September 26th, 2008 by Zuriana
Some friends and family really show their generosity by showering you and your fiance’ with gifts and monetary contributions before your wedding. Should you send thank you notes? Absolutely! Is there thank you card etiquette? Yes there is! Thank you card etiquette includes when you should send your thank you and what you should express in your thank you notes. I always recommend personalizing your thank you note. It is much more meaningful and shows you especially appreciate the giver’s gift.
So, when should you send thank you cards? Thank you cards should be sent as soon as you receive the gift or within 2 weeks after receipt of the gift. Be sure to express in your note what the gift was, how much you appreciate it, and in what way you’ll utilize the gift. Show your enthusiam! A thank you note is also the perfect time to include an engagement picture or wedding picture. Your guests will appreciate the special touch. Find the perfect thank you cards or a combination thank you/photo card holder at
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July 31st, 2008 by Zuriana
Does a bustier work well with a strapless gown? Is seamed or seamless shapewear better for a dress made with lightweight material? Ensure your dress looks perfect on you by investing in lingerie that complements your dress. Additionallly, your lingerie should provide support and be something you’ll feel comfortable in.
Wedding Channel has tips to ”Match Your Lingerie To Your Wedding Gown“. Bare Necessities has a great article with tips on lingerie to wear when shopping for your dress, a quick guide on the most popular styles of bridal underpinnings, and more.
Let the experts at your lingerie or bridal salon guide you to what works best for you and your style of dress.
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July 17th, 2008 by Zuriana
The Dessy Group has put together a cute and inspiring guide about the history of bridesmaids and their responsibilities. Take a look at the Bridesmaid Guide.
Photo credit: The Dessy Group
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July 17th, 2008 by Zuriana
Chris Steinbruckner of Travel Dimensions is our guest blogger this week. Today Chris has offered an excellent guide on all of those airline fees! Take a look:
I wanted to comment on some of the fees airlines are now charging. There are baggage fees, overweight fees, fuel surcharges, security fees, food for purchase, aisle seat fees, reserved seat fees etc. You may have heard most airlines are now charging for 2nd checked bags on DOMESTIC flights not International flights. Some have now instituted fees for the 1st checked bag. Delta mistakenly charged passengers prior to the date the fees were to go into effect; the airport personnel are so confused they are charging everyone baggage fees for Delta so in some cases we are seeing rebate coupons for the $25 fee. I hope the travelers will forward these for the rebates. We in the travel industry are against all the fees. The preference is to include the fees in the ticket cost; but the airlines feel that could hurt the business traveler looking for lower ticket prices. Many hotels now charge resort fees, the cruise lines are charging fees for various items such as specialty coffees, fitness classes; computer use; cell phone coverage, alternative dining choices, water, sodas, alcoholic drinks etc. That is one of the reasons many guests still prefer an all inclusive resort where they know what the cost is before they go outside of perhaps a spa treaments or an optional excursion. We find more and more of our clients are booking all inclusive resorts that offer meals, drinks, and watersports. It does make a difference in the bottom line on the cost.
Keep in mind also that most airlines have baggage weight allowances and fees for overweight bags that can add up quickly as its cumulative. When traveling together, it is suggested that each traveler have their own bag to prevent being overweight using one large bag. I am personally trying to lighten up my luggage as much as possible. There are new attendants at the major airports keeping watch on the carry on bags for size limits. We advise travelers to check these size limits online before departure for those carry on bags size and weight, as airlines continue to make changes.
We strongly advise guests to review the airline websites prior to departure and ask about fees and surcharges before booking so there are no surprises. Many guests are also not aware that many of the Caribbean islands charge departure taxes from $20 plus payable in cash at the airport prior to departure. If a guest is not working with a travel agency, it is a good idea to check the island’s website to research the departure tax and be prepared.
I am including an article that is up to date as of July 10th on airline fees that is useful; however this should be used as a guide as changes continue to take place.
http://i.slimg.com/sc/sl/graphic/u/ul/ultimate-guide-to-airline-fees.pdf
Regards,
Chris @ Travel Dimensions
CTA, MCC
301-570-0263
Specialist to Hawaii and Sandals
Member of the Association of Wedding Professionals
traveldimensions@comcast.net
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