Your wedding day is one that you will remember for the rest of your life. Instead of stressing out over all the details, why not have your wedding and the reception at a beautiful country club? Wedding receptions at country clubs take all the pressure off you, and bring back all of the fun that will take place on your special day. There are many benefits that come with hosting country club receptions.
One benefit is the beauty that pervades the grounds of the country club. You might choose to have your reception inside the chic clubhouse or outdoors in the verdantly landscaped grounds. Details that add to the outdoor splendor are flower arrangements that suit the color scheme of your wedding, as well as the geography of the surrounding area, be it stunning mountains or pristine forests. A clubhouse offers distinguished architecture, wide windows, chandeliers, and many other beautiful amenities that will make your day memorable.
Another advantage to hosting your reception at a country club is the personalized service you will receive from the entire staff. You will be treated to professional consultants, whose job is to plan receptions. They will think of every aspect of your reception to make sure that all details have been considered, planned for, and implemented so that you will not have to worry about anything.
A further important boon to the wedding reception hostess is the catering staff that is ready to help you at your choice of country club. Wedding receptions often center around food, including the all-important cake, so it is important to have a skillful and experienced caterer with whom you can share your ideas of what you would like, and then let the catering professionals take care of the rest. The catering staff can assist you in menu selection, so you are sure to have palate pleasers for every course you serve. They are delighted to also aid you in selecting decor, from napkins to centerpieces, as well as seating arrangements and even entertainment. They have the answers all in one spot for all of your reception needs, which is one big benefit for holding your reception at a country club.
Country clubs also make great places to hold receptions because they offer everything you need in one place. You can hold the actual wedding ceremony there, and then the reception afterward. You will need a location that has ample dressing rooms for your entire wedding party on the day of the wedding, so a country club can amply provide for your needs. They are wonderful locations for rehearsal dinners or bridal showers before the big day as well, offering an elegant setting that you and your guests are sure to enjoy.
By: Anne Harvester
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Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Lucknow Travel Guide
Lucknow, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, is located on the banks of the Gomti River. Lucknow could be termed the cultural center of northern India where people are too polite and have their own charming culture and tradition, difficult to find elsewhere. The beautiful city with parks, palaces, gardens and imposing architectural monuments, Lucknow became one of the most celebrated centers of Oriental opulence, music, dance, drama, poetry and scholarship during its glorious days of Nawabs (1775 AD - 1856 AD). The land of endearing 'Pehle Aap' Tehzeeb (culture), Lucknow is also renowned for its silks, perfumes, jewelry, mouth-watering cuisines, and nawabi etiquettes.
The peace and prosperity under the governance of the nawabs brought about a cultural renaissance in Avadh. Musicians and dancers flocked to Lucknow giving birth to new musical forms and instruments under the patronage of the royalty. Art form like Kathak, Thumri, Khayal, Dadra, Qawalis, Ghazals and Shero Shairi saw their finest hour. In this era major stress was laid on even minor detail like the art of dressing, apparels (libaas) and jewelry all symbolic of a genteel lifestyle.
Places of Tourist Attraction:
Bara Imambara
Built in 1784 by the fourth Nawab of Oudh, Asaf-ud-Daula, the Bara Imambara is Lucknow’s most famous monument. An Imambara is where Muslims commence celebrations for the festival of Muharram. The main hall of the Imambara is 50m long and 15m high, without any pillars to support its ceiling. A balcony runs along the inside of the hall which is built in such a way that even the faintest whisper anywhere in it can be heard across the hall. A labyrinth called Bhool Bhullaiyya adjoins the main hall on the first floor. Towards the left of the main building is a baoli (step-well) connected by tunnels to the river, Gomti. Legend has it that a great treasure lies undiscovered in these tunnels. Within the Bara Imambara compound are mausoleums of Asaf-ud-Daula and his family.
Clock Tower
Opposite the Husainabad Imambara is the 67 metre high clock tower and the Husainabad Tank. The clock tower was built between 1880 and 1887.
Picture Gallery
Also facing the Husainabad Tank is a baradari or summer house, also built by Ali Shah. Now restored it houses portraits of the various Nawabs of Oudh.
Jami Masjid
West of the Husainabad Imambara is the great Jami Masjid mosque. One of Lucknow's few buildings of real architectural merit it has two minarets and three domes. Construction was commenced by Muhammad Ali Shah but completed after his death. This is one of the few mosques in India which is not open to non-Moslems.
British Residency
The Residency became the stronghold of the British for 87 days during the Revolt of 1857, and is now in ruins. Within its walls are numerous stories related to the siege, when 3,000 British men, women and children escaped from their homes to seek refuge in these red brick buildings. They fought Indian sepoys, the blistering heat and disease, until Sir Colin Campbell defeated the Indian forces on November 17. Only 1,000 of those who had taken shelter in the Residency survived. What remains of the Residency has now been converted into government offices and a museum. Within the complex are graves of British soldiers who died fighting the Indian troops.
Husainabad Imambara
Also known as the Chota or 'small' Imambara, it was built by Muhammad Ali Shah in 1837 to serve as his own mausoleum. This white-domed mausoleum boasts chandeliers, gilded mirrors, colorful stucco, and replicas of the tombs at Karbala. The large courtyard encloses a raised rectangular tank with small imitations of the Taj Mahal on each side. One of them is the tomb of Muhammad Ali Shah's daughter, the other that of her husband. The main building of the Imambara is topped with numerous domes, the main one is golden, and minarets, while inside are the tombs of Ali Shah and his mother.
Lucknow Shopping
Lucknow shopping is a paradise for bargain lovers, literally. It doesn’t have many malls or fancy showrooms, but has many bazaars where you can get pretty good deals if you’re willing to bargain. The Chowk and Aminabad are the famous bazaars in the city. You get antiques at fairly lower prices, but bargaining is a must. One of the posh streets and markets of Lucknow is the Heritage Hazratganj, full of high-end hotels and shops. You can get the latest fashions and handicrafts on this glittering street.
How to Get There:
Air
Indian Airlines connects Lucknow with Delhi, Patna, Calcutta and Mumbai.
Rail
Lucknow is an important junction of the Northern and North Eastern Railways of India.
Road
Lucknow is well connected with some major cities like Agra (363 km), Allahabad (225 km), Calcutta (985 km), Delhi (497 km), Kanpur (79 km) and Varanasi (305 km)
By: Vinay Chaubey
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The peace and prosperity under the governance of the nawabs brought about a cultural renaissance in Avadh. Musicians and dancers flocked to Lucknow giving birth to new musical forms and instruments under the patronage of the royalty. Art form like Kathak, Thumri, Khayal, Dadra, Qawalis, Ghazals and Shero Shairi saw their finest hour. In this era major stress was laid on even minor detail like the art of dressing, apparels (libaas) and jewelry all symbolic of a genteel lifestyle.
Places of Tourist Attraction:
Bara Imambara
Built in 1784 by the fourth Nawab of Oudh, Asaf-ud-Daula, the Bara Imambara is Lucknow’s most famous monument. An Imambara is where Muslims commence celebrations for the festival of Muharram. The main hall of the Imambara is 50m long and 15m high, without any pillars to support its ceiling. A balcony runs along the inside of the hall which is built in such a way that even the faintest whisper anywhere in it can be heard across the hall. A labyrinth called Bhool Bhullaiyya adjoins the main hall on the first floor. Towards the left of the main building is a baoli (step-well) connected by tunnels to the river, Gomti. Legend has it that a great treasure lies undiscovered in these tunnels. Within the Bara Imambara compound are mausoleums of Asaf-ud-Daula and his family.
Clock Tower
Opposite the Husainabad Imambara is the 67 metre high clock tower and the Husainabad Tank. The clock tower was built between 1880 and 1887.
Picture Gallery
Also facing the Husainabad Tank is a baradari or summer house, also built by Ali Shah. Now restored it houses portraits of the various Nawabs of Oudh.
Jami Masjid
West of the Husainabad Imambara is the great Jami Masjid mosque. One of Lucknow's few buildings of real architectural merit it has two minarets and three domes. Construction was commenced by Muhammad Ali Shah but completed after his death. This is one of the few mosques in India which is not open to non-Moslems.
British Residency
The Residency became the stronghold of the British for 87 days during the Revolt of 1857, and is now in ruins. Within its walls are numerous stories related to the siege, when 3,000 British men, women and children escaped from their homes to seek refuge in these red brick buildings. They fought Indian sepoys, the blistering heat and disease, until Sir Colin Campbell defeated the Indian forces on November 17. Only 1,000 of those who had taken shelter in the Residency survived. What remains of the Residency has now been converted into government offices and a museum. Within the complex are graves of British soldiers who died fighting the Indian troops.
Husainabad Imambara
Also known as the Chota or 'small' Imambara, it was built by Muhammad Ali Shah in 1837 to serve as his own mausoleum. This white-domed mausoleum boasts chandeliers, gilded mirrors, colorful stucco, and replicas of the tombs at Karbala. The large courtyard encloses a raised rectangular tank with small imitations of the Taj Mahal on each side. One of them is the tomb of Muhammad Ali Shah's daughter, the other that of her husband. The main building of the Imambara is topped with numerous domes, the main one is golden, and minarets, while inside are the tombs of Ali Shah and his mother.
Lucknow Shopping
Lucknow shopping is a paradise for bargain lovers, literally. It doesn’t have many malls or fancy showrooms, but has many bazaars where you can get pretty good deals if you’re willing to bargain. The Chowk and Aminabad are the famous bazaars in the city. You get antiques at fairly lower prices, but bargaining is a must. One of the posh streets and markets of Lucknow is the Heritage Hazratganj, full of high-end hotels and shops. You can get the latest fashions and handicrafts on this glittering street.
How to Get There:
Air
Indian Airlines connects Lucknow with Delhi, Patna, Calcutta and Mumbai.
Rail
Lucknow is an important junction of the Northern and North Eastern Railways of India.
Road
Lucknow is well connected with some major cities like Agra (363 km), Allahabad (225 km), Calcutta (985 km), Delhi (497 km), Kanpur (79 km) and Varanasi (305 km)
By: Vinay Chaubey
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Custom Womens Designer Shoes Become Hot New Trend
Not since the 1970s when Candie’s took the fashion industry by storm have shoes experienced something so excitingly trendy. As Candie’s revs up for its return with Fergie as their new spokesmodel, the fashion fad is set to explode, and shoe innovator Morgan Miller is at the forefront customizing the craze. Providing the ingredients for fun-loving standards, Morgan Miller is putting the creative energy in the hands of her stylish clientele by enabling them to design their own custom-made shoes. Combining an unending array of materials, the new brand is appealing to this generation’s pop-glam attractions and their desire to share their ideas and eclectic creations with the world.
The vibrant shoe enthusiast opened her first boutique on South Beach, just off famed Lincoln Road, where fashion-forward shoe addicts can steer away from predictable pumps at chain stores to blueprint their own signature style. Whether desiring delicate kitten heels for a garden party, or jeweled, over-the-top, glam stilettos for a night on the town, Morgan Miller turns dreams into reality in 30 minutes.
Several notable celebrities have already jumped at the opportunity to put their own personal touch on stilettos, wedges and flats, including pop artist Brooke Hogan, Bad Boys II actress Gabrielle Union, The 40-Year-Old Virgin’s Stormy Daniels, Stacey Keibler of Dancing with the Stars, Victoria’s Secret beauty Marissa Miller, actress/author Holly Robinson Peete, The L Word’s Marleen Matlin and American’s Next Top Model winner CariDee English. Even the guys are getting in on the action. Former N’Sync-er Joey Fatone picked out red python for his wife, and celeb-blogger Perez Hilton steered his mother towards pinks strappy sandals.
No longer are fashion mavens at the mercy of designers, rather, they have the chance to be the trendsetters and express themselves to others. From the fashion conservative to the risk-taker, to the girl who has everything, the possibilities are endless with Morgan Miller's custom womens designer shoes.
With super-chic and colorful décor promoting extensive creativity, the boutique is both contemporary and feminine. Under the lights and sparkle of Swarovski crystal chandeliers, there's an alluring selection of soles, spanning wooden heels to cork wedges, and more than 100 swatches in various patterns, leathers and exotic skins from python to alligator. Fabulous accessories such as Harry Winston jewels, square buckles, gold chains and bamboo rings personalize the look even further. With the ultimate “girls just want to have fun” ambiance, customers enjoy laughter, conversation and champagne while in-house couture cobblers craft their individualized shoes. Final designs are then presented in princess fashion on silver Tiffany platters.
Miller, a 25-year-old native of New York City and an avid shoe collector, was inspired to create this new fashion concept from her childhood trips to Europe for fashion weeks and trade shows with her father, who worked with such well-respected brands as Gucci, Canali and Zilli. It was in a shop on the Italian island of Capri where sandals were styled for Miller’s 6-year-old foot. Her Italian shoe affair continued in her pre-teens with her first designer pairs - simple black Prada wedges with a lucite buckle, and Dolce & Gabbana cork wedges with a denim strap and gold sequin accents.
Located just off Lincoln Road at 1634 Euclid Avenue in Miami Beach Florida, Morgan Miller is open Monday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. For inquiries and appointments, please call 305.672.6658. For more information, check out Morgan Miller's Miami shoe store in South Beach FL.
By: Dana Barrett -
Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com
The vibrant shoe enthusiast opened her first boutique on South Beach, just off famed Lincoln Road, where fashion-forward shoe addicts can steer away from predictable pumps at chain stores to blueprint their own signature style. Whether desiring delicate kitten heels for a garden party, or jeweled, over-the-top, glam stilettos for a night on the town, Morgan Miller turns dreams into reality in 30 minutes.
Several notable celebrities have already jumped at the opportunity to put their own personal touch on stilettos, wedges and flats, including pop artist Brooke Hogan, Bad Boys II actress Gabrielle Union, The 40-Year-Old Virgin’s Stormy Daniels, Stacey Keibler of Dancing with the Stars, Victoria’s Secret beauty Marissa Miller, actress/author Holly Robinson Peete, The L Word’s Marleen Matlin and American’s Next Top Model winner CariDee English. Even the guys are getting in on the action. Former N’Sync-er Joey Fatone picked out red python for his wife, and celeb-blogger Perez Hilton steered his mother towards pinks strappy sandals.
No longer are fashion mavens at the mercy of designers, rather, they have the chance to be the trendsetters and express themselves to others. From the fashion conservative to the risk-taker, to the girl who has everything, the possibilities are endless with Morgan Miller's custom womens designer shoes.
With super-chic and colorful décor promoting extensive creativity, the boutique is both contemporary and feminine. Under the lights and sparkle of Swarovski crystal chandeliers, there's an alluring selection of soles, spanning wooden heels to cork wedges, and more than 100 swatches in various patterns, leathers and exotic skins from python to alligator. Fabulous accessories such as Harry Winston jewels, square buckles, gold chains and bamboo rings personalize the look even further. With the ultimate “girls just want to have fun” ambiance, customers enjoy laughter, conversation and champagne while in-house couture cobblers craft their individualized shoes. Final designs are then presented in princess fashion on silver Tiffany platters.
Miller, a 25-year-old native of New York City and an avid shoe collector, was inspired to create this new fashion concept from her childhood trips to Europe for fashion weeks and trade shows with her father, who worked with such well-respected brands as Gucci, Canali and Zilli. It was in a shop on the Italian island of Capri where sandals were styled for Miller’s 6-year-old foot. Her Italian shoe affair continued in her pre-teens with her first designer pairs - simple black Prada wedges with a lucite buckle, and Dolce & Gabbana cork wedges with a denim strap and gold sequin accents.
Located just off Lincoln Road at 1634 Euclid Avenue in Miami Beach Florida, Morgan Miller is open Monday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m. For inquiries and appointments, please call 305.672.6658. For more information, check out Morgan Miller's Miami shoe store in South Beach FL.
By: Dana Barrett -
Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com
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