As the wedding season draws to a close, I can't help but take a moment to reflect upon the incredibly fulfilling year it has been. Being a wedding planner in New York has allowed me the privilege of creating memorable events for remarkable couples. I'm immensely grateful for the amazing clients I've had the pleasure of working with and the unique experiences I've been able to curate while orchestrating their special day.
Read moreHotel Room Blocks: Part II: Westchester
It is no surprise that most couples hold their guest experience as a top priority when planning their wedding. Surprisingly, many of them wait too long to figure out accommodations and transportation. Last month’s blog about Hotel Room Blocks included five items to consider when choosing the right hotel(s). Today I would like to go a step further and give you some of my top options in Westchester, NY.
Read moreWhimsical Wildflower Wedding at East Wind Long Island
Heather and TJ met working at a movie theater and bonded over their love of film and adventure. One of their first trips together was to Six Flags. During a visit, TJ realized Heather was truly the one, and therefore he chose that same location to pop the question. It was truly a love story and Heather had no hesitation in saying, “YES!”
Read moreHotel Room Blocks: Part 1
You’re engaged, hopefully hired a planner, found the perfect venue, and now what?!? There are plenty of vendors to start booking, but one piece that tends to get overlook and yet so important, the Hotel Room Block!
For those that have a lot of out of town guests, this is crucial. Just like venues, hotels start contracting their room blocks a year out, way before you can even make room reservations. If you plan on getting ready at the hotel, I highly recommend requesting a suite or a big space, like a boardroom, to make things comfortable. Some hotels are very limited based on their capacity, events in house, or other room blocks in-house during that same time. Securing your hotel room blocks early on is key (no pun intended).
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