Don’t stop at shopping only the wedding related aisle in the store.  You absolutely must stroll through the array of home accents for decor elements to incorporate into the grand scheme of things.  Don’t tell anyone, but this is hands down my favorite section of the store.  We know you’ll find something to inspire you or tie into your wedding decor plans.  It’s so much fun finding good value and great eye candy!  Doesn’t it add to the pleasure of the whole shopping experience?  You’ll swoon over the options, because all home accent items are 50% off as well.  

Stop by our blog for this week’s Fun Find Friday.  We’ll show you all the half off goodness we spotted for our clients at Hobby Lobby.  We want to know all about your bargain goodness as well!  Who knows, I may even see you there.  [wink]

This deal is too good not to share!  It’s ideal for a mini-honeymoon or fun, sun and relaxation.  Email us at travel [at] preciousnuptials [dot] com for details.

Dreams Punta Cana Resort & Spa

5 Days/4 Nights for $355 per person

Book by: 8/31/10
Travel: 8/29-12/31/10

Hotel tax & service charges
Save 45%
$200 resort credit

We’re teaming up with MFL Photography to give you a personalized photo shoot styled just for you.  That’s right Precious Nuptials & Destinations will style your photo shoot backdrop and the talented Prashant of MFL Photography will document!  Three finalist will be featured here on our blog for our readers to decide on a winner.  With less than two weeks to go (deadline: midnight on August 31st), hurry here for all the details.

Copyright of Carnival Cruise Lines

Carnival’s newest Fun Ship ™ is slated to move from it’s European sailings to Galveston, Texas in November of 2011!  You will have a Western Caribbean variety of six, seven, and eight day cruises to locations such as (in no specific order) Costa Maya, Cozumel, Belize, Montego Bay, Isla Roatan, Key West, Freeport and Nassau.  Destination weddings and honeymoons are sure to be a hit on board the new Carnival Magic. Starting a wedding group is fun and easy.   Ask us how!

Aren’t these adorable?  These are just a few of my favorites!  Be sure to head over to C’est Superbe! Etsy store and don’t forget the fan them on Facebook.

Don’t forget to submit your entry for a free engagement or anniversary photo session.  We have all the details listed HERE!

It’s common for couples to focus on the wedding planning while leaving the fun, loving, romantic, adventurous and  (insert your adjective here) first vacation as man and wife to sit the side for later thought.  Your honeymoon should be “the vacation” of a lifetime. You know… the experience that you always look back on and say, “This was perfect.  We’re going to return here every year (five years, ten years, or for our ____ anniversary).  That’s exactly how it should be.

Maroma Resort and Spa is located in Mayan Riviera (Riviera Maya).  Perfectly situated at the corner of the Yucatan jungle and the blue Caribbean, you’ll immediately feel at peace as you escape for our fast paced lives of today.  A quick flight and a short drive will take you to your Honeymoon Hideaway!

Don’t forget to enter to win a free engagement or anniversary shoot styled by Precious Nuptials & Destinations!  Here are the details.

We discussed compatibility as a key element in a successful destination wedding on day one of our ‘20 Elements of a Successful Destination Wedding’ series. As promised, we bring to you this entertaining and fun quiz to test your compatibility to wedding away!

[To your precious nuptial :: Cheers!]

We love assisting our clients in finding fun group activities to include as part of their wedding weekend of adventure!  I hold the Cancun / Riviera Maya / Yucatan very near and dear to my heart.  This area is so much more than beautiful beaches.  The culture is rich and there’s much to be experienced.  Not to mention, a quick direct flight via Continental Airlines from our very own George Bush International Airport (IAH) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)!

This week on Where 2 Wednesday :: Xel-ha [shell-ha]

As the largest natural aquarium in the world, this ecological park has fun and adventure to be had by all!  In addition to experiencing your destination wedding, your guests will also want to experience some of what your destination has to offer.  Chances are, you will have a variety of adventures to choose from.  Xel-ha is a great location to couple a variety of adventure options in one all-inclusive location.  At just over $70USD per adult and 50% off for children, this is noted at the best value adventure in the area.

In addition to all beverages,

snacks are included,

breakfast and lunch are also included,

you’ll enjoy ecological and cultural tours,

kids can take part in a child friendly adventure section,

visit a cenote [se'note] “The Mayan Cave”,

enjoy snorkeling,

cliff diving,

bicycling through the jungle,

relax on an inner tube,

and of course…  swim with the dolphins!

Share with us your Xel-ha experience in the comment box below!

Don’t forget to enter to win our free location styled engagement or anniversary photography session contest sponsored by MFL Photography and Precious Nuptials & Destinations.

The Wonder File actually looks like a must try! I, of course, would order it in black and make it into a Precious Nuptials’ couture original. It’s a perfect wedding planning work station that you can fold right up and take with you. You’ll find slots for your inspiration pages, checklists, notes, fabric samples, receipts, check book, calculator and more. Wouldn’t this be a functional wedding planning organization station?

As you write the chapter to your next adventure, this week on Where 2 Wednesday, we invite you to take a close look at Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort in Rivera Nayarit Mexico.  As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World®, you can count on a true luxurious experience and unparalleled service.

• 40 miles from Cancun International Airport (CUN)
• EST. Nov. 2008
• Minutes away from Xcaret and Xel-Ha (two of the area’s most beautiful ecological and water parks)
• 496 luxury suites with dedicated concierge service
• Adult only section — 96 Ambassador Suites
• Luxurious spa situated in the middle of a tropical jungle

Take a look at a few of the images we captured during our visit last year!

Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit Grand Entrance :: Your driver will slowly enter this jaw dropping stone wall entrance into clear glass opening gates. Brace yourself... your jungle tropical oasis awaits you!

King Suite offers sliding doors to expose bath area

Beautiful wood work and hand stone work graces this property perfectly. Opt for a personal plunge pool! You won't regret it.

Enjoy a clean eating experience. Pictured are the different offerings, a Grand Vela chef making his evening dinner catch and dinning room options.

The jungle location of the spa certainly sets the tone for total relaxation!

Our amateur images can’t do Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit justice!  We invite you to click virtual tour and photos selections below take a tour.  Once you’re done, immediately begin your honeymoon planning.  We know you won’t be disappointed!  If you have any questions, feel free to email our travel concierge directly at margaret {at} preciousnuptials {dot} com.