(Courtesy of The Garrison)

Wedding Planning Made Easier

Planning a wedding is an exciting demanding time.  Preparing for this milestone event may require hours of diligent research and coordination.

In the process of designing honeymoons, listening to our clients, and in our own research, we have enjoyed meeting many skilled and dedicated professionals who utilizing their talents will create that extra special touch to make your journey down the aisle and your reception truly memorable.  We are delighted to share these sources with you.

We will be continually adding to this list as we glean additional thoughts from our clients and you.  We welcome your suggestions based on your own experience.  You are encouraged to do your own due diligence and negotiation with the respective representatives.

Day Spa – Feline’s Day Spa, located right in the heart of the Big Apple, will meliorate your pre-wedding jitters with a relaxing massage.  A full range of spa services including manicures, pedicures, and reflexology are available.  Want you bridal party to look their very best?  Be sure to inquire about bridal parties and special engagements.
www.felinedayspa.com
phone:  212 406-7415

Wedding Cake – Lindsey Gamble is the owner of Elegantly Iced and a talented wedding cake designer; her cakes have won rave reviews.   Ask Lindsey to create the “crowning glory” and centerpiece of your reception – your wedding cake. 
elegantlyiced.com/index.html
phone:  718 938-9062

Venues:

In the Hudson Valley, a 300 acre property with sweeping views of the Hudson River, the Garrison, offers wedding parties an intimate setting to make your day so very special.  Private event spaces are available for weddings and celebrations as are a critically-acclaimed fine dining restaurant, day spa, yoga center, and overnight accommodations in their four-room inn.
www.thegarrison.com/weddings.html
phone:  845 424-3604

Pleasantdale Chateaux - Once the private home of an industrial magnate, Pleasantdale Château is now the one of the most exclusive, private and sought-after venues.   Situated in West Orange, New Jersey, on 40 acres of woodlands, meadows, manicured gardens and ponds, Pleasantdale Château an exquisite backdrop for your wedding and reception.
www.pleasantdale.com
phone:  973 731-5600

Wedding Receptions/Rehearsal Dinners:

Planning to be married in Brooklyn, New York, New York City’s growing “in” borough?  Pane e Vino may be just the right restaurant to hold your rehearsal dinner, your wedding reception, or your next day brunch.  Their lovely garden accommodates 60 people; their entire restaurant, 100.  It’s a fun spot, good food, service.  Take a look at their video. 
www.panevinony.com
phone:  718 501-1010

Videographer:

The Garrison suggests the services of this highly skilled videographer, John Miller, who will capture the essence of your wedding experience to share with your loved ones for years to come.
www.johnmillervideography.com
phone:  917-568-4266

Wedding Photography:

David Burton has worked at some of the most prestigious wedding venues including the Pleasantdal Chateaux.  He is also an experienced destination wedding photographer.  David captures the fleeting loving intimate moments shared by newly married couples.
www.davidburtonphoto.com
phone:  917 797-3431

Caterer:

Eventfull.NYC - Do you already have the setting in Manhattan; the Brooklyn communities of Brooklyn Heights, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill and Park Slope; Westchester; Long Island; the Hudson Valley; New Jersey and Connecticut?   This caterer can produce an intimate dinner for a small wedding party up to an affair ranging into the hundreds.  One look at their impressive list of clients will assure you that your wedding guests will be treated to the best.  Take a look at their sample wedding menus.
eventfullnyc.com/weddings.html
phone:  718 624-5877

Band:

The Paladin Jazz Group – I heard this mesmerizing band at a private party recently and was captivated by Joni Paladin’s hauntingly beautiful voice and her band’s renditions on such classics as “Autumn in Vermont.”  She has performed and/or recorded with many great musicians including Stevie Wonder, George Duke, Dizzy Gillespie, Les Paul among others.   The band will charm your wedding guests.   Joni and her band have a unique niche:  they orchestrate surprise marriage proposals. 
www.jonipaladino.com
phone:  917 447-7405

We’d be delighted to add other sources based on your comments; and, of course, your feedback is always welcome.  Please email us at:   info@snugharbourtours.com 
or call 718-858-4239.