The Biggest Loser - Another One Finds Love!

We have covered two weddings from couples who have found love while on the TV show, The Biggest Loser.

Matt & Suzy Hoover met on the show, fell head over heels, got married in Jamaica (featured on our Summer 2007 cover) and now are blessed with having started a family!

In our current issue, you'll see the adorable and romantic story of Amy & Marty Wolff, who tied the knot in St. Lucia after having fell in love on the show.

Image by Baltazar Photography

Is it just me, or is there something more to this show than just reinventing your body, mind and spirit - maybe it's also an aphrodisiac?

Either way, there's more good news coming from Season 6. Michelle Aguilar, just tied the knot to Micha Whitehead in Texas on June 14th, looking slim and smashing in a silk satin off the shoulder gown with a bow detail and rhinestone and crystal beading by Piccione (style 450).

Image by Edmonson Weddings / David, Luke & Lauren

Bridesmaids donned short, sleek dresses from the Alfred Angelo collection, in refreshing summer color Lipstick (Style 6129sn).

Congrats to Michelle and Micha! Best of luck!

Upcoming Bridal Event in Hawaii

If you are in the Honolulu, HI area this Sunday April 26th, stop by Papyrus at the Ala Moana Shopping Mall.

Wedding vendors of all types will be there and for all couples who have an appointment, they can get a swag bag filled with coupons, samples, goodies and of course - a complimentary copy of Destination I Do Magazine.

One of our favorite gown designers will have her hand painted creation "Orchid" on display at the event. Check out Jules Bly's Designs and many other talented wedding vendors in the Honolulu area this Sunday!

Photo by Christiaan Phleger, Gown by Jules Bly, Flowers by Anny Heid Flowers

Spring Bridal Event

April 26th from 12-6pm

Appointment Times are Recommended

Call Melody

808-947-2700

http://www.papyrusonline.com/category/id/102301.do

NEW ON NEWSSTANDS

This issue is one of my favorites! First of all, we had an amazing photo shoot in New Orleans that showcases some show-stopping talent by the city's best (Josh Andrus - photography, Robye Ducote - hair, Brandy Gomez-Duplessis- makeup, Rubener Bautista - jewelry) not to mention one of my closest friends and amazing model Leah Notebaert graced the set at the W French Quarter (which is the hottest spot in NOLA). Our very own Sr. Editor and the original "Anti-Bride," Carolyn Gerin, was an integral part of the entire creative process, right down to our gorgeous cover. Not to mention, she got to interview the famous Austin Scarlett (who is the head designer for Kenneth Pool and was on Season 1 of Project Runway) in her article aptly named "Interview with a Glampire."

This issue showcases destinations that help you keep the luxe and lose the bucks since affordable luxury is all the rage. We feature places right here in the US so you don't have to travel far to say your destination i do's (think Florida, Cali, Vegas, Smokies, the Outer Banks and MANY more). Honeymoon hideaways in the BVI's, Fiji and Mexico are covered as well for the people who are interested in a little seclusion.

If you're interested in reading all about other brides who have done destination weddings, we have several real-life couples telling all. As far as celebrity wedding stories - Teresa Strasser (co-host of the Adam Corolla Show) and Amy and Marty Wolffe from the Biggest Loser both shared their experiences with us.

Trashing the dress, advice from travel agents, wedding planners and etiquette specialists are just a few of the things you're in store for. We've PACKED this issue with helpful editorial and great locations. It's available at Barnes & Noble, many Borders Books and other fine retailers throughout the country. You can also order copies on our web site by visiting www.destinationidomag.com/subscribe. ENJOY!

A Preemptive Thank You

A great way to let your guests know how much their traveling to your destination wedding means to you is by making small gestures to show them.

• Create a wedding web site where guests can log on and be informed. Make sure to include this web site in all your written correspondence including the formal wedding invitation. We love ewedding.com and if you use the promotion code DIDO, you'll get $10 off a one year package.


• Negotiate group discounts on travel and accommodations. Include links to these places on your wedding web site so that they can easily navigate to it. Make sure you explain how to do this thouroughly so that non-computer savvy people can understand it easily.


• Let them know that their presence is their present to you. If you already have all the things you need - and you don't have a ton of things to register - don't do it. Graciously let them know that you understand the expense of their traveling to the destination and explain that their being present is all the gift you need. Some people still may give you gifts, but the gesture will be recognized.


• Pay for as much as you can. If you have a bridal party - consider paying for their attire, if not their accommodations as well. If you don't have a budget for this, maybe just offer an additional meal - a farewell brunch or beach side barbeque is just one less meal they will have to pay for.


• When your guests arrive, make sure you have sent a welcome bag or basket filled with goodies to their hotel. This package should also include a thank you note with the itinerary, directions and any other info they may need. Just go to the reception desk, and drop it off for them. This will require you getting a list of where everyone is staying if not all in one place.

New on Newsstands!

Cover photo by Rebecca Bouck Photography

That's right - it's new! And in my personal opinion, our best yet. This Fall/Winter issue of Destination I Do covers domestic and exotic locations along with a very special celebrity wedding (Chris Kattan and Sunshine Tutt) and an extremely helpful "Guide to Wedding Gowns" giving you an idea on how to dress your shape, not your size.

We have many of our same contributors back again, but also some new faces and places to help you in your quest of planning the greatest day of your life. You'll find helpful editorial on places to tie the knot and are perfect for your rustic chic getaway, spots in the Caribbean that will blow your mind, but not your bank account.

We all know that the economy is putting a strain on our spending - but that shouldn't mean you have to settle. This issue has some great places (such as Thailand) where you can stretch your dollar further but keep the elegance in tact.

You can find the magazine on newsstands nationwide or feel free to order a copy right off our web site!