Wedding 411
Create a Window to Your Destination Wedding
With destination weddings on the rise, it is becoming more and more important for couples to have a means for informing their guests of their upcoming wedding plans as well as provide recommendations for out-of-town guests.
Wedding websites allow your guests one-stop shopping when it comes time for them to arrange their travel plans as well as other details. You can be as specific as you wish and link your website directly to the hotel reservation pages that you would like to recommend to your guests.
You will find that having a website is not only a time-saver but a budget-saver as well. The multiple mailings that can sometimes become necessary to communicate with your guests can easily eat up a good portion of any wedding budget. Allowing your guests to RSVP online will also cut down on your wedding expenses. No need for RSVP cards! However, you can always order just enough for those guests who may not be web savvy.
Destination weddings have definitely become a way for couples to express their style in a less traditional way. If you choose to have your wedding in a destination location, try to make it a fun experience for you and your fianc as well as for your guests.
Personal Wedding Sites
Personal Wedding Websites! The fastest growing way to keep your guests in the know about your big day. There are several sites to choose from and my advice to you is to make sure you put this on your must do list. Just think of how much time is saved when all of your pertinent information is available at the click of a mouse. Time is very valuable, both yours and your guests. A website would be the perfect addition to your wedding plans and would be a great help to EVERYONE! Check some out and by all means, get one!
Share the details of your wedding through a Wedding Website
Destination Wedding Tips:
1. Location, Location, Location. When selecting a location, choose one that appeals to your tastes and wedding style. Keep in mind, however, that because it won't be as easy as going down the street to the local church to attend your wedding, you'll have to assume that your guest list may be smaller. You'll need to get a good sense about the number of attendees you wish to have before selecting your event facility so you can be confident that it will be appropriate for the crowd.
2. Less is More. Destination weddings can be expensive not only for those getting married, but also for those attending. Try to be mindful of that when selecting your wedding site so those who are closest to you can afford to attend. Consider having your wedding during the off-season so costs will be lower. Traditionally, accommodation expenses are covered for the bridesmaids by the bride's family and for the groomsmen by the groom's family. All other guests should be responsible for their own expenses. Most hotels will work with you to offer group discounts.
3. Assist your Guests. You may know the location that you will be flying off to for your dream wedding like the back of your hand, but most of your guests will not. Your wedding website can be a tool to help you educate your guests about the area, local attractions, accommodation ideas, the weather and directions. Making their job easier will only amount in a larger turnout at your wedding. Use your website to remind them of the things they may not consider such as a passport if required for your chosen location.
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BRIDAL CIRCLE MEMBERSHIP!
J. Cheree Bridal will be launching its 'Bridal Circle'. This affiliation is open to brides-to-be nationwide and membership certainly has its privileges. This social club is for the blushing bride to meet with other blushing brides and share ideas, network, socialize and just enjoy the road to marriage - with less stress! Think of this as your extended bridal party!
More details coming soon. Check back for information about membership requirements. I'm looking forward to it.
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