Expert: Weddings Etc LLC - 1/29/2008

Question
Hello,
i am looking to have a small informal ceremony on the beach with about 50 people.  we then either want to have a party in a house that we rent on the beach or have a sit down dinner.  we are trying to cut down on people and save money.  we want to do this in Connecticut.  Do you have any ideas at all for places to have the wedding or some sites to look on to find venues.? Basically i'm pretty clueless so ANY help you can offer would be great.  Thanks so much and let me know if you need more info- i just didn't want to write a book.  :)

Answer
Hi Carrie,

Here's some websites to check out:
www.myconnecticutwedding.com/sitemap.html
http://www.webforwedding.com/se/Connecticut-weddings.cfm
www.theknot.com

Also check out these CT. magazines:
www.connecticut-weddings.com/wedding_planners.asp
www.free-wedding-magazines.com/wedding-directory/Connecticut
ct.topweddingsites.com
www.brides.com

These should get you started.  Keep in mind that even an informal ceremony needs a lot of planning.  Consider hiring a coordinator to work with you. They can also assist in finding the perfect spot for your ceremony as well as be there to handle any problems.  

Hope this helps.  Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.  You might also check my website for some additional wedding planning information.  www.weddingsbytanya.com