Andrew & Rebecca

We would like to inform everyone that we have some new editions to our family. We are so excited to welcome Andrew & Rebecca to our celebrate! family!


Andrew and Rebecca are our first Texas residents. They both live in Texas along with their families. They have decided to host a destination wedding in St. Augustine, Florida. Andrew's family has been vacationing in St. Augustine for many years. They love the historical background the small town has to offer. Rebecca has been attending their family vacations for 3 years now & also enjoys the culture and history in St. Augustine.


Andrew & Rebecca are a truly unique couple. Their personalities compliment one another so well. They both have so much passion and excitement about their wedding and spending the rest of their lives together.


It is very important to the couple to hold an event that is not only a wedding for their guests to attend but also a vacation. St. Augustine has a great deal to offer to tourists and Andrew & Rebecca want their guests to have a wonderful experience in the town they love so much. Their wedding weekend will be one that will last in their guests memories for years to come & we are so excited to work along with them!

The Perfect Toast

One of the biggest expressed concerns on the wedding day usually comes from the person or people about to give the wedding toast. Many toast givers feel unprepared--they don't know what they are about to say, feel that it is not good enough, or simply do not have enough to say. As a wedding planner, I sometimes have had to prepare a speech for either a maid of honor or best man before the wedding or on the actual big day.

Here are some great tips for saying your wedding toast:

1. Keep it short, try not to make it longer than 3 minutes.

2. Say a short story about who you know best, the bride or the groom

3. Look at the couple a majority of the time and occasionally look at the audience.

4. Express how excited you are to be part of the couple's big day and their new life together.

5. Finish your toast by asking all the guests to raise their glasses towards the couple

Make sure to practice your speech ahead of time in front of a mirror. Remember to speak slowly and breathe. You are going to do great and the bride and groom will be so touched by you standing up and saying some heartfelt words.

The Honeymoon-Mexico

I am so excited about the last day of our honeymoon week because I absolutely love Mexican food and Mexican culture. In my mind, one of the best vacation spots in Mexico is Cabo San Lucas. I have a good friend of mine who has traveled here a few times and every single time she comes back and says that it is one of the most beautiful spots she has ever traveled.

Cabo San Lucas is an old fishing village that use to attract pirates but now it attracts tourists from all over and even celebrities. This town in Mexico is known as an elite resort destination.

Top Things To Do in Cabo San Lucas:

1. Get a couples massage--Enjoy a relaxing couples massage at Spa at Pueblo Bonita Rose. You do not need to be a guest of the resort to enjoy this amenity. So sip some champagne and enjoy a romantic afternoon of massages together.

2. Visit Latitude 22+ Roadhouse Bar--To kick off a night out as newlyweds you must visit this fun restaurant/bar. They have a great menu, atmosphere, and entertainment. You are sure to have a blast.

3. Go to Lover's Beach--The Land's End Arch is on the farthest tip of Baja and is known as Lover's Beach. The sea and wind have shaped the rocks here and it perfect for a romantic walk on the beach.

The Honeymoon-Jamaica

According to thehoneymoon.com Jamaica "puts the fun in the honeymoon." This tropical paradise has every possible activity to offer from horseback riding to reggae dancing. I have always wanted to visit Jamaica because I like most people am fascinated with their "no worries" lifestyle.

The best place to stay when you visit Jamaica is Montego Bay. And here are some of the top things to do:

1. Appleton Express Tour--The Appleton Plantation is where they make Appleton rums. I have read about it numerous times and think it is amazing how each bottle is tasted and marked qualified before they will ship it off to sell it. On this tour you will get to view not only the distillery but also the caves. It is romantic, adventurous, and educational.

2. The Houseboat Grill--If you are looking to have dinner somewhere unique and different, this is where you need to eat. The Houseboat Grill is a big houseboat floating on the water that offers the perfect newlywed sunset view. The menu is constantly evolving and features an international cuisine.

3. Rainforest Rafting--If you are looking to do something adventurous you need to go rafting through the rainforest on the Caliche River. What a fun way to spend the afternoon!

The Honeymoon-Hawaii

ALOHA!!

Hawaii is the #2 2008 Top Honeymoon Picks on thehoneymoon.com. Hawaii is known for not only its beauty but for romance. If you are looking for a honeymoon that has a million options of what to do this is the place for you--snorkeling, helicopter rides, long walks on beautiful beaches, hiking, pineapple picking, whale watching, and the list goes on and on and on.

The weather is pretty much perfect, usually around 80 degrees. You will want to pack your fun fun beach clothes along with a light-weight sweater for the cooler nights, casual dress clothes to experience Hawaii's night life, and maybe some workout clothes in case you want to go hiking to explore the islands.

Top things to do in Hawaii:

1. Go Waterfall Hunting--The island of Kauai has tons of beautiful waterfalls. So decide to spend a romantic day hiking around Kauai and kissing under every waterfall you come to.

2. Ocean Quest--If you are looking for a fun night out together this is what you should do. It is a fun dinner cruise with a three entree buffet, open bar, and a great band to dance the night away.

3. Volcano Exploring--You absolutely cannot visit Hawaii without visiting the Big Island's Volcano National Park. Kilauea, the park's main feature, is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. So be adventurous and go view the magnificent park.

4. Luau--The luau is one of Hawaii's most ancient traditions. This is Hawaii's way of saying "Let's Party." This night is sure to be a night you won't ever forget.

Here's a quick tip...if you are looking for some quiet time don't visit Hawaii between December to February, this is their busiest tourist season.

The Honeymoon-ARUBA

Aruba, in my mind, is one of the most romantic places you can travel and since I have already traveled there I am going to let you in on a few things you have to do while you are there for your honeymoon. Thehoneymoon.com rated Aruba as one of the top places to go for your honeymoon due to the romance and fun that can be found on the island all day and night.

The weather cannot get any better than it is in Aruba. It is in the 70s and 80s in the day and then drops to the 60s and 70s during the evening. So you can wear your cute beach clothes during the day and have no probably wear pants and a light sweater at night.

Some of the things you must do:

1. Eat at Flying Fishbone--This is the most romantic place to eat in Aruba. You can get a table for two actually on the beach, so hang up your purse and shoes and let the sand and sea get in between your toes while you celebrate your new life together. Make sure to make reservations.

2. Kukoo Kunuku--If you are looking for a fun night out as new husband and wife this is the perfect thing for you to do. A old festive school bus will pick you up at your hotel and then you will travel around the island picking up other fun loving travelers from their hotels (most were newlyweds on the one I went on). The night is all about what people in Aruba actually do for fun. You will have a champagne toast at the light house, eat a traditional Aruba dinner, and stop at numerous bars. It is such a blast!!

3. Visit the Natural Pool--This is something I wanted to do so bad, but we ran out of time. The Natural Pool was rated the #2 Thing to Do in Aruba according to tripadvisor.com. You must rent a jeep and find this spot just the two of you.

Have Fun!!

Honeymoon Week

The wedding was perfect-you looked amazing in your dress, your groom was picture perfect, there wasn't a dry eye at the ceremony, the reception was stunning, and you couldn't have been more pleased. Now, its all about the honeymoon.

Many of our couples have their bags packed and ready to leave the day after their wedding. They have been waiting on the pampering and the togetherness and the adventure that the "honeymoon" brings. This week we are going to look at the 2008 Hot Spots for Weddings that thehoneymoon.com suggests.

So hold on tight, make sure to check in your baggage and get ready to fly to a different honeymoon destination each day!

Lisi's and Stephen's Wedding

Lisi and Stephen are an amazing couple that we feel blessed to have been able to plan their wedding dreams into reality. The wedding took place in historical St. Augustine at the beautiful Memorial Presbyterian Church with a reception immediately following at the Officer's Club. The entire wedding was absolutely beautiful and the couple was so happy. Here are just a few images from their special day!

Images by: Nick's Photo Video and DJ Service, http://www.nicksphotovideo.com/

Flowers, Flowers, and More Flowers

I love flowers! Flowers are the perfect symbol for kindness and beauty. Flowers are a perfect gift, perfect accent to decor, and the perfect profession of love.

I am sure you have heard, different flowers mean different things. Most of my brides want to know exactly what their wedding day flowers mean. I found this wonderful quick flower meaning guide online at http://www.floralsociety.com/.

Here are the meaning to some of the most popular wedding day flowers:

Carnation=Fascination, Woman's Love

Daisy=Innocence, Loyal Love

Freesia=Trust

Calla Lily=Beauty

Lily of the Valley=You''ve Made My Life Complete

Orchid=Refinement, Many Children

Peony=Happy Marriage

Wedding Roses=Happy Love

Stephanotis=Happiness in Marriage

Tulip=Perfect Lover

New Office

We just opened our very first celebrate! wedding boutique! We are so excited for this new chapter of our lives and feel very blessed. Thank you so much to all our close family and friends who came to help us celebrate.

Our new office is lcoated at:
200 South Nova Road, Suite A
Ormond Beach, Florida 32174

We are still "By Appointment Only" but if you would like to stop by just give us a quick call to make sure we are in.