By Grecia Mejía, lead wedding planner at Sertuin Events
Dates and budget
You can arrive with several possible dates; a fixed date is not required for the first conversation. You should, however, have a clear estimate of what you want to spend. A range allows the planner to compare realistic venues and priorities without wasting time on options that do not fit.
Guest count and venue direction
Bring an approximate number of guests. You may already prefer a resort, villa, restaurant or private beach, but the planner will test that preference against the group size, logistics and budget. The first major planning priority is the venue, followed by food, décor, photography and the remaining suppliers.
Ceremony type
Decide whether you want a legal, religious or symbolic ceremony. The requirements, officiant and timeline differ, so this choice affects the plan from the beginning.
Culture, religion and restrictions
Share whether the celebration follows Catholic, evangelical, Muslim, Hindu, Jewish or another tradition. Explain family rituals, dietary needs and non-negotiable restrictions. A planner can coordinate the logistics, but should not guess the rules of your faith or family.
Inspiration
Bring photographs, colors or a moodboard if you have them. They are useful, not mandatory. Design can be developed during planning.
Who should attend
Both partners should participate and retain final decision authority. Inviting many relatives to every planning meeting can slow decisions. A cultural or religious representative can join the moments where their expertise is required.
What you do not need to know
Destination weddings are complex because the couple is usually abroad. You do not need local supplier knowledge, venue access details or a finished timeline. Those are precisely the areas your Punta Cana planning team helps you discover.
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