Coronavirus weddings guidance for couples getting married or wanting to marry again in NL. Breaking news, Holland has lifted the lockdown and scrapped remaining laws. In a flurry of activity many couples who put their wedding on the back-burner have resumed planning the timeline. Anniversary venues have been booked and guests are invited to the event of the century. But how do you survive the current relaxed marriage rules in this new climate?
How do we overcome the covid-19 setbacks and delays? Although destination weddings and inviting foreign guests is a logistical and legal nightmare for every wedding couple, supplier, vendor, and marriage officiant. With lockdown measures loosened then tightened, wedding sectors, engagements, pre-wedding parties, receptions, and anniversaries have been pushed to the brink of despair.
Sadly, the (omicron variant) Covid virus is here to stay and we have to learn to live with it. Nevertheless there is a glimmer of hope on the horizon to keep it at bay. Countries around the world have faith in a booster (new vaccination) programmes. People are getting jabs and being immunized. And on the much brighter side, the future of weddings doesn’t look dark, dull and gloomy. So, take into consideration the following, read on.
Coronavirus Weddings Breaking New’s
Legal rights – coronavirus weddings
Cancelling or postponing a wedding due to Covid-19 is a shame. Unfortunately, it could be a necessity due to a pregnancy, a new job or home. When you postpone marrying the person of your dreams, you are simply moving the entire wedding forward. And this means cutting ties with the supplier, celebrant and wedding venue. What are your legal rights? www.guidesforbrides.co.uk has the answers.
Remain budget savvy about coronavirus weddings
If you are ‘feeling the pinch’ in your pocket and a tad nervous. It pays to stay vigilant and well-informed about high-impact wedding services. Although, we have buckled down and bookings are booming for 2022/2023/2024. And legal limits on mixing with larger groups has been removed. Of course, this is brilliant news. However, you may be expected to pay a premium for your location. So, remain vigilant, OK?
Don’t panic about coronavirus weddings
What is coronavirus (COVID-19 – orignated from Wuhan China)? It’s swayed brides and grooms to celebrate an exciting milestone. But, according to www.who.int it’s a large family of viruses. For instance, the common cold to more severe diseases such as (MERS-CoV) and (SARS-CoV) has been associated with it. Immunization is needed!
Vaccine or not!
The cold harsh reality is Covid-19 is like an uninvited wedding guest that loves a crowd of people. WHO continues to constantly review the evidence and will update its guidance as it finds out more. For the latest updates about vicious COVID-19 variants, read ‘the effects of virus variants on COVID-19 vaccines’. www.who.int
Protect your life
Do you want to take precautions? Are you in two minds to vaccinate or not to vaccinate? But what is vaccine hesitancy? And what does vaccine confidence mean? Vaccine hesitancy refers to delay in acceptance or refusal of vaccines. Vaccine confidence is the trust that patients, their families, and providers have in recommended vaccines. Find out more at RIVM – National Immunisation Program.
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So, newly engaged (couples) have abandon, cancelled, postponed, or rescheduled their destination wedding. However, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Holland has abolished the 1.5 meter socially-distancing wedding rule and the QR-code corona app – only needed for festival premises.
Boost your confidence 2023/2024!
Take advantage of this time, there’s a big shift towards smaller, secure and intimate weddings. And as you’re probably aware, there is a massive backlog of weddings. These have built up in Holland, due to Covid-19 continued wedding restrictions. My advice is take advantage of this time – rebook for 2023 or 2024. Hurry while the best locations are still available!
Keep active about coronavirus weddings
In addition, social interaction and self-isolation may have affected your mental, physical health and wellness. So, don’t let it beat you down. Self-care tips are out there for you. It’s an essential part of your life. More importantly, take the opportunity to get out of the wedding planning mode for a while and rest.
Be flexible about coronavirus weddings
Do you feel bored, lonely and uncertain about your future wedding timeline, arrangements and schedule? Well, it’s a digital age connecting you [on & offline] with the ones you love. Let’s be real, from your ceremony, reception to party it’s a risk factor. It might make you nervous. So, readdress your wedding budget, spreadsheet and upcoming checklist. Keep yourself entertained with Tom’s alternative wedding planning template.
De Hoftuin – Amsterdam | image Burgundy Photography
Explore wedding terms & conditions
Your venue, celebrant and caterer has bookings for popular dates every wedding season. Although some suppliers and vendors wedding terms and conditions are fair. Perhaps some are unable to fulfill their service. It is quite within their rights to charge a supplement for an expensive “peak” date. Remember postponement without penalties might not be possible. So, be flexible with an alternative date and compromise.
Get wedding cancellation insurance
Have you cancelled but paid in full – inclusive the deposit? As stated in some policy wording, ‘Insurance companies will pay up to the amount shown for any irrecoverable expenses incurred by Covid-19: attire, flowers, caterers, transport services, and accommodation. So, you might want to consider checking your coverage of unavoidable cancellation or curtailment of the Wedding or Reception now!
Be patient about wedding aspirations
So, are you coped up at home starring at bridal gown in your closet? Be patient and think about planning a multiple celebration. With a continued spike in “One Couple, Two Weddings: Multiple Celebrations”. You have the freedom of choice to celebrate your love numerous times.
Get savvy – travelling to Holland
Sadly, the traffic light-rules apply, to wedding destination travel. Dutch borders remain open, however, “Tourists and foreign travellers from countries where the health risks are similar to or lower than in Holland can enter the Netherlands.” So, check these 7 points before you travel and self-quarantine for 10 days on arrival.
Be cautious – stay alert | weekly coronavirus weddings
Although it’s Freedom time for weddings in Holland. Check weekly Dutch RIVM news about wedding travel plans. An immunisation program has begun and larger weddings can take place.
Book a double celebration
Sequel weddings are the way forward, after the devastating impact of Covid-19 on weddings. But what is a sequel wedding? Well, it’s a double celebration, you have close family at the marriage registration to witness your official paperwork. Thereafter, you choose a small intimate occasion or larger celebrant-led celebration.
Exercise social- distancing
Most governments have implemented a safety measure to stop the transmission and spike of COVID-19. Social distancing is in our daily mindset. Mandatory mask wearing on public transport and remotely working from home is the norm. publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk
Be optimistic about coronavirus weddings
Do you still plan to go ahead and make a public declaration of love to your partner in front of family and friends? Well, you can have a coronaproof wedding. Perhaps it’s wise for your guest to wear a mask throughout the ceremony. Either way, these options sound less personable. So, opt for a virtual celebration for two, with witnesses and the officiant. Online weddings and masked marriages can save your relationship.
How long does protection from a COVID-19 vaccine last?
Seek guidance about wedding
Many celebrants miss weddings and can’t wait to start performing ceremonies again. So, seek guidance about amended the date. Another thing, during this global pandemic there are less physically and face-to-face meetings with you the couple. However, we have embraced online wedding blessings and other forms of video-chat.
Keep guests in the loop
Additionally, restrictions on travel are still in force. Do you need to cancel your trip? Keep your wedding guests in the loop via ‘old school’ methods emails, texts, and phone calls. Together with that read your travel insurance policy thoroughly. So, find out about your destination wedding plans. www.travelguard.com
Cross check your website – coronavirus weddings
Have you created a website to announce your wedding? With all the free time on your hands, make sure you keep it updated and mass-share it live with family and friends. Cross check and double cross check your excel spreadsheet. In fact, get good advice or guidance about travel, health and other safety measures of your upcoming nuptials..www.standard.co.uk
Think out of the box – elope or cut guest list
Before you start budgeting for your wedding think about the expense of it all. Perhaps you want to play safe and start rethinking about an impromptu wedding. It’s a simple way to save cash, you can plan a unique elopement ceremony [minimony] for two. Otherwise, cut your wedding guest list. So, celebrate your love first and splurge out on a bigger celebration later with family and friends.
Keep calm about coronavirus weddings
The coronavirus has created hundreds of wedding cancellations and with that comes stress. So, keep calm and zen! Although, it has shaped our modern life and become a major part of future wedding plans. There are plenty of resources to help you learn how to protect your mental health while planning your future nuptials.
Have faith – practical guide for coronavirus weddings
Its a difficult and testing time, right? Well, the Coronavirus has impacted all future marriage celebrations. On top of that, it has affected the natural human touch of personalised weddings because of the social-distancing regulations, too. But, don’t let me burst your bubble get some relief and practical tips at Unconventionalwedding.co.uk.
Coronavirus weddings – RIVM MEASURES – subject to review
Weddings & parties with unlimited guests and group sizes of more than 100 persons is allowed. Source: www.rijksoverheid.nl All subject to review! Was this useful? Are you still feeling anxious? Let’s face it, we have to live with Covid-19. So, let’s keep an eye on it. Feel free to pop back for an even bigger picture. And don’t forget, greet with ease, wash your hands, stay safe, save lives, be strong and stay forever in love.
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By Arun | 25-09-2020 - 09:51
Thanks for detailing the elaborate list of protective measures at wedding celebrations. It is hard and even harder for people who were expecting a stunning celebration for their most significant life event. But, weddings can be blessed and fabulous with an intimate set of audiences as well. Worry not and gear up for celebrations with necessary precautions.
By Clover Jean | 06-02-2022 - 20:41
Thank you Arun, for your positive words about coronavirus weddings.