A Stress Free Guide To Planning Nova Scotia Weddings

By Patricia Lewis


If you have ever visited Atlantic Canada you know how beautiful the area can be. There are many different types of landscapes within the province of Nova Scotia and many couples have fallen in love with this part of the country. It is no surprise then that many of them opt to plan Nova Scotia weddings even if they are not originally from the province. If you are one such couple, here is what you need to know before you start your planning process.

One thing to think about is what your budget is going to be. Some venues and locations can be quite expensive so knowing how much you have to spend before you start your planning can be a good idea. It can also be helpful if you know roughly how much of your budget you want to allocate to different elements of your celebration so that you can keep your spending on target.

One thing that many couples do is decide on a theme or feel for your wedding. This will help you choose venues, clothing, musicians and other service providers from among the many choices that Nova Scotia has to offer. A wedding in the Maritimes can range from a rustic, country celebration to a sleek and polished urban affair in the heart of Halifax.

While you may like the idea of getting married in a church and having a reception at an event space, you might want to think about tying the knot at a resort instead. This may make the planning process easier and make it possible for out of town guests to find a place to stay. A resort will be able to cater your dinner and many of them will have beautiful spots on the grounds for your ceremony to take place.

Smaller celebrations may not need a conventional setting. If you talk to some of the local wedding planners, chances are they will have suggestions about local restaurants, theaters and other venues that can help you have a memorable and unique celebration. There are also a number of gorgeous locations where you can have your photographs taken.

Of course, if many of your guests are coming from away for your marriage celebration you may want to plan other activities for your group to take part in. History buffs may love the idea of a trip to Lunenburg or to historic sites like the Citadel. Animal lovers may want to take in a whale watching tour or visit a wildlife sanctuary instead. There are many different options for you and your guests to choose from.

One thing to think about is the time of year when you will get married. While the summer does have the best weather it can also be an expensive time of year. This is because it is the tourist high season and many venues and hotels get booked up quickly. If you want to get married at this time of year you may need to book well in advance or get married during the week instead of on a weekend.

If you are living outside of the province and you want help planning your wedding, a wedding planner can be a huge help. A resort may have a planner on staff that will help you coordinate your celebration. You will be able to tie the knot in a beautiful setting and create memories that will last you and your spouse a lifetime.




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