Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Are you searching for a reception location for July 7, 2007?




While I won't be in the country for a wedding on 07.07.07, my associate Dana will be here and the Hyatt Hill Country has an opening. They have three great locations on their property for a wedding reception. Please give Charity Johnson a call if you are interested. Her number at the Hyatt Hill Country is 210.520.4073.



Thursday, February 22, 2007

Last Minute Spring Break deals

Please email us if you are interested, in weddings or just the travel. Minverva is our travel agent and can help you with anything you need.

If you opt for a last minute wedding in Mexico, just tell us where you want to go and we'll handle the rest.



Advertised fares are one-way and can be used on a round-trip basis. Valid for travel from San Antonio and Acapulco, Bajío, Cancun, Guadalajara, Mazatlán, Mérida, Mexico City, Oaxaca, Puerto Vallarta, Veracruz and Villahermosa
  • Fares do not include government imposed taxes, fuel surcharges and security charges, such as the September 11th Security Fee that amount to approximately $150 per person.

  • Last day to commence travel is May 31, 2007. All travel must be completed by May 31, 2007

  • Tickets must be issued on/before February 22nd, 2007.

  • Minimum/Maximum stay: 2/30.

  • Fares are non-refundable, and changes to flight and/or date may incur a fee of up to $100 per person.

  • Blackout dates apply: March 31-April 17, 2007

  • One stopover in Mexico City permitted free of charge.

  • Fare is subject to change without previous notice.

  • All advertised fares are for general information and not a reflection of current availability.



  • This could be your wedding

    Wednesday, February 21, 2007

    Oscar Night celebration

    Have you consider what you are doing Oscar night? Why don't you dress up and attend the Texas Special Olympics Oscar Celebration:

    "The prestige and glamour of Hollywood is coming to San Antonio on Oscar Night. Residents of the Alamo City can experience the excitement of the 79th Academy Awards® on Sunday, February 25, 2007, at San Antonio's own Oscar Night America party, presented by Tesoro."

    Many of you who know me, know that I support foundations who support persons with disabilities. I hope to see you there!

    Location:

    Map
    Westin Riverwalk
    420 West Market Street
    San Antonio, TX 78205

    Date: 2/25/2007 from 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Central Time)

    Hosted By: Special Olympics Texas - Greater San Antonio Area
    Shae Freeman-Hicks sfreeman-hicks@sotx.org or call (210) 530-9898

    RSVP by: February 22, 2007 at 11:00 am (Central Time)


    Click here to purchase tickets.

    Thank you to Tesora, KSAT, Coca-Cola, GMAC Financial Services and HEB.

    Tuesday, February 20, 2007

    Bridesmaid gifts.


    Our lovely bride April has just ordered these cute bags for her bridesmaids. Her over the top wedding is taking place in April. (cute side story - she said she will name her daughters May and June!)


    These make great gifts for several occasions, especially when you personalize these and then put some goodies in them. Some goodies are:


    • spa accoutrement's

    • sweets

    • nail polish kits - every gal has to have all the great new colors

    Monday, February 19, 2007

    Natalia and Glenn...












    ...were married on 2.14.07 on marriage island. Natalia is Russian and Glenn is a cattleman from Amarillo. Amazing. Many thanks to:

    Special thank you to the wonderful minister, Keith Thompson and his lovely wife Becky of Simply Ceremonies for the referral. Becky knew Glenn needed help and with in one day, we pulled it together.

    Thursday, February 15, 2007

    Saira and Toby


    February 17, 2007
    Congratulations!

    Monday, February 12, 2007

    Wedding Haul

    Give guests the royal treatment and transport them in style.
    by Kathy Ehrich Dowd
    Stop worrying about your friends and family fumbling around unfamiliar territory on your big day. Put their minds (and yours) at ease by providing shuttle service between hotels and ceremony and reception sites for all your guests—it's a lifesaver not only for out-of-towners but for locals who prefer not to get behind the wheel. And with destination weddings on the rise, this increasingly popular perk is quickly becoming an essential part of the wedding-day package. Here, a few fun and creative ways you can chauffeur guests around:
    Horse-drawn Carriage
    The bride and groom don't have to be the only ones to enjoy this romantic ride. Cedar Knoll Farm in Lisbon, CT, has a 12-person horse and carriage called a wagonette that is often used to transport wedding guests short distances. The black wagonette with walnut panels is typically pulled by two horses (brides choose the type of horse) and can be decorated with silk flowers and bows in the couple's wedding colors. "A lot of people get a big kick out of it," says owner Elaine Keeley. Rates start at $750 for three hours, cedarknoll.net.
    River Barge
    Rio San Antonio Cruises regularly uses its water taxis to transport wedding guests between hotels and ceremony and reception sites located along the city's famed River Walk. "People wave at the guests as they go past," says area wedding planner Jennifer Ramirez-Jasiczek. "It's a lot better than walking." And extremely scenic too. River cruise rates start at $80 per 20 people per trip, riosanantonio.com.
    Golf Carts
    Give your guests some independence with personal golf carts. Chicago-based wedding planner D'rita Robinson recently served up golf carts for a 225-guest destination wedding at Daufuskie Island Resort and Breathe Spa in South Carolina. The island doesn't permit cars, so the golf carts were key to helping guests get around: "It just helps people go a little faster and easier. A lot of them don't realize how helpful they are until they have them." Rental fees average around $25 per day.
    Horse-drawn Trolley/Hayride
    Ideal for casual fall weddings, this one can be especially fun for kids. Thornapple Farms in New Haven, VT, has a 25-seat trolley pulled by two Percheron horses. It has a roof but no doors and is perfect for taking guests from a parking area to an out-of-the-way ceremony or reception spot. Rates start at $450 for two hours. Hayrides can also add to a fall wedding's ambience, but beware that some guests might be allergic to the hay, vthorsedrawnservices.com.
    Coach Bus
    Many wedding planners agree this is the most popular way to shuttle guests from one location to another—and the ride can often be an extension of the celebration. "People always have such a good time getting to know the people on the bus," says Boston-based wedding planner Alexis Eliopoulos O'Mara. Greyhound Buses that seat about 50 people are available for charter, and rates start at about $380 for five hours, greyhound.com.
    School Bus
    Generally a more affordable option than a coach bus, packing guests into a big yellow school bus can provide a fun, relaxed and, for some, sweetly nostalgic ride. In fact, it proved an especially fitting service for one of O'Mara's recent clients—a second-grade teacher. She personalized her school bus by displaying, in each window, drawings her students had created for the occasion. Contact your local school bus company for pricing information.
    Trolley
    Sightseeing or wedding-specific trolleys (white with minimal writing) are often employed by brides for toting their guests around town. Keep in mind: Sightseeing trolleys, while often the less expensive option of the two, are typically open-air, and many wedding guests (especially those who've spent a lot of time on their coif) don't always love them. Wedding-specific trolleys, such as Kenny's Coach in Weymouth, MA, are enclosed, climate-controlled and even offer complimentary champagne. The company charges $899 plus gratuity for three hours on a Saturday night, kennyscoach.com.
    Sleigh Ride
    What could be more picturesque for a winter wedding than transporting guests by sleigh? Denise Latousek of DL Event Planning in Aspen says that in the winter, a sleigh is the only way to transport guests to the popular Pine Creek Cookhouse in nearby Ashcroft. Guests are instructed in their invitations to bundle up and are treated to a 20-minute Clydesdale-pulled sleigh ride to the site on the couple's big day. The sleigh ride costs about $25 per person, but group rates are available.
    Gondola
    Couples who've chosen to get married at the Aspen Mountain Club atop Aspen Mountain can shuttle guests to the summit with a 16-minute gondola ride. In the winter, guests can enjoy blankets and hot chocolate or hot cider, explains Latousek. Rates start at about $15 per guest during regular operating hours and $750 per extra hour it remains open.
    DUCK Boats
    Boston's famed land-sea vehicles, known for providing out-of-towners with a tour of the city, can also be chartered for weddings that take place downtown. Each DUCK seats about 32 people, and brides can request a specific color of boat as well as their favorite conDUCKtor, who can also point out the sights. Guests can be taken either by land or along Boston Harbor. Rates start at $675 for 80 minutes—the length of a normal tour, bostonducktours.com.
    Limousine
    Who says limos are only for the wedding party? Some couples treat all their guests to a luxury ride. This option works especially well for smaller weddings. Bauer's Limousine in San Francisco has more than 40 limousines in its fleet, and group rates are available, bauerslimousine.com.

    Valentine's Weddings on the Riverwalk

    We have a great little package set up for you if you are getting married this Valentine's Day. We are hosting weddings all along the Riverwalk every hour on the hour. We already have the following:



    • minister

    • bouquets and boutonnieres

    • photographer

    • cake

    • music

    • all you need is your fiance and the marriage license.


    Give us a call. We are booking fast. 9am, 3pm, and 4pm is already taken.



    Friday, February 09, 2007

    Grammy Party

    We are fortunate to be the event planner for the Harrisons' this Sunday as they host a Grammy Party for 50 of their closest friends. Here are some things you can still do:
    1. Get a red carpet - require everyone to glam it up and if you are short on people to take pictures on the red carpet - hire the children. Give them press passes to hang around their neck and cameras that flash each time they press the button.
    2. Pick a signature drink and keep the bar simple. It limits your need for various glasses and accroutremonts.
    3. Be sure and have a wrap up best and worst dressed (keep it light-hearted). Fashion some type of award to give to the winners and losers.
    4. Most of all - have a great time.

    Thursday, February 08, 2007

    Need Contract Help for 2-17-07

    We have a need for one time help for a large wedding on Saturday, February 17th. If you have ever considered the event planning business, this is certainly an experience to "cut your teeth" on. We are looking for a total team of about 6 people - so we have 2 more slots to fill. Please email if you think you might be interested. We require help from 3pm - 11pm. Our two full-time event planners will lead you in the right direction that evening.

    Wednesday, February 07, 2007

    "What happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas"

    The Regal Affair team is packing up and heading to Las Vegas for the NBA All Star weekend. We are proud to be the party planner for one our Spurs. We are looking forward to rubbing elbows with all the celebrities.

    This year George Gervin will join Tony Parker and Kendra Wecker (Silver Stars) in defending the Haier Shooting Competition title. This event is held on Saturday evening. They will be defending the title agains Team Detroit, Team Chicago and Team L.A.

    Out of all the musical performances, I am most looking forward to Mary J. Blige.

    Good Luck to Tony Parker and Tim Duncan. I will post pictures when we return.

    Tuesday, February 06, 2007

    Weddings at Westin La Cantera

    My inside contacts at Westin La Cantera have contacted us regarding available dates for weddings. If you have tried to book at wedding at La Cantera, then you know good dates are hard to come by because of all the convention services continually booked there. Westin La Cantera is a great property with excellent staff. Exquisite food, great ambience with the backdrop of the Texas Hill Country.

    The following are dates available for weddings:
    • Any day of Memorial Day Weekend for Ceremony & Reception
    • June 16th - Ceremony & Reception, or Reception only, for up to 200
    • June 23rd - Wedding Reception only for up to 250
    • July 7th - Ceremony & Reception for up to 200, Wedding Reception only for up to 500
    • August 11th - Ceremony & Reception for up to 200
    • September 1st - Ceremony & Reception for up to 200, Wedding Reception only for up to 500
    • September 8th - Wedding Reception only for up to 250
    • October 13th - Wedding Reception only for up to 250
    • October 27th - Wedding Reception only for up to 500
    • December 22nd - Ceremony & Reception for up to 400, Wedding Reception only for up to 1,000
    • December 29th - Ceremony & Reception for up to 400, Wedding Reception only for up to 1,000

    Give them a call today!

    Thursday, February 01, 2007

    Catching Up

    I know the blog has been sparse lately - we've been very busy. We are very excited to be in France this summer for 3 weeks. If you have ideas of a small intimate wedding in or around Paris, the third week of June is great is open on our calendar and we will already be there. We have many ideal locations: chateaus, villas, and beautiful boutique hotels.

    Fresh new pictures of winter events coming soon. Make sure to stay up to date by signing up for our monthly newsletter.





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