Why Fearrington Village

A scenic, relaxed, private setting guaranteed to put you and your guests at ease. The Spa at Fearrington offers bridal parties the perfect place for pampering and provides a full range of massages, facials, nail treatments and bridal packages.

Flexibility in venue, floral design and decor to create the celebration you envision. Mature gardens that are meticulously maintained and are in bloom year-round to provide the quintessential Southern garden experience.

A short stroll down a winding brick path takes you from venue to venue for ease of transition from ceremony to reception. The spectacular flowers throughout the gardens at Fearrington provide a glorious, natural setting for an elegant southern outdoor wedding. Your walk down the grass aisle, lined with their white ceremony chairs placed on a lush lawn amidst seasonal plantings, is the perfect beginning for your picturesque garden ceremony.

Begin your evening with a reception on the cobblestone front terrace before walking down the hallway adorned with twinkle lights leading to your main event, with twig chandeliers shining light on tables decorated by their experienced floral team, your reception will be an evening to remember.

The Barn is perfect for dinner and dancing, with ample space for seating and a large bandstand. This climate-controlled space adapts beautifully to a wide range of decorating themes. Imagining a formal wedding reception with elegant linens, silver, candlelight, magical twig chandeliers. Or a relaxed, but festive barbeque with red and white gingham linens.

Nestled beneath mature white oak trees, The Garden terrace features a dramatic stone fireplace, surrounded by a gracious brick patio overlooking a rolling pasture containing their prized Belted Galloway cows. The Fearrington granary is a versatile reception venue, with a large open floor plan and multi-level, intimate dining spaces. The Fearrington Granary offers a variety of private and semi-private rooms for rehearsal dinners and bridal luncheons, as well as a lovely private venue for a wedding reception. The Fearrington House Restaurant's elegant dining rooms are furnished with antiques, and feature views of stunning gardens to create an atmosphere of understated elegance.

To find out how we can personalize your wedding or event, contact us today

Sandals "Love is all you need"

At Sandals Resorts dining is one of the most impressive highlights of your luxury destination wedding. Like everything else at Sandals you'll experience a level of excellence unrivaled at other resorts. They offer a breathtaking array of restaurants, and for a nominal cost, they cater to your every fantasy. Celebrate in epicurean style on your own floating sea raft. Savor morsels of grilled lobster at a table for two in beachside shallows. Let them serve you a four-course meal directly on the beach under a billowy canopy. Or dine under a velvety sky of stars surrounded by balmy tropical gardens. Whatever you envision, moments for two are yours whenever and wherever you wish and yours alone to remember forever.

Make your wedding day as unique and special as your love by creating a totally personalized celebration designed by you. Choose from an impressive array of inspirations from floral arrangements, ceremony styles, place settings, and finishing touches. The icing on the cake is that every detail is taken care of and you can choose from a wide range of gorgeous color palettes.

Exchange your vows in veritable Garden of Eden, surrounded by the colorful foliage of the Caribbean. Everywhere you look are picture perfect locations for a wedding ceremony surrounded by those you love? Begin your new life together on a bluff overlooking the sea, with a view of paradise as far as the eye can see. Or in a lushly landscaped garden beneath a romantic trellis or a signature gazebo laced with the fragrant blooms of the Caribbean. Anything and everything is possible when you get married in the most romantic places on Earth.

Your dream wedding should be as unique as your love you can plan every aspect of your special day, from the location and color palette, to the flowers, decor and cake. When you get married at the resorts made for love, every detail is taken care of so you can celebrate your promise of eternal love in paradise. There's something enchanting about exchanging vows in a place so romantic it feels like you'll want to share it forever.

Destinations for your wedding or honeymoon in Guatemala Part 2

Guatemala City is the most modern and cosmopolitan city of the Central American region. It is the ideal place to have a beautiful wedding in an elegant ballroom in one of the different five-star hotels or in one of the several gardens surrounding the city. A romantic honeymoon can also take place in a stunning boutique hotel surrounding the city.

• Lake Atitlan your wedding or honeymoon will definitely be unforgettable if you have it in one of the locations nominated for the new 7 wonders of the world. With a stunning landscape of Lake Atitlan which is surrounded by three spectacular volcanoes and vegetation you will have the wedding and honeymoon of your dreams.

• Pacific Coast of Guatemala extensive coasts of volcanic sand can be the exotic setting of a non-traditional beach wedding. Guatemala's splendid 300 kilometer long beach allows honeymooners to experience amazing sunsets, diverse fauna species and water sports.

• Green Caribbean with an original charm, rich ecosystems, and the happiness of the Garifuna culture, lzabal offers honeymooners an encounter with a Caribbean of exuberant and natural beauty. Peten this department holds a unique historic value for its archeological richness, fauna, and biosphere reserve. Its numerous archeological sites make this region the most important one of the Mayan world. One of such sites is Tikal, which was also declared cultural heritage of humanity site by UNESCO in 1979. You can celebrate a new beginning surrounded by mysticism, history and nature.

• The picturesque and enchanting city of Antigua Guatemala, main icon of the Hispanic colonial heritage, is only forty five minutes away from Guatemala City. It is surrounded by volcanoes, mountains, and coffee plantations. Its cobblestone street and ancestral buildings, built in 1543, create a scene where splendorous cultural and religious traditions emerge.

Romanticism floats in every corner of this city making this the perfect place to celebrate weddings and honeymoons. For their ceremony couples may choose among beautiful colonial hotels, churches, gardens and colonial ruin sites. Honeymooners can choose hotels filled with history and an unbelievable setting.

Fresh Ideas for an Outdoor Wedding

If you’re a couple who loves the outdoors, why not plan a wedding celebration al fresco? Let loose and let your personalities shine through. Forget about formal dining halls and hotel function rooms. Let nature’s blessings be your backdrop while exchanging your vows and partying with your family and friends afterwards.

You can make it different, memorable and definitely romantic. Work with what open air venues can give you – from the lakes to the skies. Pick some elements from nature and incorporate it in everything you need for your big day. Here are some ideas to inspire you.

Venue

You might have a wider selection of beautiful outdoor venues than you think. You just need to use a little creativity and look around you.

Your home. You can literally start looking in your own backyard – or front lawn. If you’ve got a well-manicured garden, go ahead and plan your wedding right in your own home. You’d only need a little more flowers and lighting here and there.

Parks and nature reserves. Many of these places have designated areas open for private functions, including weddings. Imagine the lush greenery and the sound of the birds around you. You might even find a spot near a waterfall that would make an incredible setting. What could be more romantic and awesome than that?

Botanical and butterfly gardens. In some locations, botanical and butterfly gardens have opened their gates to special gatherings. Similar to parks and nature reserves, you don’t really have to add a lot of decor and flowers in these places. In butterfly gardens, the butterflies can also be used in the ceremony instead of lighting up fireworks or sending balloons up in the air.

Attire

From the bridal dress to the guests’ attire, everything should be more comfortable than in traditional weddings. It would also be lovely to see touches of nature on the clothing and accessories of the bride and groom.

Bridal dress. Skip styles like ball gowns and restrictive cuts. Choose free-flowing dresses made of chiffon and other soft fabrics. Instead of a tiara or some sparkly hair accessory, use fresh flowers for your headpiece. Keep your veil short, if you plan to have one. But it would match the theme better if you leave it out.

Wedding and engagement rings. Choose a figural ring with the shape of a butterfly or a flower to signify your engagement, if you haven’t picked an engagement ring yet. For your wedding bands, you can match the design with your nature-themed engagement ring, or ask the jeweller to put details like leaves or flowers on the band.

Guests’ attire. Ask your guests to come in semi-formal attire, at the most. Don’t bother thinking of making them wear tuxedos and gowns. They’ll enjoy the atmosphere and the celebration you’ve prepared more if they’re in relaxed clothing.

Entertainment

Ideally, live music is best for an outdoor or nature-themed wedding. An acoustic trio or a string quartet would be excellent. But if that’s not possible, make sure that you’ve got a sound system set up perfectly for the outdoors.

Instead of the usual wedding band and games, have a couple of outdoor games like croquet, mini golf or even horseshoes. These games are unique alternatives to bring fun into your party.

As you go on with your wedding plans, you’ll come up with other novel ideas on how to make your outdoor wedding more memorable and fun for everyone. Just remember to pick a date that promises good weather. Although most probably, no amount of rain can dampen the spirits of a newlywed couple.

About the author

Sofia Angeli is a PR & communications consultant for companies in various industries. In particular, she brings her writing skills and passion for travel, culture, arts and lifestyle, including wedding planning and engagement rings, to the online world.

Palm Island Private Island Resort

Palm Island is a tropical paradise within the Grenadines archipelago that runs between St. Vincent and Grenada. When you stay at the idyllic Palm Island Resort you literally have an entire island at your disposal. For total relaxation, lazy days on Palm revolve around five superb white sand beaches, incredibly blue, calm sea that offers truly perfect swimming conditions, interesting beachcombing, walks along nature trails, and reading under shady palms or just snoozing in a hammock.

For those who prefer some activity, Palm offers complimentary tennis, croquet, table tennis, casual Palm Island style golf, cycling, shuffleboard and an array of non-motorized water sports. Elegant evenings on Palm traditionally begin with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the alfresco bar and end with delicious candlelit dinners in the Royal Palm restaurant.

For guests in search of something different, Palm Island also offers two delightful 3-bedroom villas one perched  on  a cliff overlooking the sea, offering complete privacy and spectacular views and the other right on the beach. Palm Island creates a world of unparalleled luxury and tranquility. Couples relax and recharge amid a Caribbean paradise of five secluded powder soft beaches, swaying coconut trees and lush tropical gardens. While some prefer to simply lounge by water's edge, panoramic hiking trails that show off indigenous flora and fauna, including exotic iguanas. Days can also be spent sailing, snorkeling, kayaking or exploring the surrounding Tobago Cays. As the sun sets, lovers savor romantic cruises, cocktails at the bar or dinner for two beachside.

Secrets of a hidden Caribbean island

Island is a romantic word in any language. Almost everyone has dreamed of getting off to an island hideaway. But most of us never do it, and with good reason. Genuine hideaways, with all the advantages of remoteness, usually also have all the disadvantages of remoteness: they are hard to reach and they lack the services and amenities necessary for sustained tranquility. And non-genuine hideaways with jet airports, planned activities and urban night life tend to reproduce the very frenzy you're trying to escape.

Petit St. Vincent is different; this small privately owned island is the resort. Nothing else is here. Almost totally surrounded by white sand beaches, the island abounds with natural beauty and offers the serenity in which to enjoy it. They provide personal, attentive service and good food and drink the comforts of civility without the discomforts of urban civilization.

Over its varied terrain 22 private cottages are scattered some on hillsides, some set into the sides of cliffs, some right on the beach. All locations offer spectacular views, privacy, and proximity to beaches and facilities. The cottages are spacious and open with terracotta floors and peaked ceilings made from Purple Heart hardwood. Each has a living room, a bedroom; flower gardens surround a wooden sundeck with a hammock perfect the lounging, floor to ceiling glass doors slide open, bringing the outside inside.

Is Petit St. Vincent for everyone? No. But it's for more people than you might think. Their guests are not loners; Just people who like themselves and each other, and the beauty of nature unspoiled but accessible. That is probably why they like them so much! This is just as well, because they keep coming back and you will too. Petit St. Vincent is a private island for private people.

Classic Caribbean Charm

A romantic escape to Barbados is limitless and so are the possibilities. Adventurous couples will enjoy discovering the many facets of Barbados by indulging in the best spa experiences, exploring Barbados' ancient sugar history, its rum distilleries and former plantation houses, or exciting surf or scuba lesson for two.

In Barbados it's always the season for love. Their rich unique culture, tropical island breeze and beautifully architecture set the perfect atmosphere for a truly quintessential romantic experience. Discover your perfect place whether it be, in a secluded beach, in a picture perfect chapel or synagogue, or the epitome of old world charm, at a Barbadian plantation house your wish is their command. Old stone churches, Mahogany groves, Heritage sites. Botanical gardens, breathtaking hilltops secret coves where better to say I do?

Maybe it's the promise of fabulous, world class, dining that you and your loved one will feast upon every day and each night, or the option of the most beautiful white sandy beaches to relax and languish in by day that intrigues you. Perhaps it's the serenity of 70 miles of glorious beaches, with gently swaying palms that will lure you to honeymoon in Barbados. In Barbados they can make it happen!

The Heart of Mexico

San Miguel de Allende is located in the heart of Mexico a centuries old romantic and picturesque town where dreams come true. Enjoy one of the best climates in the world. It boasts outstanding scenery, authentic colonial haciendas, gardens and courtyards overflowing with flowers, world class boutique hotels and gourmet restaurants that offer international cuisine and the finest of service.

Picture yourself in an 18th century town square graced with a dramatic church. Imagine riding there in a flower bedecked, horse-drawn carriage while mariachis stroll and play alongside. Imagine choosing the ceremony of your dreams, intimate, elegant, traditional it's up to you. See yourself dancing in the cobblestone streets to your reception, accompanied by 12 foot mojiganga puppets and live music, and later lighting up the evening sky with fireworks.

Before the wedding day you and your guest can get pampered at relaxing spas and hot springs, enjoy cocktail parties or private dinners, guided tours of the city on foot or by trolley, hot-air balloon ride, horseback riding, mountain biking, and much more that only San Miguel de Allende can offer.

For those who may be considering a destination wedding in Mexico, the beautiful and romantic pueblo of San Miguel de Allende is the perfect location for your nuptials.

The Making of a Gala South Florida Style

Their one-of-a-kind venues set the perfect stage for your once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Whether indoors or outdoors‚ The Breakers has a myriad of breathtaking locations to suit your personal taste. From stunning oceanfront settings and lush gardens to magnificent ballrooms‚ they can accommodate ceremonies and receptions for 25 to 800 guests.

All events should have at least one element of surprise that leaves the guests mesmerized. Custom cupcakes are lovely send-offs for guests. Their signature "sweet dreams” dessert features a handmade chocolate butterfly. All of life's celebrations should end with an artful take home confection so memories linger long after the party.

Whether it’s a private dinner party, boasting dramatic centerpieces of natural Manzanita branches and bold chair covers, or a fireside club atmosphere for a corporate after dinner event, the feeling of warmth infuses the evening.

Beyond the enjoyment of stellar events, invited guests can immerse themselves in everything the luxury resort has to offer. Amenities and activities include a relaxing and pampering spa, five pools, luxury bungalows and cabanas, two championship golf courses, tennis courts, world-class dining and on-site shopping. In the end, when the flowers, food and music are gone, the memory remains; this memory must be the one that lasts a lifetime.

One and Only Celebrations

Resting  between pristine beach and exquisite gardens, One & Only Club is a
picturesque location for wedding ceremonies, vow renewals, engagements and other special
celebrations. From weddings and honeymoons to anniversaries, birthdays or family reunions,
One & Only Ocean Club is the perfect setting for celebrating life's most memorable
occasions. Each and every celebration receives creative, individual attention,
ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.

The spa offers a complement of pre-wedding services, from the signature 4-hour wedding
day delight programme, complete with manicure, pedicure, massage, hair styling and
make-up application for the bride; to the spa's two salon suites, which may be
reserved together for the bridal party's use on the wedding day. A personalized programme
of services is easily arranged by the Spa Concierge for the bridal couple and party.

Newlyweds are treated with special care, discovering surprising touches of thoughtfulness
throughout their stay. A romantic evening turndown service with a unique Bahamian drink; a
bath ceremony; chilled bottle of champagne; and initimate dining experiences for two on
the beach deck under a starlit sky or amidst the beauty of Versailles gardens.