The importance of investing in wedding insurance in case of a last minute problem has been highlighted by an incident in Broughton. Two ceremonies were affected at the Marriot Preston when a power cut in the area led to the hotel being left with no electricity for seven hours, the Longridge and Ribble Valley News and Advertiser reports. Guests reportedly … More →
When planning a summer ceremony, many couples opt to hire a marquee, it has been noted. Student liaison officer at The Wedding Planner School Georgina Way explained how they are a "big feature" at nuptials held during the warmer months of the year. Those tying the knot outdoors may want to consider having a marquee so they have somewhere for … More →
Wedding traditions have changed substantially over recent years, with one expert claiming gifts are one of the main areas where practices have evolved. Louis Lewis, director of Tourism for St Lucia Tourism Board, described how recent research revealed 54 per cent of newlyweds are "not entirely thrilled" with the presents they receive. As a result, one in three grooms have … More →
Two friends succeeded in convincing their loved ones they had secretly tied the knot, after they pretended to tie the knot. Rachel Tomlinson and Nathan Donoghue asked a friend to help them stage a fake ceremony and document the nuptials on Facebook, the Sun reports. The pair are unlikely to have invested in wedding insurance, as their big day was … More →
Brides and grooms have been advised to think about what they stand to lose if they do not have a wedding insurance policy. Speaking to CNBC, wedding planner and director of marketing at the Association of Bridal Consultants Dena Davey explained how she "always" suggests couples she works with take out cover. "I'm not going to push wedding insurance, but … More →
A couple from Penrhiwceiber, near Aberdare, may have had one of the shortest marriages on record after splitting just four days after getting hitched. Nicky Pearce and Tammy Driver's union quickly unravelled just days after they said their vows when the pair ended up in having a violent row. Mr Pearce is said to have accused his 21-year-old bride of … More →
Budgeting for nuptials is the easiest way to avoid spending large sums on tying the knot, according to one expert. Student liaison officer at The Wedding Planner School Georgina Way claimed establishing financial boundaries should be the first thing couples do. Listing features such as wedding insurance and venue costs into order of importance will help individuals to prioritise their … More →
The sudden closure of a venue in Mundesley has left one couple out of pocket and disappointed that their nuptials have had to be moved. Other brides and grooms-to-be may be inspired to invest in wedding insurance after hearing how Glenn Burrows and Linda Bullock stand to lose their £1,000 deposit due to Manor Hotel going into liquidation, as reported … More →
A US couple have been left $9,000 (£5,723) out of pocket after their wedding venue suddenly closed and attempts to trace the owners have been unsuccessful. Speaking to abc news, Luis Matamoros explained how he and his fiancee have had their big day "ruined", as a result of the unforeseen closure of the Tomball Grand Pavilion in Houston. The groom-to-be … More →
Last year's royal wedding helped boost interest in Westminster Abbey, with nearly 1.9 million overseas and domestic visitors taking a tour of the site in 2011. New figures from the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) revealed the number of people travelling to the venue was up 36 per cent on 2010. The rise in trips to the Abbey helped … More →