Tuesday, December 5, 2023
As the peak U.S. engagement season coincides with the holiday festivities, TwoTravel, the leading Latin American travel concierge, has unveiled its latest venture – the TwoLovers destination wedding division. Launched in Cartagena, Colombia, TwoLovers seamlessly integrates premium wedding planning services with TwoTravel’s renowned personalized group travel concierge service. Acting as the exclusive point of contact for couples, TwoLovers eliminates the unnecessary stress of coordinating with multiple vendors in the lead-up to their special day.
This launch aligns with a period when travelers are actively organizing significant international group travel and destination celebrations. In conjunction with TwoLovers’ introduction, TwoTravel conducted a comprehensive survey on group travel trends for international events and destination weddings in 2024. Survey results indicate that 76% of respondents plan to partake in group travel, with 30% specifically opting for destination weddings and 22% for bachelor or bachelorette party travel. Destination weddings are increasingly becoming the norm, with 42% of those surveyed having already hosted or actively planning one, seeking to merge their wedding festivities with a memorable vacation experience in a distinctive setting.
As the fastest-growing travel and wedding concierge in Cartagena, TwoLovers, with 20 weddings already scheduled for 2024, simplifies destination wedding planning by offering tailored services throughout the entire wedding journey. This includes pre-wedding celebrations, guest concierge, venue selection, guest accommodations and activities, luxury villa and boat rentals, catering, florals, hair and makeup, photography and videography, bartenders and specialty cocktails, live music and DJ entertainment, post-wedding ‘mini-moons,’ and a dedicated host for all-access service during the celebrations.
According to the TwoTravel survey, 67% of respondents prefer beach destinations, while 31% favor historical settings for international weddings. Cartagena, a UNESCO World Heritage site, combines both preferences with its romantic old-world architecture, crystal blue Caribbean waters, and rich history. Travel to Cartagena is becoming more convenient, with nonstop flights from various U.S. cities. Safety concerns, a top worry for destination group travel, are addressed by Cartagena’s reputation as one of the safest cities in Colombia and a welcoming LGBTQ+ destination. TwoLovers can also arrange personal security for guests exploring beyond their comfort zones.
While TwoLovers caters to weddings of all sizes, its expertise lies in bringing intimate and mid-sized weddings to life with VIP services and curated experiences. In the current era of destination wedding planning, engaged couples are opting for smaller, close-knit groups, with 26% planning to have 50-100 guests and 38% anticipating 20-50 guests. Prices vary based on factors like guest count, length of stay, and specific preferences, with an average wedding for 10 rooms starting at approximately $20,000 USD.
In addition to destination weddings, international travel for bachelor and bachelorette parties is on the rise, including trends like combined celebrations. TwoLovers has observed an increase in groups combining pre-party festivities, the wedding, and a ‘minimoon’ into one extended Cartagena celebration. The survey indicates that 67% of respondents prioritize the quality and availability of excursions and cultural experiences when planning international group travel. TwoTravel caters to this demand by providing personalized itineraries and elevated concierge service, offering unique experiences such as yacht parties and private island rentals.
Ray Kanevsky, Co-Founder of TwoTravel, states, “We at TwoLovers know Cartagena like the back of our hand – and have the relationships, experience, and team in place to bring any wedding vision to life. We are also the first concierge in the region to do so. Our goal is simple: make the process as streamlined as possible for the couple and their guests without lifting a finger. Couples can simply say ‘I Do’ and experience the beauty of Colombia’s Caribbean coast, while TwoLovers does the rest.”
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