Resort Wedding Planner vs. Independent Wedding Planner

WHATS A GIRL TO DO?

What's the difference between hiring a wedding planner at a resort OR hiring an independent wedding planner? Believe it or not this question get's asked a lot. So let's cut to the chase and give you the scoop!

A WEDDING PLANNER AT A RESORT caters only to the resort. This is where their loyalty lies first and foremost.  It is likely that your planner will have daily staff meetings, corporate groups and many more tasks required of them in addition to planning your event.

A wedding planner at a resort has a pre-set sales quota to meet. This means that their salary and bonuses are dependent on what they sell you. The amount of revenue they bring in also defines their position within the corporation making them extremely driven to sell, sell, sell! 

All of this is not to say that a resort planner should be avoided, just that you (as a potential client) are aware of the differences between a resort wedding planner and an independent wedding planner.


An INDEPENDENT WEDDING PLANNER exclusively caters to their clients. Independent wedding planners are not governed by the corporate world and therefore can openly discuss & secure products, services and venues available to you beyond what resort planners can offer.

Independent wedding planners are not driven by someone telling them that their sales matter more than the client. An excellent independent wedding planner works much harder for you in order to keep up with the worlds perception of value of a resort wedding planner. This means that an independent planner can give you just as much if not more for your money.

In the end what matters most is what the clients really want, and this is an important decision that only they can decide. No matter what the pros and cons, the reality is that some clients are better fitted for a resort wedding planner and some are better matched with an independent wedding planner. Which is best for you?

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Which comes first - Wedding Venue or Wedding Planner?

WHICH COMES FIRST, the Wedding Venue or the Wedding Planner?

The Pros & Cons of choosing a Wedding Venue first:
PRO: Client has full control over the venue.
CON: Wedding Planner does not.

*The planning process can be challenging for a planner if the wedding venue is secured first. Reason being is partly caused from needing to control the deliver, set-up and removal times as well as managing any of the on-site details. This would create a much less stressful experience for you.


The Pros & Cons of choosing a Wedding Planner first:
PRO: You have an expert at your fingertips, orchestrating your dream.
CON: If you choose the wrong planner.

*While interviewing planners can be tedious work, it may will be the most important first step in the overall planning process. This is where you have to ask yourself what is more important. Finding an expert to help you or simply doing everything yourself.

SO, WHICH COMES FIRST FOR YOU? The Wedding Venue or the Wedding Planner?

Maui Beach Weddings: The Truth About Permits

The Department of Land & Natural Resources ("DLNR") , which is a State agency that governs commercial use on the beaches in Hawaii has recently implemented a permit process for anyone wishing to marry on the beach. As of August 1, 2008 a permit will be required. You must have a 1 million dollar liability insuranace policy and pay the nominal fees in order to obtain your beach permit. First Class Weddings on Maui can obtain this permit for you (for a fee) or give you alternative options. By hiring FCW you have the full support of a coordination company with over 15 years of experience working in your best interest, informing you of the laws and the many alternative options you have in regards to planning your Maui wedding! For more informaiton please visit firstclasswedddings.com or call us at 1-808-877-1411.