Get married in the ocean!

 

Forget white wedding in a church; destination wedding seems to be the latest hype these days. From beach wedding to a wedding that will take you into cloud nine literally, finding a perfect way to tie the knot can left you overwhelmed with choices. While many couple would settle for a more conventional theme wedding, still some would prefer a little adventure on their big day. A recent survey by WeddingChannel.com revealed that while one in 10 couples now plans a destination wedding, a select few are adding adventure to their nuptials, with ceremonies on skis and glaciers, underwater, in the African bush, even in the stratosphere. For some, staple destination nuptials like a Caribbean beachfront wedding have grown too ‘lame’.

 

While a combination of white wedding dresses and tuxedos with masks, tanks, flippers, right down to waterproof marriage certificates and waterproof pens may sounds bizarre to some, it is definitely something that diving enthusiast will not be able to resist, not to mention it will make yours an unforgettable wedding for everyone in attendance. The magnificent coral setting along with the colorful reef inhabitants of the underwater world provides a beautiful background for your special day, so you can marry while marveling at the scenic view at the same time. In keeping with this trend, more favorite beach spots are offering underwater wedding in their itinerary nowadays. There’s even an annual underwater wedding event in Thailand’s southern province of Trang in February; the event is in The Guiness Book of Records as being the largest underwater wedding ceremony. Another popular destination is Indonesia’s Bali, which organized underwater wedding for certified divers or weddings with pool setting for non-certified divers.

 

To have your wedding underwater, a couple will generally need to take a couple of diving classes as part of the agreement with the company that provides the package. The wedding party is then assessed for their diving abilities before they are declared as being safe to continue with the big dive. Brides and grooms are legally married in the presence of the registrar either on the boat deck or the beach, before putting on their dive masks and oxygen tanks and repeat the ceremony under the sea where they can write dialogue with the aid of slates or plastic boards and waterproof pen. Guests may choose to stay on the boat and watch from video views of the wedding underwater; it’s a good idea to have the boat decorated with some bridal accessories so that your guests can feel the excitement that is taking place underwater.

 

Having an underwater wedding means you’ll only be needing a few bridal accessories to compliment the ceremony; most of the necessary diving equipment is usually provided. A good idea for reception could be a beach party for your guests. Underwater wedding are definitely a unique idea of a themed wedding. Couples may even be able to enjoy their honeymoon underwater in the coming years.

Overcome wedding planning stress

Every married couple knows there is nothing more nerve-wrecking than planning a wedding. Many went through the phase where they found themselves stressing out preparing endless details in the last several weeks before the wedding. It is not possible to avoid the stress of planning a wedding entirely; the best way is to learn how to deal with it effectively and peacefully. Start by remembering that it’s okay to feel anxious and nervous, and that wedding stress isn’t a sign that you’re having second thoughts. With the right approach, stress is something that can motivate you and keep you on track; the trick is to steer the wedding stress in the right direction.

The easiest way to relief yourself of pre-wedding stress is by talking to your partner. Most couple made the mistake of keeping their feelings to themselves; getting married means there should be nothing to hide from each other. Do not keep your feelings bottled inside; pick a time where both of you are in a fairly good mood to talk about wedding issues. Be honest about how you feel, but at the same time look at the situation from the other’s point of view. On the other hand, stress can come from feeling frustrated over one’s very own partner; it can be his seemingly nonchalant attitude towards all the planning, or his stubborn views on certain issues. In this case, talking to someone else who is also close will help to make you feel better. It could be your mum, sister, or a close friend; the point is to avoid the feeling that you are facing these problems alone.

Tell yourself that your wedding may not be as perfect as you want it to be. Any event involving so many people and so much logistics are bound to have some unexpected surprises; take it all in your stride and tell yourself that this is what makes it memorable. Most of the times people do not even notice any changes to your original plans, so do not worry unnecessarily. Remember to delegate other less important tasks to friends or relatives who are able to help, otherwise consult a professional wedding planner to help you negotiate and deal with the wedding planning. Of course, major decisions like selecting banquet venues, dresses and suits etc. must involve the couple personally.

It’s easy to ignore your health during the busy months leading up to your wedding. Incorporating exercise in your pre-wedding regime not only helps you get into better shape, it’s also a good stress-buster. Intense exercise releases endorphin which gives you a natural ‘high’; you will feel happier and healthier after having a great workout. Take some time off those planning stress whenever possible and give yourself a little treat; a massage, body scrub or even a haircut can be so rejuvenating that it takes all the stress away. Most importantly, schedule a wedding planning-free day as a couple, then go on a date and enjoy yourselves for the whole day.