Having a destination wedding in Yosemite means you’re in for a much more intimate ceremony amidst the splendor of ancient giant sequoias and vast unspoiled wilderness.
But of course, planning a destination wedding comes with its own etiquette questions and concerns. From choosing wedding venues near Yosemite to sending save-the-dates, there are ways to be considerate of your guests while enjoying the wedding of your dreams.
Here are some tips for planning a successful wedding at Yosemite:
- Give guests ample time to plan
Send out your save-the-dates at least six months in advance to allow everyone enough time to plan the trip. This will enable guests to shop for the best deals and give guests plenty of time to RSVP.
- Be thorough with communication
Attending a destination wedding involves a lot of logistics and details, so ensure to provide your guests with as much information as possible ahead of time. Your wedding website is the perfect place to share all the essential information, including the weekend’s schedule, transportation information, emergency contact information, passport requirements, airport codes, and how to book hotel rooms for your room block.
Also, include a dress code and a list of things they might need while attending your weddings, such as comfortable sneakers ( if you have any hikes planned to Yosemite) and a rain jacket (if you are likely to expect showers). It’s a nice and organized way to help out while also giving them a preview of the events you’re planning. Offering this information will also save you time later on when you have to help and answer multiple guests during your planning phase.
- Elevate your guest experience
Your friends and family have come to celebrate your and your partner’s love, so give them something back by making the entire experience truly memorable. At check-in, have the front desk greet guests with a beverage. At Château du Sureau wedding venue, we make sure that each guest is treated like royalty.
Wedding welcome bags are a thoughtful idea for your guests. A map, notebook and pen, tasty snacks, hand sanitizer, and sunscreen are all practical and thoughtful gifts. If you expect a lot of drinking over the weekend, give your guests a quick fix. A hangover kit containing eye drops, aspirin, and other useful items will go a long way.
- Try arriving early
If the time and budget permit, arrive early at your wedding venue near Yosemite. You’ll have more time to finalize last-minute details with the venue and inspect the ceremony location. You can complete last-minute details, make-up, hair, photography, ceremony setup, and so on.
- Make sure your wedding guests have transportation
Arrange for private transportation to meet your guests at the airport and transport them to their hotels. For a special touch, hire a well-versed guide in the area. Guests can ask questions, enjoy a history lesson, and go sightseeing on their way to their hotel.
Overlooking the Sierra Mountains, Château du Sureau’s 9-acre mountain backdrop is the perfect setting to exchange your wedding vows and celebrate the wedding of your dreams. Expansive guest suites, world-catering, thoughtful, attentive service, and breathtaking location amidst the rolling hills of Yosemite will ensure that you and your guests will create lifelong memories.
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