Tipping your vendors is an expense that can be overlooked when writing the wedding budget. Some vendors will include gratuity in their fees, so check your contracts. Be sure to make a list of who should be offered gratuity and factor in those costs on the front end so that you’re prepared on the wedding […]
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Something Blue!
Looking for inspiration for your something blue? How about these creative ideas? Blue shoes are a growing trend that really add a beautiful splash of color with your stunning white dress! Speaking of shoes… at the rehearsal dinner, take your white shoes and a blue Sharpie. Ask your bridal party to sign your shoes. Their […]
Destination Weddings and Honeymoons Close to Home – Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC
Located 10 minutes from downtown Asheville, you will find the largest home in America – the Biltmore Estate. Completed in 1895, George Vanderbilt’s 250-room chateau is as impressive today as it was more than a century ago. Biltmore House is truly a wonder of architecture and hospitality designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. […]
Married to a Concept: Choosing a Theme
Congratulations! You’re engaged! Possibly the first thing you thought of while you were admiring your ring was, “What kind of wedding will I have?” Perhaps you already know. Maybe you’ve envisioned a grand, traditional ceremony in the perfect shades of pink since you were five. Or, your romantic heart wants a one-of-a-kind shabby chic event […]
Recycled Aisle Runners help brides go green!
A few years ago I received a call from Helen Fox, a volunteer for Granny’s Garden School.The group had a program where they charged a minimal fee to give gardeners all they needed to succeed in growing enough food for their family with enough left over for a food pantry donation.One of the items they […]
Destination Weddings & Honeymoons at the Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
Colorado is a fantastic place for destination weddings and honeymoons. Whether you choose the “Mile High City” of Denver or a resort in the Rocky Mountains, you will be surrounded by natural beauty. Our favorite urban location for Colorado weddings is the Grand Hyatt Denver’s 38th-floor Pinnacle Room with its panoramic view of the city […]
Destination Weddings at Ocean Reef Club, Key Largo
An island wedding at Ocean Reef Club can be truly magical. The lush tropical setting, the warm Florida air and the privacy our clients cherish create an atmosphere that’s perfect for weddings indoors or out. Ocean Reef can accommodate weddings and receptions of any size. There’s an Interfaith Chapel, but some couples want a true […]
Destination Weddings & Honeymoons at The Breakers
Did you know that Florida is one of the most popular states for domestic destination weddings and honeymoons? With its sunny weather and beautiful beaches, Florida competes with the Caribbean and Mexico in beach appeal and is likely to be cheaper and easier for your guests to travel to. In addition to sand and surf, it […]
Destination Weddings in the Pacific Northwest
Many people automatically think of tropical beach settings when they imagine the perfect destination wedding location. But at i-do Weddings & Events, we encourage our clients to consider the mountains as well. The Pacific Northwest is a place where you can get the best of both the mountains and the water in one place. One […]
A Pre-Wedding Getaway On a Working Farm B&B
Sometimes couples just need a break from all of the wedding planning talk. However, our busy schedules at work or school can make longer getaways difficult. We discovered a wonderful place in the country for a weekend escape, and it’s less than a 3-hour drive from Cincinnati! Country Girl at Heart Farm B & B […]
Destination Weddings on a Disney Cruise
Have you ever considered having a wedding on a Disney cruise ship? If you are blending 2 families with young kids, a Disney cruise ship wedding could be perfect for you. Getting married on the open seas comes with many perks, starting with the fact that a cruise ceremony is basically a destination wedding and […]
Destination Weddings at The Ritz-Carlton Naples
Many Cincinnatians know the allure of Naples, Florida. Several of our clients have second homes in the area, and it’s a very popular vacation spot for residents of the Queen City. It’s easy to understand why! Surrounded by preserved natural beauty and protected parkland, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is the premier luxury Gulf Coast beach resort […]