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If you're like most couples getting married, you're already pay- ing for more than you anticipated. You may also want to consider using a honeymoon-bridal registry. Things like shore excursions, para- sailing, spa services, and tours all make great wedding gifts. These are becoming more popular as couples Continued from page 11 a grand entrance at the end of the cocktail hour. • Main Dinner Service - With buf- fet-style, chafing dishes will be pre- sented where guests choose from among menu items offered. A sit- down dinner service will allow guests to pick among two or three main courses offered - typically a fish, poultry or beef dish. Salad, soup or some small appe- tizer, like sliced fresh fruit, may also be served. A palate refresher - a lemon sorbet, or something similar - might also be served. This is used to break up the courses and cleanse the tongue of rich flavours so that the next food item will be presented in full flavour. • Cake Service - After the cake- cutting tradition (if the couple opts to do so), a slice of wedding cake will be served to each of the guests. At this time, tea or coffee can also be served. EXTRA TOUCHES getting married these days often have many of the basic household necessities that comprise a tradi- tional gift registry. Once a budget has been estab- lished and you know where you want to go, you need to decide whether you want an all-inclusive package or whether you would pre- fer to be on your own a little more. For those With tight budgets, an all- inclusive honeymoon has the advan- tage of one all-inclusive package price. This includes food, drink, entertainment and most activities at both all-inclusive resorts and on cruises. However, there are usually things After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime event for many. Here are some other services that may be offered to make the wedding extra special. - Gourmet Coffee and Cordial Bar - Espresso, cappuccino and hot chocolate as well as cordials can be offered. • Flambe - A spectacle in presenta- tion, this dessert is set ablaze and served warm to guests. • Viennese Hour (Dessert Bar) - A collection of gourmet cakes, pas- tries, cookies, ice cream, and other treats are offered for guests to indulge. • Gourmet Salads/Top-Notch Cocktails - Some sites will offer the opportunity, to serve more elaborate (and expensive) options at the cock- tail hour. This could include seafood, like lobster, calamari and oysters, in addition to other gourmet culinary choices. • Ice Sculpture - While not a food that are not included for which you will need to pay, such as motorized water sports and shore excursions. If the idea of an all-inclusive hon- eymoon with multiple destinations excites you, then a cruise may be the dream honeymoon for you as the typical seven-day cruise will include four ports-of-call. Now you need to book and pay for this trip. Many honeymoon suppliers offer specials for early booking, which may or may not include air- fare. Many packages that include a flight can offer significant savings because these suppliers buy airline seats in bulk, at a discount and then package hotel and sometimes car adorn their cocktail service table to add flair and drania to the day. When planning your wedding, be sure to discuss your meal prefer- ences with your reception-site coor- dinator. If you have any dietary wishes (i.e. vegetarian meals, kosher preparation, ethnic requirements), make sure you can be accommo- dated.. Remember to have all of your options in writing and the costs spelled out clearly. This is likely to be the most expensive portion of your wedding, so be aware of what you're getting. Then, and most importantly, enjoy the day. rental to give you significant value. Usually these packages need to be purchased from a travel agent or from businesses like the thehoney- moon.com which combine travel agent referral services, the conven- ience of the Internet, honeymoon registry, personal wedding web pages, and honeymoon information at your fingertips — /all from the convenience of your home or office. oar Eone moon piannay Some yo a‘ooe and. eyond evilE receplion Some couples like to go above and per se, some sites also give couples.- beyond at their wedding reception. the option of having an ice sculpture The Citizen. Brides and Grooms. 2006. Page 13.