Fairy Garden Wedding at Borgo Petrognano in Tuscany

Love has a knack for discovering us in the most surprising corners of life. In the case of Kala and Ryan, it all began during a St. Patrick’s Day bar crawl in Philadelphia. Unbeknownst to them, this encounter would unfold into a beautiful love story, culminating in a dreamy destination wedding amidst the enchanting hills…

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Difference Between a Wedding Planner & an On-Site Coordinator

While venue coordinators are proficient in managing on-site logistics and ensuring smooth execution of their facilities, they may lack the comprehensive expertise and experience required for a seamless destination wedding. A destination wedding planner possesses specialized knowledge in navigating the complexities of arranging events in unfamiliar locations, including legal requirements, cultural nuances, and local vendors.…

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Planning Tips for LGBTQ Couples

Bernadette Coveney Smith, wedding planner and LGBTQ wedding expert, weighed in on her top tips for pulling off the destination wedding of your dreams while hopefully avoiding any unnecessary complications. (Standing on the shores in front of the Thompson Zihuatanejo, models Alex Watson and Laura Persons are stunning in gowns by Watters, hair and makeup by Nicole…

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Love at First Bite Contest

Ready for a delicious new way to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day? Envy™ apples today announced the Love at First Bite contest. Get all the juicy details from the team at Envy apples below: The contest combines the ultimate apple experience with the ultimate wedding experience as couples compete for a $50,000 grand prize package.…

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Your Guest List Questions, Answered

Forming your destination wedding guest list is never easy, especially if you prefer to keep the event somewhat intimate. In fact, professional event planner, Ashley Lachney of Alston Mayger Events, always tells her couples that the guest list will be their biggest headache. “And, I’ve yet to be wrong,” she tells us. Below, Ashley Lachney addresses…

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4 Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner

4. Event Management

Destination weddings are on the rise and there are a few really good reasons why. They are more intimate, they are often cost-effective and you can stay and play after your wedding is over and enjoy your honeymoon. Planning a wedding from afar can seem like a daunting task, but when paired with an experienced…

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A Lovely Maine Destination Wedding

East Coast Retreat

Most everyone knows or has heard of the play/movie “Grease.” Remember how Danny and Sandy fell in love during the summer on the beach, spending hours playing in the sun and talking the days away? Well, couple Eva and Andrew just might have the real-life “Grease” love story. The two met as teenagers on the coast…

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Paris, France Wedding Advice

Perfection

It’s day two of our Destination: Paris week and we’re exploring alternative ideas to hosting a traditional destination wedding in France. Couples take full advantage of the romantic offerings of Paris by using it as a backdrop for any number of special occasions. Whether you’re celebrating an engagement, elopement or anniversary, Paris and France in…

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A Coastal Maine Destination Wedding

Hills of Green

Everyone knows or has heard of the play/movie “Grease.” Remember how Danny and Sandy fell in love during the summer on the beach, spending hours playing in the sun and talking the days away? Well, couple Eva and Andrew just might have the real-life “Grease” love story. The two met as teenagers on the coast of…

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