| Usually the chapel will only arrange for the ceremony. You will still need to arrange for lodging accommodations and if you so desire, a reception. Or else hire a local wedding coordinator in your wedding destination. And if you have acquaintances in that area, ask them to collect references. Surf the internet under the terms -wedding coordinator in (city and state) and - wedding planner in (city and state)- in your favorite search engine.
Make contact with the ones whose websites and information attract you and hire a wedding planner based where you plan to have your wedding. It has to be a planner who is familiar with the facilities, wedding service providers and vendors available. If you are planning to get married abroad, unless you have friends or family living in the general area of your destination wedding site, your best bet is to utilize the expertise of a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings and honeymoons. You will need to start early and furnish the travel agent with information. Ask that the travel agent promises that she/he arrange for every detail and guarantee that you have everything in place and confirmed at least 3 months before the wedding. You need ample time to inform your family and invited friends, allowing them time to prepare all the travel arrangements and necessary documents.
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