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Planning a Destination Wedding

Traveler's Q

photographers) Send out save the dates Purchase your dress/tux Plan and book your desired events Within 6 to 9 months Book your rehearsal dinner venue (make sure that your guests are invited; it is customary) Decide the menu with your caterer Send out wedding invitations Book the remaining support teammates (e.g.

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Designing a Wow-Factor Wedding Timeline: From Ceremony to Farewell Party

Traveler's Q

Make sure to account for travel time and any additional logistics, such as guest transportation and vendor setup. This could mean having the ceremony at an unconventional location, incorporating unusual customs, or opting for an alternative theme that represents the couple’s style and personality.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Ignore competing events Clients often approach planners with specifics in mind for an event, such as the date, location, or event design. Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Complicated vendor setup.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. If you hire them before the venue they can be your advocate in finding the best location for your event. Second, locate where the rigging points are within the event. The worst thing you can do is assume every vendor and event staff are ready for your event.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

Social Tables

Operations Manager: An event operations manager oversees vendor communication. Operations managers negotiate prices, book vendors, place supply orders, and communicate vendor details between the planning team, venue, and benefiting organization. Reiterate the event date, location, and time.

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Evolution of the DMC: Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

ADMEI

Of recent note, Amy Calvert, CEO of Events Industry Council said, “As live events resume, we collectively recognize the essential role of DMCs, providing vital subject-matter expertise on a location or sector and helping to ensure events are inspiring, safe and valuable experiences. CONCLUSION.

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10 Best Tips to Make the Most of Your Event WiFi

Endless Events

Often though, we don’t give the same attention to your vendors, exhibitors and event staff, but it’s critical to keep them in mind. However, with some planning and a great WiFi vendor, this is easily preventable. . However, with some planning and a great WiFi vendor, this is easily preventable. . Venue Negotiations

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