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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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When to Embrace Change—and When to Hold Your Ground

MeetingsNet

In addition, “rehearsals are so important for planners to learn what type of glitches could happen, and how to solve or work around them if they do happen. To do that, Nguyen advised planners “to create backup plans for event spaces, session presenters, technology, and any other element” that will have an impact on the attendee experience.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

If so, restaurant reservations, transportation, and other local accommodations may become more difficult to book as the event approaches. Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

Convene by PCMA

The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Lock in your run-of-show and rehearse more than ever before. Are masks required while using rideshare or public transportation? Chances are high that 10 percent or so of your coworkers will either get COVID or need to quarantine because of potential exposure.

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The Most Efficient Wedding Planning Checklist

Social Tables

So for example, if you find a photographer you really love be sure to ask them for referrals for bartenders, transport companies, or any other major wedding need. Arrange transportation. Day-of wedding transportation providers usually have a time minimum (3 hours on average) and include a 20% gratuity.

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How To Be in 10 Places at Once and Manage My Conference Effectively

Blue Spark Event Design

Consider all the ‘moving parts’ that must be managed, like banquet orders, audio/visual set up and rehearsals, event staffing, vendor load in/strike, transportation, etc. Transportation. When it comes to producing meetings or conferences, we find this to be extremely applicable. Food and Beverage. Audio Visual. Event Staffing.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: 7 Phases to Create a Winning Event

Eventtia

Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract. This can include booking flights, securing hotel rooms, and planning local transportation. Coordinate with the media to schedule interviews and arrange for logistics such as transportation and equipment. Document everything.