Destination Wedding / Reception question

We plan on marrying in the Virgin Islands and then having a nice reception here at home, since we don't expect everyone to make it on our trip. I wanted something more inexpensive, but not cheap, if that makes any sense. Do you have any good ideas? We thought of renting a reception hall, but.... [Read more]

Bride wants to set up the reception venue

I am planning my entire wedding almost completely by myself because I am such a perfectionist. Everything is going great but I'm wondering how the day of the wedding will go since I know most of the details for decorating. My ceremony and reception are at the same outdoor location (ceremony in a.... [Read more]

Recognizing Helpful Guest/Reception Venue Employee

One of my guests happens to work in the catering department at the hotel where my wedding and reception will be. As I work on arrangements, I've noticed some wonderful extras she has arranged to have added to my package coutesy of the hotel. I would like to recognize and thank her. Is a toast or.... [Read more]

Halloween reception after destination wedding

My fiance and I were originally planning to have a costume wedding on the weekend before Halloween. We then decided to go to Jamaica to be married, and the date is set for the 31st. None of our family or friends are going with us. We are planning to have a small informal reception at our home.... [Read more]

Restaurant reception etiquette

We will be having an informal wedding in Tahoe and will be going to a restaurant afterwards for dinner and drinks. Me and my fiance are unsure if we should pay for the food or does everybody pay for their own being that because of the far away location and informal theme we would not be expecting.... [Read more]