Finding the perfect venue for your wedding day can be challenging, but when you’re looking for the most breathtaking backdrop imaginable, there are some venues only Mother Nature can provide. After all, can you imagine a more spectacular spot to exchange your vows than, say, the Grand Canyon? We sure can’t!

Whether you dream of saying your I do’s in the Valley of Fire at sunset or descending in the Grand Canyon itself to exchange your vows, Maverick helicopters can make those dreams a reality.

Located in Las Vegas, Maverick Helicopters will pick you up in a limousine at your hotel and take you to the helicopter terminal, where your helicopter pilot will be waiting to take you on an experience that is truly out of this world!

You’ll start your day by flying over the sights of Nevada and Arizona, before landing in the Grand Canyon at your exclusive ceremony site to exchange your vows. To make your day extra special, Maverick offers a variety of wedding plans and add-ons – including champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and flowers – so you can choose the perfect package for your desired location, budget, and taste.

After your ceremony, your pilot will fly you through the Grand Canyon, ending your day with a flight over downtown Las Vegas and the Vegas Strip, making sure your wedding day is a once in a lifetime experience you will never forget!

Photo one: j-annephotography.pass.us; Photo two: frostedpetticoatblog.com; Photo three: frostedpetticoatblog.com; Photo four: jessicazaisblog.com

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You know when a wedding involves a cake cutting sword, it’s going to be awesome, right?

Aaron and Kjersti’s wedding was simple and relaxed, and anything but boring! After a sweet backyard ceremony, these two let loose at their reception, showing off their moves on the dance floor, cutting their wedding cake with the above-mentioned sword, and laughing up a storm with their guests before making their exit with a sparkler send-off. We don’t know about you, but that sounds pretty awesome to us!

Thanks to Lady & Gent Photography for sharing all the beautiful and fun photos from their special day.

Kjersti, 26 & Aaron, 25

Redmond, WA

Wedding Date: August 31, 2013

Number of Guests: 35

Wedding Cost: $6,000

Wedding Ceremony Location: Groom’s parent’s home in Redmond

Wedding Reception Location: Groom’s parent’s home in Redmond

Sun, sand and no stress.  Sound appealing?  Have a destination wedding on the beach!

Not only do destination weddings naturally limit your guest list (and your stress level!), the stunning venues available to you will guarantee you a breathtaking backdrop. Here are some of our favorite tropical destination venues for an intimate beach wedding:

Voted as one of the best beaches in the world, the El Dorado Maroma in Playa del Carmen, Mexico offers couples small romantic thatched huts where they can exchange their vows right on the waterfront.

The Lady of Guadalupe Oceanfront Chapel at the Gran Caribe Real in Cancun, Mexico isn’t technically on the beach, but its floor to ceiling windows overlook the beach and give you an unobstructed view of the Caribbean while you say your ‘I Do’s’.

Couples looking for a dreamy and private, island wedding ceremony can’t go wrong with Mexico’s Isla Mujeres Palace. With only 62 suites, the resort is blissfully small and the island offers plenty of untouched beaches and a relaxed vibe.

If Jamaica is your dream wedding destination, Couples Tower Isle offers couples the choice between resorts; a Jamaican island right off the coast and a secluded pier with a quaint gazebo, perfect for small wedding parties.

Located on the Pacific side of Mexico, Dreams Los Cabos‘ romantic garden beach gazebo wedding set-up and soft golden sands are ideal for an intimate sunset wedding ceremony and beach reception.

To find more amazing beach destination venues, check out DestinationWeddings.com and browse resorts by inspiration categories.

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Are you stressed out about what to wear for your engagement shoot?

Engagement shoots should be carefree and fun and showcase your style as a couple. A great place to start is by using your theme or location for the shoot as inspiration for your clothing. If you are having your shoot on a beach then bright maxi dresses will really give a summer feel. Shorts, flip-flops and a casual shirt for guys will complement this. Or, if you are really daring, wear your swimsuits!

When it comes to bouquet inspiration, a great place to start is by looking at what blooms are in season. Not only will you be able to see what is available and at their peak for the time of your wedding, but you will also save on costs.  Some flowers are available throughout the year and the colors vary per season. In season blooms will also give you the chance to be inspired by the gorgeous colors in your surroundings, which you can add to your wedding color palette elsewhere.

Spring
Lilacs, Calla Lily, Sweet Pea, Cherry Blossom, Daffodils, White Narcissus, Tulip, Peony, Ranunculus, Cornflower, Hydrangea, Nigella.

The season of renewal, new life and crisp sunshine. With many flowers blooming at this time, it is a great opportunity to take advantage of flowers that are just coming into season. Pastel colors work best for spring bouquets and flower arrangements consisting of soft peach, pale pink and yellow with hints of green.