backup plans in place in case one of the suppliers doesn't come through. Do you really want to avoid having a wedding cake on your special day because it didn't come in on time? Some things might have to be put on a plane -- what would you do if the plane got delayed? This is very important when it comes to your guest list as well. Not everyone will be able to attend. If you're someone that would be offended if your best friends didn't attend your wedding, you want to make sure that you focus on handling that. If you don't, there could be some hurt feelings. You're going to just have to make everyone aware that you really want to get married in a certain place, and you will need to ensure that you make that happen. It's your day, and no one else's. A destination wedding is going to be a bit more expensive. If you're very budget conscious, you really need to make sure that you crunch the numbers to make sure that you're actually able to afford it. Nobody wants to step back and realize that they've gone over their budget. If you've already signed contracts with suppliers and vendors alike, that could spell trouble down the road. Speaking of contracts, make sure that you don't sign anything without really reading it over first. Most vendors are pretty straightforward, but you want to make sure that you read up on what happens if they