If you could be married anywhere in the world, where would you choose? In a new book she has written, “Destination Bride: A Complete Guide to Planning a Wedding Anywhere in the World,” (F+W Publications), Lisa Light of Destination Bride gives a step-by-step approach to planning and enjoying your destination wedding.

When choosing your wedding destination, you'll want as much information as possible on the location, including all the details about where you will hold your ceremony and reception. “Contact the destination’s tourism bureau for information on locations, marriage laws, and service providers,” says Lisa. “If the marriage laws are complicated, don’t be deterred. Many resorts offer wedding services, including license coordination or referrals to local wedding coordinators, who will be able to address your concerns.”

If you and your groom-to-be are having trouble deciding where to get married, take a trip to the destinations you are considering. “I once sent a couple on a luxury tour of several Carribean Islands because they couldn’t decide on one without seeing them all,” says Lisa. “Once you’ve visited the location, you can really imagine how your wedding will look, taste, sound, and feel.”

To ensure you’re happy with the local facilities and service providers, once you choose your destination venue ask all the questions that you would if you were getting married at home. “There is nothing like face-to-face communication to put your mind at ease,” says Lisa.

It’s important to send save-the-date cards as soon as the date and destination are set. “Include contact information for your wedding planner and travel coordinator,” says Lisa, “and be sure your guests receive itineraries as well as travel tips that include what to pack, dress codes for different events, expenses of tours, and information regarding electricity, currency, calling home, customs, and climate.”

When your destination wedding day approaches, Lisa suggests calling your guests and vendors to ensure that all the details have been confirmed. “Confirmation is the key to a flawless event,” says Lisa. “When everything is finalized and confirmed, all that remains is experiencing the dream come true.”