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Bridal Guide January/February 2020
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WEDDING PLANNING 58 PARTY PLANNER
A pretty greenhouse is the setting for an intimate celebration.
62 BRIDAL INSIDER
A roundup of celebratory drink ideas.
64 ASK DAVID TUTERA
Our guru explains how to visualize and plan your big day.
65 COUNTDOWN CALENDAR 67 2020 TRENDS
The big, big news in reception decor, food, flowers, fun and more. by Elena Donovan Mauer
72 PLANNING NOTEBOOK
NEWS & FEATURES
A seen-it-all wedding pro shares his top tips for reception perfection.
34 WEDDING Q&A
74 GET THE WEDDING YOU WANT
Etiquette questions and answers.
78 IMPRESS FOR LESS 58 98
Cut your wedding costs with this inside intel from top wedding pros. by Elaine Stuart
It’s all about asking your vendors the right questions. by Debra Witt
98 WEDDING ALBUM
A lakeside celebration at a classic lodge in the Adirondack Mountains.
82 BUDGET GURU
How to buy your first home.
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Bridal Guide January/February 2020
YOUR HONEYMOON 112 RESORT ROUNDUP Kiss the sky at these rooftop bars that showcase the views.
114 EDITOR’S TIPS
Specialized concierges make superior service even more superlative.
116 WEDDINGS AWAY
Make your big day a bit more intimate with these favorite “just the two of us” wedding packages. by Carrie Bell
120 TRAVEL INSIDER
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Mexico
Our travel editor explores the rocky— and charming—coastline of Maine.
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Montana
124 TRAVEL SNAPSHOTS
Take a tour of the tony beaches of the South of France. by Jimmy Im
126 SUPERSTAR CABO
We’ve got the download on the newest releases in Mexico’s hottest celebfavored destination. by Carrie Bell
130 BY THE BOOK
Script your own romance (or road story) with these literary itineraries. by Becca Hensley
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144 STAR RESORT
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SHINE BRIGHT Find 25 colorful wedding ideas to spice up your big day at bridalguide.com/idohue SHOWSTOPPING BRIDAL SHOWER One blogger and Influencer shares tips and tricks to throwing the best soirée at bridalguide.com/perfectparty
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Hawaii
LET’S PLAY! Grab your girls and get ready for some laughs with these bridal shower activities that are fun for everyone at bridalguide.com/games
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Scotland
In our Kingdom, we think outside the ballroom. Way outside. Book your destination wedding at Palace Resorts and trust our decades of experience and expert planners with the rest. Your big day will be flawless, down to the tiniest, linen-wrapped detail. What’s more, a wedding at one of our 10 all-inclusive luxury resorts in Mexico or Jamaica is far less expensive than you think. And with up to $1,500 USD in Resort Credit for everyone on the guestlist, it’ll be far more fun. Live the Palace Life. 1-877-725-4933 Weddings.PalaceResorts.com
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Photographed at The Crescent Beach Club in Bayville, N.Y., Long Island’s premier beachfront venue with a private white-sand beach, stately palm trees and scenic views that enhance an island-getaway vibe. Have a ceremony on the white sands followed by a ballroom reception with gourmet dining. Enjoy stunning sunsets and plan an after-party on the beach with s’mores made over fire pits. For more information go to thecrescentbeachclub.com.
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ANTIGUA 116. Sandals Grande Antigua Sophisticated travelers are lured to Dickinson Bay where the famous beach at Sandals Grande Antigua is renowned for its calm, crystal-clear water. 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
ARUBA 117. Divi Aruba All Inclusive Our white sand beach is perfect for your wedding or honeymoon. We offer a variety of wedding packages. Plus, honeymooners receive additional complimentary amenities. diviaruba.com
BAHAMAS 118. Sandals Royal Bahamian in colonial Nassau, and Sandals Emerald Bay in the Exumas, are close to home, yet far from the ordinary. 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
BARBADOS 119. Sandals Barbados where exclusive is always inclusive, is now joined by Sandals Royal Barbados. Stay at one, play at both! 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
BELIZE 120. Victoria House Resort & Spa features 42 rooms, 2 main pools, an elegant restaurant, bar, spa, and dive shop with an ambiance of barefoot elegance. victoria-house.com
CARIBBEAN 121 Palladium Hotels Group The Weddings by Palladium team of experts provides individualized service and a full line of customizable packages in an idyllic setting for your dream destination wedding. PalladiumWeddings.com
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC 122 Be Live Collection Resorts invites you to experience the purest essence of a Caribbean wedding and honeymoon in one of our beautiful settings. belivehotels.com 123. Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa is a chic and modern experience for sophisticated singles, couples and friends. The perfect backdrop for your special event. breathlessresorts.com 124. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana A dream come true for weddings and honeymoons. Anything but predictable, it’s a setting that blends lace and petals with cool and contemporary. hardrockhotelpuntacana.com/weddings 125. Romance by Paradisus and Romance by Melia Paradisus and Melia Resorts provide destination wedding couples with a truly memorable and personalized experience. romanceby paradisus.com and romancebymelia.com 126. Sublime Samana Hotel & Residences Luxurious and intimate resort on the Samana peninsula, where the mountains, palm trees and turquoise waters serve as the perfect backdrop for the most romantic day. sublimesamana.com
GRENADA 127. Sandals Grenada located on the island’s best beach, defies every convention of traditional design to bring you the Sandals of tomorrow, today. 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
JAMAICA 128. Beaches Resorts are the world’s #1 allinclusive family resorts where everything’s included for all guests. Generation Everyone. Also #1 for destination weddings and honeymoons. 1-800-BEACHES. beaches.com 129. Couples Resorts No kids, no singles, and no distractions. Couples Resorts offer an all-inclusive experience made for romance. Gorgeous backdrops set on the beach or on a private island. couples.com 130. Melia Braco Village Nestled on a secluded beach on Jamaica’s north coast, this all-inclusive resort with luxury services features 232 spacious rooms and concierge suites in colonial-style buildings. romancebymelia.com 131. Sandals Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Negril, Sandals South Coast, Sandals Ochi Beach and Sandals Royal Plantation, Jamaica’s only five-star Luxury Included® Resorts. 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
MEXICO 132. Dreams Resorts & Spas Unlimited-Luxury® suites with stunning views, 24-hour room service, mini-bars, daytime activities, nightly entertainment, gourmet dining, and bars serving premium brands. dreamsresorts.com 133. Excellence Resorts Set the stage for unforgettable destination weddings. Choose from three wedding packages so you can say “I do” alongside the Caribbean Sea. excellenceresorts.com 134. Hard Rock Hotels Weddings Choose from elegant and affordable wedding collections from ultra-chic Colin Cowie designs. Available at all four locations. hardrockhotels.com 135. Haven Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa is an exclusive adults-only, all-suite, all-inclusive beachfront resort offering guests a wide range of personal services and luxurious amenities. havenresorts.com 136. LeBlanc Spa Resort Cancun This five-star, AAA Five-Diamond adults-only resort elevates the all-inclusive wedding, exceeding every expectation. palaceresorts.com 137. Now Resorts & Spas Experience UnlimitedLuxury® while playing alongside sparkling seas and sun-drenched beaches, where play and party are just steps from peace and quiet. nowresorts.com 138. Palace Resorts All inclusive beach resorts in Mexico and Jamaica. Dozens of awe-inspiring locations and a selection of ten unique wedding collections. Your once-in-a-lifetime will be one-of-a-kind. 1-877-725-4933. weddings.palaceresorts.com 139. Royalton Luxury Resorts An upscale vacation experience designed for discerning travelers. These next-generation All-In Luxury® resorts feature reservation-free dining, All-In Connectivity™, elegant accommodations, and unlimited attention to detail. royaltonresorts.com
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140. UNICO More than just a beautiful destination, a UNICO 20°87° wedding is a one-of-akind experience filled with personalized details inspired by the warmth of modern Mexico. unicohotelrivieramaya.com 141. Zoetry Wellness & Spa Resorts Experience luxurious accommodations, healthy gourmet cuisine, and the opportunity to participate in cultural, artistic and educational experiences. zoetryresorts.com
PUERTO RICO 142. Rincon Beach Resort Dream about getting married on a secluded Caribbean beach under a canopy of swaying palm trees with tropical breezes and a breathtaking sunset…an unforgettable picturesque backdrop full of passion and romance…at Rincon Beach Resort your dreams will come true. rinconbeach.com
SAINT LUCIA 143. Coconut Bay Beach Resort & Spa Begin your love journey on Saint Lucia. Discover this all-inclusive resort where stress-free wedding packages and picturesque settings combine for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. cbayresort.com 144. Saint Lucia Lauded by the World Travel Awards as the World’s Leading Honeymoon Destination, boasting some of the finest romance settings, and providing a lifetime of cherished memories. stlucia.org 145. Sandals Resorts Stay at one of the Sandals in Saint Lucia and play at all three—Sandals Halcyon Beach, Sandals Grande St. Lucian or Sandals Regency La Toc. 1-800-SANDALS. sandals.com
TURKS & CAICOS 146. The Sands at Grace Bay Sapphire sea, white powder beach and gracious suites. The Sands at Grace Bay is the perfect prelude to the rest of your life. thesandstc.com
USVI 147. The Buccaneer Historic and family owned and operated, this renowned 340-acre estate offers St. Croix’s finest accommodations, three beaches, golf, tennis, spa, pools, superb cuisine, and water sports. thebuccaneer.com
UNITED STATES COLORADO 148. Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau Denver offers the perfect backdrop for a dream wedding. They will help you find the perfect venue, hotels and other services for FREE. visitdenver.com/weddings
FLORIDA 149. The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club Naples is the perfect destination for your tropicalinspired wedding, offering a variety of indoor/ outdoor venues for your ceremony, reception and rehearsal dinner. naplesbeachhotel.com
NORTH CAROLINA 150. North Carolina’s Crystal Coast To find out everything the Crystal Coast has to offer couples seeking a destination wedding and unforgettable honeymoon, visit crystalcoastnc.org.
TENNESSEE 151. Angel’s View Wedding Chapel Beautiful
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153. Fireside Chalets Choose your Pigeon Forge honeymoon cabin. One- to seven-bedroom cabins and chalets. Some feature whirlpool, hot tub, pool table, and mountain views. Gift certificates. 1-877-774-4121. firesidechalets.com
155. Sevierville Convention & Visitors Bureau Enchanting venues, breathtaking Smoky Mountain views, and activities to entertain your whole wedding party. 1-888-738-4378. VisitSevierville.com 156. Smoky Mountain Wedding Association The Great Smoky Mountains is the perfect setting for a romantic wedding. Visit smokymountain weddingassociation.com for all your wedding needs in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville.
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152. Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals Premium honeymoon cabins—with Smoky Mountain or Gatlinburg mountain views, or on the Little Pigeon River—will suit your family’s needs and budget. Some are even pet friendly. PigeonForgeHoneymoon.com
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