We’ve all traveled to that wedding where we arrived just in time for the
ceremony and left after a quick brunch the next day. Was it worth it? Probably.
Did you get any quality time with the bride and groom and their loved ones?
Probably not. Did you get to explore the cool place you just traveled to?
Highly unlikely.
The three day wedding just might be the solution. If your guests are
getting in a car and driving a distance or traveling on a plane, why not make
the event into a real get-a-way for them? And I don’t mean a packaged
destination wedding on a tropical island—that’s something else entirely. I’m
talking about inviting all your guests to spend at least three days on your
turf.
Spread the wedding events out and let your friends and family relax and
get to know each other in the process. With all this time for casual
conversation and meandering around your town or city, your celebration will
build camaraderie and love as the days go on. And it doesn’t have to cost a
fortune.
Here’s a sample itinerary:
Thursday Night: Rehearsal Dinner—keep it small and
intimate. Momentum will build.
Friday Late
Afternoon/Evening: Backyard BBQ. At your house, in the park or at your wedding venue, whatever’s
easy. Encourage out of town guest to arrive in time for the BBQ. Casual food
and drinks are shared and the stage is set for the weekend.
Saturday: Explore the local town. Let your guests go out on
their own while you get yourself ready. Suggest your favorite brunch spot, hike
or not to miss bakery.
Saturday Evening: Wedding
ceremony and reception. Here comes the bride.
Sunday: Brunch open house. Invite everyone over to
your house or again at the wedding venue for a buffet brunch. By that time everyone will be
friends, have shared some laughs, some drinks, maybe some tears, and will have
a good sense of how you’re all connected.
If you can stretch the wedding out over a
few days and let your guests relax into the experience, the deeper their
connection will be to your wedding, forever. And probably the more likely it
will be for them to come back and visit you on your turf that they’ve grown to
love.
Ringwood Hall Hotel love to work with you to create your dream wedding, so whether you're looking for a traditional day event or a three-day celebration - we can help!
Call our professional wedding team today on 01246 280077
Ringwood Hall Hotel love to work with you to create your dream wedding, so whether you're looking for a traditional day event or a three-day celebration - we can help!
Call our professional wedding team today on 01246 280077
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