Want to take your wedding gown around the world?

You know how I've started taking photos of my engagement and wedding rings when I travel?? See them in Mexico, Arizona and Anguilla?

Here's a neat story from Brides.com about a photographer husband who is photographing his bride in her wedding gown on all their travels!






I think this is such a fun idea. Lucky for her, her dress packs light! Check out TwoFeetGallery.com for more photos and scoop on a coffee book they're making.

Honeymoon Dexox Anyone? Unlimited Spa Treatments at Secrets Resorts, Mexico

Wedding planning is exhausting! What could be better than a pampering all-inclusive honeymoon with unlimited spa treatments???

To celebrate the opening of its new spa, Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun, the adults-only, all-inclusive, honeymoon haven in Mexico, is offering the Unlimited Spa Package for guests visiting now through December 23rd. Yeah, there's fine print (four 25-minute treatments per day per person) but still, this is an awesome deal. You'll choose from an array of specialty massages and hydrotherapy treatments at the brand new Secrets Spa by Pevonia. If your guy isn't the pampering type, just grab your bridesmaids and make it a bachelorette getaway.

Planes, Trains and Engagement Photos!

I love this vintage planes and trains engagement shoot by Christina Carroll I spotted on Elizabeth Anne Designs! The groom has his pilot's license and they both love vintage. So awesome, right? Click here to see the post.

The Funniest Love Story Wedding Video Ever!!

If you're still laughing over yesterday's fun wedding dances, you'll love today's Love Story Video - Fresh Hubby of LA which stars the always hilarious Broke-Ass Bride and her new hubby!

Their videography package from Digital Princess Productions included this "love story" which was pre-taped and played at the reception!

How. Much. Fun!!


Check it out:



Or watch it in HD here.

The Most Amazing First Wedding Dance

I think Shana and Rob had the best first wedding dance ever! They choreographed their wedding dance to "I Got You Babe" by Sonny and Cher and they just look like they are having so much fun...


Then, Shana and her bridesmaids did a routine to Beyonce's "Single Ladies" which is also amazing.


Check out their great videos and the whole story on Smitten.

Are you going to choreograph your first dance?

Looking for a unique destination for your engagement photos?

The Globetrotting Groom and I are back Arizona and I'll be posting several entries about our fun-filled trip. Aside from the amazing destination wedding locations in Sedona (stay tuned...), I uncovered a really fun spot for engagement photos in Phoenix.

If you're thinking about a destination engagement shoot with a Southwest flavor, you'll want to check out the Desert Botanical Garden. Now through May 31, they've got a really cool and colorful Dale Chihuly: The Nature of Glass exhibit going on. Aside from the amazing desert backdrop (hello skyscraper cactus!), how cool are these ginormous glass sculptures?

Wedding Photography - Check out this fun confetti shot

I saw this photo on Style Me Pretty and it made me say "WOW" out loud. How cool is this colored confetti?!?! That is, assuming you're not the one to have to clean it all up. Click here to read about this fun and festive wedding.

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Do you have anything fun planned for your wedding exit photo?

Want to look like Dancing With The Stars on your wedding day?

If you still haven't signed up for wedding dance lessons, here's a fun idea. Buy some dancing shoes, grab your partner, head to Vermont this July and attend Ballroom Dance Camp!

You'll learn everything from fox-trot, waltz, tango, rumba, cha-cha and swing with five hours of dance classes each day and daily review sessions. Classes are offered in five levels from beginner to advanced and you'll have the same instructor every day.

Ballroom Dance Camp takes place July 19-24 or July 26-31. For $2,699 per couple, you'll get breakfast, dinner, lodging and group lessons making it a great summer escape.

Wedding Proposal Gone Bad!

Ok, remember how I posted on what a great place the Brooklyn Bridge is for a proposal??

Imagine you're on the pedestrian walkway of the Brooklyn Bridge and your boyfriend is just about to propose.

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He opens the ring box and suddenly the engagement ring falls out and drops through the wood planks down below.

You gasp! Everyone screams!

He climbs down into oncoming traffic to get the ring and miraculously finds it!

Wow! Talk about a happy ending....

In case you missed it, click here to see the Today show video.

After the Honeymoon comes Babymoon Bingo!

I know you're familiar with the terms mini-moon and honeymoon but do you know about babymoons? Well, don't think the vacations end after you're married, your next big adventure might just be the trip before you have a baby, AKA the babymoon!

I've brought in my favorite babymoon expert, Kristy Hall of Two and a Half Travelers, to give some inspiring babymoon ideas as well as things to consider when traveling during pregnancy.


Here's Kristy...

There are countless things people with kids don't tell you before you have a baby. (I think this realization comes to most new mom’s about five minutes after the epidural wears off.)

I personally find it challenging to put into words just how a couple’s relationship changes (for better and worse) after a baby arrives. I’m no relationship expert but as a mom, a wife and a travel professional, I feel qualified to offer one little tidbit of advice to expecting parents -- make time to get away and connect before your baby arrives.

A pre-baby vacation (or babymoon) doesn’t have to be expensive or exotic but it should be romantic and it should be carefully planned to consider:

1) Timing - Since travel is generally discouraged after 32 weeks and many expecting Mom’s feel a little woozy in their first trimester, timing a babymoon is critical. Many women report a little kick of energy in their second trimesters which can translate into a perfect opportunity to take that last vacation before baby arrives. In short, you gotta go, when you gotta go regardless of the season.

2) Travel Style - Balance your normal pregnancy style with your pregnancy travel style. For example, if you normally take independent adventure vacations, you might want to consider a relaxing spa-like destination in a more exotic locale where you could do ½ day trips from the resort.

3) Health - The most important thing about your babymoon is that you feel comfortable with the decisions you've made about travel. Traveling while you are expecting really comes down to common sense. Do your research (or work with someone who can do it for you), talk to your doctor and pay attention to your body and your instincts to ensure that you're comfortable with your decision to travel.

The following handy reference table shows some potential babymoon destinations as determined by common pregnancy travel styles and seasons of the year. Enjoy!


About Us:
Two and a Half Travelers offers ideas, observations and travel booking services related to pre and post baby travel. Kristy, the Mom behind Two and a Half Travelers, lives in Jersey City, NJ with her two-year-old son and her husband.

The most amazing Free Wedding Contest I've ever seen!

Who wants to win a free wedding that includes EVERYTHING and I mean everything!?!?

In addition to the free wedding, you get a free engagement party and rehearsal dinner, free wedding planner, free photo and video packages, all your stationary, decor for all the parties, favors, the officiant, a DJ AND 9-piece band, hair and make up (lashes too), Badgley Mischa shoes, a custom gown and veil, gifts for your bridal party, babysitting, personal training AND a FREE HONEYMOON!!! This is an amazing opportunity so don't delay!!!

StudioWed Atlanta, along with CBS Atlanta and AtlantaOccasions.com, have come together to produce the wedding of a lifetime for one deserving couple. Couples will submit in 500 words or less why they deserve to win a free wedding along with a photo. The winning couple will receive a wedding valued at over $70,000 to include the venue, catering, photography, and more. The wedding will take place at the Atlanta Botanical Garden on the couple’s choice of either Sunday, January 10 or Sunday, January 24, 2010.

Deadline to enter the contest is Wednesday, April 1, 2009. It is open to all Georgia residents. Click here for details and to enter.

You're all dressed up and WHERE?????

Sarah from Wed2010 did a really fun post the other day that featured photos of two of my favorite TV ladies all dressed up in McDonalds!

First was Gossip Girl's Blake Lively and Penn Badgley (Serena and Dan):

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Second was Sex and the City's Carrie and the Russian:

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These pics reminded me of some fun pre-wedding photos the Globetrotting Groom and I took. We got married at a very glamorous venue called Louis XVI (think crystal chandeliers, water views and French waiters) and about 200 feet away is a very beachy take out spot called Nancy's crab shack.

During the planing phase, we kept joking that we were going to stop by for a pre-wedding snack and we did! How fun are these photos? All photo credits go to Belathee Photography.

I just love the expressions.

You can safely say they don't get many brides and grooms.

Are you gonna share that?

I should send these to Snapple!

And off to marry we go...

Are you planning to take any fun pre- or post-wedding shots?

Globetrotting Bride's Top 10 Valentine's Gifts for Couples

Looking for a Valentine's gift for your favorite couple? Check out Globetrotting Bride's top 10 Valentine's gifts for couples:

I don't know if the Globetrotting Groom would actually wear these but I think these I'm with Cupid his and hers PJs are fun.

These From My Heart To Yours pillowcases or couple's keychains would be cute for the couple who lives together.

How about a heart shaped fondue pot for the couple who likes to entertain?

These Inside Out Champagne Glasses are great for celebratory toasts. Why not add some fancy bubbly too?

For the couple looking to light a fire, these Kissing Candle Holders will do the trick. We got them as an engagement gift and they're great.

They say the way to the heart is through the stomach. How about a decadent dinner for two in your home complete with waitstaff to serve and clean up? Sign me up for the Love Conquers All dinner.

And, last but not least, personalized gifts are always a big hit. I love this Conversation Hearts Personalized Mug (on sale) and these adorable love notes.