Make sure you have a ballpark guest list first to be sure your ceremony and reception locations can accomodate everyone.

Especially for a destination wedding, you'll want to block rooms at hotels (often they'll offer a group discount) and give guests guidance on how to get there. Otherwise, your grandma will end up in a flea- ridden motel riding the bus to your wedding.

Don't do that to her, please.

Depending on your event. you'll enlist a caterer, florist, photographer, musicians and more. Meet with them now to get a sense of their talents and book your favorites ASAP.

Weather you shoot them all an email or send a elobrate gift, now's the time to let your best friends know you want them to be involved in your big day.