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The Wedding DishAuthor: Sara Alepin
Grab your fork and knife, and take a seat at our table as we dish on all things weddings. Youll hear stories and tips from real couples and wedding pros about life, love and entrepreneurship. The Wedding Dish is a casual, conversation-style podcast featuring stories and tips from real couples and wedding pros. Lets dish! Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Reality of Planning a Destination Wedding
Episode 180
Thursday, 9 July, 2026
We are diving into the complex world of destination weddings with Mary Hanna, the founder of Simply Mary'ed Travel. If you are wondering how to manage a guest list, navigate resort contracts, or handle room blocks while keeping your budget under control, this episode is for you. Mary breaks down the essential role of a destination wedding specialist and addresses the common misconceptions about who pays for what, why guest attendance is often higher than you think, and how choosing the right location can actually save you money compared to a traditional local wedding. Grab a seat at the table as we dish on: The true cost of destination celebrations and why they are often more affordable than a traditional wedding in places like New Jersey or New York. How to handle the guest experience so that your attendees feel like they are on a vacation rather than a financial burden. The secret value of room blocks, concessions, and how professional specialists manage the complex travel logistics for your group. The importance of clear communication when your guests are traveling long distances to celebrate with you. How to find the balance between your dream vision and the reality of international resort policies. Whether you are just starting to browse destinations or you are ready to book your resort, Mary’s expertise will help you plan your journey with confidence. Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com! This episode is brought to you by... Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot. District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease! 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
