Picking the Right Place

When planning a wedding in New Hampshire the location is very important. There are many lovely places to have events such as the clear lakes and the lush White Mountains. But how do you choose the right one?

If your guests are coming from far away pick a place that is easy to get to. Portsmouth is on the coast and has a maritime charm while Concord and Manchester are in the middle. Make sure that everyone can easily get to the barn or ballroom you choose.

Making arrangements for where to stay

You have a place to hold the event but where will everyone sleep? If your guests have comfortable and easy to reach places to stay it can make a big difference in how much they enjoy their stay.

You might want to think about reserving a block of rooms at a hotel or resort nearby. This will help guests book their own rooms more easily. Venues often work with hotels and motels nearby to give people discounts. Concord and Portsmouth have a lot of great hotels and bed and breakfasts for wedding parties.

Planning your wedding weekend schedule

The key to a stress free weekend is to be organized. Plan out everything in detail so you have time to relax at the party.

Tell your guests to come the day before the wedding. This gives everyone time to relax look around and join you for drinks or a casual dinner. It makes the weekend seem more laid back.

Give people work to do

Ask the bridal party to help with different tasks such as greeting guests or handing out welcome kits. Not only does this save you time but it also makes your closest friends and family feel more involved.

Give it a little local flavor

Add seasonal foods from your area to your menu. For instance you could have a fall feast with pumpkin dishes or a summer party with fresh berries and seafood. Local florists can get you flowers that are in season in your area which will make your celebration feel more real.

When they have some free time tell guests to look at the things to do in New Hampshire. Hiking kayaking on a lake or visiting a historic site are some of the things they can do to make their trip better. The New Hampshire State Parks site is a great place to find things to do outside for instance.

You might want to give gifts that are special to New Hampshire like pottery made by hand or maple syrup from the area. It's a nice touch that will stay with your guests and is connected to the area.

Planning a wedding weekend in New Hampshire doesn't have to be hard. If you take the time to think about it and get ideas from the area you can plan a small personal celebration that shows off your love story and the beauty of the Granite State. This weekend is just as much about making memories as it is about celebrating love.