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If you intend to book a hotel ballroom (or a venue with catering included) for your wedding, make sure that you factor in ALL of the costs involved. In fact, I recommend that you ask the salesperson for a financial breakdown that includes all of the potential expenses noted below — You deserve the transparency!

Don’t Let the Wedding Reception F&B Minimums Mislead You

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Nestled between the jungle and the sea, the Fairmont Mayakoba is a stunning resort surrounded by freshwater canals, placid lagoons, and lush greenery.

Beautiful Fairmont Mayakoba is Perfect for a Destination Wedding

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Here are 5 key design takeaways that wedding professionals can share from planning a wedding at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC.

Top 5 Takeaways from a Reagan Building Wedding

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The recent fires in Southern California have me thinking about couples whose weddings are impacted by natural disasters. As a professional wedding planner, I know how heartbreaking this can be. Here are seven steps to help you confidently navigate this difficult time.

Seven Things to Do If Your Wedding Was Affected by a Natural Disaster

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A Maryland Themed Welcome Bag Filled With Unique Treats When celebrating 40 years of love, you pull out all the stops, even for the welcome bags! This Howerton+Wooten Events couple’s vow renewal started with a bang (and a bag!). Their Maryland-themed welcome bag was filled the best goodies for their 40th Anniversary vow renewal. And, […]

A Maryland Themed Welcome Bag that Pulled Out All of the Stops

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Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of giving a motivational presentation at the luxury floral conference, Intrigued Experience, and I can only describe it as the “happiest place on earth.” Floral superstar Sarah Campbell curated an extraordinary, pink wonderland (in a pink hotel, no less!) where positive energy radiated, and every encounter was a joy.

My Experience at a Luxury Floral Conference

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The Manor 1858 Loudon County

Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending a VIP tour and dinner at the Manor 1858, located in Leesburg, Virginia. I enjoyed this tour and dinner with my wonderful colleagues in the wedding industry.

Hosting a Wedding or Event at the Manor 1858

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The Manor 1858 is the newest luxury event venue in Loudoun County, and I was eager to see what it had to offer. Initially, I had my reservations about the distance—a 90-minute drive from Bowie, Maryland can feel like quite the trek. But the moment I arrived, I knew the journey had been more than worth it.

The Manor 1858 and the Hotel Burg

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Nestled in Maryland’s scenic beauty, the historic Black Walnut Point Inn provides a backdrop that feels like it’s straight out of a fairytale. The gardens and the surroundings create an ambiance that is both romantic and tranquil, making it the ideal location for your special day — especially your wedding ceremony.

Say ”I Do“ at the Black Walnut Point Inn on Tilghman Island

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