Your Southern Utah Wedding On A Budget
With its striking red rocks, rising canyons, and all-around stunning desert landscape, it is no wonder so many Utahns and people from all around decide to plan their wedding so that it is set upon this stage.
But as many young couples find when they are planning their special day, a tight budget can soon appear to close off some options to make the occasion as extravagant as you might wish. This can cause additional stress and tension during an already busy time.
Yet it doesn’t have to be that way. Even a modest budget can be stretched a long way in this beautiful area. So, don’t feel constrained by limited finances. Allow me to share some advice on how you can make your St. George wedding as luxurious as you could have ever imagined.
If you are Latter-day Saints and plan to be sealed in the St. George temple, this greatly decreases your overall cost, as you will not have to pay for the ceremonial venue nor will you have to pay the officiator. The same applies if you choose to use an LDS church as your venue.
But if not, never fear. One of the best ways to cut down on the cost of your ceremonial venue and reception location is by having your wedding and accompanying reception during the week rather than the weekend.
This is particularly appropriate if you are having a small celebration and/or you and your guests are mostly locals. If you still aren’t sure if you can swing it on a weekday, choose a time of year when people are more likely to be on vacation anyway–during spring break or summer release.
If you still think a weekend wedding is going to be best, then you absolutely need to plan in advance. Even if the venue charges a flat rate across the board, regardless of the day or season, you can still shave hundreds off hotel reservations, flights, and honeymoon expenses just by being organized and investigating long before the wedding date.
For outdoor wedding options, you might want to look beyond the city itself. The state of Utah is predominantly public land, including state and national parks. Zion and Bryce Canyon provide possibilities for outdoor weddings that are sure to please.
While you must apply for a permit for wedding photography, video, and the ceremony itself, the cost is very fitting for couples operating within a tight budget–plus, the stunning background will set the scene for memories to last a lifetime.
Plus, you will not have to travel far for a stunning honeymoon. Hotels in Moab feature all the amenities you could wish for in a perfect resort with hiking, biking, and equestrian trails right outside. This makes the area great for destination weddings or just to keep your honeymoon close by to cut down on travel costs.
About the Author:
All Gonzo Inn, Moab Utah, (http://www.gonzoinn.com/) hotel rooms are uniquely decorated with superior furnishings, Moab hotel rooms, vibrant colors and hand-selected materials. Art Gib is a freelance writer.
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