Special Sections - Peninsula Weddings 2019

PENINSULA

Weddings An advertising supplement produced by Peninsula Daily News and Sequim Gazette

WEDDING SHOW Annual expo slated for Jan. 27 in Port Angeles

ADVICE

Recent newlyweds share tips for the special day

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Destination ceremonies are a popular choice for 2019

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PENINSULA WEDDINGS

CONTENTS Save the date for the Olympic Peninsula Wedding Expo

JANUARY 2019

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Don’t forget the marriage license before you wed

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Save the date for Peninsula expo submitted by LINDSAY FOX Couples planning on a 2019/2020 wedding are encouraged save the date for the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual Olympic Peninsula Wedding Expo, slated for Sunday, Jan. 27, in Port Angeles, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Planning your wedding should be exciting and enjoyable. The Olympic Peninsula Wedding Expo was created to provide couples, along with their friends and families, with information about local vendors and to provide great tools to make the planning process easier.

Come to the show to meet, discuss and plan your big day with all of the best local wedding professionals.

The expo will take place at the Vern Burton Community Center, 308 E. Fourth St., with a number of new vendors in attendance.

According to experts, wedding spending has reached an all-time high.

More than ever, couples are looking to make their special day both unique and individualized.

That trend also has found its way to the Olympic Peninsula.

Over the past few years, expo officials have noticed a growth in the wedding industry on the Peninsula with many more local businesses cropping up and offering a variety of wedding-related services.

Also, after working with many soon-to-be married couples, they have come to realize there is a local disconnect; the bride, groom and their families don’t often know what services and vendors are available in the area.

They are constantly receiving inquiries and calls asking for contacts for venues, caterers, DJs, florists, photographers, designers, makeup artists and more.

The growing need for event services has encouraged more vendors to participate.

Officials have lined up an array of Olympic Peninsula wedding professionals, from venue owners and dress designers to florists, photographers, caterers, DJs and everything in between.

They are excited to offer a more interactive experience, with beautiful design showcases and more features to delight and engage guests.

Tickets ($5) include entry into raffles for door prizes, gift bags for brides, a complimentary glass of sparkling

OLYMPIC PENINSULA WEDDING EXPO LOCATION: VERN BURTON COMMUNITY CENTER, 308 E. FOURTH ST., PORT ANGELES DATE: SUNDAY, JAN. 27 TIME: 11 AM TO 4 PM ENTRY FEE: $5 (children are free) wine and food tastings, plus a chance to win more than $500 in wedding-inspired goods and services.

Door prizes will be drawn throughout the afternoon, and participants do not need to be present to win.

For vendor booth information, contact Lindsay Fox, expo director, at 360-461-6092 or events@portangeles.org.

Lindsay Fox is the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce’s events manager.

Get the most out of bridal shows, wedding events Bridal shows can be a great way for couples to meet and familiarize themselves with local wedding professionals, all the while introducing themselves to the terminology of wedding planning.

Though they’re a great source of information, contacts and samples, bridal shows also can be a bit overwhelming. Learning how to maximize time spent at shows can help couples plan their weddings as efficiently as possible.

• Come prepared. Chances are each vendor is going to ask couples for information so they can follow up with a phone call or email with more detailed offerings and estimates. Couples attending the show can expedite the process by coming equipped with labels that feature their names, contact information and wedding date.They can then stick the labels on sign-in sheets or use them like business cards.

• Dress comfortably. Bridal expos involve a lot of walking and roaming around. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Consider a backpack or hands-free bag so you are not weighed down when collecting the swag and other handouts throughout the day.

• Ask questions. When face-to-face with vendors, rely on their expertise, but don’t hesitate to ask questions concerning themes, colors, honeymoon location recommendations, paper/invitation suggestions, etc.

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Our venue also offers a 100-foot-long commercial tent with heat and lights, as well as sides that can be rolled up in summer months to give a more “outdoorsy” feel. We offer a second 20’x30’ wedding tent for additional seating or space for a caterer or food.

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Located behind the main barn, we offer a large gravel parking area and handicapped-accessible drop-off.

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Couples: Don’t forget the license

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NEWS GROUP

Couples planning on getting married in Washington must obtain a marriage license at the county level.

There is a three-day waiting period before the wedding can take place, and the license is valid for 60 days beginning on the third day after application.

In Clallam County, marriage licenses are available at the county Auditor’s Office, 223 E. Fourth St. in Port Angeles.

Both parties must be present, and no appointment is necessary.

Current picture ID is required.

There are no blood tests, witnesses or birth or divorce certificates required to apply for a marriage license.

Applicants do not have to be residents of the state to obtain a marriage license.

The license is only valid for weddings that are performed within the state.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Applicants 17 years of age must have their parent or legal guardian sign a release form.

Applicants 16 years of age or younger must obtain a court

order from the Superior Court.

There is a $60 fee for marriage licenses due at the time of application. Cash, money orders or checks are accepted at this time.

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In Jefferson County, an online application for a marriage license to be filled out by both parties

together at 1820 Jefferson St. and provide valid identification to obtain the marriage license, plus pay a $42 fee by cash or check.

The Auditor’s Office issues marriage licenses from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

For more information on marriage licensing in Jefferson County, phone 360-385-9115.

If one or both parties cannot make it into either the Clallam or Jefferson auditors’ offices to complete paperwork, an “Application For Marriage License By Mail” must be completed and signed in front of a notary public.

Links to the printable application form can be found on either county’s website.

The license is only valid for weddings that are performed within Washington.

All marriage records are a matter of public record. The one exception to this is for those enrolled in the state’s Address Confidentiality Program. Once a license has been recorded, it cannot be “unrecorded.”

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Get schooled on terminology C

ouples about to embark on their wedding journeys will likely learn a thing or two about party planning once their engagements are over and they are newly married.

Wedding planning can seem overwhelming and a tad confusing at times, but a crash course in wedding terminology can help couples make more informed choices along the way.

• BLUSHER: A short, single-layer veil that covers the bride’s face before the ceremony.

• CANAPÉS: Bite-sized appetizers served during the cocktail hour of a reception.

• CIVIL CEREMONY: A marriage ceremony conducted by a council official or justice of the peace at a municipal location rather than in a house of worship.

• CORKAGE FEE: A fee some establishments charge to allow guests to bring their own wine.

• DAIS: A podium or platform raised from the floor where the bride and groom are seated.

• DRAGÉES: Round, small edible balls of sugar that appear on wedding cakes.

• ESCORT (SEATING) CARDS: Printed cards that direct reception guests to their seats.

• HANDLE WRAP: Ribbon or fabric that wraps around the stems of a bouquet the bride and wedding party carries.

• MAID/MATRON OF HONOR: The title given to the woman who assists the bride and stands closest to her at the altar. “Maids” are those who are unmarried, while “matrons” are women who are.

• MASTER OF CEREMONIES: An individual who will work with the DJ or band to announce the various components of the wedding reception.

• NOSEGAY: A small bouquet or flower arrangement typically given to the mothers of the bride and groom before the ceremony.

• PROCESSIONAL/RECESSIONAL: Musical pieces that mark the entrance and exit from the wedding ceremony.

• RECEIVING LINE: A line of the key people in the wedding who welcome and greet guests.

• TABLESCAPE: A word that describes the multiple components of centerpiece designs.

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A family affair to remember After reigniting a spark, the Lotzgesells of Sequim find love all over again at their wedding on the family farm story by PENINSULA DAILY NEWS

photos by TIM O’NEILL, JIM HAGEN & ROY KROPP

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hey could never quite get the timing right in their earlier years of knowing each other. But for Allison Lippert and Garrett Lotzgesell, the stars finally aligned at just the right moment, and they will be happily married for a year come July 14.

The newly-married Lotzgesells of Sequim went to Sequim High School together, and back then there was a connection.

“There was always a spark between us, but the timing was never right,” Allison said in an email interview with Peninsula Daily News.

“Then Garrett went to the U.S. Air Force, and I worked on a cruise ship. We both went out and lived our lives and found out who we were.

“We always had updates on each other because I knew his parents and grandparents well.

“I think it was always meant to be! In 2016, Garrett moved home and we ran into each other. At the moment, there was a spark. Three months later, we went on our

first date, and the rest is our love story.”

Things developed very quickly between Garrett and Allison.

“Once we started dating, we became inseparable. We did everything together,” she said.

The two frequently attended bonfires at the Lotzgesell family farm, getting to know each other after spending several years apart. To say these two were falling for each other is an understatement.

“One night, a few months after we started dating, it was all apparent. There was a moment around the fire that seemed like time slowed down for a minute. We looked at each other and smiled, and we knew (that) some day we would get married. We were each other’s forever,” Allison said.

“That was the first time he told me he loved me!”

On June 8, 2017, Garrett proposed to Allison at the Del Dotto Vineyards in St. Helena, Calif.

They were married at the Lotzgesell family farm in

Sequim on July 14, 2018.

The day of their wedding was a hot one (the high was in the low 80s) but according to Allison, their wedding day was “literally perfect.”

“Love was truly in the air! The weather was gorgeous.

I’ve been a part of so many weddings, good and bad, and I can actually say ours was amazing!

“There were no hiccups, everyone dance, laughed and cried. It was the perfect wedding.”

The Lotzgesells were surrounded by about 120 of their closest family and friends, and there was an abundance of happiness enveloping the day.

“Our wedding was very special to us,” Allison said.

“We got to get married on the family farm that has been in the Lotzgesell name since the 1800s.

“With the recent loss of Garrett’s grandma, Margaret Lotzgesell, the family had to sell the farm. We felt extremely honored to be able to celebrate on the last weekend it was owned by a Lotzgesell.

Peninsula Weddings “The farm is very dear to our hearts, as we had many adventures there.

“We’ll forever cherish the memories.”

One unexpected gift on their special day was handled by Allison’s mother, Barbara Lippert.

In high school, Allison said, they had a German exchange student named Annie.

Over the last 14 years, Allison and Annie stayed in touch.

“I would consider her the sister I never had,” Allison said.

“My mom surprised me the Wednesday before our wedding with Annie. It brought me to tears. By far the best surprise guest of our wedding.”

For their honeymoon, Allison and Garrett went to Bali, Indonesia, after the wedding.

“It was such an amazing experience.

We love adventure and history but also the relaxing beach time, and it was the perfect combination,” Allison said.

After the honeymoon, Allison and Garrett have been planning the next steps in their lives together.

“Next for us would probably be traveling, enjoying new adventures and building a family,” Allison said.

“We live in our home together that I built in 2016, and (we) are both doing amazing career-wise.

“We’re just very happy being with each other.”

Allison (Lippert) Lotzgesell is the daughter of Michael and Barbara Lippert.

Garrett Lotzegell is the son of David and Teresa Lotzgesell.

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More details CATERER: Lora’s Le Garmache Catering FLORIST: Flowers on a Moonbeam DJ: Owen Blake (DJ OB1) PHOTOGRAPHERS: Tim O’Neill, Jim Hagen and Roy Kropp CAKE: Candace Priest GROOM/GROOMSMEN ATTIRE: Men’s Warehouse BRIDE’S DRESS: Purchased from David’s Bridal; altered by Black Diamond Bridal BRIDE’S VEIL: Custom by Black Diamond Bridal BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Benita’s Bridal Formal & Tuxedo RINGS: Cole’s Jewelers (Engagement ring was Allison’s grandmother’s ring.)

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Clockwise from top: The bride and her bridesmaids get ready for the big day; Allison and Garrett were married at the Lotzgesell family farm in Sequim; a simple-butelegant wedding cake waits to be cut; Allison and Garrett stop for a kiss in front of a vintage car at the farm.

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first dance song at the wedding reception often sets the tone for the upcoming festivities and can exemplify just how newlyweds feel about each other.

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Spotify, a popular streaming music service, has compiled a list of the most popular wedding songs for 2018, based on global respondents.

Their top pick was “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran, a song that many might suspect was composed with wedding dances in mind.

Sheeran’s “Thinking Out Loud,” Etta James’“At Last,” John Legend’s “All of Me” and Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” filled out the remaining top five spots on Spotify’s list.

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Make healthy habits a part of prep

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and Human Services recommends getting at least 150 minAfter the big question is utes of moderate aerobic activity popped and loving partners or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic decide to spend their lives activity each week. together as a married couple, a Strength-training exercises whirlwind of activity will ensue. performed at least twice a week Although wedding planning is complete a well-balanced exercise exciting, some couples may feel regimen. overwhelmed with all the deci• Slow down and relax. sions that need to be made before Those who go full-throttle with they can tie the knot. all of their responsibilities — In this state of increased pres- including wedding planning — sure, stress may build and health may burn out. could falter.

Stress can weaken the According to a Cornell Univer- immune system and make people sity study, more than 70 percent vulnerable to illness. of brides-to-be have weight loss Schedule some time for date on the brain, but shedding nights with your fiancé, and don’t pounds shouldn’t be the only overlook the benefits of hanging health factor to consider. out with friends and getting Here are some easy ways to away from wedding planning for stay mentally and physically fit in a bit. advance of a happy wedding day.

• Eat body-boosting foods.

• Get daily exercise. ExerThe foods we eat can impact cise is important for maintaining everything from energy levels to a healthy body weight and keep- skin radiance. ing stress levels in check.

Foods such as berries, sweet Exercise also can boost mood. potatoes, broccoli, greens, green The Department of Health tea and dark chocolate all con-

Couples can exercise together to maintain physical and mental well-being as they count down to their wedding day. tain antioxidants that boost the immune system, states The

Food Network.

Avoid drastic diets that can do

more harm than good.

Simply cutting 500 calories a day can help the average person lose a pound per week if weight loss is a goal.

Simple ways to trim calories are to choose skim milk over whole milk (or try nut milk) and choose low-calorie snacks.

• Cut down on alcohol consumption. Toasting to the future with a glass of wine may become rote in the months leading up to the wedding, but alcohol is a diuretic and a source of liquid calories.

Alcoholic beverages dehydrate the body and cause it to hold onto water.

When imbibing, stick to lowcalorie cocktails like a vodka spritzer (60 to 80 calories) instead of a calorie-laden frozen margarita (300 calories).

Feeling and looking one’s best starts long before the wedding day.

By making health a priority, couples can start their new lives together on healthy footing.

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Be true to yourselves as a couple. Don’t plan a wedding based on others’ expectations of what your day should be like, but instead focus on the aspects that are important to your relationship and celebrate those unique pieces. A second piece of advice: Spreadsheets!

Using shared spreadsheet documents made the coordinated planning between me and my husband so organized and efficient. We both were actively involved in the planning, which was a lot of fun to do together.

Our wedding was the first time our parents met. My favorite part of the day was watching all of these important people in our lives meet each other and come together to celebrate our marriage, to support us in this new adventure and to explore the beautiful corner of the world that we call home.”

Angela Rowe and Iain McConnell of Seattle MEGAN MONTALVO Married at Olympic View Cabins in Port Angeles

Newlyweds “ offer advice for big day

Know your local resources! Use the local resources we have here on the Peninsula. They are all amazing at customizing to your needs/style.

My favorite part was getting pampered by my friends, having my friends all be local professional vendors for my wedding needs and, lastly, the flowers.

They were stunning!

Maggie Parks and Daniel Boyd of Sequim Married at the Dungeness River in Sequim ISAAC GAUTSCHI

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Don’t take yourself or the day too seriously. Soak it up (because) it goes so fast. Spend the money on a photographer! You’ll have the pictures forever, and things you never saw happen will pop up in some great pictures.

My favorite part was the reception. Watching our families and friends there to support, celebrating and enjoying themselves made me so happy. They were all there to wish us well in our future. I felt overwhelmed with gratitude. Not to mention the beautiful location in Forks!

His favorite part was the escape to take pictures. Our fantastic photographer (Stephanie Gray) whisked us away to take pictures at the Rialto Beach. We were able to spend alone time together on our special day.”

Kaylee and Kyler McCaslin of Port Angeles STEPHANIE GRAY Married at Fern Acres in Forks

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If you’re planning your big day for this coming spring, summer or fall, you know you and your significant other have a lot of work ahead.

While budgeting out for florists, venues, caterers and everything else your big day will entail, three newlyweds have some advice for you to keep in mind during all the busy preparations — and they share their favorite moments from their big days!

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Handling rain on your wedding day

by PENINSULA DAILY NEWS

“If you do happen to get caught in the rain, blot to dry; never wipe off. You might & METROCREATIVE have to reapply but you won’t undo it all by blotting.”

Brides and grooms fear the prospects of • Know vendors’ rain policies. rainy wedding days.

Some live musicians will not play in But even couples who have condamp weather. tended with everything from a few Florists might need to make accommodrops to an all-out deluge on their weddations for arrangements blowing in the ding days look back fondly on the cerewind. monies and receptions.

Couples need to understand what In fact, how couples handle any precipthey’re responsible for and what may be itation can affect how happy the festivities covered if a weather event occurs. may be.

Wedding insurance might help cover • Have a rainy day game plan. the costs of nonrefundable cancellations.

Rain affects outdoor weddings more • Move past it quickly. than any other type of ceremony or recepIt is OK to get upset if the weather tion. If the goal is to exchange vows outturns for the worse. But don’t dwell on it. doors, work with the venue to make this Guests will sense negative energy, and possible with a tent or gazebo. couples should set the tone of sticking it “Weather doesn’t matter at FoxBell,” through despite a little adversity, which said Martha Vaughan, owner of Fox-Bell can be a good lesson for the marriage as Weddings and Events in Sequim. well.

“We literally have you covered any • Embrace the rain. which way you like. Our 3,500-square-foot While a couple probably won’t wish for BELLY OF THE WHALE PHOTOGRAPHY wedding barn is heated and insulated for rain, there are some benefits to overcast FoxBell Weddings & Celebrations in Sequim offer a heated wedding tent in case the weather all year use. The expansive wedding tent skies, say the wedding professionals at turns on your special day. is heated; you can have your wedding in it Brides magazine. anytime of year and head into the wedwhich tend to be larger than the average Flowers are less likely to wilt in rainy posed looks should some drops begin to fall. ding barn for the reception. umbrella, and keep them stationed in decconditions.

“Waterproof mascara and eyeliner are “Of course, we have a great lawn, arch- orated stands to ease transitions between a must on any wedding day rain or shine,” In the absence of bright sunlight, outway and/or a gazebo to use if you prefer wedding sites and keep everyone as dry as said Leannda Coates-Shearer, owner of door photographs can really pop. an outdoor wedding.” possible.

Rain is romantic and might compel iilya violet in Port Angeles.

However, if the weather is especially • Wear waterproof cosmetics. couples and their guests to cuddle close.

“Primers (face, lip and eye) are also foul and windy, move it indoors.

Women in the bridal party, including Don’t let rain on a wedding day become super helpful in making your look last • Invest in golf umbrellas. the bride, can ask their makeup artists to throughout the day. If you want an all-day a drag.

Couples who live in notoriously damp use durable, waterproof products.

With preparation and perspective, couweatherproof lip color, go for a liquid climates can purchase golf umbrellas, This can help salvage beautifully comples can handle rainy wedding days. matte.

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Destination weddings & ceremonies

by KIM REYNOLDS Dreaming of a destination wedding?

You’re not alone.

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences are one of the hottest trends today.

Destination events are a unique way to express your love for one another while combining a reunion for family and friends, romantic travel and your big event all in one.

Topping the hottest trends are destination weddings.

Ranging from the beaches of Florida, Mexico and the Caribbean to well-known gardens and parks, rooftops, Italian villas, Irish castles, French wineries and even chilly glaciers, all are options for a memorable event.

All-inclusive resorts offer great value-added experiences, especially if your dream is to get married or hold a symbolic ceremony shoreside on a white sandy beach at sunset.

A resort’s on-site wedding team will work closely with you to coordinate your special day and offer packages ranging from simple to full-blown, day-of bundles that include spa luxuries and hair and makeup services.

Not sure about the location?

Test drive the resort.

Some all-inclusive resort chains offer couples the opportu-

prices do not include license and regulatory fees, accommodations or travel.

A popular option for those seeking to wed on the high seas is a day-of-embarkation ceremony.

Couples invite sailing and nonsailing guests to the ceremony during embarkation day prior to sailing.

Those not sailing disembark prior to sailing.

This is perfect for those who want to include local friends and family but not necessarily invite them along on the honeymoon.

Contrary to popular belief, not all captains can legally marry you at sea.

Each ship’s registry and itinerary will dictate when and where a ceremony is legal.

It is important to research photo submitted by Kim Reynolds of Cruise Planners which ship and which routes starting around $995 up to nity to visit the resort of their offer at-sea ceremonies perselection of ceremony packages $20,000, depending on your perchoice for three nights at a formed by the captain by checkfrom $1,950 to $5,600 for up to reduced rate. sonal budget and destination ing each cruise line’s website or 50 guests.

While there, the couple will location. working with a dedicated destiCelebrity Cruises’ Nautical have access to an on-site wedding Dreaming of a wedding at Nuptials at Sea begins at $2,950 nation wedding service.

Most weddings at sea are perplanner, tour the resort, select a sea? plus $750 for licenses and goes formed at one of the cruise destivenue, choose the décor and flowYou are not alone. up from there.

Almost all major cruise lines ers and even taste cakes.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Wed- nations or on-board during a port day by an officiant or the captain. have made it easier to realize If you do decide to say “I do” dings at Sea packages start at This can be a great option if this dream by offering set wedand bring your friends or family, $2,199. the resort will give you a credit to ding packages that range from If you are a kid a heart, check getting married in Italy during a use toward your dream wedding. small, intimate ceremonies to out Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings stop on a Mediterranean cruise is Like traditional weddings, larger, more lavish events, limceremonies, which start at $3,000. your dream, but not so great if the weather becomes an issue or prices can range from complete ited only by your budget.

Regardless of which cruise there are itinerary changes. wedding ceremony packages Royal Caribbean offers a line you select, keep in mind

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Wherever you go, it is important to research the marriage guidelines and legalities for your ceremony at your destination.

Some destinations require local marriage licenses, blood work and forms requiring you to arrive a few days before your ceremony.

Keep in mind that destination weddings and weddings at sea are subject to inclement weather, itinerary changes and, in some cases, foreign regulatory requirements.

Always allow at least 90 days lead time when planning international options.

Navigating all the options can be overwhelming and time consuming.

Working with a qualified, experienced destination

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wedding planner can help clarify options and navigate the ins and outs of marriage license guidelines and legalities to create the perfect experience.

For more information on marriage licenses and fees, visit tinyurl.com/CruisePlannersLicenses.

Whichever option you choose — a Mediterranean cruise or on a beautiful beach at a Caribbean resort or anywhere in between — destination weddings provide a gorgeous backdrop at an affordable cost with plenty of added options to make your day as special as your love for one another.

Kim Reynolds, certified meeting planner, is a Cruise Planners certified destination wedding designer.

Cruise Planners, an American Express travel representative, has offices in downtown Port Angeles.

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central — and very important — figure on a couple’s wedding day is the officiant. Officiants perform the wedding ceremony and are the first to introduce the newlyweds to their guests as an officially married couple.

Various types of officiants can officiate a wedding, and understanding each type can help couples find the right one for them.

RELIGIOUS OFFICIANT: Couples who want traditional religious ceremonies often choose a religious officiant, such as a parish priest or rabbi, with whom they’re familiar. Religious officiants might be governed by certain rules that restrict them to performing ceremonies in a house of worship, which might rule them out for couples who want outdoor or destination weddings.

CIVIL OFFICIANT: Civil officiants are officers of the court, such as a judge or justice of the peace.

Many couples who are planning destination weddings abroad still choose to have a civil officiant perform a wedding ceremony at home. This is because some overseas officiants might not be au-

thorized to marry couples in their home countries, meaning their marriages won’t be recognized once they return home. Civil officiants make sure marriages are legal, and they also make great options for couples who just want to get hitched without a grand ceremony.

PROFESSIONAL OFFICIANT: Professional officiants are not affiliated with a particular religious organization. That makes them great choices for couples who aren’t religious, as well as those who come from different religious backgrounds and won’t be converting to the same faith. These officiants typically meet with a couple once or twice to get to know them before writing the speech they will give during the ceremony.

LOVED ONES: Many couples ask a friend or family member to officiate their weddings. Couples who want to take this route should research local laws to determine the steps loved ones must take to become ordained ministers who will be recognized by the state or country where the ceremony will take place.

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