Everyone has different criteria when it comes to defining the perfect beach. Do a little research before deciding on your honeymoon destination. Do you want wide beaches with white sand? Do you want a background of mountains or cliffs? Do you want great scuba diving? Topless … [Read more...] about Best beaches
Esthetician cost Be clear about the cost of any professional program you may undertake. A complete program may range from about $500 to more than $2,000. If you are setting up your own in-house plan, always do a patch test before trying any new products. Rub a little on your … [Read more...] about Repairing skin blemishes and breakouts
Some women with great skin can thank their mothers. Others can thank the effective new skincare products. Skin maintenance Cleansing Healthy skin always starts with cleansing. If you prefer to remove makeup with soap and water, don't use very hot water. It can strip the … [Read more...] about Simple steps for better looking skin
Eye cream You're never too young to start babying the sensitive skin around your eyes. Hydrate the skin and minimize puffiness, crow's feet and even dark circles. Go shopping, read the labels and start a daily regimen. Eyes A defined and shaped brow can be achieved with a brow … [Read more...] about Beauty essentials
The lure of Ireland lies in its landscapes and its people, and this is the best way for visitors to experience the soul of this ancient land that is so famous for its beauty, its saints and its scholars. The Irish weather is not the most predictable in the world, but then much of … [Read more...] about Ireland
Elisa Zied, author of Nutrition at Your Fingertips, says brides make five common nutrition mistakes. Here’s her quick fix. DON’T Skip Meals Why it’s bad: Skipping meals can contribute to excess calorie intake and overeating at a later meal. The bigger the meal, the more likely … [Read more...] about 5 common dieting mistakes
Every couple wants to make their wedding unique and original, which can be a tough task. To plan a memorable wedding, get your creative juices flowing. To start, look for ideas and images in books and magazines, and then add your own twist. Ceremony decor Often, couples focus … [Read more...] about Just one original touch
Ask last year’s brides. The big decisions were easy. It was the little things that went wrong that got everybody cranky. Here’s a few we've heard about. These examples are just the tip of the iceberg. But our bottom line is this: Only you will realize when something is … [Read more...] about The devil’s in the details
Here are highlights from one international and six Canadian wedding planners that might surprise you. Jane Dayus-Hinch England Jane has planned over 1,000 international weddings. She once organized a dual-language Greek family wedding for 1,600 guests. Two napkin styles had to … [Read more...] about Planners share their most memorable weddings
Return of rentals Assign your best man and best woman (or a member of the family) to oversee returns if you’re leaving on your honeymoon right away. Everything from rented tuxes to rented trees, chair covers and other items used at the reception must be returned immediately or … [Read more...] about What to do after your wedding day
