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Tips for Las Vegas Hotel Weddings

May 31st, 2009
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Las Vegas hotel weddings are by far the most popular wedding option in this great city. Many people think of saying their vows in an old shack when they consider a wedding in Las Vegas however this is far from reality for most couples. You can have a completely exotic and spectacular wedding in a Las Vegas hotel/casino. The only limit will be your imagination and your budget, with many weddings costing many thousands of dollars if you choose to take up the high class options. Alternatively you can hold Las Vegas hotel weddings on a smaller budget.

Some of the large Las Vegas hotels and casinos that offer weddings are:

MGM Grand
Four Seasons
Venetian
Bellagio
Mandalay Bay
Treasure Island
Excalibur
Caesars Palace
Flamingo Hotel

All of the above hotels are considered some of the best in Vegas and as such have lovely wedding facilities. The Caesars Palace wedding venue has three outdoor choices. There is a garden, fountain and pond to provide beautiful backdrops. The Bellagio offers an outdoor two level terrace with a great view of the lake and fountains. Then there is the often looked past Flamingo Hotel with its whopping five outdoor wedding spots to choose from, some with waterfalls!

The great thing about a hotel wedding is that you generally stay at the same place where you have your wedding, eliminating the need for after-wedding transport. You can save considerably amounts of money here.

Most hotel/casino weddings will take care of specifics for you if you ask them to. Alternatively you may wish to organise most of your wedding yourself. If that is the case you will need to consider the following:

Indoor or Outdoor - Most hotels and casinos offer both indoor and outdoor chapels and reception venues.

Weather - If you have an outdoor wedding plan it for a mild time of year. Las Vegas gets prohibitably hot in summer so spring time is usually a better choice.

Witnesses - Some hotels and chapels provide a witness, particularly if you are having a very small wedding. Otherwise you may choose your own witnesses.

The Official/Minister - Will you use a priest or celebrant? A minister is provided in most chapels and hotels for either a religious or civil ceremony but keep in mind you may not be able to bring your own minister.

Number of Guests - Most hotels can cater for small and large parties but enquiry in advance so that you pick a venue to meet your required numbers.

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Choosing Las Vegas Wedding Packages

May 31st, 2009
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Choosing Las Vegas wedding packages can be a daunting task but it is possible to wade through the vast amounts of information that can be found on the internet by narrowing down your choice to just a few options. This plan of attack will ensure that you do not become overwhelmed and lose sight of the bigger picture - that you are planning your very special wedding day! It is important not to let nitty gritty details get in the way of the special occasion of your wedding day.

Las Vegas is one of the most sought after wedding destinations in the world. It is little wonder then that there are now hundreds of wedding planning companies and services in Las Vegas catering for every budget and taste.

So what should you look for in a Las Vegas wedding package?
There are many factors to consider and these will largely depend on:
- Your budget
- Where you wish to get married
- How many guests will attend?
- Whether you want a religious or secular ceremony

The best Las Vegas wedding packages will include hotel accommodation for the bride and groom, generally in one of the best hotel suites available (if your budget permits). This ensures that the married couple have somewhere to stay close by, rather than having to leave the city after the wedding. Guests can choose to stay in a Las Vegas hotel as well but usually they will have to organize this separate from the wedding package.

Most packages also include the follow basics:
- Ceremony fees
- Venue hire
- Photography
- Car and limousine hire
- Catering

Some of the more expensive gourmet packages may include
- Entertainment and gambling packages
- Spa treatments
- Airfares to Vegas
- Wedding attire hire

The key to getting the most out of your wedding package investment is communicating exactly what you want. Just about every company will be able to customize a package to your needs and will ensure that your wedding day is as perfect and memorable as possible. After all, not everyone wants the exact same thing and the best Las Vegas wedding package providers realize that and can be quite flexible in the services they provide.

Making the right choice out of the myriad of Las Vegas wedding packages will ensure that your special day goes to plan and that you can leave the

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Tips for Finding the Best Las Vegas Wedding Photographers

May 31st, 2009
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Las Vegas wedding photographers are numerous. Because there are well over 100,000 weddings held in Las Vegas each and every year, professional wedding photographers have flocked to this great city. That is good news for you as there is a considerably array of choices and because prices are competitive you can grab a great wedding photography deal for your special day.

When choosing a Las Vegas wedding photographer there are many factors to keep in mind. You will want to find one that not only suits your budget (and they can vary wildly in price) but also one who caters to your style, particularly if you want a certain style of photo.

Some points to consider when choosing a wedding photographer in Las Vegas include:

- How long has the person been a wedding photographer? I.e. how experienced they are.
- Can the wedding photographer show you a selection of his or her photos?
- Is this a photographer that is dedicated solely to weddings or other forms of photography too? Generally the best wedding photos come from those photographers who concentrate only on this specific field of photography.
- What type of equipment do they use? While this is normally not an issue as most wedding photographers use professional cameras, you may still be interested in knowing.
- Do they also provide video recording?
- How much does it cost for the various packages and how many photos do you receive?
- Will you receive the photos in digital format (on DVD) as well as printed?
- How many enlarged prints can you receive?
- Do they also print in black and white?
- Can they provide copies of certain requested photos and if so, how much?
- Do they have their own liability insurance?
- What is their payment policy? Most do not require cash and generally accept credit card.
- Do they have a money back guarantee?
- Will they arrive early to take photos of your preparation with your family?
- Does the price include photos only at the wedding or also include the reception afterwards (where applicable)?

These are the main points you must consider when hiring a Las Vegas wedding photographer. Often the photography can turn out to be the most expensive part of your wedding so you will want to ensure that you choose the best possible match for your tastes and budget.

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