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Ashley and Colin’s Date Night Inspired Florida Elopement: Mopeds, Cocktails and Key Lime Pie by Anna Holden Photo
Ashley and Colin were married on 9th September 2025 in Key West, Florida. Their Key West...
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Aug
2026
Italy has long been a destination that captures the imagination of romantics, artists and travellers alike. Its cities tell stories through magnificent architecture, masterpieces hanging in centuries-old galleries and lively piazzas where daily life unfolds at an unhurried pace. Few journeys showcase the country’s beauty better than one that links Venice, Florence and Rome, with Tuscany providing a peaceful countryside escape in between. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, celebrating a special occasion or simply searching for inspiration, this route offers an unforgettable blend of culture, scenery and timeless charm.
There is something undeniably magical about arriving in Venice. Without cars or busy motorways, the city moves to the gentle rhythm of its canals, where elegant gondolas and traditional boats glide beneath graceful stone bridges.
St Mark’s Square is often the first stop for visitors, yet some of Venice’s greatest pleasures are found away from its busiest landmarks. Wandering through quiet neighbourhoods reveals hidden courtyards, colourful houses and tiny cafés where locals enjoy their morning espresso.
As evening approaches, the city’s narrow waterways reflect the warm glow of historic buildings, creating one of Europe’s most enchanting settings for an evening stroll.
One of the joys of exploring Italy is how quickly the scenery changes. Coastal lagoons gradually give way to rolling vineyards, cypress-lined hills and medieval villages that appear untouched by time.
Many visitors choose trains from Venice to Florence, enjoying a comfortable and scenic journey that allows them to appreciate northern Italy’s countryside without the stress of driving. Watching the landscape unfold from the window becomes part of the experience itself, building anticipation for the artistic treasures waiting in Tuscany.
Florence remains one of the world’s greatest cultural capitals. During the Renaissance, the city became a centre of innovation, attracting artists, architects and thinkers whose influence shaped European history.
Walking through Florence feels like stepping into an open-air gallery. Elegant palaces line the streets, statues decorate public squares and magnificent churches showcase remarkable craftsmanship. The city’s famous museums house works by Michelangelo, Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci, but artistic beauty extends far beyond gallery walls.
Small workshops continue traditions that have been practised for generations, producing handcrafted leather goods, jewellery and decorative paper that reflect Florence’s enduring creative spirit.
No exploration of Italy’s artistic heart feels complete without arriving in Rome. The capital combines the remains of one of history’s greatest empires with elegant Baroque fountains, Renaissance churches and vibrant modern neighbourhoods.
Travelling aboard the train from Florence to Rome provides an effortless transition between two cities that have each shaped Italy’s cultural identity in different ways.
The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Pantheon reveal extraordinary engineering achievements that continue to inspire visitors centuries later. Beyond these famous monuments, lively districts such as Trastevere offer winding streets filled with family-run restaurants, artisan shops and welcoming cafés.
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Aug
2026
Package names are often the least useful part of a photo booth quote. One supplier’s “signature” package may include an attendant, prints and a full gallery; another may use the same label for a self-service booth with digital files only. The difference usually appears in the small print, just where it is easiest to miss.
A complete package includes everything needed to create the experience you were shown, from arrival and set-up to the final gallery, with clear responsibilities if the venue, timings or technology cause a problem. Decide what you want guests to do and what you want to keep afterwards, then compare each quote against that brief.
First, ask the supplier to describe the booth in plain English. Is it a digital drop-off booth that guests operate themselves, a staffed open-air camera booth, a print booth, a mirror experience, a roaming booth or a 360 video platform? These formats create different images, need different amounts of space and move guests through at different speeds.
A professional supplier may build a digital or self-service setup around compact iPad photo booth systems, while another may use a separate camera, lighting and printer. Couples are booking the finished service; the equipment choice belongs to the supplier and should help explain what the package can deliver. Ask whether guests will make still photos, GIFs, short videos or a mixture, and whether prints are produced on site.
Do not judge quality from a styled hero image alone. Request a complete gallery from a wedding with similar lighting and, if possible, a similar venue. Look at group shots, darker reception hours and ordinary guest sessions as well as the best few photographs.
“Backdrop included” can mean anything from a choice of several full-size backdrops to one standard cloth. Confirm the exact design, dimensions and finish, and ask whether installation is included. If you plan to use a flower wall, neon sign or attractive venue feature instead, check the camera distance and lighting before removing the supplier’s backdrop from the quote.
Props should suit the celebration rather than arrive as an anonymous box. Ask whether they are physical or digital, whether you can approve the selection and whether signs or handheld items will be easy for all guests to use. Custom artwork also belongs in this brief: the welcome screen, photo overlay and print design should use the correct names, date, colours and crop. Put the artwork approval deadline in writing.
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Aug
2026
I am taking you back to Thailand today for the stunning wedding of Camilla and Jonathan who were married on 15th November 2024 at THE SURIN, Phuket in Thailand. They had 38 guests and it took 1 year to plan. For Camilla and Jonathan, their wedding was all about creating an intimate celebration that felt relaxed, personal and full of experiences they could share with the people closest to them. They chose the beautiful Surin Phuket for their destination wedding, bringing together just 38 guests for a tropical celebration by the sea. After a year of planning, their vision came to life through a romantic mix of boho, coastal and rustic details, with warm natural textures and a soft sunset-inspired palette.
Rather than following every wedding tradition, Camilla and Jonathan focused on what mattered most to them: good food, music and having an unforgettable time together. Their guests enjoyed a Thai dinner, live music during the ceremony and cocktail hour, followed by a surprise fire show that kicked off a night of celebration. Even the traditional wedding cake was skipped in favour of investing in entertainment and experiences — perfectly reflecting the easy-going spirit of their day. Big thanks to photographer Pik Pongpol and planner Wedding Boutique Phuket for the gorgeous submission.
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Aug
2026
When you’re deep in the throes of wedding planning, it’s easy to spend all your energy on the big-ticket decisions: the venue, dress, guest list. However, there’s one detail that gets left until the last minute, even though it shapes your entire day: what time should the celebration end? Too early, and you risk cutting the party short as everyone’s hitting their stride on the dance floor. Leave things too open-ended, and you might run into venue curfews, exhausted vendors, or a breakdown and cleanup that eats into the next morning.
There’s no single right answer here, but there is an answer for you, your venue, and the kind of night you’re hoping to have. So, before you pencil in a finish time without much thought, let’s look at what’s worth considering.
Before you get too attached to the idea of dancing until 2am, it’s worth checking what your venue and city will allow. Many UK venues have licensing restrictions on how late music can play, particularly if there are neighbours nearby or the venue sits in a residential area.
Sara Landon, Owner & Principal Planner at Sara Landon Events, says, “Couples should first consider any venue restrictions or local noise ordinances, as these may create a firm end time regardless of how long they would like the celebration to continue.”
It’s an unglamorous first step, but getting the practical stuff sorted early saves you from planning your dream send-off around a time that was never available. A quick conversation with your venue coordinator should tell you what you’re working with, so you can build the rest of your timeline around a realistic number.
The time of year you’re getting married has a bigger impact on your timeline than you might expect, especially if outdoor photos are part of the plan. A summer wedding gives you a long window well into the evening, but a winter one means the sun could be down by 4pm.
“Another thing couples don’t always take into consideration is the time of year and the lighting available for photography,” confirms Hattie Kearney, Wedding Planner at Peach Perfect Weddings. “If you start your wedding too late, especially during the autumn or winter months, your window for good natural light is much shorter. During the summer, however, there’s usually more flexibility to have a later wedding.”
If those natural-light photos matter to you, it’s worth working backward from sunset rather than forward from your ceremony time. That might mean adjusting your ceremony start or building in a slightly earlier photo slot, so you’re not left scrambling for light once the sun’s down.
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Aug
2026
Hello you lovely people and welcome to the middle of the week, how are you all? Today I am taking you to Switzerland for the gorgeous outdoor wedding of Curry and Benj. This wedding is full of love, laughter and the most exquisite hand painted dress. Curry and Benj wanted a venue that gave them an outdoors option as well as the rustic barn, this they found in Maxililian in Solothurn. They chose a colour scheme of blue, white and green with the blue being mirrored in Curry’s stunning hand painted gown, which is totally breathtaking. Adding in their own personal details this wedding oozes personality and of course a whole lot of love. All captured perfectly by Stephanie Wittmer.
Curry and Benj were married on 20th September 2025 at Maxililian in Solothurn, Switzerland. Benj stumbled across Maxililian whilst searching online, and it immediately felt right. The combination of a marquee and a barn spoke to both of them — Benj grew up in the Jungwacht Blauring (the Swiss equivalent of scouts), with summers spent in tents, and was raised in a village where barns were simply part of life. On a more practical note, the venue offered everything under one roof: catering, décor, and contingency plans for bad weather. There was no need for a wedding planner — just one point of contact, and everything flowed from there. We had 70 guests and it took roughly a year and a half, though it was more of a steady start-stop than a relentless march of spreadsheets. They secured the venue early — by that point, only three weekend dates remained — and locked in the most important elements first: the venue, the wedding dress, the officiant, and the photographer. Everything else followed at its own pace.