Destination Wedding Planning
Thoughtful, design-forward planning for celebrations away from home.
Ever After Elsewhere
Whether you’re envisioning a Lake Geneva weekend, a city-meets-nature escape, or a destination that holds meaning for your families, planning a wedding from afar comes with an entirely different set of logistics.
Destination Wedding Planning is built for couples who want a trusted partner to help them navigate location research, vendor teams, travel considerations, and weekend flow — all while staying true to your aesthetic and your priorities.
This is for you if:
You’re planning a wedding outside your home city or state.
You want someone who can help evaluate locations and venues through a practical and design-informed lens.
You’d like guidance on building a local vendor team you can trust (even from a distance).
You want your weekend to feel cohesive and considered, not like a series of disjointed events.
What’s Included:
Location and venue research with pros, cons, and recommendations
Vendor curation and introductions tailored to your destination
Editorial wedding design that considers travel, weather, and guest experience
Logistics planning for the wedding day and select weekend events
Timeline creation and vendor communication
Travel-day coordination guidance and on-site oversight for your wedding day (and additional events as scoped)
Calm, consistent support as you navigate planning from afar
Investment & Booking
Destination Wedding Planning begins at $18,000.
Because every destination, guest count, and weekend structure is different, I use a custom percentage-based structure for destination weddings. The planning fee is typically 15–18% of your total wedding budget, with the exact percentage determined by destination, scope, and complexity. Multi-day weekends or events with additional production needs may require a higher percentage.
We’ll talk through the details together so your proposal feels clear and aligned.
From a real couple:
-L & E
“My husband and I live in Boston but chose to have our intimate wedding in Chicago… we wanted to ensure every detail was thoughtfully executed, and since we weren’t local, we knew we needed someone we could trust completely…Alyson put us at ease with her knowledge, organization, and warm, reassuring presence.
As a couple planning from a distance, we were initially nervous, but Alyson’s expertise and communication made all the difference. She helped us bring our vision to life while making sure we stayed on track and stress-free.
On the wedding day itself, she was truly exceptional. Everything ran flawlessly—our timeline, vendor coordination, and all the little details we hadn’t even thought of were handled with grace…We were able to be fully present and enjoy every moment.
For any couple looking for a planner who is organized, thoughtful, and truly invested in making your day special, look no further—Alyson is simply wonderful!”
