Magazine Sneak Peak - The Groom\'s Guide

The Groom’s Guide to a perfect wedding.

Without doubt a wedding is usually the domain of the Bride. However Grooms there are many things you can do to help the process and ensure a smooth event from start to finish.

The good news is that Destination Weddings are typically a little easier to plan / manage as a lot of the work is done by the onsite Resort Wedding Coordinator(s).

Here’s some tips for the Groom to be to survive, thrive and be a gentleman:

1. Before getting started get a list of everything that will need doing, and I mean everything! Although the Bride may choose to handle a lot of it. It’s a good idea to allocate tasks to both the Bride and Groom to be. For example being in charge of the iPod and playlists for the days events or choosing the food for the cocktail party.

2. Clothing, it’s a good idea to get your grooms and groomsmen outfits well in advance of the wedding. Being that a lot of Destination Weddings happen during the North American Winter stores typically won’t carry beach formal wear immediately before your wedding so the best recommendation would be to shop during Spring and Summer when the clothing is in season.

3. Bachelor Party. Traditionally is the responsibility of the best man. A lot of couples are choosing to do their stag / stagette on their Destination Wedding trip. Why not be proactive and help him out with some out of Resort excursion ideas. Such as Golfing or a fishing trip. The Resort Concierges are great at assisting with these type of bookings and if you book early you will likely get a discounted rate.

4. Write your vows well and truly in advance. I know it’s probably something that you’re tempted to procrastinate on, but completing it early is a great idea, Why not set a goal date to have them ready by and if you meet that celebrate with a few drinks with your Groomsmen.

5. Don’t forget to buy the wedding bands. Order these at least 4-6 months before your wedding to avoid any last minute stress. On the day of your wedding your best man’s responsibility will be looking after both of these.

6.  Be a Romeo. Why not treat your lady to a spa day a day after your wedding. She deserves a break more than anyone after the Wedding Day and the standard of spas available at Resorts is usually astounding!

7. Keep your nose out of where it’s not wanted! The term bridezilla doesn’t come out of nowhere. In the unlikely event you get the urge to offer advice on her dress, the bridesmaid dresses, flowers or the cake. Don’t. It may end very badly, understand that this event only happens once and she is only acting like most brides do.  

8. Buy her a bridal gift. Don’t get caught empty handed when she buys you something. Jewellery or something that she can wear on your wedding day is something that will be sure to impress and leave a lasting memory. If in doubt ask her bridesmaids or your Mother in law to be.

9. Have some fun. But not too much fun the morning of. Nothing is tackier than getting hammered before your wedding. Keep your alcohol consumption in check. You want your first day of wedded bliss to get off on the right foot.