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

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Make sure to account for travel time and any additional logistics, such as guest transportation and vendor setup. Rehearsal Dinner One of the most popular pre-wedding events is the rehearsal dinner. Begin by listing all the pre-wedding events, such as the rehearsal dinner, bridesmaid brunch, and groom’s party outings.

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When to Embrace Change—and When to Hold Your Ground

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A veteran planner explains how to push back tactfully but effectively when a proposed change isn’t for the better. But there must be boundaries for change in the course of planning a big meeting, and planners are responsible for enforcing those boundaries. Those who don’t are only inviting failure.

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Planning a Destination Wedding

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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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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed. Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S.

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Tackling In-person Events as a Team at nSight 2022

Smart Meetings

Altogether, the teams collaborated to organize the event’s stage production, creative design, registration, staffing, lodging, transportation, entertainment and security. The elaborate program was rehearsed many times over, giving everyone confidence that the event would be a success. Takeaways for Planners.

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An Event Planner's Guide to Madrid: Where Business, Culture and Gastronomy Collide

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With its rich artistic and natural heritage, state-of-the-art transport network, top-notch accommodations, exquisite gastronomy, and the infectious passion of its people, Madrid stands as one of the most alluring cities globally. Watch performances from VIP boxes, see rehearsals, or enjoy a technical tour backstage.

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Evolution of DMCs: Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

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Stephanie Harris, president of The Incentive Research Foundation , adds that “as events return post-pandemic, DMCs will play a more vital role than ever, providing critical local insight for planners. Many planners were indifferent to how many RFP requests they sent for an event, as these had no financial impact on them.

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