Destination Wedding Photoshoot - Everything You Need To Know
2017-11-03

Having your pre-wedding photoshoot overseas is getting increasingly popular, especially since your spouse and you might already have photos at the usual spots in our little island.

Choosing to have an overseas wedding photoshoot will not only allow your partner and you to have jaw-dropping photos, but it will also serve as a very memorable experience for the both of you. However, planning for it can be an interesting process.

Here are some points to take note of before you start planning for your a destination shoot.

Unique venues:

This is a given, especially since it is the main reason you’re looking at an overseas wedding shoot. With the huge selection of venues to choose from, you will be spoilt for choice. However, it will be best if you have a theme or an idea of how you want your photos to look like. This will help you in choosing an appropriate venue and it won’t leave you feeling overwhelmed with choices.

Affordability: 

Believe it or not, overseas wedding shoots might just be a bit more affordable than local shoots. However, this certainly depends on various factors such as, venue, photographer or company hired, duration of shoot, package you signed and your outfits.

If you look at the right people and places, you might just land yourself with an affordable overseas pre-wedding photoshoot that will make all your dreams come true.

Pre-wedding vacation:

Perhaps, this is the biggest advantage of having an overseas shoot. Not only will you be able to have amazing wedding photos, but you will also get to take a trip with your partner to bask in each others’ company in the midst of all that wedding planning stress. This alone might be enough to convince you to go on an overseas wedding shoot. This will be like a “killing two birds with one stone” moment.

Memories for a lifetime

By going on an overseas wedding shoot, you’re creating more unique and special memories with your partner. In a few years, you will be able to look through the photos and reminisce on the memories your spouse and you made during the photoshoot. Moreover, if your spouse and you have wanderlust, this is one way to tick a location off your list.

Weather:

As natives of tropical weather, we might be so certain or familiar with the weather patterns of other countries that have seasons and/or varying weather patterns. Before booking for your photoshoot, it is best to check and understand the weather patterns of the country you’re travelling to, in order to get a better picture of what to expect. 
This will also prepare you in terms of attire and help you to plan for unforeseen circumstances that might occur.

Cultural/Language Barrier:

This is a common enough issue that many will face. However, it might be especially challenging for you as in a way, you will be “working” there. It is advised to know and understand the country’s culture and social behaviours especially if the locations that you’re aiming for have a special cultural significance to it. In order for a smoother process, ensure you know your dos and don’ts for both you as a couple and your photographer, if they are not locals.

Detailed planning required:

Similar to other photoshoots, detailed planning will definitely be required for your overseas shoot. You will need to know the locations and have a scheduled plan for the day. This duty might or might not fall on you, depending on the photographer that you are working with. However, it is best if you are involved in this process so that you will have an idea of how your day will be like and it will also help you plan the rest of your trip.

Transportation:

As you will be spending a few days travelling to the selected locations, you will definitely require transportation. As different countries have different systems, you learn and understand how hiring reliable and trustworthy transportation works in the country that you’re going to. This will save you a lot of trouble and confusion once you’re there and it will help smoothen your photoshoot process.