by Melanie Magness Hiring a limousine is a guaranteed way to give your wedding or bar/bat mitzvah some extra flair. However, if your limousine service is poor, the luxury will pale. Imagine your dismay if the vehicle that arrives on the big day is dirty, in bad repair, poorly maintained, or even dangerous! There are plenty of reliable, well-established limousine …
Great Tips about Tipping the Caterer
by Lisa Horton When planning a large “shindig”there are so many things you will have to deal with: the invitations, booking the venue, finding the entertainment, and-ugh-hiring the caterer. Here is actually where the question of if/how much you should tip the caterer might be answered for you. After gathering recommendations and calling various companies for price quotes, but before …
Honeymoon Planning Basics
Start out by doing your homework. Decide on a location, or a region, review tapes and travel books from the library or your travel agent. Ask friends or relative who has traveled; a personal recommendation is worth more than a brochure. Work with a trusted and knowledgeable travel agent. Look for an agency that is a member in good standing …
Wedding Planning Timetable
At Least 1 Year Arrange for all parents to meet. Work out budget and review with your parents, if they’ll be paying for any part of the event. Interview and hire a wedding consultant if you are using one. Decide on style of wedding. Decide who will officiate. Favorite officiates may book up as quickly as caterers and banquet halls. …
