Destination Weddings and Honeymoons

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This past weekend, I threw a big 30th-birthday bash for my hubby. Here are some resources I came across that are super-useful for any event.

Evite OK, so I’m sure you’ve used this site before, but it’s just so great, I have to mention it! While sending out paper invites is still de rigueur for weddings, evite.com is really handy for other activities and parties surrounding your wedding. Free, fun and convenient, it allows your guests to include playful notes in their RSVPs, and it enables you to save contacts in an address book; track views and responses; and send out updates, reminders and even photos after the fact.

Party City You may think you outgrew party stores after age 12, but this party-supply mecca still holds its own for grown-ups. On my way to the paper-plate aisle the other day, I got sidetracked by all the cute accessories they have for bridal showers and bachelorette parties (Scratch a Dare game, anyone?). They even have tons of items for weddings, from favors to unity candles. And if you just need some good old plates, cups and napkins, you’ll find a wide assortment in plain colors and stylish patterns.

Total Wine For wine, beer and liquor, this place is like heaven, with helpful employees, impossible-to-beat prices, and an incredible selection (each store carries around 8,000 types of wine, 2,000 types of spirits and 1,000 different beers). There are locations in nine states, so if your destination do is bringing you to any of them, consider stocking up here, if your venues allow it. They have beer kegs available in various sizes and ales (including craft brews), as well as weekly in-store wine tastings to help you pair your reception meal with the right vintages.

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