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The solution to make planning your wedding easier

I get it. You haven’t planned a wedding before and suddenly you’re thrown into this whole wedding world and it’s a lot.

People are asking you all these questions and you don’t know how to answer them.

You know you need to start planning or perhaps you’ve already started planning, but there is so much out there! After looking at all the blogs, magazines, Pinterest and apps, you’re starting to get this heavy feeling in your chest that you can’t shake.

You feel like you’re going down a rabbit hole and you’re lost and in the dark.

You want a wedding that is special and feels like you. You want your friends to be raving about your wedding. You want the best wedding ever.

But, you’re thinking, “Oh God, I don’t know what this means and have no idea what I’m doing.”

And what makes the feeling in your chest worse is that you don’t have time.

You’re busy at work or school and trying to plan your wedding feels like a second job. You don’t have time to try to figure this all out. You feel stressed and overwhelmed with it all.

So, you may have looked into hiring a wedding planner, which sounds great! But, you quickly figure out that it’s over your budget. And you just can’t spend that amount of money.

You may have asked your family or married friends for help and gotten some random tips and maybe a to-do list or a bunch of vendors they used, but you’re not really sure what to do with it.

You probably found a free timeline online that you think looks okay, but you don’t really know. And you read some articles like “5 tips to choosing a venue”, which is sort of helpful, but not really.

You’re feeling your way in the dark, not sure who or what can help you. Until now…

Passport to Joy was created for you

Passport to Joy is a step-by-step online wedding planning program that guides you through the ENTIRE wedding planning process from your engagement to your wedding day, simply and happily.

So, instead of searching for answers on whether your budget is realistic or what you need to know about hiring vendors, or looking at every color combo under the sun, you’ll know…

Exactly what you need to know
What you need to be working on and why
And how to actually plan and design your wedding so that it’s unique and unmistakably you

With the Passport to Joy program, you can plan your unique wedding on your own but with the help and guidance from a wedding planning pro. So you can avoid all the potential disasters and know what you should be doing (and what you shouldn’t). Which means…

No more fumbling in the dark. No more achy chest.

No more guessing or overwhelm and way more JOY.

Saving you 300+ hours of research and time spent worrying, stressing or feeling overwhelmed.

Saving you money from costly mistakes and helping you to find ways to work with your budget.

And you can get this program at a fraction of the cost of a hiring a full-time wedding planner.

The Passport to Joy program gives you the opportunity to actually enjoy your engagement, the planning process and your wedding day.

So you can plan your wedding on your own without losing your mind or blowing your budget.

Jamie Chang, owner, mango lover, and destination wedding planning guru

As your destination wedding planning guru and designer of joy, I’ve had the pleasure of working with dozens of amazing couples and helping them to create their unique weddings all over the world.

My 8+ years of experience in different cities and countries, with different types of couples and families, cultures and religions, and both destination weddings and hometown weddings has resulted in the understanding and discovery of what you really need to plan your wedding.

And while I’ve been able to help dozens of couples…

…I also want to help you.

Because I truly believe everyone deserves to enjoy the process and have the info they need to plan their wedding with ease. Regardless of their wedding budget, type, size or style.

So, I created Passport to Joy to share my proven method and system with you and make planning your wedding simple, easy and most of all joyful.

Happy bride and groom at a Hawaii destination wedding by wedding planner Mango Muse Events and Passport to Joy

Kristina & Matt

How Passport to Joy is different from everything else

Unlike every other free (or paid) planning tool, this is not a generic checklist, an organization tool, a list of vendors or a bunch of articles. This is not piecemeal information.

Instead, Passport to Joy is…

Completely comprehensive – It walks you through how to plan your wedding from start to finish, step by step.
Tailored to fit you and your wedding – It gives you the information you need so you can make the best decisions for you and your wedding.
NOT theory – This program is composed of all the knowledge, tips, tricks, mistakes and experience from over 8+ years planning weddings. This is real information based on real experience and the exact proven system I use with my clients every day to help them create their unique weddings.

Who Passport to Joy is for

ARE YOU…

completely overwhelmed with all the options, information and the decisions you need to make?
tired of spending hours online trying to figure it out and find the answers you think you need?
scared that what you’re doing is wrong and that you’re missing something crucial?
struggling because you don’t know how to deal with planning in another country with another language?
worried that your guests won’t have a good time and will think coming to your wedding wasn’t worth it?
unsure and have tons of questions about what’s normal, what you should expect from your vendors or how to make your design ideas come together, but you don’t know who you can ask?
dreaming of a unique and memorable wedding, one that your friends say was the best wedding ever, but you don’t know how to create it?
wishing that you could just know for sure that you’re on the right path?

Well…if you can say YES to any of these questions, the good news is this: the Passport to Joy program is PERFECT for you.

Here’s why:
You’re going to feel overwhelmed and unsure until you have the reliable information you need and the exact steps you need to take. And Passport to Joy will show you exactly what to do and how to do it.

And you won’t be alone, I’ll be with you the whole time and walk you through every step of the way.

Happy bride and groom at a Hawaii destination wedding wedding planner Mango Muse Events Passport to Joy

In the Passport to Joy program, you’re going to learn…

What you should be doing first, second, third and so on, so that it’s simple and easy
How to create the foundation for your wedding that so you can save even more time and money
The important things to look for in a vendor so that you can figure out who is the right fit for you
How you can work with your budget and still create the unique wedding you want
How to create your wedding design that results in a meaningful wedding that feels like you
How to handle all of the logistics so that it all comes together on your wedding day
And so much more…

In Passport to Joy you’ll learn not only WHAT you need to do and WHY, but HOW to do it.

So, what does that really mean?

It means you can…

Plan your wedding confidently
Avoid mistakes, headaches and overwhelm
Save time and money
Create your unique wedding without blowing your budget
Enjoy your engagement, the wedding process, and your wedding day

You won’t have to spend time wondering, worrying or trying to figure out what you should be doing. Instead, you can plan your wedding faster, make decisions easier and give you more time to spend with the people you love doing the things you love.

It’s absolutely the best way to get you from where you are today to your wedding day without all the overwhelm and with way more joy.

I’ve used this same method and system with all of my clients in multiple countries and states. This proven method works for all weddings no matter where it is, who you are and the type of wedding you want to create.

“With a busy work and social life, Jamie made it easier to plan our wedding by helping us understand our options, organize our thoughts and ideas, and make sure we stayed within our budget. Although it was never an easy thing for us, Jamie always made sure that every decision was one that we were comfortable with and that every aspect of the wedding truly represented us a couple. Jamie’s knowledge and expertise went beyond what we expected. We don’t know what we would have done without her. ”

Alithia & Ramon

Here‘s what you’ll be getting in the Passport to Joy program

Full system with 9 parts that take you literally step by step through the ENTIRE wedding planning process
Instructional videos on every topic where I’ll walk you through each step, answer your most common questions and give you the info you need to move forward
Along with the videos, you’ll get access to over 70+ helpful downloadable cheatsheets, worksheets, templates, reference guides and more that apply to every topic
Immediate access to the entire program online and login access 24/7

And here’s what you’ll be learning in all 9 Parts

Why "why" is the most important question and what you MUST do before you plan anything
How to think about your GUESTLIST and create one that is truly in line with what you want
Why location matters and how to figure out where you should get married
The important considerations you must remember when picking your timeframe
How to construct your budget and what a realistic budget actually is
How to put all of it together so that your foundation is solid

How to get organized and stay organized through the entire process
Understanding what type of venue you really want and how to go about finding one
How to figure out who should be in your wedding party or whether to have one at all
Where to start looking for your wedding dress/attire (Hint: it’s not where you think)
Why you need a wedding website and save the date and what should go on it
When to start looking for your wedding rings and how to go about it

How to create your wedding design and what colors, themes and styles really mean
How to rank and prioritize your vendors and what you need to know about vendors
The different types of caterers and how to look for, choose and hire one
What you need to know about photographers and how to look for, choose and hire one
How to make a decision on hiring an officiant vs. having a family or friend do it
How to make a decision on muscians, DJs and bands and how to look for and hire one
Whether you need a videographer and how to look for, choose and hire one
The difference between a florist and floral designer and how to look for and hire one

Why you should plan other events and activities and how to plan them
How to find your hair and makeup artist and why a trial is so important
When you should hire your rental and lighting company and what you need beforehand
How to think about your cakes and desserts and how to look for and choose one
The different stationery and invite options and what makes the most sense for you
Why you may want other entertainment like a photobooth and how to hire those vendors
When you need transportation and the different types you should consider

Why a venue site inspection is crucial to your planning and what you need to do in one
How to work with your vendors, what they need from you and what you need from them
How to create your entire wedding day from your ceremony to your reception
How to construct your schedule and the items you need to plan for
Why you need to research your marriage requirements early and what your options are
The travel items you need to think about and whether you need a hotel room block
The pros and cons of a wedding registry and what your options are
What a day of manager is (and isn’t) and why it’s so important

The many types of décor options you can consider and what you should and shouldn’t DIY
What you’ll need for your other stationery items and what their purpose is
Whether you need favors and welcome gifts and the two important criteria it has to meet
Who else you’ll need to get a gift for and what kinds of gifts to get
The accessories you’ll need to gather for yourself and when to start your alterations
The important details to make sure your other activities and events go smoothly
All the miscellaneous items you may have forgotten

How to track your RSVPs and when you should really start to work on your seating chart
How to create a floorplan by yourself with some easy tools
How to refine your schedule and make sure you’re not forgetting anything
What a BEO is and what you need to provide so that it’s accurate
What is important to communicate in your vendor check in
Whether shipping or packing makes most sense and how to prep for travel

How to finalize your schedule and feel good about it
What items will require your final guest count and how to take care of them all
Why the 1 month out vendor email is so important and what needs to go in it
How to prep for your wedding day so everything goes smoothly
The final décor and DIY items you need to complete

What you need to finish up before you leave for your wedding
What to pack and how to pack so that you don’t forget anything
What to do when you’re onsite and how to plan for it
Final tips and words of wisdom before your wedding day

A complete, proven system

Wedding planning is overwhelming when you try to take on too much at once or tackle things you just aren’t ready for yet. If you follow the steps in the right order, it makes planning much easier.

Passport to Joy takes you literally step by step through the whole process. Nothing is left out.

It’s the complete wedding planning system to get you from your engagement to your wedding day with joy.

Bride and groom at a Carmel destination wedding by wedding planner Mango Muse Events and Passport to Joy

Special Bonuses

In addition to the full program and all 9 parts, the videos and guides, you also have access to some additional awesome bonuses.

Now I know that every couple is different not just with the budget they’re working with but their personal needs when it comes to how they work.

So, there are 3 membership options to meet your needs all with their own special bonuses.

Bonus #1!

For our Delight, Bliss and Dream members, along with everything included in the 9 Parts, you’ll also get access to a bonus list of resources which has some great recommendations to help guide you and get you started. Saving you, even more time.

Bonus #2!

For our Bliss and Dream members, in addition to the full program and bonus list of resources, you also get your own personal advisor – me!

While I cover a lot in the program, once in a while you may find yourself in a situation that the videos or worksheets don’t cover. And that’s when you can come to me!

You’ll have email access to me as your personal wedding advisor for the entire duration of your planning so you can ask questions and get personalized advice and answers directly from a pro.

Bonus #3!

For our Dream members, if things couldn’t get any better, you also get this super awesome bonus – 3 hands-on planning sessions.

Now as I’m sure you’ve experienced in the past when you’re creating something new for the first time you’ll always run into some areas or tasks that are just more difficult or challenging for you.

Some things are no problem. And other areas you struggle with.

You find yourself having to do things multiple times wasting time and money. Or you find yourself going around in circles trying to figure out a solution.

It happens to everyone. Myself included. And it happens with any big project including planning your wedding.

While I’m here as your advisor and you have the ability to ask questions over email, when you’re struggling with something it’s much easier to sit down and talk through it.

You can use your 3 – 1-hour planning sessions at any time to discuss anything about planning or designing your wedding.

This could be about your design and coming up with a creative solution. It could be about finding a vendor you’re struggling with. It could be about dealing with another country. It could be about ironing out your schedule or getting everything set up for your wedding day. Or just simply a problem or situation you’re in.

I’m here to work through the problem with you and help you find a solution.

Special Holiday Give and Get Bonus

In the spirit of giving and joy…

You’ll also receive 1 bonus 1-hour planning session no matter which membership you choose

AND

A portion of your membership will be donated to the Wine Country wildfire relief and rebuilding efforts.

So you’ll not only be getting but giving joy.

And making a difference in someone else’s life in addition to your own.

It really doesn’t get much better than that.

Happy groom and groomsmen at a San Francisco destination wedding by wedding planner Mango Muse Events and Passport to Joy

So now the only question is…

Which Passport to Joy membership is right for you?

With 3 different options to fit your budget and support needs, you can pick the best one for you.

DELIGHT
THE FULL PASSPORT TO JOY PROGRAM – You’ll get the proven step by step system to plan and create a wedding you love.
9 AWESOME PARTS – Each part and chapter comes with instructional videos where I walk you through what you need to know, what you need to do and how to do it.
SUPER HELPFUL DOWNLOADS – Along with the videos are downloadable worksheets, checklists, templates and cheat sheets to help guide you. So, you’ll know exactly what you should be doing, thinking about and planning for your wedding.
BONUS VALUABLE RESOURCES – In addition to all the awesome downloads you get in each Part, you’ll also get a bonus list of resources to help assist you with planning your wedding, saving you even more time.
BONUS PERSONAL ADVISOR – With this huge bonus you’ll get email access to me, your own personal advisor. If you have a specific question or are in a situation and need some guidance, I’m here for you. I’m here to help for the duration of your planning whether that is 6 months, 12 months or more.
BONUS PLANNING SESSIONS – This game-changing bonus gives you the ability work with me one-on-one to find your creative solution, brainstorm some ideas or work through a challenge. You’ll get 3 hands on 1-hour planning sessions which can be used at any time during your planning to work on any portion of your wedding from finding a venue, to creating your design to refining your schedule.
HOLIDAY GIFT BONUS – As a part of the special holiday event, you’ll receive a 1-hour planning session which can be used at any time during your planning.
$397
OPENS 11/24
If you have any questions about the program, email us at support@passporttojoy.com.
We’re happy to help!

BLISS
THE FULL PASSPORT TO JOY PROGRAM – You’ll get the proven step by step system to plan and create a wedding you love.
9 AWESOME PARTS – Each part and chapter comes with instructional videos where I walk you through what you need to know, what you need to do and how to do it.
SUPER HELPFUL DOWNLOADS – Along with the videos are downloadable worksheets, checklists, templates and cheat sheets to help guide you. So, you’ll know exactly what you should be doing, thinking about and planning for your wedding.
BONUS VALUABLE RESOURCES – In addition to all the awesome downloads you get in each Part, you’ll also get a bonus list of resources to help assist you with planning your wedding, saving you even more time.
BONUS PERSONAL ADVISOR – With this huge bonus you’ll get email access to me, your own personal advisor. If you have a specific question or are in a situation and need some guidance, I’m here for you. I’m here to help for the duration of your planning whether that is 6 months, 12 months or more.
BONUS PLANNING SESSIONS – This game-changing bonus gives you the ability work with me one-on-one to find your creative solution, brainstorm some ideas or work through a challenge. You’ll get 3 hands on 1-hour planning sessions which can be used at any time during your planning to work on any portion of your wedding from finding a venue, to creating your design to refining your schedule.
HOLIDAY GIFT BONUS – As a part of the special holiday event, you’ll receive a 1-hour planning session which can be used at any time during your planning.
$797
OPENS 11/24
If you have any questions about the program, email us at support@passporttojoy.com.
We’re happy to help!

DREAM
THE FULL PASSPORT TO JOY PROGRAM – You’ll get the proven step by step system to plan and create a wedding you love.
9 AWESOME PARTS – Each part and chapter comes with instructional videos where I walk you through what you need to know, what you need to do and how to do it.
SUPER HELPFUL DOWNLOADS – Along with the videos are downloadable worksheets, checklists, templates and cheat sheets to help guide you. So, you’ll know exactly what you should be doing, thinking about and planning for your wedding.
BONUS VALUABLE RESOURCES – In addition to all the awesome downloads you get in each Part, you’ll also get a bonus list of resources to help assist you with planning your wedding, saving you even more time.
BONUS PERSONAL ADVISOR – With this huge bonus you’ll get email access to me, your own personal advisor. If you have a specific question or are in a situation and need some guidance, I’m here for you. I’m here to help for the duration of your planning whether that is 6 months, 12 months or more.
BONUS PLANNING SESSIONS – This game-changing bonus gives you the ability work with me one-on-one to find your creative solution, brainstorm some ideas or work through a challenge. You’ll get 3 hands on 1-hour planning sessions which can be used at any time during your planning to work on any portion of your wedding from finding a venue, to creating your design to refining your schedule.
HOLIDAY GIFT BONUS – As a part of the special holiday event, you’ll receive a 1-hour planning session which can be used at any time during your planning.
$1197
OPENS 11/24
If you have any questions about the program, email us at support@passporttojoy.com.
We’re happy to help!

My full-time clients time pay upwards of $10,000 to work with me one-on-one. But, with the Passport to Joy program, you get my knowledge, expertise, and experience for a fraction of the cost.

So, you know what that means?

You can get the Bliss membership for less than $2.25/day which is less than half the cost of your daily latte.

Tami & Brian

And I’ve got even more good news…

I want to make wedding planning and your life easier and happier. I also want to take away your worry.

So, if for some reason you get into the program and it just doesn’t work for you, I have a worry free 30-day money back guarantee.

Here’s how it works:
When you enroll in the course today, you have a FULL 30 days to go through the program 100% risk-free. If you feel that the program just doesn’t work for you, email our support team, and we’ll issue a prompt and courteous refund where you’ll get 100% of your money back.

Why do I offer a guarantee?
I know, without a shadow of a doubt, that this program can help you plan your wedding simply, easily and joyfully. But, I also know that change (even change for the better) can be hard, so I’m offering you this 30-day guarantee. So, you can experience the program 100% risk and worry free.

But…

Enrollment is only open for a limited time

There is a specific reason that enrollment is only available for a short period of time.

And that’s because I want to be able to focus on giving the help and guidance needed to every couple in the program. It’s important to me that you get the support you need and we just can’t do that if we have a bagillion members.

That’s why it’s important you know that the enrollment period will end on 11/26, so you must register before the clock strikes midnight.

But, what’s great is that…

There has never been a better time than now

Your time is valuable.

The more you don’t have to worry about or stress over, the happier you’ll be and the more time you can spend enjoying your engagement.

This isn’t just about wedding planning, this is about celebrating this amazing choice you’ve made and doing it in a way that is authentic and meaningful to you. This is about investing in you, your time and your peace of mind.

There’s a line from my favorite movie, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it.”

Don’t miss your engagement. Invest in you and give yourself the gift of joy.

Enrollment is open from 11/24-11/26, you don’t want to miss it!

Happy bride and groom Hawaii destination wedding

Cat & Mike

Frequently Asked Questions about Passport to Joy

Got questions about Passport to Joy? I go over the most common questions below. And if for some reason you still have a question that went unanswered, feel free to contact our support team at support@passporttojoy.com.

Will this work for me if I’m doing my wedding in my hometown or another part of the country?

The program is called Passport to Joy, but that doesn’t mean you have to be planning an international wedding or even a destination wedding! While we provide all the information and tools for couples planning a wedding from afar, the program will help anyone planning a wedding whether near or far.

What if my wedding is less than a year out? Will it work for me?

It doesn’t matter if you’re planning for 4 months, 6 months, 12 months or 18 months. All of the steps in the program will be applicable to you, you’ll just have to move a little faster if you have a shorter timeframe or slower if you have a longer timeframe.

How long do I have access to the program for? What if my wedding is more than a year out?

You’ll automatically have access to the program for 1 year, but we are more than happy to extend your access if you have a longer planning timeframe. I want to make sure you have the program for your entire wedding planning time period from today all the way to your wedding day. All you have to do is email us with a valid document with your name and wedding date at least 3 days before your term is up and we’ll extend your membership for free.

What if I start planning a destination wedding and then change my mind and do something closer to home - will this still be useful?

Totally! All of the steps in this program are applicable whether you’re planning a wedding in your area or a wedding an ocean away.

What if I want to hire a day of coordinator as well?

That’s great! If you have the budget for a day of/month of coordinator, then I say go for it! They’ll be able to come in at the last month to help you execute on the wedding day. It’s a perfect combo with the Passport to Joy. The program will help you to plan and design your wedding and take you through the entire process including your wedding day. And when your day of/month of coordinator comes in during the last few weeks, you’ll be all set and ready to work with them.

Will you be planning my wedding for me?

No, but this is a good question! While I won’t be planning your wedding for you, I do guide you through the entire process. So you’ll be doing the legwork, but you’ll know exactly what you should be doing and how to do it. I break down the whole process into simple steps and explain everything you need to know. And don’t worry if you don’t think you’re organized or creative. I’ll teach you how to create your wedding step by step and remember I’m with you 100% of the way. And if you sign up for the Dream membership you’ll not only get me as your advisor but 3 hands-on planning sessions as well which will really come in handy.

What’s the difference between this program and all the free websites and apps?

Great question! Free wedding planning apps and websites all fall under two categories. They are organizational or they are vendor finders. Organizational apps and tools help with your guest list or coordinating between your wedding party or helping you to create your floorplan or schedule. They focus on keeping you organized and can help from a project management standpoint.

Vendor finders help you to find vendors in different areas. They focus on providing recommendations based on their paid vendor lists.

While both can be helpful, neither of these options help you to plan your wedding from start to finish. They can help to keep you organized or provide vendor options, but they don’t provide the how to, the real life examples, the mistakes to avoid or the steps you need to take and think about.

Passport to Joy is a one of a kind comprehensive program that shows you how to plan your wedding step by step. And it’s important to remember that I work with couples planning their weddings every day. Which means all the information and guidance you receive comes from someone who has real experience and knowledge to share especially when it comes to destination weddings.

What happens if I buy the program and then don’t like it?

I want to help you and make wedding planning and your life easier and happier. I also want to take away your worry. So, if for some reason you get into the program and it just doesn’t work for you, we have a worry free 30-day money back guarantee. All you have to do is email our support team, and we’ll issue a prompt and courteous refund where you’ll get 100% of your money back. So, you know what that means? The program is 100% risk-free.

What happens if I start planning and I have a question?

If you sign up for the Bliss or Dream membership now, you’ll get the amazing bonus of having a personal wedding advisor, me! Which means if you have a question that the program doesn’t answer or you’re in a situation that you need some advice on, I’m here to help. It’s like having your own personal lawyer, tax accountant or doctor. You’ll have your own personal wedding planner in your back pocket. I’m here to help guide you and answer your questions for the duration of your planning. Remember, you’re not alone in this and I’m with you 100% of the way.

Is Passport to Joy right for me?

When I put together this program, I had two types of couples in mind:

Couple #1: You’ve just gotten engaged and you need direction on how to start planning and what to do.

Couple #2: You’ve already started to plan your wedding and you need guidance on what you should be doing and thinking about.

And the Passport to Joy can help you either way. I cover everything you need to plan your awesome wedding. I give you the information and the tools to plan and design your wedding including how to find and work with vendors, how to plan a wedding in a place you aren’t familiar with and don’t live in, how to create a wedding that reflects you, how to plan for all the logistics and details so that nothing is forgotten, and how to enjoy your wedding day.

I share my complete system for planning your unique wedding in this program. I use this same system with all of my one-on-one clients and now you can use it too.