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10 Things That Will Make You Fall In Love With Minnesota

10 Things That Will Make You Fall In Love With Minnesota

by Dave Lawrance | blog, Minnesota, Things to do

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and that means that love is in the air! On that note, here are 10 things that will have you falling in love with Minnesota all year round! 1. The Minneapolis Museum of Art If you’re an art lover or just want to...
The 2018 Wedding Trends You Don’t Want To Miss

The 2018 Wedding Trends You Don’t Want To Miss

by Dave Lawrance | Private Charter Cruises, Wedding Events, Weddings

2018 is here, and with the new year comes a whole new set of wedding trends. WeddingWire.com recommends that no matter how modern or trendy you’re setting out to make your wedding, always keep it grounded in traditional elements so that your big day will remain...
5 Minnesota Winter Events to Get You Through The Season

5 Minnesota Winter Events to Get You Through The Season

by Dave Lawrance | blog, Minnesota, Things to do

It’s no secret that Minnesota has seen its share of blustery weather over the years. And why wouldn’t it? The Midwestern state borders Canada and Lake Superior, bringing in plenty of lake effect snow to last a lifetime. It’s that time of year when...
Mother of the groom: What are your roles and responsibilities for the big day?

Mother of the groom: What are your roles and responsibilities for the big day?

by Dave Lawrance | Private Charter Cruises, Wedding Events, Weddings

The bride and her mother often seem to get top billing when it comes to weddings. The bride usually picks big-ticket items such as the colors and the dress, and the bride and groom together make selections such as the venue, the food, the band. While the mother of the...
The Best 2017 (Local) Holiday Gift Guide

The Best 2017 (Local) Holiday Gift Guide

by Dave Lawrance | blog, Celebrations, Gift Giving, Holidays

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But when it comes to holiday shopping, it isn’t always fun (or easy) when shopping for that hard to buy for person in your life. What do you get for the person who has everything? Or, what do you get for the office secret...
The 6 Best Wedding Dinners Your Guests Will Be Thankful For

The 6 Best Wedding Dinners Your Guests Will Be Thankful For

by Dave Lawrance | Private Charter Cruises, Wedding Events, Weddings

Planning the perfect wedding takes time, patience, and plenty of research. An engaged couple wants their wedding to be a dream-come-true for themselves but also a memorable evening for their guests.  After the guests enjoy witnessing the nuptials, they hope to further...
Creative ways to ask, “Will you be a bridesmaid?”

Creative ways to ask, “Will you be a bridesmaid?”

by Dave Lawrance | blog, Celebrations, Personal Events, Wedding Events

It won’t be long after you accept your proposal that wedding planning will be at the forefront of your mind.  While your wedding to-do list will seem immense at first, one of the first things you will have to do in your planning is choose the bridal party that...
DIY: Bridal Bouquets for your Fall Wedding

DIY: Bridal Bouquets for your Fall Wedding

by Dave Lawrance | Celebrations, Personal Events, Wedding Events, Weddings

We looked to one of our favorite wedding/lifestyle bloggers, Lauren Conrad to help with this blog about how you can make your fall wedding one to remember, without breaking the bank! And that all starts with your beautiful floral arrangement- the most beautiful part...
Weddings on the Water: A Style Guide

Weddings on the Water: A Style Guide

by Dave Lawrance | Celebrations, Private Charter Cruises, Wedding Events, Weddings

Getting married on the water is something many brides-to-be dream about. Whether you are getting married on the ocean or on Lake Minnetonka, you can create this dream-come-true wedding no matter where you live. If you are planning a waterfront wedding and reception,...
Your Guide To Planning a Stress-Free Wedding in Less Than a Year

Your Guide To Planning a Stress-Free Wedding in Less Than a Year

by Dave Lawrance | Private Charter Cruises, Wedding Events, Weddings

Fall is here, which means less than a year until the 2018 summer wedding season begins. Wedding planning doesn’t have to take years, and it definitely doesn’t need to be stressful. By booking your wedding events with Paradise Charter Cruises today, you can be on your...
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