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Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Don't Miss Destinations
There are over 190 countries and 7 continents in the world, but the majority of U.S. couples have their destination weddings in the same 3 places: Mexico, the Caribbean Islands and Hawaii. Take your wedding on the road less traveled. Tammy Levent, CEO of Elite Travel, leads you to places you might—but shouldn't—miss: Santorini and Costa Rica.... read more
November 12, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Great film locations make fabulous wedding destinations
Take a page from the scripts of the most romantic movies ever made and have your wedding at a site that is part of movie history. Tammy Levent, CEO of Elite Travel, tells you where you can be the star of your own romance.... read more
October 1, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Destination: Hawaii
Hawaii is the #1 honeymoon destination for U.S. couples, and why wouldn't it be? Miles of perfect beaches, temperatures that rarely dip below 70 degrees, fresh tropical fruit on every corner - paradise is not too strong a word to describe these islands. It's no surprise that Hawaii is also a popular destination wedding location. But even in paradise, a few savvy tips from Tammy Levent, CEO of Elite Travel, can help you make the most of your trip. ... read more
September 16, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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A destination wedding for $999
In celebration of 9/9/09, Paradise By Marriott Resorts is offering the "On Cloud Nine" wedding package for just $999.... read more
September 9, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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How to plan the perfect destination wedding
Whether you're just starting to think about having a destination wedding or if you're already in the middle of planning a wedding away, the Brides.com Destinations Weddings package has everything you need to plan a beautiful wedding, including: creative save-the-date cards, gorgeous gowns, amazing locations, pretty details and the answers to your top destination wedding etiquette questions! ... read more
September 9, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Streets paved with diamonds
On Saturday, September 12, 1,000 couples will race through the streets of New York in the hope of scoring a diamond engagement ring and a Hawaiian honeymoon. Think of it as The Amazing Race, Engagement Edition, with teams of two making their way to wedding-related locations in NYC via clues texted to their mobile devices. ... read more
September 4, 2009 9:30 AM
category: Accessories & Jewelry Brides Magazine Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Sales & Events
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Inside Miami's Gansevoort South
Looking to change things up for your bachelorette party and plan a quick getaway for you and your girls (but not trying to spend a honeymooner's ransom)? Consider Miami's Gansevoort Hotel.... read more
August 20, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Trading palms for pines: Destination weddings in Canada
Destination weddings don't have to take place in the tropics. For a different take on destination weddings, just look North. Tammy Levent, CEO of Elite Travel, tells you where to wed in Canada.... read more
August 12, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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BRIDES sexiest resorts 2009
Our editors at BRIDES have combed the planet to bring you the world's 10 steamiest resorts. We've got faves from the US to Thailand. Here are our top three:... read more
August 11, 2009 9:30 AM
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The booklist for brides
I just love the Wedded Bits "5 Questions With..." segment every Monday. It's like getting coffee with a friend who has the most excellent answers to a handful of questions I never knew I had!... read more
August 7, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Ceremonies & Receptions Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Flowers & Decorations Wedding Planning
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Romantic inns for an affordable honeymoon
Exotic honeymoons are great, of course, but if you can't take that trip-of-a-lifetime right now, here are three wonderful close-to-home options: ... read more
August 5, 2009 9:30 AM
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Unique getaway
If you're looking for a secluded honeymoon or mini-moon destination (or even just a quick getaway to take a break from wedding planning), check out the Joppa House in Newburyport, a fully-furnished rental home in an incredible spot. ... read more
August 1, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Boston Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Reconnect at the Ritz-Carlton
<I recently met with representatives from The Ritz-Carlton's Caribbean and Mexico properties, and we got to talking about destination weddings. ... read more
July 30, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Florida
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Room for negotiation
The economic downturn has given travelers some advantages recently, including cheap hotel rooms in Las Vegas and low rates on cruises. One of the advantages you might not be aware of is the ability to haggle over the price of your destination wedding and amenities for your honeymoon. ... read more
July 20, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Unlimited Spa Treatments at Secrets Resorts, Mexico
We had to rub our eyes when we saw it too: To celebrate the opening of its new spa, Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, the adults-only, all-inclusive, honeymoon haven in Mexico, is offering unlimited treatments for guests now through December 23rd.... read more
July 17, 2009 9:30 AM
category: Beauty & Fitness Brides Magazine Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Vote for the TODAY show wedding honeymoon
The TODAY show is throwing a wedding and you get to pick all of the style details! They've already selected the wedding rings, and now it's time to pick the honeymoon destination. Watch the video below to see the four...... read more
July 9, 2009 12:10 PM
category: Celebrity Insider Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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A nearby destination
If you're looking to have a destination wedding, but don't want your guests to travel too far, check out the Barnsley Gardens Resort in Adairsville, Georgia, just 60 miles north of Atlanta.... read more
June 17, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Atlanta Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Eco-friendly honeymoon destinations
There are many new resorts that have taken earth-consciousness way past the point of asking guests to sleep on the same sheets for a few days.... read more
June 16, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Turks and Caicos gains a new resort, the Gansevoort
If you are looking for a Caribbean Honeymoon or Destination Wedding location convenient to the East Coast, you should check out Turks and Caicos and its newest resort, the Gansevoort (on the island of Providenciales (Provo).... read more
June 3, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Sweet stories from Sugar
A honeymoon edition of our favorite stories of the week from the Sugar Networks!... read more
June 2, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Stylish luggage for your honeymoon
Do you need new travel bags for your destination wedding or honeymoon? Check out cindab.com.... read more
May 20, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Plan an action-packed honeymoon
If you bonded with your spouse-to-be while hiking Kilimanjaro and the proposal took place mid-bungee jump, relaxing on the beach with fruity cocktails probably isn't your idea of a great honeymoon. Tammy Levent, CEO of Elite Travel, tells you where you can find action-packed honeymoons.... read more
May 13, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Honeymoon included
While it's fun to dream about an exotic honeymoon, budget constraints can quickly give you a reality check. But what if you didn't have to pay for your honeymoon hotel? The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common is offering a wedding package where that's a possibility. ... read more
May 13, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Boston Ceremonies & Receptions Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Amazing last-minute honeymoon bargains
As travel editor at Modern Bride, my inbox is constantly flooded with travel deals. In recent weeks I've seen some of the best I've seen in a long time. In this tough economic time, airlines, hotels, resorts and cruise lines are really going out of their way to entice Americans to travel this summer.... read more
April 27, 2009 12:41 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Honeymoon like a rock star
Celebrities can afford their own private island honeymoon getaways, but here's a secret: so can you. Tammy Levent, owner of Elite Travel, leads the way to private island resorts where you and your new spouse can live it up in rock star style.... read more
April 13, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Free ceremony (and anniversary stay) at a Ritz-Carlton resort
Thinking of getting hitched in the Caribbean or Mexico? Ritz-Carlton Hotels is offering great deals on destination weddings booked at one of their Caribbean or Mexico properties. Click here for the details!... read more
April 1, 2009 8:00 AM
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Event alert: Destination weddings in Jamaica
If you're on the hunt for a locale for your destination wedding, head to Long Island this Sunday to learn all about holding your celebration in Jamaica. ... read more
March 24, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons NY, NJ and CT Sales & Events
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March 23, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Win wedding essentials with these two must-enter contests
A contest sponsored by Alfred Angelo gives you the change to snag a honeymoon, 2 digital cameras and your wedding day attire. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism is giving away 5 free destination weddings.... read more
March 20, 2009 2:00 PM
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Last-minute travel deals: Fact and fiction
Once you've decided where you want to go for your honeymoon or destination wedding it's time to book your trip. But when should you purchase your package to get the best price? Tammy Levent, owner of Elite Travel, dispels the myth of the last-minute deal and tells you when to book and when to wait.... read more
March 19, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Liven up your luggage
Check out these cute, preppy luggage tags from Atlanta-based Anna Griffin. They would be a nice addition to a bridesmaid gift, particularly if your bridal party has to travel to reach your wedding destination. ... read more
March 11, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Atlanta Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Favors & Gifts The Wedding Party Wedding Planning
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Stephanie Johnson
Packing for a trip is not always easy. And when flying off to your honeymoon you want to make sure you have everything you need for the perfect vacation. We asked Stephanie Johnson, owner of the eponymous cosmetic and travel bag line, what you should include in your suitcase and carry-on as well as which bags you should pack your travel essentials in. Here's what she had to say: ... read more
March 9, 2009 2:00 PM
category: 5 Questions with... Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Invites for weddings away
If you are planning a destination wedding (or have a lot of guests coming in from out of town) you should definitely consider sending out these letterpress invitations from Hello! Lucky. ... read more
February 25, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Invitations & Stationery
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Lovely luggage tags
Sail, jet or drive away in style with this luggage tag gift set by Lillian Rose. ... read more
February 16, 2009 2:00 PM
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Travel Insurance 101
Traveling is risky business, but even though you can't control mother nature or lady luck, you can control how much they affect your pocketbook. Tammy Levent, Owner of Elite Travel, helps you navigate the treacherous waters of trip insurance and explains why it could be vitally important.... read more
February 10, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Nantucket Part 2: Cisco Brewery
For the second installment of wedding spots I scoped out but didn't end up booking for my own wedding, I wanted to highlight Cisco Brewery on Nantucket. Now, I realize the idea of printing the word "brewery" on your invitations may not immediately connote a classy affair, but anyone who has visited this special place can understand what a fun, festive, and nice summer reception you might hold here.... read more
February 5, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Boston Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Perfect packing
It's no secret that packing for your honeymoon can be stressful--and adding last minute wedding preparations certainly doesn't help. The solution? MyTagAlongs travel accessories offer functional but fun solutions for all your travel dilemmas.... read more
January 30, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Your Wedding Here
Every so often a wedding location hits my inbox that really "wows" me, and this photo of the over-water gazebo at Reach Resort in Key West made me want to pack my bags and head South. ... read more
January 29, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Florida Wedding Planning
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Romantic getaway in Laguna Beach
If you're looking to take a post-nuptial mini-moon or if you just need a weekend away from wedding planning, try the "A You Need is Love" package at Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach.... read more
January 16, 2009 8:00 AM
category: California Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Affordable honeymoon destinations
Are you looking into less expensive options for your honeymoon? Tammy Levent, owner of Elite Travel, gives you inside tips on how to find the best value for your dollar in some of the most romantic budget-friendly locations.... read more
January 13, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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The White Elephant, Nantucket
When my fiance Chris and I got engaged, we looked at all sorts of venues before deciding on The Boston Public Library--some of our favorite places we didn't choose were located on Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Rather than let all the time we spent researching and traveling to these spots go unused, I thought I'd highlight one of the places we saw each week on this blog.... read more
January 11, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Boston Ceremonies & Receptions Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Don't forget your passport
When you're having a destination wedding, or even a wedding where most of your guests will have to travel, it's nice when your invitation gets them excited for their upcoming trip. ... read more
December 20, 2008 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Avoid honeymoon horror...
There's lots of advice out there about the places you should go on your honeymoon, but what about the places you should avoid going? ... read more
December 5, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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All-inclusive honeymoons
Are all-inclusive resorts everything they're cracked up to be? Tammy Levent, owner of Elite Travel, gives you an insider's perspective on why all-inclusive resorts are worth looking into for your honeymoon. ... read more
December 2, 2008 1:15 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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A "real" real wedding
As editors, we get to view photos from a ton of weddings, but there's still nothing like seeing a close friend tie the knot. Nearly two months ago, I went to my dear friends Kate and Russ's wedding in Portsmouth, N.H.... read more
November 19, 2008 6:00 PM
category: Boston Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Get one night free at a Ritz-Carlton resort
Learn how you can get one night free at any Ritz-Carlton resort!... read more
November 17, 2008 4:00 PM
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Plan a European vacation
Traveling to Europe has never been cheap, but that doesn't stop savvy travelers from planning vacations to the continent for less than you'd expect. Tammy Levent of Elite Travel delivers the inside scoop on when and where to go to get the most for your money, and how to avoid the pitfalls of trying too hard to find a deal. ... read more
November 11, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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How to choose a honeymoon destination
Not sure where to book your honeymoon? Tammy Levent of Elite Travel delivers the inside scoop on how to plan the perfect honeymoon.... read more
October 28, 2008 8:16 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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In case of emergency
So you've just arrived in your amazing, dreamed-of-forever honeymoon locale, but sadly, your luggage hasn't. While you panic about where the airline has mistakenly placed your new vacation-ready wardrobe, these adorable Passport Panties ensure you won't have to worry about finding a clean change of underwear.... read more
October 16, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Accessories & Jewelry Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Houston The Wedding Party
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Give your guests a tour
If your wedding is in a notable city, your out-of-town guests will probably want to do a bit of sight-seeing. Skip the basic walking tour and arrange a private charter with a group that does things a little bit differently.... read more
September 22, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Boston Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Passport 101
Whether you're planning a destination wedding or picking an international locale for your honeymoon you're most likely going to need a passport to fly to your chosen location. Here are the answers to some common passport-related questions.... read more
September 16, 2008 12:31 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Vacation simplicity goes lux
Wouldn't it be nice if you could combine the ease and leave-your-wallet-at-home policy of the all-inclusive vacation along with the quality and amenities of a luxury resort? Secrets Silversands in Riviera Maya, Mexico does just that.... read more
September 8, 2008 12:00 PM
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Carry all
It's very important that the morning of the wedding the bride has all of her beauty essentials-brushes and blushes, shadows and sprays-in one convenient place.... read more
August 27, 2008 2:17 PM
category: Beauty & Fitness Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Destination weddings at home
Travel guru Tammy Levent of Elite Travel delivers the inside scoop on planning a wedding away from home Brides.com ... read more
August 19, 2008 8:16 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Crazy eights
Remember the buzz when Eva Longoria married Tony Parker on July 7th (07/07/07)? This year is gearing up to look the same, as couples clamor to wed on August 8th (08/08/08), a date associated with love and eternity in many cultures. ... read more
July 25, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Honeymoon hotspot
As soon as I saw the cover of Indian Ocean Chic, I knew that I had found a new dream honeymoon destination.... read more
July 24, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Travel for two: You and your dress
Travel guru Tammy Levent of Elite Travel answers the all-important question: How can I keep my dress looking fresh from the store to my destination wedding?... read more
July 8, 2008 12:18 PM
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Wedding by the bay
Ellen and Portia aren't the only ones celebrating. Same-sex couples across California are planning weddings, and for many finding a great ceremony site is one of the most important decisions.... read more
June 30, 2008 12:14 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Wedding Planning
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Modern Bride visits The Early Show
I just got back from The Early Show on CBS where I was on to do a segment about "How to Wed Like a Celeb without Breaking the Bank."... read more
June 24, 2008 11:33 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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Let's talk about sex
Whether you're waiting until your wedding night or doing it every day, Brides.com wants to hear your thoughts about this racy topic... read more
June 19, 2008 11:56 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
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A free wedding...is it for real?
Travel guru Tammy Levent of Elite Travel delivers the inside scoop on planning a wedding away from home. Here, she answers a question every bride wants to know:... read moreJune 6, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons
