You’re engaged, congratulations!
Now it’s time to start thinking about what you and your fiance want your dream wedding to look like. If you are considering a destination wedding, Moab Utah is a beautiful choice. At Whispering Oaks we have years of experience hosting destination weddings for happy couples, and look forward to helping pull yours off perfectly. To get to the big day though, the planning can seem very overwhelming. That’s why we are here to help plan your ideal and easy Moab destination wedding. Based on our experience, here is a helpful checklist to help your destination wedding dream become a reality.
Travel Information
Now that you have chosen Moab area as your location for your destination wedding, travel logistics are the next logistical step. Luckily, getting to Moab and then Whispering Oaks is a simple process. The closest airport to Moab is the Canyonlands Field Airport, which is just 18 miles from the city. From there, you can either have your wedding party take ubers to Moab, or you can organize a shuttle. We have recommended shuttle services that can help your wedding party with transportation on our website here.
Wedding Party Size and Accommodations
One of the first things to consider when planning a destination wedding is the ideal size of your party and reception. At Whispering Oaks we are able to accommodate all sizes of weddings. Our great lawn offers tons of seating with scenic views for your ceremony, accommodating a range of wedding sizes. Additionally, we offer housing customizable to your needs in our luxury cabins. Our unique cabins each have their own personalities, with the true constant being the high quality amenities. Ranging from private kitchens and bathrooms, to wrap around porches with views, your destination wedding will be beautiful on all levels, including lodging.
Wedding Planning
Once the size and location of your destination wedding have been chosen, in come the details. Whispering Oaks has a curated vendor list of groups local to Moab, all of which offer high quality goods and services to create the perfect wedding experience. By choosing wedding planners and vendors that are local to Moab, you can simplify the process of your destination wedding. The close proximity of downtown Moab and Whispering Oaks Ranch minimizes any complications that may arise with vendors.
Planners, Event Coordinators, and Vendors
Working your way down your wedding checklist, there are a few planners and vendors that are crucial to factor into your destination wedding. First, is a wedding planner and a day-of event coordinator. Our favorites that are local to Moab can be found here. These groups can help minimize the couples stress, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in their big day.
Next, you will need food and drinks. There are plenty of local Moab vendors offering a wide variety of food and drink depending on what the couple prefers. Ranging from Italian, to Mexican, to American barbeque, selecting a vendor is crucial to make your wedding party happy.
Other details that you will want to consider are finding a videographer or photographer to document your visually stunning destination wedding, finding cake and flower services, and any other details that you have envisioned on your special day.
While these details may seem overwhelming, by choosing Moab as your destination you have ensured that a dependable and excellent group of local vendors and service providers will make your wedding wonderful.