Wording Suggestions for Save the Date Booklets The wording on your Save the Date Booklets does not have to be formal or follow any particular etiquette rules. Have fun with these and include information that you feel is necessary for your particular event, while allowing your personalities to shine through! Do not worry about formatting your text, we will arrange the text for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need help with your wording. We offer the following suggestions and example for you to follow as a good starting point.
1) For the first page you should include your names, the wedding date and location.
For example:
Save the Date
To Celebrate The Marriage Of
Cathy Miller and Peter Lane
Saturday, March 20, 2005
Beaver Creek, Colorado
Or
Cathy Miller and Peter Lane
are excited to announce they are getting married!
Save the Date
Saturday, March 20, 2005
Beaver Creek, Colorado
Or
3.20.2005
To have and to hold from this day forward…
Cathy Miller and Peter Lane
are tying the knot!
Save the Date
Saturday, March 20, 2005
Beaver Creek, Colorado
2) For the second page we suggest you start off by clarifying that an invitation will be mailed at a later date.
For example:
We are notifying you of our wedding in advance
so that you have ample time to make any necessary travel arrangements.
A formal wedding invitation will follow.
3) After that, simply include any information you feel is needed. The following list includes suggestions of what you may choose to include:
• The Travel Information - list the numerous ways to get to your wedding such as airports, train stations, bus lines, and car rental agencies.
• Airline and Airfare Information - list airlines that fly into your airport and any fare specials. You may also wish to list websites that offer good fares.
• Driving Directions - include directions to the city itself and also to the specific hotels, the ceremony location and the reception site.
• Accommodations - include options for places to stay accompanied by phone numbers, websites, rates and room block information.
• Local Transportation Options - list ways to get around such as rental cars, busses, taxis, or shuttles.
• Planned Events - inform guests of planned activities such as rehearsal dinners, day-after brunches, golf outings, picnics, etc.
• Weather Information - allow your guests to pack accordingly.
• Special Attire - from black tie affair, to backyard BBQ- make sure your guests don’t over or under dress.
• Wedding Party Info - include special inserts just for your bridal party about events before the wedding day or info about responsibilities such as tux rental.
• Contact Information - allow your guests to get in touch with you if they have questions…list your phone number, email address, or mailing address.
• Website - let your guests know you have a wedding website and where to find it.
• Area “Sites to See” and “Things to Do” - list all your city has to offer so that guests may take advantage of area attractions and activities.
• Area Websites - list websites about your area so they can research local activities and attractions.
• Area Restaurants - include your personal favorites.
List the information in the order you feel is logical. We will contact you if we feel that we can offer a suggestion about the order of information you supply.
For example:
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS
We have reserved a block of rooms at the following Avon and Edwards Hotels. Please reference the Miller/Lane Wedding when making your reservations. Make reservations by the dates noted below to receive the discounted rates. A shuttle will be provided from these hotels to the wedding. The shuttle will also transport guests back to their hotels throughout the evening.
Ritz Carlton-Bachelor Gulch
0130 Daybreak Ridge
Avon, Colorado 81620
www.ritzcarlton.com
Reservations: (800) 576-5582
Block rates are $475 per night
Please make your reservations by January 20, 2004
The Inn and Suites at Riverwalk
27 Main Street
Edwards, Colorado 81632
www.innandsuitesatriverwalk.com
Reservations: (888) 926-0606
Block rates are $144 for a standard room
$158 for a deluxe room
$270 for a 2 bedroom condo
Please make your reservations by February 18, 2004
DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
DIA is located 133 miles from Beaver Creek. (approximate 2 ½ hour drive)
For flight, car rental, and general information go to:
www.flydenver.com or 1-800-air2den
EAGLE COUNTY AIRPORT
Eagle County Airport is located 26 miles from Beaver Creek. (approximate 40 minute drive)
For flight, car rental, and general information go to:
www.eagle-county.com/airport
Both airports offer rental cars and shuttle services.
Transportation options are listed on the following page.
AIRLINE INFORMATION
Denver International Airport and Eagle County Airport service most major airlines.
You may have your own preference, but we have had luck with...
Strong Travel www.strongtravel.com or 1-800-747-5670
Travelocity www.travelocity.com
Orbitz www.orbitz.com
TRANSPORTATION
Shuttle Service at DIA: Colorado Mountain Express: 1-800-525-6363 ($63 per person one way)
Reservation department open daily from 6am until 10 pm.
Reservations must be made three-five days in advance.
Avon Shuttle Service: This shuttle service runs from 8:00 am -7:00 pm,
and takes you to the Beaver Creek Village Plaza .
The shuttle service runs approximately every 20 minutes. There is no cost for this service.
Car Rentals: You will find all national car rental companies located near the baggage claim at both airports. We recommend a car rental as the optimal means of transportation throughout the weekend.
BEAVER CREEK INFO
Beaver Creek is a feast for the eyes and a delight for the senses. The influence of renowned resorts such as St. Moritz, Switzerland, Cortina, Italy and Val d'Aran, Spain has resulted in a unique combination of mountain excitement and village luxury. Beaver Creek is designed as a premier, year-round mountain destination. The resort is a secluded alpine village with a performing arts center, heated walkways and escalators to take you to the chairlift. And yes, it has a mountain too. The heated walkways will lead you through the village where you can stroll through many shops, restaurants and galleries each ranging from the quaint to the exclusive. It’s all conveniently linked by escalators and in the heart of the village lay an outdoor ice rink.
COLORADO WEBSITES
www.beavercreek.com
www.vail.com
www.colorado.com
www.coloradosightseer.com
BEAVER CREEK AND AVON ACTIVITIES
Nordic Sports (970) 845-5313 (telemark skiing, cross-country skiing, skate clinics, backcountry)
Snowshoeing (reservations) (970) 845-5313
Sleigh Rides (reservations) (970) 949-9090
Dog sledding (reservations) (970) 653-7877 or (970) 827-4232
Ice Skating (reservations) (970) 845-0438
Beaver Creek Ski & Snowboard School (970) 845-5300
Venture Sports (ski rental and more) (970) 949-1318
DINING OPTIONS (IN BEAVER CREEK AND AVON)
Allie’s Cabin (970)949-9090
Offering spectacular Beaver Creek Valley views, Allie's Mountain Steakhouse is located in an aspen grove on Beaver Creek Mountain.
Beano’s Cabin (970) 949-9090 or (877) 354-0061
Beano's Cabin is a recipient of AAA Four Diamond and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
Saddle Ridge (970) 845-5456
Soaring vaulted ceilings, authentic artifacts of the Old West, and warm hospitality await you at Saddle Ridge.
WEATHER INFORMATION
Average March High Temperature... 50 F
Average March Low Temperature... 30 F
Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses as Beaver Creek records over 300 days of sunshine a year!
ALTITUDE
It is important to remember that Colorado is at a high-altitude.
(Beaver Creek is at 9,420 feet above sea level)
The following tips will help you adjust to the elevation:
Drink lots of water
Moderate your physical activity
Reduce alcohol and caffeine intake
Decrease salt intake
Eat high carbohydrate, low fat meals
Use sunscreen (SPF 15-30)
QUESTIONS
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Cathy and Paul’s Number: (303) 333-3333
Cathy’s Email: cathymiller@aol.com
Paul’s Email: paullane@aol.com
