As a wedding planner, it’s so important for me to keep up with wedding venues. New venues open, some venues close or change ownership. So last year I spent hours researching the top venues and you all LOVED it. It was by far my most popular and most helpful post of 2019 and I’m back […]

Hailed by BRIDES as “the perfect place for a weekend wedding” I set out to find out why. Read on to find out if the property stood up to its reputation.

Hey, hey, hey! Are you planning a destination wedding in Upstate New York? Are you having a hard time finding the right venue for your style or personalities? You’re not alone. According to The Knot, 48% of couples in a 2016 survey said that having a reception venue with a scenic backdrop was their top […]

Hooray! You’re engaged! You’ve announced it to your friends and taken lots of ring selfies. You’ve been dreaming of getting married in Upstate New York or maybe the Finger Lakes. And now you’re ready to check out some venues for real. In this post, I guide you through the first steps you should take to […]

As more couples look to personalize their day and downsize their wedding in favor a more intimate affair with their favorite people, restaurant weddings are becoming more popular. Having a restaurant wedding allows you to create an intimate dinner party setting rather than the traditional wedding dinner reception. If you still aren’t convinced, below are […]

Intimate weddings (meaning under 125 guests) are my favorite. I think it’s so important to share your special day with the ones that care about you and you care about the most. The whole weekend goes by so quickly. Having a smaller guest count allows you to really revel in the moment. With that said, […]

If I had a nickel for every time someone said, “I don’t need a planner. The venue comes with a venue coordinator,” I’d be a very rich planner who wouldn’t be planning weddings (but not really because I love them). Unfortunately, many people don’t know the difference between a planner and the venue coordinator. Don’t […]