From the excitement of your engagement to the joy of the bridal shower, the bachelor party, and the rehearsal, there are countless events that pave the way to your special wedding day. However, a wedding is more than just a single day. It celebrates love, commitment, unity, friends, and family.
As such, it’s important to plan an event that honors your love for one another and the people who support your relationship. Your wedding weekend should be as big and unforgettable as your love for one another.
If you hope to plan an extravagant weekend full of celebrations, check out these suggestions for an epic few days that will create indelible memories for you and your loved ones.
Curating the perfect wedding weekend necessitates that you’re surrounded by all of your most important friends and family. If you hope to have optimal attendance, your best bet is to send out save-the-dates as early as possible.
If you’re expecting guests to carve out an entire weekend for your celebration, you’ve got to give them plenty of notice to arrange for travel, childcare, etc. Make sure that your save-the-date delineates a rough itinerary so that guests know what to expect.
Also, be sure to include travel and accommodation arrangements and recommendations.
Almost as fun as the wedding ceremony and reception are the micro events you plan surrounding the main event. Let’s face it, there is so much to celebrate when two people unite in love and marriage.
The magnitude of that love and commitment deserves to be celebrated extraordinarily. Here are some micro-events that you should consider adding to your wedding weekend itinerary:
Provide your guests with an itinerary that outlines each of the amazing events you have in store for them. Your itinerary should contain an overview of the weekend’s events and a polite indication of whether each is suggested or expected.
Within the itinerary, include recommendations for local restaurants, sights, and transportation. You might also include information about local events, area maps, and vouchers for golf, spa treatments, and drinks.
As guests arrive for your wedding weekend, it’s both thoughtful and generous to provide them with welcome gifts. Yet another way to show appreciation to your guests for their willingness to travel in honor of you, welcome gifts are a fun little surprise that makes them feel extra special.
Welcome gifts might include beverages, snacks, hangover remedies, a local treat, something personalized, luggage tags, and beyond. Besides these essentials, you could include destination-specific swag too; golf tees or balls, sunscreen, and spa slippers are just a few ideas.
Present your welcome gifts in a posh bag or basket, and leave them with the concierge to distribute at check-in.
A wedding weekend is a whirlwind of pomp and circumstance…as it should be. However, guests will appreciate a bit of downtime built into their itinerary. Make sure to leave time for guests to lounge by the pool, explore their surroundings, see local sights, and squeeze in a workout.
Accounting for some of the weekend’s events to be optional will give guests the power to make time for exploring and enjoying the weekend beyond your wedding.
Finding a venue that will allow you to incorporate all elements of your dream luxury wedding weekend is the key to unforgettable memories. A venue such as Bella Collina, a luxury destination venue in Montverde, Florida, part of the Greater Orlando area, can curate the most magical wedding weekend with all the bells and whistles.
With a variety of on-site wedding venues ranging from elegant ballrooms to scenic verandas and spacious lawns, Bella Collina offers the perfect spaces to host a range of unique events throughout your wedding weekend. Each venue sets the stage for unforgettable experiences in different settings, ensuring a weekend full of magic and memories.
A world-class golf course, luxury spa, resort-style pool, and on-site overnight accommodations make Bella Collina the perfect spot for an incredible and unforgettable wedding weekend. Reach out to the extraordinary wedding team at Bella Collina today to hear about hosting the wedding weekend of a lifetime.