Ask Marvin - Beach Bound

Dear Marvin,
My fiance and I had discussed getting married in Mexico because we love the ocean and the idea of having our wedding away from home. We want to share the experience of a destination vacation with our closest friends and family. There are a few family members on both sides that say they won't attend if we hold our wedding out of the country. Some of the reasons are different but the point is that these are people we would really like to attend our celebration. We are now conflicted about holding our wedding in Mexico. What should we do?

Beach Bound

Dear Beach Bound,
My suggestion would be to discuss this further with your fiance. You have a few options here:
1. Accept the fact that everyone cannot attend your wedding for whatever reasons, be grateful and excited to share your moment with those that can.
2. Find a beach destination in the US that you both agree on and make sure that those family members will be able to attend if these changes are made.
3. Have your amazing Mexico beach wedding and then upon return hold a small reception for those that were unable to leave the country.

Congratulations,
Marvin

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