Growing Number of Couples Choose to Get Married Abroad

Online, December 19, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Wedding planning company, Snapdragon Weddings, currently covering Wiltshire, Somerset and Avon has recently collaborated with an Italian partner offering the chance to celebrate that special day in Italy: one of the most romantic European locations.

According to a recent survey, as many as one in four couples now choose to marry abroad. Top reasons for this growing trend include: romantic location, more reliable weather as well as being able to combine the wedding with the honeymoon. In addition, couples are finding that it can actually be cheaper to marry abroad than in the UK, making this an exciting option for those wishing to tie the knot.

Snapdragon Weddings offer wedding and civil partnership planning services putting the couple's desires at the centre of the process. It is their belief that every wedding is unique and as such may require varying degrees of professional wedding planning.

For this reason, they offer a wide range of services, from simply helping couples choose their dream venue or finding a supplier they are struggling to locate to planning the wedding from start to finish. Other services include: organising hen/stag celebrations, budget management, invitation and RSVP management, venue decoration as well as on the day coordination.

In understanding that every wedding is unique, Snapdragon Weddings tailor their services offering as much or as little involvement as couples would like. In addition, prospective brides and grooms can benefit form a personlised service at any stage during their wedding planning. A free consultation face to face or over the phone at the couple's convenience is available to help understand their wishes for the special day.

Organising the dream wedding may sometimes be overshadowed by the stress of decision making and trying to avoid disagreements with family and friends. For this reason, it is the company's mission to put the fun back into the planning process making it the exciting and enjoyable experience it should be. In catering to a couple's individual requirements, Snapdragon Weddings stay true to their philosophy: "Your day, your way" in creating an unforgettable wedding day.

The company is pleased to announce their recent collaboration with their partner, Romantic Italian Weddings, giving couples the opportunity to celebrate in style for a memorable day. Kerry Heathcote, Proprietor of Snapdragon Weddings says: "We are very excited to be able to offer weddings in Italy through our new partnership. Kerry goes on to say that: "With some fantastic options for a beautiful ceremony, a stunning villa and setting for the reception and experienced coordinators on hand in the UK and in Italy making sure everything runs smoothly, we hope to be able to make couples' dream weddings a reality!"

They offer a choice of two exclusive use, five star villas in Italy located in Umbria, close to the border of the beautiful Tuscany region. Both Villas are historical buildings, set in scenic locations with the ability to accommodate guests. The villas also provide newly weds with beautifully furnished wedding suites, offering the ideal accommodation for the first night together as husband and wife.

Clients booking through Snapdragon Weddings benefit from a complimentary catered BBQ for guests staying at the villas for a perfect way to celebrate the night before or the day after the wedding. In addition, complete end to end planning is available from the UK though Snapdragon Weddings and their partner in Italy can recommend high quality local suppliers and be on hand to coordinate the wedding. To end the celebrations in style, Snapdragon Weddings can also create a post wedding party in the UK for the newly weds, family and friends. This is a fantastic opportunity for guests unable to make it abroad to join in and congratulate the couple.

Snapdragon Weddings was founded by Kerry Heathcote. With their passion for weddings and flair for design, coupled with extensive experience in organization and budget management, Snapdragon Weddings pride themselves in providing a highly professional service. By getting to know the couple, listening to them and understanding their aspirations for the day, the company is dedicated to creating a dream wedding for all of their clients

For further information visit: http://www.snapdragonweddings.co.uk