How to Have Your Wedding in Lake Tahoe

My Wedding in Lake Tahoe, 1998.

Once you decide to set a wedding date, it is time to find a location for your special day. In my case, my husband and I were on a budget, but I wanted to get married by a body of water. The body of water we chose was South Lake Tahoe. There are many places there that have wedding packages to fit any budget. Here are some ideas on how to exchange your wedding vows in South Lake Tahoe, on the beach shore or above the lake.

Instructions

1. You've picked South Lake Tahoe to get married. Now, decide whether you want to have the ceremony on the beach, by the lake or overlooking the lake. There are many locations for you to choose from that offer excellent wedding packages that fit just about any budget. Try to plan the wedding with as much time as possible to get the best dates and locations.

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   The best way to search for an ideal wedding location in South Lake Tahoe is online. It is the convenient way to find what you are looking for. Many sites have detailed photos, panoramic views and floor plans to check out on their websites, along with prices and package information.

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   When you are looking online for the perfect location, most sites will have links for you to click for a free brochure about their wedding plans and services. This is an excellent tool to use so you can see their wedding packages written on paper. You can also put the brochures side by side to make your decision for booking a location easier.

4. Once you have decided on a few locations and prices, take a trip to Lake Tahoe to view the locations. Talk to the owners and ask detailed questions. When you are satisfied with the wedding location, you usually be required to make a deposit for your wedding date and time. If you want, it's also a good time to meet with shops in the area to coordinate other wedding essentials, such as the cake and flowers. Some wedding packages provide all of this and some don't. Make sure you are clear on what is included in the wedding package you've booked.

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   The wedding package I went with in 1998 included a wedding photographer, wedding videographer, ceremony music (guitar), bridal changing suite, seating for up to 20 guests and a cake, appetizers and champagne. I had my sister as my Matron of Honor. If your family and friends live within three hours of Lake Tahoe, then having more than one friend in your wedding party will not be a problem.

6. There are so many Lake Tahoe wedding locations available, it's hard to see how someone wouldn't find the perfect place to start a new life with their loved one.

Tips & Warnings

• Note that the spring and summer is the peak time for weddings so book as early as possible.

• Keep in constant contact with your wedding planner at the wedding location.

• The couple should go up to South Lake Tahoe at least two times before the wedding date.

• Do not fret if you decide to have a wedding package wedding. There is less stress put on you and your fiance, even if you are several hours away from your wedding location.

Resources

• The Lakefront Wedding Chapel and Events
• Sierra Weddings
• Lake Tahoe Weddngs
• The ShoreHouse at Lake Tahoe
• Weddings at Timbercove
• Lakefront Tahoe Wedding Packages