2020 definitely caused most of us to reshape and rethink our definition of the perfect wedding. Instead of postponing or canceling, couples are now planning micro destination weddings—intimate celebrations that still feel incredibly special. One of the best parts? These smaller gatherings give you the chance to truly focus on what matters most: celebrating your love, connecting deeply with your guests, and creating meaningful memories that will last a lifetime. Here are 5 good reasons you should be considering destination micro weddings.
Couples looking to create a memorable wedding celebration should consider a destination micro wedding. Why? Because diminishing the group size should not mean diminishing the celebrations or memories.
Celebrating and experiencing joy is more important now than ever. As we deal with the necessary restrictions and cancellations brought on by COVID, we’ve had to give up many special events. But this is your wedding—and it deserves celebrating! The good news? Traditional expectations are evolving, and couples are realizing they don’t have to stick to the old rules. Instead of having a traditional wedding party that lasts just a few hours, why not extend it to a few unforgettable days? Choosing a destination micro wedding allows you to extend the celebration with your closest people for 3 to 7 days of connection, joy, and lasting memories.
Relaxing in paradise has an effect on people. Instead of going the traditional route of packing everything into one long, intense day, considering destination micro weddings opens the door to extending the celebration over several days with a more relaxed schedule. It’s the ideal setup for guaranteed bonding experiences—even if guests haven’t previously met. Consider scheduling a private local tour or a boat trip just for your group. Spend your wedding day relaxing poolside with your loved ones. Banish stress and embrace the moments that only a great resort vacation can offer.
Resorts are the perfect place to social distance
Resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean are having to keep guest capacity under 30% which means that you will have a whole lot of room to spread out and avoid people. Staff are required to wear masks and sanitize surfaces round the clock.
The smaller size of a micro wedding gives you the advantage of time—and flexibility. Beach weddings are simple and efficient to plan, requiring fewer decisions and less stress. While traditional large weddings often take 12 to 18 months to organize, a smaller resort wedding can often be pulled together in just a month or two. This not only saves you time, but also allows you to take advantage of current low flight rates. Even better, when you’re not consumed by endless planning, you free up time to extend the celebration—spending quality, unhurried days with your loved ones before, during, and after the big day.
Choosing the right resort is key, so we suggest using an expert. Each resort is different, but the perfect one will already include alot of those details you consider important so you aren’t having to pay extra. For example, don’t settle for a resort that doesn’t include top shelf liquor if that’s a noticeable detail to you. Resorts tend to cater to wedding groups and your planning expert should be able to recommend the perfect one for you.
One of the most unexpected benefits this year has brought about is the realization that traditional expectations are evolving. There’s been a general loosening of what a wedding “should” look like, allowing couples to redefine their celebration on their own terms. As a result, weddings have become fully personalized experiences. Couples now have more freedom than ever to choose the events, settings, and details that truly reflect their personalities. Bigger is not always better—now is the perfect time to go for what you’ll most enjoy instead of what’s most expected. Embrace the freedom and plan a wedding that genuinely makes you happy.
A Chicago girl with a lust for travel. In fact, I've built my life around planning travel. I hope you find inspiration here to broaden your world.