Author Archives: Alison Dobrowolski

The Law of Averages!

February 26, 2012

The Law of Averages I would never claim to be a mathematician.  I actually prefer to use a calculator and rarely turn to a piece of paper for simple addition.  I guess you could say that I rely on technology to do my arithmetic.   Therefore, it is really difficult for me to …

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I Need a Plan of Attack!!!

February 4, 2012

I Need a Plan of Attack!!! One of the most common questions my wedding couples ask after they have selected their resort, held their time, and sent their save the dates, is—“how do we plan all the details?” If you are a Type A person, detailed oriented, or even a little OCD, …

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Flowers Die, but Diamonds are Forever . . .

January 22, 2012

Diamonds are Forever Ever hear the expression, “Diamonds are forever”?  What an amazing marketing slogan created by De Beers Jewelers back in 1938!  Those three little words have become synonymous with diamonds and engagement rings as the ultimate piece of jewelry symbolizing eternity or eternal love. The expression isn’t really far from …

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Getting Started

January 2, 2012

Getting Started If I read back through all the blogs I have written, I realize that I never stressed how important it is to know “WHO” you are using to help you plan your destination wedding.   Let’s face it, this is the most important date of your life and most likely it …

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Keep The Faith

December 31, 2011

Keep The Faith Deciding on having a destination usually involves getting family and friends ‘on board’, selecting the perfect location and resort, and budgeting for the costs involved.  Sure, there will be issues with family over affordability of attending, and maybe even some objections to the destination that you have selected.  However, …

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Best DW Tip when you are Newly Engaged?

December 13, 2011

I am the type of girl that has a hard time narrowing down things to 1 absolute answer.  I often have a top 2 rather than a #1 response when asked to pick a favorite destination or resort.  However, there is one tip that I would instantly shout out to a couple …

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Customs??

November 13, 2011

Ordinarily when one hears the word “customs” in regards to a wedding, you would imagine it would have to do with wedding traditions, however, that is not the “customs” I am referring to.  I am talking about “customs” or FEES that are imposed on shipments of items into another country.  Many times …

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Fun Ideas for a Destination Wedding!

October 10, 2011

Jennifer Doncsecz, President of VIP Vacations, shares her experience planning her own destination wedding and a few items we love to bring along to yours! (Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. As …

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There Are Just Too Many Resorts To Choose From!

September 25, 2011

You have decided to have a destination wedding.  Your family and friends are supportive, and you even have the ideal date in mind.   As you scour through websites and purchase magazines on fabulous destination weddings,  all of a sudden, you start to feel a pounding in your head.  Each resort looks better …

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