are where you may want to have your destination wedding. From the sparkling clear waters and myriad activities for guests to the abundance of vendors, venues and ways to get there - they cover it all. This helpful conversation with Freda explores the benefits of selecting the Bahamas for your...

The incomparable Jordan Kahn joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss all things live entertainment related. From keeping the dance floor packed and how to make sure your entertainment doesn't upstage your wedding, to what it's like to work with him and one of his bands and when it makes sense to bring in a DJ - they cover it all. This helpful conversation explores the types of entertainment that could work for your wedding away (think aerialists, boy...

Expert design and style consultant, author and entertaining expert, Karen Bussen, joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss trends (and what she wishes would go away), ways couples are embracing their destination for their weddings and what's the next big thing for weddings away. They talk about Karen's decision to partner with Palladium Hotel Group to become their exclusive designer and consultant for their Weddings by Palladium program. This...

Expert Destination DJ and host of podcast The Travel DJ Blend, DJ BrianB joins our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, to discuss everything you need to know about bringing your DJ with you for your destination wedding. They discuss costs, expectations, ways to keep the energy high on your dance floor and why you should avoid the DIY DJ temptation. This helpful conversation advises engaged destination wedding couples on hiring the right DJ and why you should consider...