When the bride and groom leave either the church or the reception, it is customary to have the guests participate in the send off. Usually, the guests will line the walkway or the stairs of the church, prepared to toss something at the newlyweds in celebration and for good luck. These are a few ideas to consider, some traditional, and some not so traditional:Rice: This is the classic. Rice has been tossed at newlyweds for centuries, because it represents fertility. However, rice has fallen out of favor, because it can …
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Special Signage For Your Wedding
March 29th, 2011 by maureen
When planning your wedding, there are a million tiny details to arrange. One of the ones that can be easily overlooked is the signage that you may need. Signs are often useful to provide special information to your guests. You will want to be certain to plan for signs well in advance, so that they can be made to coordinate with your wedding theme.One very important reason to have custom signage is to give your guests directions. For example, I once attended a wedding ceremony that took place in a …
Fabulous Wedding Transportation
March 28th, 2011 by maureen
If you are planning a wedding, have you given any thought yet to transportation? How the bride and groom will get from Point A to Point B is not just a logistical question; it is also a matter of style. The mode of transportation that you choose to take you from home to ceremony and ceremony to reception should blend in perfectly with your overall wedding theme.There are numerous choices for wedding conveyances. You want your transportation to feel as special as the rest of your wedding, so this is …
Travel Registries – The Latest Trend For Wedding Gifts
March 26th, 2011 by maureen
These days, chances are that betrothed couples already have all of the blenders, towels, dishes, silverware, and other household items they need. With the swing toward men and women getting married later in life, most couples either have individual homes that they’ll combine once they’re married, or they have been building their own trousseau while living together. Because they’re often footing the bill for all or part of their wedding, the one thing couples don’t have is money for the honeymoon of their dreams. That’s why the latest trend in …
How To Travel With A Wedding Gown
March 26th, 2011 by maureen
Destination weddings are more popular than ever. Whether you are headed for the beach, the mountains, or your hometown, you want to make sure that your gown arrives safely. With a little advance planning, you will be able to relax and enjoy the trip.Wedding gowns are large! Fitting them into tight spaces is often a challenge. Salons carefully pack bridal gowns into extra long garment bags with the train folded up (usually there is a bust form to hold the bodice of the gown in place). Although some brides like …
The Best Wedding Cruise Packages In The Bahamas
March 18th, 2011 by maureen
Many couples today are opting for wedding cruises instead of ceremonies in churches. To capitalize on this, many cruise lines now offer honeymoon and wedding packages for those couples that want to tie the not with an added element of romance. Now planning the wedding involves locating the ideal wedding cruise to go on.A popular wedding cruise is the Disney Cruise Line weddings. The wedding is paid for in addition to the normal cruise line pricing. The ceremony can be held in any of the ships lounges or on board …
Wedding Guests – Economical Travel For Out of Town Guests
March 14th, 2011 by maureen
Since the cost of traveling and attending a wedding can be significant for out of town guests, it’s important to keep their finances in mind when planning your wedding. Following are travel tips to make your out of town wedding guests’ stay more economical:HotelChoose an affordable hotel located near the site of the wedding or reception where guests will have an easier time finding their way to the big event. If possible, find a hotel with amenities such as a pool, a complimentary breakfast and free Internet access. For your …
