On our recent trip to Colorado, we had the opportunity to do a site visit at Devil’s Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa which is located in Tabernash, a short drive from Denver.This venue is ideal for brides who want a destination wedding and an outdoor ranch style wedding.You really can’t find anything like this in a big city.The view was just stunning no matter where you look.Ceremony Site Options:Reception Options:High Lonesome Ranch
Axel’s Pavilion is perfect for those who want an outdoor event.In the winter time, this actually turns into a skating rink.Broad Axe BarnBeautiful view at Devils Thumb Ranch
Can’t believe it’s been a year already since we planned the wedding for Jillian and Josh! Happy Anniversary to this easy going and fun couple who got married at the Loft on Pine in Long Beach.
We recently did a hard hat tour with Pam Olson, the Catering Sales Manager at the much anticipated new Paséa Hotel & Spa that is opening in 2016 in Huntington Beach, California. We are looking forward to seeing the final project which will feature 250 guestrooms, rooftop deck and bar overlooking the ocean, spa with indoor and outdoor treatment areas, 11 meeting rooms, over 34,000 square feet of event space and much more. Below are some sneak peeks:
If you are looking to get married by the beach with a gorgeous view, this venue is not to be missed. Get in touch with us or Pam directly for pre-opening discounts for your wedding or event.
On Saturday, December 19th, we were invited to celebrate the Holidays at Hummingbird Nest Ranch in Simi Valley.
The event started with some wine tasting from Kieu Hoang Winery and appetizers from Lee’s Sandwiches and Smokin’ Steve’s Pit BBQ Catering. The guests were then invited to proceed to Grand Prix to witness a processional of 100 couples who will be getting married at the Hummingbird Estate, a marching band, four horses, horse carriage and 6 helicopters.
After the procession, guests proceeded to The Barn where the dinner and live entertainment were taking place.
The dinner featured 20 main courses starting with beef and chicken kabobs from Masrour Catering followed by sushi, Kobe beef and Santa Barbara Prawn from Q Sushi. We also tasted amazing fried crawfish, crawfish etouffee, gumbo and crawfish Egg Rolls from World Famous Noel Abbeville Farm. After all this, we got lamb chops, Okinawa Purple Sweet Potato and Heirloom Carrots from Command Performance Catering. The evening ended with a fashion show, cake cutting as well as live band performances.
We certainly had a great time and we thank the owner Kieu Hoang for the generous invitation to celebrate at the beautiful Hummingbird Nest Ranch.
We recently did a site visit to Avalon Hotel Palm Springs. It is a very chic and boutique style venue. If you like modern and chic then this venue is for you. There’s a total of 67 guest rooms, some with a terrace or private patio. There are 13 historic one and two bedroom villas with full kitchens.
There are 3 pools – 1 family pool and 2 adult only.
One of our personal favorites was the Presidio Courtyard for a wedding reception under the stars. Since Palm Springs has a noise restraint, there’s the option of holding your after party in the Presidio Ballroom.
We loved the Avalon Hotel and we hope you will too.
Villa Royale Inn Palm Springs is an intimate boutique hotel with a lot of history and character. There are several ceremony and reception options at the Villa Royale Inn. You can choose to have your ceremony in the garden or with the mountain as the backdrop. For the reception, guests can dine by the pool under the stars or in the charming Europa Restaurant. This is the perfect wedding venue for those planning intimate celebrations.
Over the next couple of weeks, we will be featuring wedding and event venues we had the privilege of visiting this past weekend in Palm Springs.
Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs is such an unique space that will attract music lovers all around. The hotel is like a museum in itself, every corner contains something guests can stop and look at.
Hotel Entrance
We loved this lounge area where we can easily host a cocktail party.
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Lot of great areas around the hotel where attendees can take pictures.
Hard Rock Hotel also contains several ballroom spaces including the Woodstock Ballroom that can accommodate up to 600 guests. We also loved this great pool area where we can host a pool party and other event functions.
Photo credit: Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs Website
So you’ve finished planning all the big details for your wedding and now in home stretch. It’s time to think about all the remaining wedding items you may need to purchase or make such as wedding favors, money box, and the guestbook. Rather than traditional guestbooks, we’ve come up with some alternative wedding guestbook ideas. Hope these ideas will help you come up with a fun and unique guestbook idea that is all about you.
Mason Jar of Hearts
Photo credit: Etsy
Message in a Bottle
Photo credit: Glamour and Grace Blog
Wooden State Cutout – Perfect for long distance couples.