Joe and Jen had planned on an international wedding in Costa Rica for June 2020. When the COVID-19 Pandemic hit, they had to shift gears and their wedding date. In the first half of the show, Joe and Jen share their story with our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein, about how they were able to overcome multiple obstacles with the help of their wedding planners from Tropical Occasions. They walk us through what their initial reactions were, how they communicated with...

Our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein is joined by co-host, Lauren Ertl as they discuss expert tips on how to trim down your guest list for your destination wedding. Couples always struggle with figuring out who to invite, and with worldwide gathering restrictions, it's more important than ever to tap into the people who know the ins and outs of wedding planning. Experts such as Jes Gordon, Tara Fay, Aimee Monihan, Ali Phillips, Jason Rhee and Monica Gomez weigh in...

When COVID-19 hit, Meagan McCormick and her partner had to completely shift gears on their wedding plans. Meagan shares her story with our host and editor in chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein about how she had to totally reimagine her destination wedding because of the Coronavirus. She walks us through what her initial reaction was, how she dealt with the disappointment and how she, her partner and vendors forged ahead with a micro-wedding of her dreams. Meagan dishes on what she...

Planning a wedding can be daunting - and planning a destination wedding during COVID-19 can be extra daunting - but it doesn’t have to be! Host and Editor in Chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein and co-host and web content manager, Lauren Ertl review the ins and outs of communicating with your guests, who you should call first, why you need to hire a wedding planner, how Facebook might be able to help you right now, staying calm and marrying on and more. These helpful tips will assist...

Planning on having your destination wedding in Napa? Or going to an adult-only all-inclusive in the Caribbean? You may want to leave junior at home. But how do you tell your guests their little crumb snatchers aren't part of the guest list? Or maybe you are a big kid at heart and you're about to embark on a Disney Cruise to say "I do." You will absolutely want to have all the whippersnappers attend! We're here to discuss how to include kids (or not) in your destination wedding. Join Jennifer...

Hey, we get it! Destination weddings aren't for everyone. But how do you know if it's right for you? Or for your fiancé? Or your loved ones? We dig deep into how to determine if you should or should not take the destination wedding route. Join Jennifer Stein and Lauren Ertl of Destination I Do's podcast to figure out if you're a good candidate to say "I do" away from home!

This is the age-old question so many engaged couples ask. Is a destination wedding planner really worth hiring. Hosts Jennifer Stein and Lauren Ertl are joined by Senior Editor, Courtney Kellar as they discuss whether a wedding planner is truly worth the investment. Courtney eloped, so you'll REALLY want to hear her two-cents and if she hired one to help her with what seemed to be such a simple celebration.

There are the obvious questions you think of when you're planning a wedding - is the date free? How much? How many courses will be served? How many people can the venue accommodate? But what about those things you don't know if you don't know? Well, that's where we come in! With over 15 years in the destination wedding industry, our Editor in Chief Jennifer Stein, discusses the very important questions you SHOULD be asking with her co-host (and also destination bride) Lauren Ertl. They...

Who you hire for your destination wedding is ALMOST as important as the person you're marrying. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but a good florist, photographer, wedding planner, etc. can really take the stress out of planning a wedding away from home. Join Jennifer Stein and Lauren Ertl of Destination I Do's podcast as they discuss the ins and outs of how to hire the right people from the start of your wedding plans.

Planning everything from a bachelorette party, engagement celebration, bridal shower and destination wedding can seem like a gift grab. In this episode of Destination I Do's podcast we're discussing the etiquette around all the pre-wedding parties. Which ones should you do? Or should you do none of them? We've got answers for you! Jennifer Stein and Lauren Ertl discuss this hot (and sometimes controversial) wedding topic.

Figuring out where to go for your destination wedding might not always be obvious. Perhaps your fiancé is super adventurous and you're more nostalgic. They want to hike to the top of a waterfall in Costa Rica where you'd rather go to the lake town your family vacationed at when you were a kid. This episode helps you determine the perfect fit when it comes to where to celebrate. Join Jennifer Stein, Editor in Chief of Destination I Do Magazine, and Lauren Ertl, social content manager of...

Planning a wedding can be daunting - and planning a destination wedding can be extra daunting - but it shouldn't be! This episode we cover the top 10 tips for planning your wedding away - no matter where it is. Host and Editor in Chief of Destination I Do, Jennifer Stein and co-host and web content manager, Lauren Ertl review the ins and outs of the things you may not have thought about during your wedding plans. These helpful tips will assist you to get down the destination aisle with ease...

Planning a destination wedding is an exciting process, but you may run into some questions and snags along the way. Brought to you by national print magazine, Destination I Do, join editor in chief and co-owner, Jennifer Stein and Lauren Ertl, social media and web content manager as they take on the big questions many engaged destination wedding couples face. In season 1, Destination I Do Podcast covers important subjects like, is a destination wedding right for you, should you include kids...