#1.  Beneath the Trees: Instead of using an arch, you can find a nice spot where nice, huge trees and act   as your arch. This natural arch makes for great photos and plus it makes for a great shaded area.

#2. Poolside: That’s right! If you have your very own pool in your backyard or a hotel’s pool you can have your very own poolside reception. With some great lighting and a nice tent your wedding is sure to be a showstopper.

#3.  Secluded Meadow:  Let nature take its course and be the perfect stage for your wedding.  You and your guest will enjoy a serene, grassy field located in between mountains.

#4.  A Sail Boat: Sail away with the love of your life. Having your wedding on a sailboat will make a great venue for an outdoor ceremony. Just imagine sharing this moment with your closest family and friends, this could be the picture perfect wedding. Just make sure you bring a couple of umbrellas and parcels just in case you run into some rainy weather.

Why You Should Say Your “I Do’s” At the Grand Canyon Glass Skywalk?

This spectacular glass walkway, owned and operated by the Hualapai Tribe suspends more than 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor. Only one-hundred and twenty people will be allowed on the bridge at a time and the reservations are accepted. The Skywalk facility includes 6,000 square-foot visitor’s center on three levels—underground, first story and second story. Which will contain a museum, movie theater, VIP lounge, gift shop, and several restaurants and bars. There is also a special section within the venue that will be only for special events.

Walking on air, on your special day? Or Maybe not!

Well you aren’t walking on air literally but hey, it’s your wedding day and I’m sure you will feel like it! Having your wedding at the Grand Canyon Glass Skywalk will be truly exciting but here are a few things you need to know before you make your reservations.

1.    Make sure you have an exact head count of your wedding guest. I know that this could be a tedious task but you must be able to tell the Grand Canyon Skywalk Representative, how many people are going to be at the venue so that it won’t reach its capacity.
2.    If you decided to have both your wedding and reception at the skywalk, make sure that this wonderful  structure accommodates all of your needs, including rooms for the wedding party and a place for the caterers to set up. Just make a check list of things that you would prefer to have and make sure it is available before you make reservations.
3.    Please make sure that you visit the venue before you call and make reservations. You would definitely need to check out the amenities and the surroundings before you commit to the venue.
4.    Lastly, don’t forget, this glass skywalk is unique and simply gorgeous but it is 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor! So if have acrophobia and are not adventurous, this is not the venue for you!

Finally your big day is making its way near and I am pretty sure you are thinking of exceptional ways to make your grand arrival to your wedding. Rather than showing up to your outdoor wedding in a limo, how about trying something new that goes hand in hand with your wedding theme.

Add some flare to your winter wonderland outdoor wedding by arriving in style in a sleigh. Before you make your way to the wedding, your guest should be standing in a two rows, waiting for your splendid arrival! This spectacular entrance would be worth your wild and certainly put a smile on your wedding guests’ faces!

If you are not too thrilled about having a winter wonderland theme and arriving in a sleigh—you could always go with the Victorian theme and arrive at your wedding by way of a horse-drawn carriage! This elegant entrance, will add that special touch to your wedding ceremony, sending your guest in a romantic trance and granting you the wedding of your dreams!

For all the hopeless romantic brides this one is just for you! Row into your dream garden wedding on a canoe and capture the hearts of your wedding guests. This swanky entrance will be an unforgettable one and will definitely set the mood for your garden theme wedding!

Lastly, you can spruce up your mountain wedding by landing in a helicopter. I am sure many of you are thinking, “I don’t know about going to my wedding in a helicopter”, but this bold arrival is wonderful for dare-devils and risk takers—it will definitely make for memorable photos! This extreme landing will go right along with your mountain wedding ceremony and will knock the socks off of your wedding guests!

There you have it, a few ways how you and your groom-to-be can arrive to your outdoor wedding in style! When you arrive to your wedding in your unique transportation of choice, you will certainly make a grand entrance into the hearts of your wedding guests!

The first thing you should do is choose a ski resort that accommodates everyone. There are many wonderful places you can go to ski, but don’t forget about your guests. Not everyone may want to hit the slopes. Make sure, when picking your resort, it offers a variety of activities for everyone. Next on your list is finding a local wedding planner. I know you are wondering, “Do I really need a wedding consultant?” The answer is “Yes, you really do!” The local wedding planner will know all about the ski resort and what it offers. The wedding planner will also be able to handle all the leg work regarding the wedding, so you, the groom, the wedding party and your guests can kick back and enjoy your special time together.

Next, you must book the resort early. Again, you must book the resort early. In order for you to get your arrangements in sync with your wedding day, it would be best if you booked at least 12 months in advance. As soon as your arrangements are confirmed, send out a save-the-date card so your friends and family can make travel arrangements. In addition, you’ll help your guests by having your wedding planner provide a detailed itinerary for each person attending the nuptials. Make sure the itinerary includes:

• A map of the area
• Transportation arrangements to and from events
• Wedding planner’s phone number and emergency contact information

Finally, consider taking your own photographer with you. Hire a photographer located near you, so you can meet and see his or her work before you commit. Remember, photos are the greatest memories, and you want to make sure you have a good photographer, because there’s only one chance to get fabulous wedding photos. With these wonderful tips to guide you, you can relax, think good thoughts and get ready to be the Snow Queen at your spectacular winter ski wedding!

1. Big Bear located in the San Bernardino mountains, offers one of the best wedding packages, complete with your own personal wedding coordinator, wedding invitations, ceremony and reception location, DJ or band, wedding cake, a dinner buffet, drinks and a full server staff. This package also comes with several menu options for the wedding party and guests. Along with this wonderful wedding package, Big Bear offers fun and adventure: para-sailing, jet-skiing, water-skiing and fishing are also available on this wonderful mountain. So, if you are an adventurous bride Big Bear may be the place for you!
2. Canadian Rockies, located in Alberta, Canada have a unique beauty and making it a popular place to wed in the wilderness. One reason you may select the Canadian Rockies as your wedding destination is that, during the summer, daylight hours stretches until 11pm. The winters are simply delightful–imagine clear skies and just a dust of light snow on the mountaintops.
3. The Great Smoky Mountains, the most visited mountain range in the U.S., is another extraordinary place great place to wed. The Smoky Mountains gives you the wedding of your dreams by offering a private 40-acre retreat, which could be used for both the ceremony and the reception.
4. Another spectacular mountain-wedding destination is the Teton Range, located in Wyoming. If you are going with a unique “old western” theme, the Teton Mountains have what you want. With serene lakes, mountain waterfalls and wonderful wildlife the Teton Mountains will certainly make your a memorable one. The Teton Range also offers, horseback riding, river rafting, skiing, snowmobiling and sleigh rides. So, if you are a “cowboy” kind of bride and groom, The Teton Mountains will be the right place for you!