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Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Sunday, October 6, 2019
Destination Weddings in the Kootenays - British Columbia - Canada
Is a Destination Wedding right for you? What exactly is a destination
wedding? What should you know before embarking on the adventure of a
destination wedding? What do I need to know to get married in the
Kootenays? These questions and many more are running through your head
as you consider a destination wedding in the Kootenays.
There are many definitions of a destination wedding but a general description is that a destination wedding is any wedding that takes place outside of where the couple resides. A destination wedding in the Kootenays is a chance to travel to a place with breathtaking views, plenty of activities and excellent getaway opportunities for both the couple and the guests. Couples that embark on a destination wedding are looking to do something different and generally are looking to have a smaller guest list than if they were to marry in their own town. Destination weddings in the Kootenays can be less expensive than a traditional wedding in your own town or in an exotic locale and will provide an excellent chance for the bride and groom to spend more that just one afternoon with their guests at a reception hall.
There are many things to consider for a destination wedding that differ from a traditional wedding. Such as, when getting married in BC, you do not need to be a resident to be married in the province however it is required that you apply for a Marriage License within BC and that you are over the age of 19. To apply for a marriage license in BC only one member of the couple needs to apply for the license at one of the designated locations of Marriage License Issuers. You must provide the following information at the time of application for both individuals: Full name - including given names, birth date and birth place, martial status and current address. The marriage license is issued at the time of application and is valid for three months and may not be extended. Couples may choose either a religious or civil ceremony that must be witnessed by two people.
The next thing to consider is how you are going to go about planning your destination wedding in the Kootenays. There are three main options: you may hire a wedding coordinator based in the area; use a coordinator based out of a hotel or bed & breakfast who may help with the wedding planning; or do it yourself. There are many things to consider when you decide to do it yourself or even when using a professional. Some great places to look for information about the area and get you started are: the internet, books, word of mouth, travel guides, tourist information centers or the local Chamber of Commerce.
Tips to having a successful Destination Wedding in the Kootenays:
◘ Do your research – do you want to wed outside or inside, on a beach or in a forest, envision your wedding and then find the spot that will make it come true
◘ Decide on your budget – there will be some extra costs involved in a destination wedding such as possible extra activities for guests or transportation of key elements of the wedding
◘ Choose your timing – check with key family and close friends before finalizing the date
◘ Reserve rooms for your guests – most hotels will give you a cheaper rate for groups and block out a certain number of rooms to be booked by your guests
◘ Plan your scouting trips – try to make at least one trip to your location prior to the wedding
◘ Book your vendors early - to ensure your choice vendors are available and some communities may only have one or two selected vendors such as venues, caterers, entertainment, florists, photographers and videographers.
◘ Be sure to send save-the-dates before your invitations – your guests need to start making travel arrangements as early as possible
◘ Organize other weekend events – this allows guests to enjoy the area and can provide great opportunities for the couple to make lasting memories with their guests
◘ Send out information packets to your guests – can be done by email with information on weekend activities, other activities in the area, transportation options and a general wedding timeline
It is best to arrive to your location at least 2 to 3 days before the wedding in order to make sure you have time to meet with vendors, have a rehearsal, do a trial run of your hair and makeup and any other last minute details. Some last minute tips to do before you leave home is to double check reservations, ensure you have everything in writing and ensure you have made arrangements as to who will be assisting you on the day of and before your wedding.
Enjoy the process of planning your destination wedding; this will be an amazing weekend of memories that will last you a lifetime. Remember to relax and enjoy the planning process, your wedding and the Kootenays.
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There are many definitions of a destination wedding but a general description is that a destination wedding is any wedding that takes place outside of where the couple resides. A destination wedding in the Kootenays is a chance to travel to a place with breathtaking views, plenty of activities and excellent getaway opportunities for both the couple and the guests. Couples that embark on a destination wedding are looking to do something different and generally are looking to have a smaller guest list than if they were to marry in their own town. Destination weddings in the Kootenays can be less expensive than a traditional wedding in your own town or in an exotic locale and will provide an excellent chance for the bride and groom to spend more that just one afternoon with their guests at a reception hall.
There are many things to consider for a destination wedding that differ from a traditional wedding. Such as, when getting married in BC, you do not need to be a resident to be married in the province however it is required that you apply for a Marriage License within BC and that you are over the age of 19. To apply for a marriage license in BC only one member of the couple needs to apply for the license at one of the designated locations of Marriage License Issuers. You must provide the following information at the time of application for both individuals: Full name - including given names, birth date and birth place, martial status and current address. The marriage license is issued at the time of application and is valid for three months and may not be extended. Couples may choose either a religious or civil ceremony that must be witnessed by two people.
The next thing to consider is how you are going to go about planning your destination wedding in the Kootenays. There are three main options: you may hire a wedding coordinator based in the area; use a coordinator based out of a hotel or bed & breakfast who may help with the wedding planning; or do it yourself. There are many things to consider when you decide to do it yourself or even when using a professional. Some great places to look for information about the area and get you started are: the internet, books, word of mouth, travel guides, tourist information centers or the local Chamber of Commerce.
Tips to having a successful Destination Wedding in the Kootenays:
◘ Do your research – do you want to wed outside or inside, on a beach or in a forest, envision your wedding and then find the spot that will make it come true
◘ Decide on your budget – there will be some extra costs involved in a destination wedding such as possible extra activities for guests or transportation of key elements of the wedding
◘ Choose your timing – check with key family and close friends before finalizing the date
◘ Reserve rooms for your guests – most hotels will give you a cheaper rate for groups and block out a certain number of rooms to be booked by your guests
◘ Plan your scouting trips – try to make at least one trip to your location prior to the wedding
◘ Book your vendors early - to ensure your choice vendors are available and some communities may only have one or two selected vendors such as venues, caterers, entertainment, florists, photographers and videographers.
◘ Be sure to send save-the-dates before your invitations – your guests need to start making travel arrangements as early as possible
◘ Organize other weekend events – this allows guests to enjoy the area and can provide great opportunities for the couple to make lasting memories with their guests
◘ Send out information packets to your guests – can be done by email with information on weekend activities, other activities in the area, transportation options and a general wedding timeline
It is best to arrive to your location at least 2 to 3 days before the wedding in order to make sure you have time to meet with vendors, have a rehearsal, do a trial run of your hair and makeup and any other last minute details. Some last minute tips to do before you leave home is to double check reservations, ensure you have everything in writing and ensure you have made arrangements as to who will be assisting you on the day of and before your wedding.
Enjoy the process of planning your destination wedding; this will be an amazing weekend of memories that will last you a lifetime. Remember to relax and enjoy the planning process, your wedding and the Kootenays.
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Friday, October 4, 2019
Choosing the ceremony location
You're engaged! You've thought of a date. Now you begin coordinating
that date with your search for the perfect venue for your wedding
ceremony. Before you settle on a place, take time to insure that you
have your priorities in line. While this is the occasion for the
biggest party you may ever give, that should not be the prime target.
Your wedding ceremony is a symbol of a huge decision and commitment that
you and your fiance' have made to each other. Where your will be
married needs to be your first critical decision.
If you're both of the same faith and attend a church or synagogoue on a regular basis, your decision is easy. If you're living in a different area and away from your family church, you will need to look for potential locations. Many churches and synagogues will only marry "parishioners" or "regular attendees", so if a religious location is important to you both, make that site search a top priority.
If you choose a non-religious location for your wedding ceremony, there are several interesting options to consider. Most cities have wonderful old landmark homes that are available as ceremony sites or event venues. Public gathering spaces in historical buildings, museums and art galleries have all been used for memorable ceremonies, too.
Whether you want to be married at home, in your yard, at the beach or in the mountains, you can create a beautiful setting for this important day.
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If you're both of the same faith and attend a church or synagogoue on a regular basis, your decision is easy. If you're living in a different area and away from your family church, you will need to look for potential locations. Many churches and synagogues will only marry "parishioners" or "regular attendees", so if a religious location is important to you both, make that site search a top priority.
If you choose a non-religious location for your wedding ceremony, there are several interesting options to consider. Most cities have wonderful old landmark homes that are available as ceremony sites or event venues. Public gathering spaces in historical buildings, museums and art galleries have all been used for memorable ceremonies, too.
Whether you want to be married at home, in your yard, at the beach or in the mountains, you can create a beautiful setting for this important day.
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Powerful Elegance
Witness the synchronization of these unique and dynamic CHAUVET DJ event lighting fixtures, each sold as complete 4-pack systems, as they work together to create the epitome of powerful lighting elegance. Enrich events. Leave guests in awe.
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Thursday, October 3, 2019
Wedding Planner “101”
Don’t believe the myth that a wedding planner is a “luxury” because
hiring a wedding planner can definitely help you save money in the
long-run. With today’s hectic lifestyle, many couples do not have the
time for the detailed planning and work a beautiful wedding requires.
Planning a wedding takes an incredible amount of time and it can be
difficult for couples to plan it on their own. Having a professional
wedding planner is like having a personal assistant working with you to
handle the details that you may not have time to deal with on a daily or
even weekly basis.
Well-known and respected wedding planners have connections that the average bride does not and they know the best-kept secrets for ceremony locations and reception sites, caterers, bands, florists, photographers and everything you will need for your celebration. They have professional relationships with vendors and will use these contacts to save you time and money by ensuring that you receive only the best from all of your wedding vendors. It is their job to listen to your dreams and make them a reality so that you can relax and enjoy your engagement. They help you realize what your priorities are and if you are a big dreamer, they can help you stay on track in terms of your budget. Your bridal consultant’s ideas and expertise will help you get everything you desire and more.
On your wedding day, your bridal consultant will act as your director and handle all of the details so that you can enjoy your friends and family. It is the attention to detail that your wedding planner will bring to make your wedding day memorable for you and your guests. They will take the wedding of your dreams and make it even better….so let them.
Why have just an ordinary wedding? A wedding planner is a must! Not only do they make the planning of your wedding easy and fun, but they make the actual day stress free as well so you can devote your time where it’s needed the most….loving your new husband or wife and having the time of your life!
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Well-known and respected wedding planners have connections that the average bride does not and they know the best-kept secrets for ceremony locations and reception sites, caterers, bands, florists, photographers and everything you will need for your celebration. They have professional relationships with vendors and will use these contacts to save you time and money by ensuring that you receive only the best from all of your wedding vendors. It is their job to listen to your dreams and make them a reality so that you can relax and enjoy your engagement. They help you realize what your priorities are and if you are a big dreamer, they can help you stay on track in terms of your budget. Your bridal consultant’s ideas and expertise will help you get everything you desire and more.
On your wedding day, your bridal consultant will act as your director and handle all of the details so that you can enjoy your friends and family. It is the attention to detail that your wedding planner will bring to make your wedding day memorable for you and your guests. They will take the wedding of your dreams and make it even better….so let them.
Why have just an ordinary wedding? A wedding planner is a must! Not only do they make the planning of your wedding easy and fun, but they make the actual day stress free as well so you can devote your time where it’s needed the most….loving your new husband or wife and having the time of your life!
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Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Bands that rock EZLink
CHAUVET DJ ’s collection of battery-powered Bluetooth® wireless technology lighting is an easy gig changer. Experience warm and punchy color mixing with quad-color (RGBA) LEDs. Bands can focus on the music with app-based lighting control from BTAir
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Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Wedding Countdown
A wedding is a complex event to arrange. Here is some advice to help you stay organized.
Before a final date for the wedding can be set you must decide what sort of ceremony you would like and then check with the church, minister or register’s office for availability.
Booking a Reception
Spring and fall weddings are very popular and should be arranged well in advance. Many reception sites and caterers do not like to have more than one wedding on a day. Contact several locations for availability and estimates. Perhaps try a meal or schedule a tasting with various caterers to get an idea of what to expect. Caterers will provide sample menus and a list of beverages they will be able to supply. Obtain estimates and as soon as you have decided, make a firm booking.
Planning the Wedding
Organizing a wedding can be quite stressful on all those involved as everyone has strong opinions on every detail. Following is a checklist; alternatively, you may deicide to hire a bridal consultant if your reception site does not provide planning services. They can be very helpful with organizing the details, acting as a mediator throughout the planning process and making sure that everything runs smoothly on the day itself.
Soon After the Engagement
➢ See the minister to arrange the ceremony date and time.
➢ Select the reception site and caterer for the reception.
➢ Make a guest list and work on a budget.
➢ Book a photographer, videographer, musicians and rentals.
➢ Organize the cake or cakes if the hotel or caterer is not providing them.
➢ Choose your bridesmaids, best man and ushers.
➢ Take some dance lessons.
➢ Organize all your wedding attire.
➢ Decide on clothes for your attendants.
➢ Consult with and book a florist.
Three Months Before
➢ Register with a bridal gift registry.
➢ Consult with the minister and organize the details of the service.
➢ Finalize the guest list.
➢ Order invitations, personal stationary and extras for the reception (matches or napkins).
➢ Choose your wedding rings.
➢ Develop an agenda for the big day. Include activities for out of town guests including winery tours, golfing and horseback riding.
➢ Organize transportation to the ceremony and reception for you and your guests.
➢ Organize the honeymoon.
➢ Organize the rehearsal and dinner.
Two Months Before
➢ Select attendant’s gifts. Personalized gifts are always nice.
➢ Apply for the marriage license.
➢ Book hair and make-up appointments.
➢ Send out invitations and make a list of acceptances and refusals as they come in.
One Month Before
➢ Check that your fiancé has chosen ushers and has organized the rings, his clothes, the rehearsal dinner and the honeymoon.
➢ Have a trial run at the hairdressers.
➢ Confirm arrangements with the florist, photographer, caterer, musicians, etc.
➢ Arrange for overnight accommodations for out-of-town guests.
➢ Have a night out with your girl friends.
Two Weeks Before
➢ Give the final number of guests to the caterer.
➢ Have a final fitting of your gown and try on everything together, including your shoes and underwear.
➢ Give a luncheon for your attendants.
One Week Before
➢ Finalize all the arrangements: church or register office, cake, caterer, florist, photographer, musicians, rentals, honeymoon, rehearsal and dinner.
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Before a final date for the wedding can be set you must decide what sort of ceremony you would like and then check with the church, minister or register’s office for availability.
Booking a Reception
Spring and fall weddings are very popular and should be arranged well in advance. Many reception sites and caterers do not like to have more than one wedding on a day. Contact several locations for availability and estimates. Perhaps try a meal or schedule a tasting with various caterers to get an idea of what to expect. Caterers will provide sample menus and a list of beverages they will be able to supply. Obtain estimates and as soon as you have decided, make a firm booking.
Planning the Wedding
Organizing a wedding can be quite stressful on all those involved as everyone has strong opinions on every detail. Following is a checklist; alternatively, you may deicide to hire a bridal consultant if your reception site does not provide planning services. They can be very helpful with organizing the details, acting as a mediator throughout the planning process and making sure that everything runs smoothly on the day itself.
Soon After the Engagement
➢ See the minister to arrange the ceremony date and time.
➢ Select the reception site and caterer for the reception.
➢ Make a guest list and work on a budget.
➢ Book a photographer, videographer, musicians and rentals.
➢ Organize the cake or cakes if the hotel or caterer is not providing them.
➢ Choose your bridesmaids, best man and ushers.
➢ Take some dance lessons.
➢ Organize all your wedding attire.
➢ Decide on clothes for your attendants.
➢ Consult with and book a florist.
Three Months Before
➢ Register with a bridal gift registry.
➢ Consult with the minister and organize the details of the service.
➢ Finalize the guest list.
➢ Order invitations, personal stationary and extras for the reception (matches or napkins).
➢ Choose your wedding rings.
➢ Develop an agenda for the big day. Include activities for out of town guests including winery tours, golfing and horseback riding.
➢ Organize transportation to the ceremony and reception for you and your guests.
➢ Organize the honeymoon.
➢ Organize the rehearsal and dinner.
Two Months Before
➢ Select attendant’s gifts. Personalized gifts are always nice.
➢ Apply for the marriage license.
➢ Book hair and make-up appointments.
➢ Send out invitations and make a list of acceptances and refusals as they come in.
One Month Before
➢ Check that your fiancé has chosen ushers and has organized the rings, his clothes, the rehearsal dinner and the honeymoon.
➢ Have a trial run at the hairdressers.
➢ Confirm arrangements with the florist, photographer, caterer, musicians, etc.
➢ Arrange for overnight accommodations for out-of-town guests.
➢ Have a night out with your girl friends.
Two Weeks Before
➢ Give the final number of guests to the caterer.
➢ Have a final fitting of your gown and try on everything together, including your shoes and underwear.
➢ Give a luncheon for your attendants.
One Week Before
➢ Finalize all the arrangements: church or register office, cake, caterer, florist, photographer, musicians, rentals, honeymoon, rehearsal and dinner.
https://omega-design-events-nite-mix-entertainment.business.site/
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