Destination Weddings & Honeymoons 2009 Media Kit

destination weddings & honeymoons editorial departments and Sections Destination Weddings & Honeymoons is the travel magazine for brides and grooms, devoted to the unique needs of the independent, trendsetting bride planning her dream destination wedding and honeymoon. In addition to an everan aloha affair changing array of in-depth feature articles, each issue of DWH includes: For brides dreaming of a tropical wedding, Hawaii — with its killer scenery, balmy weather and festive aloha culture — has long been an idyllic choice. But while it may be easy to picture yourselves exchanging leis to the peaceful plinks of a ukulele, knowing just where to set that scene can be mind-boggling. To suit couples of every style, we narrow down the wealth of resort options to six of the best. Tatiana Beitashour and Kyle Berger wed in Kauai on May 25, 2007. Opposite: Grand Wailea Resort’s Seaside Chapel at night. How to marry We spotlight a particular destination for extensive wedding coverage, with details on marriage-license requirements, guest activities, great resorts for weddings away and more. Lively and informative, it presents expert advice from onsite wedding planners and real brides, giving readers all they need to know to tie the knot in that locale. BY TARA BRADLEY & ERIKA HUENEKE 72 fall 2008 73 How to marry Bride ideas We single out seven to 10 innovative services or items, from new ceremony sites to musthave products, to help couples orchestrate their destination wedding. Also included is an in-depth theme page on a specific topic relating to wedding travel, such as bacheloretteworthy spas or resort chapels. bride ideas at a Glance This popular, two-page chart breaks down a single destination by region, offering specific recommendations on wedding settings, hotels, attractions, rehearsal-dinner venues and more. Short, sweet and convenient, it’s a must-have pullout for any couple marrying away. VEIL MAIL ou’re busy surﬁng wedding sites and dreaming up group excursions — who has time to shop for a veil? Now you can choose one at the ofﬁce while browsing online — and even customize it to your exact preferences. At , a company offering a variety of bridal accessories, pick from 10 different cuts, including destination-friendly options like cage veils and shoulder-length styles. From there, select the width, length and edging (options include metallic thread, satin and ribbon). Then decide on your color — white, ivory, champagne, peach, pink blush and more. Add the ﬁnishing touches with your choice of crystal, pearl and rhinestone accents or a detachable blusher. Specialty designs are also available with delicate traces of embroidery, sequins and beads. Prices begin at $38, and standard delivery takes two days to two weeks. — Erika Hueneke Y fall 2008 51 Bride ideas Real Weddings We feature real-life weddings around the globe in both our I Do, I Do feature and our Real Brides, Real Advice department. Through actual brides’ stories and photos, readers are inspired, informed and given ideas on elements such as destination, decor, dress, event sites, local traditions and more. global style once upon a time Accents for a princess-worthy party Global Style This product department explores the look and feel of a particular destination by showcasing bridal fashion, wedding-day accessories, reception decor and registry items, creating a visual profile of everything a bride needs to complement a wedding in that locale. Waterford Crystal Frog Prince crystal frog, $115 Art.com “The Princess Sleeps Here” print, $11.99 Judith Leiber Asscher diamond pendant, $21,950 Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings white-chocolate castle cake topper, $285 Ralph Lauren Purple Label coat, $5,295, vest, price on request, tie, $175, shirt, $395, and pants, $1,195 Kirstie Kelly for Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings Snow White gown, price on request Vera Wang Princess eau de toilette fragrance, 1.7-ounce bottle, $52 FashionCraft Cinderella Fairytale place-card holder, from $0.86 Beaudry cushion diamond ring, price on request Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupé, one-day rental, $2,500 fall 2008 39 Global Style Love at Large Ten short, timely and entertaining reads give the inside scoop on where to stay and what to see, eat and do on the honeymoon scene worldwide. It’s designed to enlighten readers on destinations already popular with honeymooners, as well to introduce the reader to places they may not have considered. love at large DIRTY WORK destination Spotlight ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE RESORT’s Elephant Camp, nestled on 160 acres where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet, is home to 29 out-of-work domestic elephants (and a baby on the way). The logging ban in the region caused a decline in work for the elephants, often forcing them — and the mahouts who train them — to beg on city streets. Thankfully, the resort, in conjunction with the Thai Elephant Conservation Center, has created a haven for these elephants and their mahouts by providing opportunities for guests to get up close and personal with these playful pachyderms. Through the resort’s three-day mahout training class, you can help bathe and feed the elephants (they’re particularly fond of bamboo and sugar cane) and teach them basic verbal commands like “pai” (go forward) and “how” (stop). Then you’ll test your skills on a trek with your “ele” through bamboo groves and rice paddies. When you’re not enjoying the creatures, spend some downtime lazing by the inﬁnity pool, soaking in your oversized tub (room for two!) or enjoying the jungle views from your balcony. Packages from $445, double occupancy (breakfast included). — Lori Barbely This mini-feature focuses on a favorite honeymoon destination, highlighting the locale’s vibe, resort scene, romantic restaurants, must-do activities and more. It saves the reader hours of research time, cutting each destination down to what matters most. Love at Large fall 2008 123 http://www.Art.com

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