If you have a friend or relative who lives with a minimalistic philosophy, finding the perfect gift for the holiday season can be a real challenge. Minimalists strive to reduce clutter, extraneous things, and noise -- you can never be certain if a gift might be working contrary to their personal goals. However, with some careful thought and planning, you should be able to provide a practical and meaningful gift for your much-loved minimalist.
29 November 2016
Your wedding day will be one of the most cherished days in your life as well as being one of the most expensive. Many couples struggle to save the money to pay for the wedding venues, food, beverages, dresses, and the honeymoon. Fortunately, there are ways you can save money on the venue and still have a beautiful wedding that will make your friends happy and jealous at the same time.
23 November 2016
If you are someone who is interested in having a winter wedding, it is important to take the time to choose the perfect venue for your big event. Unlike a summer wedding, you have to take inclement weather into consideration when planning a winter wedding in a location that can get snow from time to time. Use the following guide to learn a few things to consider when choosing your perfect winter wedding venue.
22 November 2016
Planning a destination wedding isn't as difficult as you may think. However, there are a lot of details that you need to arrange before your wedding date. Check out these tips to make planning your dream destination wedding simple. Be Realistic Having a destination wedding may mean that your wedding is smaller than you would prefer. Don't expect your friends and family members to drop everything going on in their lives to travel for your wedding.
18 November 2016
Halloween is a festive time, but not every parent wants to take their children trick-or-treating. In addition to the inherent hazards of the holiday, some may simply want to start new family traditions by doing something else. This Halloween, celebrate with your family in a different way but still capture the essence of this fun autumnal occasion. Five fun things that you can do to celebrate the holiday are listed below.
16 November 2016
Maybe you caught a glimpse of a horse race on television, or have recently developed an interest in horse racing. If so, then you should look into thoroughbred horse races. There are lots of horse races around the country, but not all of them are thoroughbred races. You are going to want to focus your attention on flat races, as opposed to harness racing, trotters, or steeplechases. These are all interesting equine events, but if your interest lies in classic thoroughbred horse racing, then you're probably looking for the big flat races, particularly the Triple Crown events.
14 November 2016
Not every bride wants her wedding reception held at the finest hotel and catered with elegant foods. There is nothing wrong with those bride's whose deepest desire is for a sophisticated and refined event, but some brides just want to have a casual affair with rustic décor and an easy, laid-back style. Here are five ideas to create the perfect wedding for a shabby chic wedding reception. The Venue Rather than trying to decorate a banquet room in a hotel or restaurant, seek out rustic wedding venues.
10 November 2016
If you are getting ready to plan your wedding but would like to save as much money as you can on your wedding cake, you will want to take a few moments to review the following tips. Buy a Sheet Cake for Your Guests You will still order the traditional wedding cake for you, your soon-to-be spouse, and maybe your wedding party. However, it does not have to be extremely large because you are not also going to serve any of that to your guests.
9 November 2016
If you're looking for a romantic outdoor wedding venue, a vineyard can be the answer to your prayers. With a beautiful and natural setting, a multitude of photo ops, and plenty of space, your favorite winery may be the best choice for your wedding. But, to host a great wedding day, there are a few questions to answer before you finalize your plans. What Season Do You Want? While many wedding venues—especially indoor ones—tend to look the same all year long, it's important to remember that a vineyard will change during the year.
9 November 2016
If you and your fiance are golf enthusiasts, consider holding your wedding and reception at a local or destination golf club. The expansive green course will provide a serene backdrop to your nuptials, and the club can also provide elegant indoor venue options as well. You can either hold your wedding and reception at a golf club in your area, like Peoria Pines Golf & Restaurant, or choose one in your favorite warm-weather vacation spot, such as Florida or Arizona, if you're having a winter wedding.
9 November 2016
