Even if you've never stepped foot in Texas, you might very well have heard of the tiny (and we mean really, really tiny) burg of Luckenbach (pronounced luke-in-bok).
Made famous by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and an always popular song, the town is home to a dance hall and a combination post office/gift store/beer joint.
Every Friday and Saturday night, you'll find something happening in this town that's just a short drive from Fredericksburg, the bed and breakfast capital of Texas.
On Sunday night we returned from a quick trip to Kingston, Jamaica to attend the annual JAPEX travel trade show featuring tourism developments around the island. While we were in Kingston, we had the chance to visit the Bob Marley House; the reggae superstar bought this home in 1975.
Guided tours take a look at the home (which houses a recording studio that he used and his children still use today), the grounds, and the former manufacturing plant that's now filled with photos, Bob's guitar, and a theater that shows a 20-minute movie on his life. This video takes a look at the property but doesn't include photos inside the home; they're not allowed.
Over the years the name Oscar de la Renta has become synonymous with sophistication, and it comes as no surprise that such high profile personalities as Katherine Heigl, Katie (Lee) Joel, the wife of Piano Man Billy Joel, and First Daughter Jenna Bush have chosen the fashion icon's creations for their I do's. Since launching his premiere wedding wear collection for the public in 2006, the designer has offered brides a selection of silhouettes which run the gamut from fairytale ballgowns to practical pantsuits. Although their styles may vary, a refined elegance is the harmonizing thread which marries all of de la Renta's bridal collections together.
This interview with volleyball superstar Kerri Walsh by GetMarried.com covers the 2005 wedding that took place at La Quinta Resort & Club in Palm Springs, California. The video covers many of the special moments of the wedding and afterwards as well as looking at Kerri's dress, the couple's wedding cake, and even the cake topper. La Quinta is a popular spot for destination weddings and this one was an elegant affair.
Since launching her line of bridal attire in 1997, Reem Acra has fast become one of the top wedding wear designers to the stars, having created "I do" designs for Marcia Cross, Melissa Joan Hart, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Julie Chen and Star Jones, among others. For her latest collection, the fashion maven added a touch of whimsy to her work, and while the garments pay homage both to past eras and past Reem Acra wedding dresses, the silhouettes feature a soupcon of modernity with the inclusion of a popular current trend, color.
In the following Brides.com clip, Reem Acra displays her Spring 2009 collection:
This interview features Vera Wang, THE designer that comes to so many brides' minds when thinking of wedding dresses. The interview includes some good how to information about picking a wedding dress for a figure type whether that means selecting the best neckline to balance a full bust or the right waistline to whittle away a few extra inches.
This video from Travelistic.com, a great website for travel videos, recalls a beach wedding on Hermosa Beach in Costa Rica. The slideshow wedding video shows the lovely ceremony of the sunset beach ceremony arranged by Costarica-weddings.com.
This video illustrates one point we're always trying to make sure destination brides understand: on a public beach, expect the public! You'll see numerous onlookers throughout this video (the number grows as the ceremony goes on!) It can all be part of the fun for your ceremony if you're prepared...just make sure that you realize that public beaches can't be closed off for your special event.
Although the cake at their reception was garnished with 24 karat gold, it was the small, personal touches, such as the poem read by the bride's sister and a self-penned song sung by the groom, that made Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell and Leighanne Wallace's wedding day priceless.
In this clip from Getmarried.com, watch as Brian Littrell and Leighanne Wallace relive the romance of their September 2000 wedding at the Peachtree Christian Church in Atlanta:
While he may be known for crass antics during his days on MTV's Viva La Bam and Jackass, Bam Margera's "I do" day was a class act.
Bringing his own unique vision of wedding wear to his February 3, 2007 nuptials, the skateboarding star's purple velvet jacket, along with bridesmaids in black, added a rock 'n' roll edge to the traditional ceremony.
In the following MTV clip from Bam's Unholy Union, watch as the groom and his bride, Missy Rothstein, are pronounced husband and wife at Loews Philadelphia Hotel (video will open in a new window):
The start of a new year also meant the start of a new life together as husband and wife for actress Billie Piper and actor Laurence Fox, who said so long to 2007 with a New Year's Eve wedding. Choosing a site close to home, the couple exchanged vows at the Parish Church of St. Mary in Easebourne, West Sussex, England.
Although their marriage did not stand the test of time, radio personality Chris Evans was among the first to arrive at the chapel. In the following Mr. Paparazzi clip, the bride's former husband and his new bride stroll past the camera, as does Doctor Who star David Tennant, who enters the church before bridemaids in lovely lavender dresses and the bride, hiding her formal frock beneath a black coat, make their grand entrance.
Sean Bean may be one of Britain's biggest box office draws, but on February 19, 2008 only 15 close friends and family members looked on as the Lord of the Rings star took on the role of a lifetime as he vowed to be a husband to Georgina Sutcliffe. Like many couples who prefer a simple "I do," the actor and his bride chose to declare their devotion in a civil ceremony.
In this Mr. Paparazzi clip, the newlyweds take their first walk together as husband and wife:
This official hotel video offers a look at Sunset Beach Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica. (Don't get it confused with its sister property, Sunset Jamaica Grande in Ocho Rios.) Both are large beach properties but the Montego Bay property is located just a short drive west of the airport; the Ocho Rios property is located about 90 minutes east of the airport. The Montego Bay resort is also home to several beaches (including one that's clothing optional; that's not an option at the Ocho Rios property.)
This black and white video showcases the real life wedding of Eric and Diana with a Renaissance theme, one that's carried out in details ranging from the bride's dress to the groom's attire (including sword). Many elements of the ceremony are very traditional, making a nice blend between themed and traditional.
Tucked high in Peru's Andes, this Inca site was once home to about 1200 residents. Today the lofty location is a favorite with couples looking for an adventurous getaway off the beaten path. This narrated video, another excellent video by TravelVideoPostcard.com, is a nice introduction to this beautiful and mysterious historic site.
This wedding took not only Halloween as its theme but also took inspiration from the movie The Corpse Bride. A homemade wedding from the decorations to the reception, this wedding carried the theme throughout, from makeup for everyone involved to a fog machine at the ceremony.
OK, Rocky Horror fans, here's the ceremony for you: this wedding was held at the Viva Las Vegas Wedding Chapel (famous for their excellent Elvis weddings...we've seen them in person and they do a great job.) This ceremony, though, is all Rocky Horror Show, from the wedding officiant to the Time Warp Dance following the vows!
The Las Vegas Hilton is home to Star Trek: The Experience which is the setting for this real wedding video. The wedding takes place on the famous Bridge and is, in many aspects, very traditional except for its themed setting. For more information on wedding ceremonies at this Star Trek venue, see the official website.
Christopher Knight, Adrianne Curry Vow Renewal in Hawaii
video.vh1.com This video clip features Christopher Knight and Adrianne Curry and includes their spiritual Hawaiian vow renewal, a ceremony that many couples enjoy during their island vacations. Remember, with a vow renewal, there's none of the paperwork you have with a destination wedding.
You might picture a Vegas weddings as a low-cost affair--and it can be--but you can also have an elaborate and expensive wedding here as well. This video features an interview with Susan Breslow Sardone, the author of “Destination Weddings for Dummies” and a destination bride herself.
Color is a common theme for many weddings, and former Charles in Charge star Scott Baio and Renee Sloan's ceremony centered around shades of scarlet. From the crimson carpet which harmonized with the hue of the bridesmaids dresses and accents on the bride's gown to the titian threads of the pashmina shawl wrapped around Renee's shoulders as she danced with her new husband on a floor sprinkled with red rose petals, the color of passion made a bold statement on the day the couple said "I do."
Prince Edward Island is connected to the mainland of Eastern Canada by a bridge completed in 1997. Once on the island, couples find a relaxed atmosphere that invites beach walks, quiet horse and buggy rides through the countryside, horseback riding, and just taking it easy. This narrated video by TravelVideoPostcard.com takes a look at this romantic province.
Eastern Canada's Prince Edward Island makes a dreamy honeymoon destination and one must-do on the island is the Green Gables Tour. Featured in the Anne of Green Gables books, this park in Charlottetown is the region's top attraction. This video includes a look at the house which portrays what life was like in the 1890s on Prince Edward Island with narration by the site supervisor for Green Gables. This video is produced by Caravantours.
Just about every couples plans on a wedding video these days...but how about a honeymoon video? This beautiful video recalls a couple's honeymoon in Phuket, Thailand at The Racha. We really like the idea of a honeymoon video; it's a great way to share your still photos with others (and so much more fun than the old-fashioned slide show!)
Although only 250 guests sat in the pews inside Christ Episcopal Church in Joliet, Illinois on May 29, 2006 to watch America'sNext Top Model season one winner Adrianne Curry walk down the aisle toward former Brady Bunch star Christopher Knight, millions of fans shared in the bride and groom's joy months later when the nuptials aired on My Fair Brady: We're Getting Married! This clip from VH1's wedding special captures the couple's moments leading up to their union.
This official hotel video from SuperClubs takes a look at Hedonism III in Jamaica. A younger version of the popular Negril resort, this adults-only resort includes swim-up rooms, both nude and prude beaches, and even a waterslide through the disco. [For more, visit the Lovetripper.com special Hedonism section]
This official hotel video from SuperClubs takes a look at Hedonism II in Negril, Jamaica. With a motto of "be wild for a week," this adults-only all-inclusive features both nude and prude beaches. [For more, see Lovetripper.com's special Hedonism section]
This video, one of many excellent one-minute videos from TravelVideoPostcard.com, covers Oslo, Norway. The capital city as well as the city of Bergen are covered in this scenic video with an important bit of travel advice: Norway is not a cheap travel destination but definitely a worthwhile and scenic one.
Several years ago, we had the pleasure of taking the Rocky Mountaineer scenic train from the Jasper/Banff area all the way to Vancouver, one of the most scenic train trips in the world. This excellent one-minute video takes you on the romantic train with its glass dome observation car and first class service. All aboard!
If you've visited the Breezes resorts (part of the SuperClubs family) in the Caribbean, you'll definitely be interested in this all-inclusive in Brazil. The resort offers honeymoon package add-ons and is a popular choice for couples who want to combine a few days of beach relaxation after exploring the Amazon.
This excellent video from Lindblad Expeditions showcases the many small islands visited on these unique cruises. Even if you're not planning a visit to these islands (part of Ecuador), this video is great to see the many types of wildlife found on the islands.
Produced by Wedding Isle Productions, this video features a real outdoor wedding in Vancouver, Canada. The garden shots (and the bubbles!) are pretty touches.
This real wedding video features the Seychelles wedding of Natasha and Jens and combines the fun of a vacation video with the beauty of a beach wedding. The video incorporates video and still shots together along with plenty of scenic sots of the island.
This video features still shots from Destin, Florida beach weddings, great for getting ideas for shots you'd like taken during your beach wedding. We loved the shot of the couple at sunset tossing rose petals in the air as well as shots of couples in the sand, surrounded by heart-shaped flower arrangements.
This beautiful video from HiDefVI.com features an Indian wedding on the beach in St. Thomas. From the pre-wedding festivities to the ceremony and decorations, it's a great way to see how you can combine the cultural traditions of your family with a destination wedding right on the beach.
This real wedding video featuring the Aruba wedding of Kasey and Rob was shot on the island's Eagle Beach. It's a nice example of including some of the ceremony along with pre and post ceremony shots plus the beauty of the beach and the sea. The bride and groom each read their own statements at the sunset ceremony.
One thing we liked about this official hotel video are the interviews; you'll see several interviews with hotel brides about why they opted for this location. The Conservatory here makes a beautiful location for a wedding under glass.
This video takes a look at the luxury all-inclusive Dreams Puerto Vallarta. Filmed without narration, the official hotel video gives you a peek into the hotel guest rooms and interiors as well as activities at and around the resort area, from massages to rock climbing.
Throughout three seasons of Bravo's hit series "The Real Housewives of Orange County," television viewers empathically felt cast member Lauri Waring's heartache transform into happiness as the single mother of three found love again with George Peterson. From fittings of her Austin Scarlett-designed gown to decorating decisions, the TV audience was entranced by the romance of the couple's wedding preparations.
Over two million fans tuned in during the season three finale to witness the reality star's happily ever after come true. Viewers can relive the memories with this 10-minute video presentation of Lauri's special day, captured by Elysium Productions. [Also see:Lauri Waring's Wedding in Lovetripper.com's BridalStars Blog]
Even if you've never stepped foot in Texas, you might very well have heard of the tiny (and we mean really, really tiny) burg of Luckenbach (pronounced luke-in-bok). 
