Where is everyone going on thir honeymoon?

A few weeks ago someone posted the question re: date and location of wedding, I liked finding out more about everyone. So here is a new "get to know you" subject: We are getting married in March and we are going to go to New Orleans for a few days and then taking a cruise to Alaska in June or July. Where is everyone else planning to go/hoping to go/thinking of going????? -Elizabeth :-)

I haven't been to the other islands - -but I would suggest that you also call the Chamber of Commerce for each island, they will send you brochures and inform you if there are any events or festivals going on during your stay.

We are getting married on September 29, 2000. We are leaving for Hawaii on October 1st, 5 nights at the Hyatt in Kauai & 5 nights at the Hyatt in Maui.

The alternative is so-called photojournalistic wedding photography, which has come into vogue in the past 2-3 years and has become the latest fad, or trend (I've been doing this style for 10+ years) Photojournalism implies taking many pictures in a spontaneous, candid way. That means an average of 500-1000 pictures. It is best done with two photographers (one doing formal, traditional usually in color; while the second photographer does all candid, usually in black + white.) If you like this style, then make sure that every album you look at looks different and reflects the personalities of the people being photographed. Every wedding needs to be different. Formal portraits are generally done more quickly (less than an hour) The photographers need to be more unobtrusive and not interrupt you as much. Most studios are now offering aspects of this approach as an add-on. Ask to see sample albums from years ago to check out how long they've been using this approach, or if it is relatively new to the studio. The best way to be sure that they are being spontaneous in their approach is whether or not they charge for each picture exposed. If they don't, and say that "unlimited" pictures are included, than you can be sure they are working within a set budget that includes a certain limit on film and processing costs. If they tell you that the best way to do black + white is by using color film and then printing in black + white, (the best of both worlds!) then that means they are using one camera and one photographer and do not have the flexibility to work both mediums (and you're likely to print maybe a few in black + white-not hundreds.) This style generally costs more, since there are more proofs and two photographers.

I am doing the Disney cruise as well, but we are doing 7 day cruise/5 day land. Tell me how the cruise goes!

Hi We are getting married Oct 28 and I am 99%sure we are going on a cruise around the South Pacific (Tahiti, Bora Bora, Moorea). I cant wait.

The alternative is so-called photojournalistic wedding photography, which has come into vogue in the past 2-3 years and has become the latest fad, or trend (I've been doing this style for 10+ years) Photojournalism implies taking many pictures in a spontaneous, candid way. That means an average of 500-1000 pictures. It is best done with two photographers (one doing formal, traditional usually in color; while the second photographer does all candid, usually in black + white.) If you like this style, then make sure that every album you look at looks different and reflects the personalities of the people being photographed. Every wedding needs to be different. Formal portraits are generally done more quickly (less than an hour) The photographers need to be more unobtrusive and not interrupt you as much. Most studios are now offering aspects of this approach as an add-on. Ask to see sample albums from years ago to check out how long they've been using this approach, or if it is relatively new to the studio. The best way to be sure that they are being spontaneous in their approach is whether or not they charge for each picture exposed. If they don't, and say that "unlimited" pictures are included, than you can be sure they are working within a set budget that includes a certain limit on film and processing costs. If they tell you that the best way to do black + white is by using color film and then printing in black + white, (the best of both worlds!) then that means they are using one camera and one photographer and do not have the flexibility to work both mediums (and you're likely to print maybe a few in black + white-not hundreds.) This style generally costs more, since there are more proofs and two photographers.

17 mile drive in Carmel/Monterey is suppose to be gorgeous. Hearst Castle at San Simeon also. Can you go to Catalina Island before you head north? We are going to CA next month, planned prior to starting wedding plans and we are going to check out 17 mile drive. Other than that we will be in SF and above. Sounds nice, take the scenic route & enjoy.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

We still haven't decided on a destination. Hopefully I'll get some great ideas from the board.

17 mile drive in Carmel/Monterey is suppose to be gorgeous. Hearst Castle at San Simeon also. Can you go to Catalina Island before you head north? We are going to CA next month, planned prior to starting wedding plans and we are going to check out 17 mile drive. Other than that we will be in SF and above. Sounds nice, take the scenic route & enjoy.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

Anne, does Royal Carribean have a website? We're considering a cruise and I've heard great about this cruise line? Thanks -- Nicole

If you are into the extra little touches, you can go to http://www.stampsonline.com and order special stamps for your invitations - to go with your theme, hobbies, or simply the LOVE stamps. I wouldn't have thought of this had I not read it somewhere so I pass it on here. :-)

I will let you know what I decide. -Elizabeth

Lori,

Where are you staying in Key West? We're looking into that ourselves...you can e-mail me privately if you'd rather not have everyone know....the earlier post of people looking on-line for when you leave to rob your house has me a little rattled....

I will let you know what I decide. -Elizabeth

Getting married on May 27th, leaving at 7am on the 28th to Sandals in Antigua, for 6 nights.

Buy the little clear address labels (by Avery or any other maker) Print out your names and date and stick them on the bottles. Then tie a ribbon, either in your colors or white, around the top. It looks nice, better than plain and cheaper than the fancy bubble bottles.

It's important to remember that there is a LOT of hype out there, and people are being told all kinds of misinformation that they believe. As far as I know, I've been doing this style longer than any other studio that I know of on Long Island (10+ years), and I have a pretty good sense of what works and what doesn't and what is genuine and what is an add-on. By all means, do your research (if you take this subject seriously) and don't believe anyone (including myself.) If you see a difference in the issues that I've addressed, than you'll know how to proceed. If you don't see a difference, than of course it makes sense to save your money and believe what they tell you (ONLY if it doesn't make a difference!)

We're planning a wedding for spring of 2001 (date still TBD - trying to coordinate the reception, officiants, church etc.) We're going to Myrtle Beach, SC - friends have offered us use of their condo, lots of golfing and miniture golf - air temp in the 80's and water in the 70's in May.