Do I hear wedding bells? Poconos is one of the best places on the East Coast to have a destination wedding! Previously nicknamed “The Honeymoon Capital of the World” it still holds the reputation for being super romantic and wedding friendly. Why is Poconos the perfect location for a destination wedding? Destination weddings often call for outdoor weddings and Poconos offers some of the most striking views complete with mountains, crystal clear lakes and stunning natural beauty.
Weddings are also very popular in the region, so there are plenty of venues, services to choose from, so make your dream wedding a “Pocono mountain wedding” too!
Where to Begin Your Wedding Planning?
The first step of planning a destination wedding, or any wedding for that matter is to have a checklist handy of all the important things for the day-of:
Guest List
Before you nail down your guest list decide whether you are going to have a small or big wedding and then draft your guest list accordingly, and have a total headcount ready.
Budgeting
The budget, naturally, is one of the most important aspects of planning a wedding. Planning around a certain budget will help you not lose track of things and nail down all your must-haves for your special day. Do your research about Poconos palm wedding costs and decide your budget.
Planners
Having a wedding planner can really help ease the process of planning a wedding, so one of the first and crucial tasks would be to book a wedding planner months before your wedding.
Fixing Dates and Invites
According to location and venue, fix a date for your special day and make sure the invites are sent in time so your guests have enough notice to travel for the wedding.
Travel Arrangements
A destination wedding means guests travelling from across the country, it is recommended that travel arrangements are made for your guests.
Legal Requirements
Couples getting married in the Poconos can get their marriage licence from any state courthouse in Pennsylvania.
How to Plan Your Romantic ‘Poconos Wedding’
Planning your dream wedding can be very exciting but super stressful as well. To have a stress-free calm wedding planning process, make a concise list of everything that needs to be done.
Venue and Decor
Start with picking out the venue and decor, this on its own can be a long process, finding your dream venue for your special day. The Poconos is a beautiful place filled with many options for wedding venues. For decoration, start by making a moodboard of how you want your wedding to look- the easiest way to do so is to make a board on Pinterest and visualize your dream wedding.
Selecting and Paying Vendors
Selecting your vendors is also vital, you will have to deal with the vendors first hand for the decorations, cake etc.
Wedding Dress/Tux
The wedding dress is also the main focus of the wedding, and of course picking out your dream dress will take you time. Set a clear budget for yours and your partner’s wardrobe as well. As far as bridesmaid dresses go, you can choose a certain colour or theme or pick out specific dresses for your wedding party.
Catering Plan
The food is something everybody will be talking about, it’s vital that you try the food from caterers and prepare a carefully curated menu suitable for your wedding day.
Wedding Rituals
As weddings go, rituals are certainly the main focus of the wedding, you and your wedding party should have rehearsed the rituals before the main event and of course a rehearsal dinner the night before, with all the guests.
As you get closer to the wedding keep a close check on the following:
- Bookings for hotel and venue
- Travel and accommodation for guests
- Paying the vendors
- Reception necessities
- Buying gifts for the guests and members of your wedding party.
Wedding Venues for Your Dream Wedding
Poconos is filled with beautiful properties for the perfect destination wedding. In the Poconos, wedding venues are typically outdoors, meant for you to enjoy the views and say ‘I do’ among the stunning greenery and natural beauty.
Luxury 6 Bedroom Waterfront Villa with Lake View
This stunning 6 bedroom villa, located on the waterfront. There is a private access to a pond with plenty of space around it which can be easily decorated and converted for your wedding ceremony. The space is perfect for a small wedding, the house itself can accommodate 14 guests inside. You can even have a Pocono camp wedding!
Twin House Lake Front Cottage
This Gorgeous Lake Front Cottage is located in Lake Harmony with a magnificent view of the lake and a lovely outdoor space perfect to host events like a wedding. The house itself can accommodate up to 30 guests, ideal for a small wedding. Lastly, look into Pocono wedding resorts as well. Here’s to hoping you found your dream venue!
Wrap Up
Poconos is the perfect location for a destination wedding, captivating views, crystal blue lakes and greenery everywhere. Have your dream wedding in the most beautiful place on the East Coast! Don’t wait any longer, book a luxury villa for your destination wedding now! To start your booking process Contact Us.
FAQs
Q: Is Poconos ideal for outdoor weddings?
A: Poconos has stunning views and is perfect for outdoor weddings. However, do make sure you check the weather beforehand.
Q: Is it easy to travel to the Poconos?
A: Yes, the nearest airport is only 26 miles away, plus the Poconos is very accessible via road from cities like Philadelphia and New York.
Q: When is the best time for weddings in the Poconos?
A: Wedding season in the Poconos is normally from December through March.
