Another Dream Fulfilled

Last Sunday was the Dream Wedding Show, with excited soon-to-bes, pals and professionals buzzing around from building to building to meet all the wonderful experts showcased at the event. In case you somehow missed our Dynamite Experts at the show, here they are:

Bella Donna Bridal SalonCelebrations! Elegant Party RentalsLuxury Limousines of Sacramento (Thanks Bill for the last 2 pix)
Music on the Move DJs
Sharpe PhotographersSheffield Multimedia
Stephanie J DesignsThe Memory JournalistsTsakopoulos Library Galleria

Thanks to the Dream Wedding Show for hosting another successful event! Thanks to all the brides who stopped by to check us out and were able to visit the booths of our Dynamite Experts! Congrats to our Dream Wedding Show winner! See you at their next event, Premier Wedding Show.

David Girard Hosts A Wedding Seminar

We are honored to be giving away 3 tickets to the David Girard Vineyards Wedding Seminar this weekend (valued at $75)!! Comment below with your wedding date and tell us, at least one, must have feature for your day. We will select a winner, at random, on Friday, March 6th, so be sure to check back and see if you were selected!

David Girard Vineyards is hosting a wedding seminar for brides and grooms and invite you to meet a small showcase of vendors they support. Come enjoy the view and wines produced by this amazing venue. The event will be this Sunday, March 8th from 12:30 - 4p.m. For more information or to get tickets, visit David Girard Vineyards.

Check out all the Dynamite Vendors that will be participating at this upcoming event!!

A Day to Remember
Allison Stahl Photography
Celebrations! Elegant Party Rentals
Flourish Designs
Luxury Limousines
The Memory Journalists
Mr. DJ Service
Profinish Design
Real Weddings Magazine

I attended this event last year, as a guest, and it is a must for brides! See you there!

* Carissa, from Sugar and Spice and... will be showcasing her tasty desserts (they're truly tasty, ask me for my testimonial :I) and giving one lucky couple the top tier of a cake to take home and enjoy!

Photo provided by The Memory Journalists

Thanks To You!

Thanks to you all who came out to see us at the Premier Wedding Show making it such a success! We truly appreciate the support and hope that we reached a few new brides that hadn't yet had a chance to check out Dynamite Weddings! Hopefully you got to see all the fantastic vendors that participated and possibly recognized a few of them from Dynamite Weddings.

We also want to send a special thanks to the Premier Wedding Show for inviting Dynamite Weddings to participate. Here are the other Dynamite Vendors that participated in the show:

Bella Donna Bridal Salon

Celebrations! Elegant Party Rentals

Luxury Limousines of Sacramento

Music on the Move

Sharpe Photographers

Sheffield Multimedia (hard at work)

Stephanie J Designs

The Memory Journalists

Visual Impact Design

Disclaimer: None of the Dynamite Weddings photogs took these pics. NJ did.
Note to self-Ask DW photogs to take pics next time and stay far away from camera. ;P

Don't Miss the Premier Wedding Show

Don't miss out on the first major bridal show of the new year in the Sacramento area. The Premier Wedding Show takes place on Sunday, January 4th, 2009 at Arden Hills Resort Club & Spa. This bridal show includes many premium vendors, a fashion show

You can't beat this event at a prestigious location with complimentary parking and $10 admission. Register in advance and receive a discount and avoid waiting in line to register at the show.

Show time is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come visit Dynamite Weddings in the Heritage Room and chat with other Dynamite professionals present throughout the event:

Bella Donna Bridal Salon
Luxury Limousines
Music on the Move
Sharpe Photographers
Sheffield Mutimedia
Stephanie J Designs
The Memory Journalists
Visual Impact Design

See you on Sunday!!

Photo provided by Premier Wedding Show

Spotlight On Interview - Luxury Limousines of Sacramento

We were able to ask Ozzie with Luxury Limousines of Sacramento a few questions about his experience working with Luxx Limo and about what sets Luxury Limousines apart. Check it out! Be sure to check out their blog too, How We Roll to get to know them better and learn some things about transportation that you may not know!Our most popular car rented is… Our 15 passenger Hummer however, our new Party Bus is catching on quick!

My first job was… Driving Bill Murray and Sandy Jenkins co-owners at the time (no pressure).

The farthest we’ve traveled for a wedding party was… We often travel as far as Lake Tahoe for wedding receptions.

Driving a large vehicle is… A lot of fun and also a lot of responsibility.

The oddest request we’ve had… Probably going to a specific store at a shopping mall to purchase a specific model digital camera for some clients while they were at dinner.

The best thing about driving for weddings is… You get to help make this a special day and they will remember this day for the rest of their lives.

My favorite car is… Our 28 passenger Party Bus!

Our largest rental request was… We had a rental that lasted for a whole week about
10 – 12 hours per day.

My most unique customer was… A client out of N.Y. that stayed in Napa at Auberge De Soleil for several days along with his entire entourage. He was very specific on what he expected and made it very clear to me prior to the trip that he would not allow anything less than perfection, needless to say I received a very generous tip at the end of his stay.

The biggest trend in transportation right now is... A big focus is the green movement, and Luxury Limousines is proud to be one of only five Limousine companies in the nation to be selected into the EPA’s Climate Leader Program. We have teamed up with Green Ride Global the world’s leading transportation environmental consulting firm. In addition we offer Hybrid SUV’s to ensure your ride with us is always green.

Something people may not know about our services… We offer all inclusive rates, so the price you are quoted is the price you pay with no hidden fees or added surcharges.

The one thing you can never control as a driver is… Traffic, we always plan alternate routes and use state of the art navigation systems in all of our vehicles.

My first car was… Our first car was our 2005 Lincoln stretch, this vehicle is still in use and recently had the upholstery replaced and looks as good as our new vehicles.

The most extravagant service we offer is… We provide Champagne toast, red carpet treatment, as well as decorating the interior of the vehicle to match your wedding colors. We pride ourselves on our service and paying attention to details to make your big day special.

On my days off… I enjoy working out, hanging out with friends and family and just relaxing.

Tip - Look Into Large Party Transportation

Consider renting large party transportation to get your out of town guests from the hotel to the ceremony/reception. This allows guests to get to know each other, guarantees they'll be on time and makes sure that no one is drinking and driving.Photo courtesy of Luxury Limousines of Sacramento

Trend - Family Transportation

Many brides are offering limousine transportation to close family members in addition to the bridal party. To accommodate older or less mobile passengers, ask your limousine company about cars with a “fifth door”. A “fifth door” refers to vehicles that have an additional door towards the front of the vehicle on the right hand side (away from traffic). This added feature prevents family members from having to do the “sit and slide” all the way around the limousine bench. This feature is becoming more prevalent in recent years.

Trend provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Tip - Make Sure To Preview Your Transportation

Make sure when you are booking a limousine service, you go and see their cars first. The way they maintain their vehicles will give you a good indication of how well they will take care of you!
Tip provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Trend - Decorated Limousines

Many brides like to see their ‘get-away’ vehicle decorated with a “Just Married” sign, but some companies are taking it a step further. The interior of the limousines can be decorated in your wedding colors! What better way to start off the day in a very personal way!

Trend provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Tip - Back Seat Driver

Make sure to provide guests with a ‘point-man’ in case they get lost on the way to the wedding – you never want them to be late, or even miss the event, because of a wrong turn. Try to appoint someone that is not part of the bridal party.Tip provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Trend - Limo Trial Runs

You know that you save when you buy in bulk - the same applies to limousine service! Many brides are booking with their limousine company for transportation to/from their wedding, rehearsal dinner, bachelor/ette parties, etc.
This gives you a chance to try out the company before your big day, and often times gets you a big discount that is unavailable when booking your wedding alone.

Trend provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Tip - Prepare For the Unknown

Be careful when planning the schedule for the big day! Many brides fail to take the ‘unknowns’ into account – bad traffic, guests getting lost, or even a pair of shoes mistakenly left at home can cause large delays. If you plan some extra time into your schedule as a buffer, these things can be avoided.

Tip provided by Luxury Limousines
Photo courtesy of Sarah Maren Photography

Tip - Check for Hidden Fees

Don’t get caught by hidden fees!
Make sure you ask what is included when you get a quote from your limousine vendor.

Many brides have been taken aback when they ask for a ‘complete quote’, only to find out that extra fees and gratuity have not been included. Beware of any company charging tax – there is no sales tax on limousine service in the state of California.

Tip provided by Luxury Limousines

Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Trend - Not Your Average Taxi

With the increase in wedding ceremonies and receptions taking place in one location, it may be hard to get a limousine company just for the time before the ceremony and after the reception (a split charge).

However, some brides and limousine companies are getting creative with the wedding packages. Some companies offer two packages with multiple cars which can be used on the wedding day, or for a separate event (such as the rehearsal dinner). Because of this flexibility, brides will often use one car in the morning to take the girls to the beauty salon before being taken to the ceremony, and then use the second car after the reception.

Or, if the location allows for it, brides will use the cars as a shuttle – the bride and bridesmaids are transported first, then the car goes to pick up the groom and groomsman, and sometimes will even make an additional trip to pick up guests. Then, after the reception, people are shuttled back home at scattered times.

Tip provided by Luxury Limousines

Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists

Tip - Limousine Service Hidden Fees

Don't get caught by hidden fees! Make sure you ask what is included when you get a quote from your limousine vendor. Many brides have been taken aback when they ask for a "complete quote", only to find out that extra fees and gratuity have not been included. Beware of any company charging tax -- there is no sales tax on limousine service in the state of California.

Tip provided by Luxury Limousines.
Photo courtesy of The Memory Journalists.

Luxury Limousines

At Luxury Limousines, Brides Come First. We believe your limousine provider should offer more than upscale transportation. That's why our wedding packages include thoughtful touches like complimentary champagne, red carpet service, and custom decorations in YOUR wedding colors. For easier access to your bridal party, several of our vehicles feature an extended "fifth floor." Need more flexibility? Our top packages include an extra vehicle to use at your discretion, and we don't double book, so you can be sure your car will be available in case of any last minute errands!

Best of all, our all inclusive packages mean no budget surprises. Learn more by contacting Shad Moore, our Operations Manager at: Shad@luxxlimo.com.

site: www.luxxlimo.com
email: shad@luxxlimo.com
contact: Shad Moore
phone: (916) 489-5899
address: 3940 Seaport Blvd, Ste. B
West Sacramento, CA 95691