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How to Avoid Wedding Mishaps ~ Cottages by the Bay

What’s the best way to avoid wedding mishaps? Plan ahead! Follow our tips to shy away from common wedding mistakes. From start to finish we have you covered to make the most of your special day.

Set a Budget

One of the first steps in wedding planning is to set a budget. Remember, this is your chance to celebrate your relationship, not the time to go into debt. With a wide variety of options available for every detail, you can accommodate your price point. It’s important to not start planning until you have a budget in mind. This helps to avoid disappointment and sets the tone for an overall positive experience.

Have a Contingency Plan

If you have an outdoor venue, it’s important to have a contingency plan. While we hope for the best, you should always have a backup. The weather can change at the drop of the hat, so it’s important to build this plan into your budget. Often, couples are expected to put a 50% deposit down on items like tents. Trust us, it’s better to take the loss than not have options to keep you and your guests safe and dry on your big day. Remember that the temperature matters too! If you’re getting married in the Summer, plan for plenty of fans and portable AC units to keep your guests cool. Likewise, in the winter consider the need for heaters to keep your guests comfortable.

Consider the Guest Experience

While your wedding day is about you and your partner, you want your guests to enjoy their experience too. Step one? Don’t pack in too many guests. Invite anyone important to your relationship, but be careful not to run wild with the guest list. Stick to a number of guests that keeps your event comfortable and uncrowded. Don’t max out the venue capacity, or your wedding may feel stuffy. Additionally, keep the length of your wedding in mind. You want your guests to stay engaged and after a few hours they may start to fade. Plan the event flow in advance and be sure to end on a high note.

Have a Great Time!

This may seem like a no-brainer, but be sure to enjoy your wedding day. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the chaos of planning or the stress of the event itself. All of the hundreds of details will work out and culminate into your perfect day. Lean on friends and family to ease anxiety and remember to have a fantastic time! It’s sure to be the event of a lifetime. For a smooth wedding in Destin, check out the Destin Bay House. This stunning waterfront event venue is located just across from the Cottages by the Bay. Contact us to learn more today!