Planning your wedding can be a very exciting but also a very stressful process, there’s so much to think about…the venue, the dress, the bridesmaids dresses and all the other extras which come along. After all this hard work, you’ll be comforted by that fact that after the big day, you’ll be rewarded with a [...]]]>

Planning your wedding can be a very exciting but also a very stressful process, there’s so much to think about…the venue, the dress, the bridesmaids dresses and all the other extras which come along. After all this hard work, you’ll be comforted by that fact that after the big day, you’ll be rewarded with a luxury 2 week honeymoon, somewhere divine, surrounded by white sands, swaying palms and romance filled air. But…where to go? With so many options available for you and with a hefty budget in tow, the decision is yours! Here are some great destination tips which just may help you make up your mind;

1. The Maldives – Scattered throughout the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is the stereotypical, idyllic destination for any honeymoon. Arrive in style via speedboat or seaplane, be greeted with a refreshing tropical cocktail then make yourself at home in your Jacuzzi Water Villa for the best 14 days of your life. What better way to celebrate your new promised love for each other than relaxing in sheer privacy surrounded by crystal clear glittering water and water alone. You’ll be dazzled by the white, talcum powder sands, the sparkling ocean and the luxury of your wooden, stilted villa sitting above the Indian Ocean. What you decide to do on your island is up to you, you could try your hand at scuba diving, swim with the tropical creatures of the deep, relax on a comfy sunbed taking in the heat or partake in the ultimate true love experience…the Robinson Crusoe trip. The Robinson Crusoe trip is offered on many islands and offers you the chance to be stranded alone, just you, your hubby and the ocean. The Maldives must be seen to be believed, until I travelled their, I didn’t believe such beauty existed.

2. Mexico – Boasting 5* hotels, Mexico is the ideal location for those couple’s who love to be pampered for the full 14 nights. With lots of resorts to choose from, a popular choice is the Riviera Maya, known for its romantic atmosphere. Fly into Cancun and transfer across to your luxury hotel, be greeted with a cold towel and make yourself at home in your stunning bedroom along with extra large Jacuzzi. The Riviera Maya sits along a stunning, white coast line with swaying palm trees lining the shore. Entertainment is all hotel based where you’ll usually find sporting activities, diving excursions and evening shows. If you’re the type of couple who still love a good night out then jump in a taxi and head into the capital of Cancun. Offering lots of trendy, modern bars where you can sit on a swing whilst sipping a tequila, have a wander around the beautiful shops and then join a queue for a nightclub, some of which have waterslides! For a captivating, romance filled honeymoon, Mexico offers something every couple will enjoy.

3. Barbados – For a honeymoon where time will near enough stand still, Barbados is the ideal destination. Get into the local swing of things here by relaxing and taking everything in, in slow, relaxing way. Unwind on these overwhelming, white sandy beaches with a rum punch in hand. You won’t want to leave your hotel but you must. Head to the undeveloped east coast where you’ll be enveloped in these rugged surrounding and wild surfing seas. Barbados is one of those once in a lifetime places to visit, so what could be more special than visiting to celebrate your marriage and love for one another.

4. Costa Rica – For an adventure filled honeymoon, head to the tropical Costa Rica. Situated in Central America, this beautiful retreat offers a unique feel which most other destinations can only aspire to. One moment you’ll be stood in an atmospheric tropical rainstorm then travelling out of it will see you laid on a sunny, sandy beach with a good book and being overlooked by the Arenal volcano. Get adventurous and partake in the canopy tour…after setting out via horseback, hike through the tropical rain forests and finish the day 55 meters high in the canopy flying through the canopy by cables, although not for the faint hearted, this is a definite must while in Costa Rica. If that sounds a little too vigorous, try white water rafting, horse riding or a spot of fishing. Ideal for a honeymoon with a twist, Costa Rica is perfect for those who love abit of adventure and like to keep busy.

5. Cape Verde – For the ultimate in true romance and relaxation, head to the volcanic islands of Cape Verde. The stunning island of Sal is one of the most popular offering a high standard of hotels and crisp, white sands. Still an up and coming resort, Santa Maria offers sweeping white coastlines with plenty of comfortable sunbeds ready and waiting for you and your new hubby to lie back, breathe in the unique atmosphere and gaze into one another’s eyes feeling relaxed and completely happy and ready for the beginning of a new life together. Cape Verde holidays also come bearing a uniquely low price tag so could prove best in the long run leaving you with some spare cash for that new house!

Wherever you decide to go for your perfect honeymoon, as long as it has soft white beaches, glittering blue seas and your beautiful new hubby by your side, you’ll have the holiday of a lifetime and one to remember together until the end. Begin your life together as you mean to go on…filled with beauty, luxury and most importantly, much love.

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Scarborough is one of Britain’s favourite seaside resorts and has been for more than four centuries. Located on the east coast of Yorkshire, Scarborough has always attracted visitors thanks to its beautiful and lengthy sandy beaches, picturesque cliff tops and family-oriented attractions. The location offers spectacular views of the North Sea but is also far [...]]]>

Scarborough is one of Britain’s favourite seaside resorts and has been for more than four centuries. Located on the east coast of Yorkshire, Scarborough has always attracted visitors thanks to its beautiful and lengthy sandy beaches, picturesque cliff tops and family-oriented attractions. The location offers spectacular views of the North Sea but is also far more than just another seaside town; there are numerous things to see and do, making it an ideal place to take a break.

When you arrive in Scarborough, you’ll discover a whole treasure trove of things to see and do during your stay. Whatever your interest, be it history, heritage, sport, nature or art, you’ll find that Scarborough has it covered. Here are just a few of the places you can visit:

The Rotunda Museum. Suitable for all the family, including young children, this museum has Scarborough’s past completely covered. Come here to find out about the Victorian spa, the fishing port and prehistoric burial sites.

Eden Camp at Malton. It’s worth taking the short journey from Scarborough to visit this exciting recreation of wartime Britain. Scenes from the past are reconstructed through a combination of sound, smell, movement and lighting.

Scarborough Light House. Located on Vincent Pier, this lighthouse has been guarding the coast for two hundred years and is known and loved by visitors and town-dwellers alike.

Church of St. Martin-on-the-Hill. This beautiful Victorian church boasts splendid, pre-Raphaelite stained glass, colourful interior decoration and extravagant architecture.

North Bay Miniature Railway. Enjoy the whimsical British phenomenon of the miniature railway as you explore this one from the 1930s, which has tracks of almost a mile in length.

As well as all the places of interest to visit in Scarborough, there are also many different types of things you can do. Scarborough is host to a whole selection of special events and activities all the year round, so you never know what might be on when you come and visit. Some of the things you might choose to do include:

Go shopping! At the Brunswick Shopping Centre, you’ll discover shops selling many different kinds of goods and products, whether you’re looking for children’s clothing or the ideal wedding present.

Take a trip along the coast with Scarborough Pleasure Steamers. Enjoy the finest views of the picturesque Yorkshire coast by travelling on the Regal Lady and Coronia. Trips run whatever the weather.

Enjoy the spectacle of the Water Ski Circus. You’d be cruel to deny your kids the pleasure of a trip to this exhibit, which sees your favourite TV

When planning a beach wedding along the beautiful beaches of Florida’s emerald coast on the beaches of Destin,Panama City Beach,Pensacola,Perdido Key,Sandestin,Miramar Beach,Navarre Beach,Seaside,Grayton Beach,Blue Mountain Beach, Seaside, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach Florida, one detail is sometimes overlooked. Do we wear shoes flip flops etc. or do we go Barefoot in the sand. And the definitive answer [...]]]>

When planning a beach wedding along the beautiful beaches of Florida’s emerald coast on the beaches of Destin,Panama City Beach,Pensacola,Perdido Key,Sandestin,Miramar Beach,Navarre Beach,Seaside,Grayton Beach,Blue Mountain Beach, Seaside, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach Florida, one detail is sometimes overlooked. Do we wear shoes flip flops etc. or do we go Barefoot in the sand. And the definitive answer is ….. Either or Both or it a personal choice…..can you see where this is going. Another often overlooked garment issue is what do the guests wear. It is a wedding, although a beach wedding, but being on the beach makes it a little more casual so when asked what do i tell my guests to bring for the beach wedding ceremony, what should i tell them to bring?? And the last but most of the time first clothing issue for a bride and groom is ::: What do we wear??? Coat and tie , traditional wedding dress, linen shirts, beach dress, shorts or pants. So what is acceptable? Below you will find three tips for each situation. Flip Flop shoes or barefoot? What to tell guests to wear? What is acceptable for Bride and Groom to wear?

First thing to know about a beach wedding is that function trumps fashion Always!!! If you keep this in mind you will look great and most important be comfortable.

Barefoot of Flip Flops :::  Barefoot by all means, Done!! This is the beach after all and the sand along the emerald coast is amazing and soft. Go have pedicures done the day of the wedding , this means you too guys!! and go barefoot.!!!

Guests Attire :: this gets tricky because you have to consider everyone that may be attending your wedding and uncle Jim may never wear anything but jeans and a cowboy hat!! But the key word here is YOUR …. it is your wedding. It is ok to suggest a clothing theme, say tropical or white with kaki or ladies wear beach dress and guys wear shorts. Just remember when planning your beach wedding to take into consideration the feel or theme you are looking for at your ceremony. One hundred guests in white shirts/blouses and kaki look really stunning on the beach

Bride and Groom Attire ::: As a beach wedding planner I have seen every combination of Bride and Groom attire, and every combination works!!! So here is where you can become very creative or very traditional. This choice on wedding dress is your and yours alone. The choice on groom attire is also yours. Remember the beach is an outside location and can have weather including heat. Also take into consideration that heats best friend is sometimes wind,,, so if you have a fancy hair style that has a veil it may be wise to at least have a backup plan to remove your veil. You do not want your photo’s to be of you wrestling your veil all evening.

In closing it is important to remember that this is your very special day and what ever you decide, barefoot or flip flops, tropical theme beach wedding or traditional it will be beautiful.

The city derives its name from God Visakha, or the God of Courage. The earliest documented history the city states that it was ruled by the mighty King Ashoka, but was sacked by one dynasty after another during the course of history.

The land of the golden beaches was just over half a century ago a [...]]]>

The city derives its name from God Visakha, or the God of Courage. The earliest documented history the city states that it was ruled by the mighty King Ashoka, but was sacked by one dynasty after another during the course of history.

The land of the golden beaches was just over half a century ago a small fishing village. One would be amazed at the manner in which this port city with a natural harbour developed into one of the fastest growing cities in Asia.

Travel to Vishakhapatnam, also known as “Vizag” and is enclosed by three hills. Each of these hills has a shrine belonging to different religions. The Venkateswara temple on Venkateswara Konda is a Hindu shrine, Baba Ishaq Madina Dargah on Dargah Konda is a Muslim Shrine and Church of the Virgin Mary on Rose hill is a Christian shrine.

Places to see in Vishakhapatnam:

• Dolphin’s Nose

The Dolphin’s Nose is a massive rock with an height of 357 m. It was named after its shape that is similar to a Dolphin’s nose. This huge rock emerges out of the sea forming an elevation which also has a lighthouse. It is a major travel attraction at Vishakhapatnam.

• Ross Hill

A unique site to see is the area around Ross hill which has three hills dedicated to three different faiths in proximity to the port. Ross Hill, named after a certain Monsieur Ross who built a house on it in 1864, it has now been converted into a chapel Mother Mary’s Church.

• The Araku valley

The Araku valley, located on the Anatagiri hills at a height of 1,161 m from Sea Level is the place with the best natural scenery and greenery can be found. The Valley is located 112-Km from Vishakhapatnam and has Waterfalls and streams, which give a pleasant feeling to the mind. The 17 tribes living in this valley wear colourful dresses and costumes and were untouched with modern civilizations. Their rhythmic songs and tribal dances, the Dhimsa dance in particular are just marvelous. The valley has Cottages and Resorts for tourists who visit here on a weeklong trip.

• Kailasa Giri

Ropeway Terminal A local favorite, a short ride on to this hill gives you a spectacular view of the sea, RK.Beach and Rushikonda Beach on right and left hand side. There is a huge sculpture of Shiva and Parvathi. With a children’s play area, a people-mover akin to a ski lift called a ropeway. Beautiful scenic view can be obtained from the ropeway, specially in the evening, when the city comes alive with all the lights.

• The Submarine Museum – Kurusura

Vishakhapatnam has another Golden leaf in its feather and this Golden leaf has its specialty. The Submarine Museum – Kurusura being set up at the Rama Krishna Beach in Vishakhapatnam has a specialty. The Submarine Museum was the first submarine tuned to a museum in the whole of Asia. INS Kusura is a Russian built submarine. It was built on Dec 18th 1969 and began its journey on Feb 20, 1970 via the Baltic Sea and reached Vishakhapatnam on the 11th of May 1970. Since then INS Kusura was being used by the Indian Defence.

• Ramakrishna Beach

Kali Temple at R.K. Beach is the most popular beach in the sense that, you can find the locals hanging out during the hot summers, and relatively less hot winters. On weekends and holidays, one can see that the entire beach comes alive, but not in a western sense where people take a plunge in the water, or surf. You can see people dressed in their best clothes, just sitting on the benches, or walking along.

• Vizag harbour

Vizag harbour is one of the natural harbors in the world. A temple, mosque and church are located on hills overlooking the harbour. The Vizag beaches, particularly the Ramakrishna Beach, are lovely and serene. The beaches are ideal for swimming and water sports. On the north of Vizag is this pretty cove, Lawson’s Bay, ideal for swimming. Old Dutch museum and the drive to Bheemli are also very enjoyable.

Excursions of Vishakhapatnam:

Bheemunipatnam

Bheemunipatnam is situated about 25-km from Vishakhapatnam. It is famous for its beautiful beach located along the east coast.

Simhachalam

The Simhachalam is situated about 16-km from Vishakhapatnam. The travel attraction of this place is a famous ancient temple of Sri Varaha Lakshminarasimha. This temple is known for its excellent architecture.

Borra Caves

The Borra caves situated at a distance of about 90-95-km from Vishakhapatnam is an important tourist attraction. It is famous for its historical and religious significance.

How to get there:

By Air

Indian Airlines, Air Deccan, King Fisher and Sahara operate daily flights to Vizag from Hyderabad and Mumbai. Flights from and to Chennai and New Delhi are available 4 times a week (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun).

By Train

Vishakhapatnam is on Kolkata-Chennai main line and is connected to both the cities by train. This being a major station, all trains including the super fast expresses have a stop in the station.

By Road

Vishakhapatnam is 650 km from Hyderabad and 350 km from Vijayawada. Regular bus services are available to Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Bhubaneswar, Chennai and Tirupati.

Thanks so [...]]]> I know there are not alot of GREAT beaches in MN, but I know there must be some place, on either a private beach or public beach in which we can get married. Please let me know if you have any suggestions. Otherwise I am looking for a great outdoor wedding location??

Thanks so much.