Romance was in the air on Valentine’s Day, when Shawn and Nickie exchanged vows in Hamilton, Ontario in front of 140 guests. The bride and groom said “I do” at the stunning Scottish Rite. Kara, Shawn’s daughter, served as flower girl and also carried the rings. During the … [Read more...] about A Valentine’s Day Wedding in Hamilton, Ontario
From one coast to the other! Lori and David currently live and work in Vancouver but were married in Lori’s hometown, St. John’s, Newfoundland under a huge Weeping Birch tree. The theme centered around local traditions with stationery that was playful, quirky but still romantic. … [Read more...] about A Quirky Hometown Wedding in St. John’s, Newfoundland
We pay attention to what bridal couples say long after the wedding is over. They tell us about the extras that were worth the extra money. So here’s what many remember about where they best spent either more money or more effort that paid off. 1. Pump up lighting Rent … [Read more...] about 5 splurges that pay off
Deanna and Mark met at the University of Windsor – two guitarists trying to start a metal band! Years later, he proposed in Paris, just a few steps from the Eiffel tower. Once, when Mark was in Ireland on business, there was a long separation. Deanna flew to Dublin, they realized … [Read more...] about A 1920’s Art Deco Themed Wedding in Toronto, Ontario
Sometime the sleeveless, strapless gown looks so bare that a bra seems to be out of the question. Often, the back is cut so low that you feel you and your body are all alone and you’d better shape up! Get fitted by a professional Then give it the tug and dig test. Even if … [Read more...] about Nip and tuck
Play in a land of long slender lakes, sparkling waterfalls, rocky gorges, and breathtaking vistas. Native American legend says the Creator looked upon this land with special favour and reached down to bless it, leaving the imprint of His hand, hence, the Finger Lakes. What to … [Read more...] about Finger Lakes, New York State
When you think of Alberta, you think of the Canadian Rockies, the northern lights, the Calgary Stampede, the Edmonton Mall or maybe oil from the oil-rich tar sands. What to do Visit the world’s first international Peace Park. Ride the raging white waters of the mighty … [Read more...] about Alberta
One of the nicest ways to see Europe is on a river cruise. Choose from the Danube, Elbe, France, Holland & Belgium, Holland & Germany, Russia, Portugal and Spain. Make your choice You will stop and visit the places that inspired Van Goh along the Rhone or the birthplace … [Read more...] about European River Cruises
The once-upon-a-time image of Fort Lauderdale had students sleeping in their cars or on the beach and having a wild vacation from school. New restrictive laws were put into place and, over the last 10 years, a new Fort Lauderdale emerged. The Clean Beaches Council, an American … [Read more...] about Fort Lauderdale
We usually say that the best gifts are edible gifts, because most people don’t keep the chochka that couples give them if they don’t serve a useful purpose. We still say that an edible gift (personalized cookie, chocolates, nuts) are ideal, but here are some ideas that guests … [Read more...] about Gifts under $5 for your guests
