I was wondering if any of you went to Vegas to get married? If so how did you like it? Any regrets, it sounds so simple and fun. I was thinking of scratching the whole wedding in Kansas idea and doing it in Vegas because of my busy schedule. My family seems to be ok with it as long as when we come home we have some sort of reception with family and friends.
2007-01-09 06:46:41 · 8 answers · asked by Amy T 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
We got married at the Bellagio in September and it was fantastic - our package gave us an hour for the wedding and pictures, but as ours was the last ceremony of the day we were not rushed out. It was very romantic, and the photographs are great.
We chose Vegas as you can go for a package - they find the minister, photographer, videographer and florist for you. You can also choose exactly what you want to spend - anything from $25 for a drive through, to tens of thousands of dollars for a top of the range ceremony with all the trimmings. You can choose anything from traditional - simple or eleborate, or themed - anything from Star Trek to Rocky Horror. There are literally hundreds of wedding packages to choose from, and over 70 chapels - you're going to find something that's right for you.
We also had a party for friends and family when we got back home - it was great fun.
The link below lets you view every wedding chapel in Vegas, search every wedding package by cost and theme/traditional ceremony, and search reception venues by cost and cuisine.
Good luck!
2007-01-10 00:16:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eloped to Vegas in 2000. Truly the most boring Vegas wedding ever, but we were happy with it. We got our marriage license, and then walked a block and half to the Justice of the peace office. Took less than 30 mins from start to finish. Got the job done, and then we ran off the hotel....
I wanted to get married in the drive thru wedding w/ comical bride and groom hats on, but he thought that would be tacky. Ah well, I still got to marry the man I love. In the end it was all that mattered.
In April it will be 7 years.
Edit - I would like to say that Vegas also offers wedding packages at the hotels. I was looking at the one at the Belagio hotel just the other day for a different poster. The package deal was incredible. It had everything. (Massages, spa treatments, hair make up, flowers, 2 nights in a penthouse suite., etc...on and on.)
Link: http://www.bellagiolasvegas.com/pages/frameset_flash.asp
2007-01-09 06:58:48 · answer #2 · answered by Poppet 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was thinking about doing one; becuase it is cheaper than a full on wedding; but my sister told me of every single wedding she has been to in Vegas as all being the same (she has been to 5). You have a very limited time in the chapel, your guests are rushed into the chapel, and if they are not in by a certain time, then too bad. They get through the ceremony and rush you right out to get the next group in. If it is just basically you and your fiancee and no one else there, there are a few places in Vegas that are not rushed and quit lovely and unique. Like at the Venetian they offer for just a couple to get married on a special gondola. It is quite charming and different. Just remember that your wedding is your special day that you can not relive, and being without close friends and family may be a sadness to you that day.
2007-01-09 06:54:12 · answer #3 · answered by Firienscatha 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My Vegas wedding was great...it was very traditional despite the Vegas atmosphere. We were married at the Paris Las Vegas and had everything from my dad walking me down the aisle, unity candle, photos, everything a traditional has for about $3000 (which also included two nights in a luxury suite).
2007-01-09 14:45:25 · answer #4 · answered by Jenny 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have not had a Vegas wedding but I think that it is a great idea. I think that when most people plan weddings they forget that it is supposed to be what works and what is best for the bride and groom. It is supposed to be a celebration of your new life together as husband and wife. It is not meant to make relatives/friends happy. Congratulations!
2007-01-09 06:57:54 · answer #5 · answered by akaweetweet 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never, ever, take for granted or lightly a day that will change you for the rest of your life. NO one is too busy to get married like they want to.. I don't care how important you are or think you are...you have to set your priorities...When you look back at your wedding day, what do you want for your memories..a "quickie" in 'Vegas or a day to remember with family and friends...????
I am 47 years old, have been married three times (divorced from number one, widowed by number two, and now married to my soul mate and childhood sweetheart)...had my husband and I gotten married in 'Vegas, I would not now have the warm and wonderful memories of that very special day, that I also got to spend with family that have since passed....think about it....
2007-01-09 07:02:25 · answer #6 · answered by Toots 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Vegas is awesome.... we did it 18 years ago and I think we probably had more fun and a lot less stress then the big hoopla... I highly recommend it!
2007-01-09 06:55:47 · answer #7 · answered by Tina Z 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do it. You will have fun. My bro and sis-in-law did, and I'd do it if I got married again.
2007-01-09 06:54:34 · answer #8 · answered by justbeingher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋