If sunsets over endless horizons and salty ocean breezes are integral elements of your dream wedding, you’re in good company.

Following the destination wedding trend spurred by the lavish marriages of celebrity couples like Heidi Klum and Seal, nuptial getaways are now a frequent choice of engaged couples around the United States. According to the Bridal Association of America, 12 percent of the more than 2.2 million Americans who wed in 2006 did so off American soil. When the planning of the ideal destination wedding is the only obstacle between you and “I do,” use the time-honored advice of a professional. Victoria Canada, owner of Phoenix-based Victoria Canada Weddings and Events, shares her thoughts on specifics to consider.