The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)
With over 300k downloads and 150+ episodes as the host of Ask the Planner, Desirée Adams now brings you The Planner’s Edit—the essential podcast for wedding planners and event pros looking to elevate and scale their businesses. Each week, join Desirée and guest experts for candid conversations, actionable strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights into marketing, systems, client experience, and the realities of building a successful and profitable event business. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or just starting, you’ll find honest advice and inspiration to help you grow, elevate, and create lasting impact in the wedding industry.
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The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)
212 | The Hidden Risks of Destination Weddings (And How Planners Manage Them)
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Destination weddings aren’t just logistically complex. They carry invisible risks that can impact timelines, budgets, emotions, and once-in-a-lifetime moments.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down the most overlooked risks of destination weddings and explains why professional planners aren’t just coordinators, but risk managers. You’ll hear how thoughtful planning creates emotional safety, why buffers matter more than best-case scenarios, and where insurance and preparation quietly support your reputation and your clients’ peace of mind.
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