The newly-opened Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain north of Tucson has introduced a comprehensive destination wedding program designed to showcase the 850-acre recreation, golf and spa resort’s true spirit of adventure. Future brides and grooms have the option of exchanging vows reflecting a different approach to the traditional wedding ceremony, and incorporating some of the desert Southwest’s most coveted and exclusive outdoor adventures.

 With options available for marrying couples, families and bridal parties from the very intimate to more grand in size, Desert Wedding Adventures at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain pioneers a new approach to southwest nuptials. Under the program, guests can turn their investment in wedding attendance into a personal vacation that not only breaks the mold for destination weddings but also provides a memorable Arizona experience rarely available to the savviest of independent vacationers. In particular, exclusive package components have been designed to deliver an uncommon, hard-to-access entre to the mystical Sonoran Desert surrounding the resort, showcasing authentic experiences that are uniquely true to Arizona’s rich cultural and natural history.

Desert Wedding Adventure options at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain include:

Native American Nuptials
- Guests hike to legendary Lower Javelina and Wild Burro trails to a private outdoor ceremony
- Native American flutist performs a wedding song
- Ceremony ends with a Native American sage blessing
- Return to the Honeymoon Casita, where a customized bridal dinner awaits

Mountain Bike Vows
- Guests ride into the pristine Tortolita Reserve (bikes provided)
- Desert ceremony vows take place amidst the beauty of a true high Sonoran location
- Celebratory wine and cheese fortifications are provided to all in attendance
- Guests return to the hotel for an interactive dinner in Core Kitchen and Bar
- An outdoor couple’s massage and romantic breakfast is included on the following day

Western Horseback Ceremony
-  Bride, groom and guests depart the hotel resort before sunset
- Officiant on horseback awaits on the beautiful Wild Burro Trail
- Ceremony is followed by an acoustic guitar performance
- The sunset ride continues after the ceremony through the unforgettable beauty of the desert
- Guests return to the resort for a special western reception or casita dinner for two

Wedding Rodeo
- Guests venture to the famous and exclusive White Stallion Ranch
- From the ranch, guests enjoy a scenic trail ride through a lush landscape of saguaro cactus and rare desert flora and fauna
- A cowboy minister performs the “western” ceremony
- Guests return to White Stallion Ranch for their own Wedding Rodeo, where cowgirls and cowboys rope and ride
- A western barbecue reception follows, customized for the wedding group
- The wedding party returns to Honeymoon Casita where champagne on ice awaits the new bride and groom

Four-Wheel Wedding Adventure
- Guests share in a Jeep tour into the Saguaro National Park
- Ceremony takes place at “the corral” overlooking thousands of saguaro cacti and a lush Sonoran desert landscape
- Mariachi music punctuates the desert silence
- Champagne and strawberries are provided as the sun sets
- Guests return to the resort for a customized tasting menu with paired wines

About Weddings at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain:
At The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, wedding guests can experience the best of the high Sonoran Desert, the Wild West, Native American culture history, Southwest flora and fauna, and a mystical sense of place -- all at the same time, all in the same wedding or honeymoon vacation. For those wanting to embrace their inner adventurer, venture into the surrounding canyons for hiking, canyoneering, birding, geo-caching, stargazing, rock climbing, and archeological touring. Younger wedding guests can enjoy many of the above activities, as well as their own water adventures and eco-tours providing an up-close-and-personal introduction to many notorious “critters” of the desert. Wedding and honeymoon guests have unique access to an adventure menu that is unprecedented among contemporary southwest bridal venues.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain:
Nestled in the high Sonoran Desert is an invigorating 850-acre playground where the adventurous can explore the lush desert along the Tortolitas Mountains and majestic Saguaro forest. The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain features a 253-room hotel, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, destination spa, acclaimed dining, and luxury homes at The Residences. The resort also features adventure programming and world-class hiking, and is host to the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championships each year in a striking canyon setting. This is a place where adventure and a gracious spirit of hospitality come to life. For reservation information, please call 1-800-241-3333, contact a travel professional, or visit our website

Don’t have the time or the funds for a full-on two-week honeymoon at a top resort? Want to escape for just a few days to someplace extraordinary where you can both tie the knot and honeymoon? Are you secretly planning to elope? Then Las Ventanas al Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort has the perfect match for you – a ‘Mini-Moon’ to the only Five Diamond resort in the destination of Los Cabos.

Las Ventanas has been widely heralded, particularly with awards and kudos from magazines and travel organizations, as one of the world’s most romantic resorts. It originated the concept of a Department of Romance – which will work closely with you and your one-and-only to plan and create personalized romantic experiences that fulfill your desires and fantasies. There is an irresistible magic at Las Ventanas - embodied in the intimate ambiance and personalized service – that is a sensual magnet for lovers. A third of the resort's business is weddings, honeymoons and anniversaries; a civil marriage ceremony can be arranged on property, whether you plan well in advance or elope.

Las Ventanas’ Mini-Moon, called the Runaway to Paradise Package, includes: A suite for three nights, full breakfast for two daily, a welcome margarita for two at the Tequila, Ceviche & Sushi Bar, a Herbal Healer Massage for two (60 minutes), unlimited use of spa and gym facilities, roundtrip airport transfers, and LVP Air Meal for two for the trip home. Rates start at $2,458.

For reservations call 888-ROSEWOOD (888-767-3966); from outside the U.S. and Canada call the resort directly at 52-624-144-2800 or visit their website 

About Las Ventanas:

Las Ventanas has been among the world’s most acclaimed resorts since it opened in 1997. It brought, for the first time, the highest international standards of luxury and service to Los Cabos and played a lead role in elevating it to Mexico’s most upscale destination. Las Ventanas features 71 exceptionally spacious suites with exquisite furnishings, unique appointments hand-crafted by Mexican artisans, magnificent views and individual telescopes for stargazing;three different dining choices including The Restaurant, the Sea Grill and the Tequila, Ceviche & Sushi Bar;and the most extensivearray of ultra-luxury amenities of any resort, from Pool Butlers to private movies on the beach to aromatherapy turndown.

Las Ventanas is part of Ty Warner Hotels & Resorts, LLC, founded by entrepreneur Ty Warner for the purpose of acquiring one-of-a-kind, irreplaceable luxury hotels and resorts throughout the world. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts manages properties worldwide including Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek and Rosewood Crescent Hotel in Dallas, The Carlyle in New York, The Mansion on Peachtree in Atlanta, Rosewood Sand Hill, CordeValle and San Ysidro Ranch in California, Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi in Santa Fe, Las Ventanas al Paraíso and Rosewood Mayakobá in Mexico, and a triumvirate of world-class Caribbean properties – Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda, Caneel Bay on St. John and Jumby Bay on Antigua.   Rosewood also offers Sense, A Rosewood Spa® - featuring treatments reflective of the brand's signature philosophy A Sense of Place® - available exclusively at select properties and now open at Jumby Bay.

In & Out - In a rush?  Say your vows, enjoy the moment and head on out.  For couples who only want the ceremony, without a full B&B experience, ask for the "Marriage Package with no Overnight Stay" special from South Court Inn Bed & Breakfast in Luray, VA.  Couples can call to arrange last-minute day of weddings and innkeeper will perform ceremony in the garden or in the outdoor pavilion.  The betrothed couple can invite up to 10 guests and innkeeper will provide marriage vows, cake, a silk rose bouquet, champagne flutes, a keepsake copy of the marriage vows, a digital video recording and photographs.  The inn also offers an overnight and honeymoon special for guests who decide to stay.

Sweet Start - We know who you're sweet for!  Show everyone else with "A Sweet Affair" wedding package at The Inn at Craig Place in San Antonio, TX.  Couples can choose to get married inside the inn or outside in the garden.  The special can accommodate up to 25 guests and it also includes a bridal bouquet, boutonniere, table arrangements, an officiant, music, two-tiered cake decorated with fresh flowers and sparkling juice.  A sweet dessert reception follows the ceremony with an assortment of baked sweets, pastries and chocolate-dipped fruits, all locally made from the inn's resident pastry chef.

Guest List - It's your day, so why not take over the entire inn?  At Captain Stannard House Country Inn in Westbrook, CT, wedding couples can book all nine rooms.  Guests of the wedding party will have access to all common rooms where they can play a game of chess, puzzles, shoot pool, read books, listen to music and watch TV.  The all-inclusive wedding package for the couple includes a one night stay, two-course breakfast, ceremony in the gazebo or by the fireplace inside the inn, an officiant, bridal bouquet and rose for the groom, digital photos, photo album, chilled wine or drink, chocolates, wedding cake and a gift certificate for a future visit to the inn.

All in One - Simplify your plans and combine your wedding and honeymoon plans into one.  At Rendezvous in Palm Springs, CA, make your wedding a private affair with the "Elopement Honeymoon & Wedding" special that includes a 2 night stay inside a romantic retro room, gourmet breakfasts, martini and appetizers in the afternoon, poolside or waterfall wedding ceremony with a minister, a rose bouquet and boutonniere, as well as a champagne or non-alcoholic toast.

Although February is just around the corner, there is still time to book an amazingly romantic escape for Valentine's Day.  Keswick Hall at Monticello, the 48-room Orient-Express luxury hotel nestled on 600 acres of lush Virginia countryside known as Keswick Estate, recently announced a special Valentine's Day weekend package.  Located just six miles east of Charlottesville, VA, this English country-style property is set amidst rolling hillsides, an Arnold-Palmer designed golf course and a variety of award-winning vineyards – a profoundly romantic setting for couples desiring a Valentine's Day weekend getaway.

As if the setting isn't romance-inducing enough, Keswick Hall's Valentine's Day Weekend package will surely warm the heart.  With two nights of luxurious accommodations, delectable cuisine, soothing spa services and personalized romantic touches, Keswick Hall is the place to be for an unrivaled Valentine's Day experience. The Valentine's Day Weekend Package includes:
• Two nights of luxurious accommodations in a Signature Room
• Welcome amenity of sparkling wine on arrival
• Dinner for two at the award-winning Fossett's Restaurant
• $200 spa credit per room which can be applied to the Couple's Massage or preferred spa services
• Romantically detailed room by Keswick's own Love Butler*

Rates from $510.00 per room per night (minimum two nights)
February 12 &13 or February 13 & 14, 2010

* The Love Butler is Keswick's best kept secret during Valentine's Day, making sure every room has a CD of love songs, sprinkled rose petals and chocolate dipped strawberries for that extra romantic touch.  To make things even more amorous for the couple, guests can request their favorite love songs prior to arrival.  The attention to detail and romantic setting at Keswick Hall will truly make this upcoming Valentine's Day a weekend to remember.

To book this special Valentine's Day Weekend Package, please call 888-778-2565 or visit Keswick's website.

A private tour aboard a luxury yacht, aphrodisiac dinner prepared in-suite, professional photograph amid lush landscape and more entice couples this Valentine’s Day and beyond to Cotton Tree, the Cayman Islands’ first boutique cottage hotel.  The romantic treatment starts when couples enter their beachfront cottage, pre-stocked with grapes and cheese and champagne and chocolate. 

A memento of the occasion, couples can receive a professional photograph of the couple, done either in Cotton Tree's garden (under a Cotton Tree or exotic fruit tree) or on the beach.  Additionally, a top local chef is on hand for a cooking lesson to prepare an aphrodisiac dinner ensuite (starting with oysters or one of the Caribbean's favorite aphrodisiacs, conch, and ending with a chocolate decadence dessert) with a sommelier choosing the wines to match.  Couples are also treated to three hours on a luxury 42’ Sea Ray sport yacht that includes fresh fruit, light snacks, snorkel gear, the use of a Sea-Doo Wave runner, sparkling wine and an open bar.  A shuttle to nearby restaurants, beaches and sightseeing attractions; media library of books, music and DVDs; breakfast food items (a selection of coffees and teas, juices, eggs, cereal, milk) pre-stocked in the cottages or a continental breakfast delivered daily; WIFI and local calls; fresh fruit; bicycles, and roundtrip airport transfers are also included.

The three-night Honeymoon Romance Package costs $3,500 per couple.  Taxes are additional.

About Cotton Tree:
The Cayman Islands’ new luxury hideaway, Cotton Tree, on the northernmost point of Grand Cayman (ten minutes from the famed Seven Mile Beach), beautifully evokes the spirit of the Cayman Islands with its pastel-hued, plantation-style cottages just steps from the Caribbean Sea and lush garden setting of tropical flowers and avocado, guava, mango and cotton trees for which the hotel was named.  Owner Heather Lockington, a global traveler who was born in the Cayman Islands, built her dream property in West Bay, creating an authentic haven where guests could embrace Caymanian heritage.  Four 1,600 square foot two-bedroom beachfront cottages resemble fully equipped houses featuring “Caribbean chic” décor, classic contemporary furnishings, French doors overlooking the sea, plasma TVs, state-of-the-art Kitchen Aid appliances, and more.  Additional amenities include a freshwater swimming pool, fitness center and yoga and spa pavilions nestled among seagrape trees, perfect for a sunset massage.  A personal chef can whip up gourmet meals accompanied by wines chosen by a sommelier, or Cotton Tree is a quick drive to Grand Cayman’s best restaurants.  Additionally, hotel services such as a reception/concierge, bellhop, housekeeping and turndown on request are also featured. 

Your destination wedding should be more than just special – it should be exceptional. Hold your fairy-tale destination wedding in a lush tropical paradise – surrounded by colonial charm, pampered with unparalleled service and spoiled by elegantly renovated accommodations – at The Inn at English Harbour on Antigua, a Caribbean island that’s often called the heart of the Caribbean.

The Inn, which offers 28 regally appointed, recently renovated rooms or suites, features beautiful gardens, an open terrace with stunning view of the quaint English Harbour, a superb sandy white beach and smiling, exceptional service. From intimate affairs for two to larger gatherings with family and friends, the Inn can help you create the perfect wedding – customized to turn your dream wedding into reality. The Inn’s wedding package provides everything you’ll need to make your special day exquisite, including:

• A guaranteed upgrade to a luxurious suite for the bride and groom when booking a Cabana;
• A champagne breakfast for the wedding couple, served on the balcony the morning after the wedding;
• All registration and legal fees (excluding transportation to town);
• All registration and legal fees (excluding transportation to town);
• One-tier Caribbean fruit wedding cake, decorated in your colors;
• Ceremonial flowers for the bride and groom. 

Weddings at The Inn start at $1,000 USD and are subject to availability at the time of booking.

More than just the spectacular picturesque setting and service set the Inn at English Harbour apart as the ultimate choice for your wedding destination. The elegant and exclusive Inn completed a $1.5 million renovation that blends the perfect balance of historic charm with luxurious and contemporary comfort. This includes all 28 guestrooms and suites as well as the dining venues and grounds, and the introduction of an all-new spa facility and upscale boutique. The Inn’s private white-sand beach fronts beautiful hillside gardens for a setting of supreme serenity, yet just two minutes by water taxi reside the restaurants and nightlife of bustling English Harbour. Now more than ever, the historic charm of the resort’s colonial design converges harmoniously with modern-age conveniences and the natural splendor of Antigua to present a uniquely 21st-century take on paradise.

The Inn's highly acclaimed Terrace Restaurant intensifies the romantic atmosphere with its rustic, stone walls, candlelit tables beneath a star-filled sky, and the posh flair of English Silver Service. As prelude to this perfect interlude, you’ll want to share an island cocktail (or two) in the friendly warmth of the Reef Restaurant and Beach Bar.

For more information on the Wedding Package at The Inn at English Harbour, please call +1 (268) 460-1014. More information on the resort is available at The Inn at English Harbour's website.

About The Inn at English Harbour
Ideally located on the captivating southern coast of Antigua, The Inn at English Harbour combines picturesque beauty and historic legend in an intimate boutique resort. Colonial-style cabanas and two-story villas house 28 regally appointed guestrooms across 19 acres of wooded headland near the entrance to English Harbour. Rooms feature marble or mahogany floors, canopy beds, spacious modern bathrooms and verandahs or balconies. Each has been recently upgraded with flat-screen televisions, iPod docking stations, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi internet access. The fine dining Terrace Restaurant with wine cellar reside in The Inn’s original stone house amid landscaped gardens while the popular, casual Reef Restaurant sits on the soft white sand beach. Additional amenities include an intimate spa, an infinity-edge pool, tennis courts, a library/tea room, an upscale boutique, and a private white-sand beach. Two minutes by water taxi resides the nightlife of English Harbour. St. John's is approximately 18 km away and the international airport 20 km.

The stylish hotel brand and celebrity event planner will partner to bring extraordinary events to life.

Gansevoort Hotel Group (GHG) and David Tutera, Inc. announce a partnership in which Tutera will be the hotel group's preferred event planning partner. David Tutera, Inc. is the choice vendor for planning, production, floral services, and design for events at Gansevoort Hotel Group properties. GHG's locations in New York City's Meatpacking District and Park Avenue, Miami, and Turks and Caicos, are the preferred venues for weddings and events contracted by David Tutera.

Gansevoort Hotel Group, LLC (GHG) developed the first urban resort in New York City and the first luxury hotel in the Meatpacking District in 2004 with the opening of Hotel Gansevoort. The brand expanded with locations in Miami, Turks and Caicos and the soon to open on New York's Park Avenue.  All venues have exceptional space, including ballrooms in New York and Miami, to accommodate events ranging from intimate to over 500 attendees. Guests can say "I Do" on the beaches of Providenciales, celebrate with friends under the Miami sun, or host a poolside rooftop gathering high above New York City. Each Gansevoort hotel offers everything guests need under one roof, including hi-tech amenities, stylish accommodations, full-service spas, signature pools, five-star service, and destination lounges.

David Tutera is an award-winning wedding expert, star of "My Fair Wedding" on WEtv,  and principal of David Tutera, Inc. Tutera was named "Best Celebrity Wedding Planner" by Life & Style Magazine  and has planned events for over 20 years to impressive clients including Jennifer Lopez and Elton John. Tutera has created a name for himself by taking his passion for designing spectacular events and transforming it into a lifestyle.  His imagination will translate to innovative events at GHG properties as he continues to be at the forefront of trends in the entertaining business.

About Gansevoort Hotel Group
GHG, the developers of the flagship Hotel Gansevoort in New York City, is led by William and Michael Achenbaum and partner Arik Kislin.  Their second hotel, Gansevoort South in Miami, opened in early 2008 they manage a third hotel property, Gansevoort Turks and Caicos, which opened in April 2009. A fourth property, Gansevoort Park will open in New York City in Summer 2010. GHG specializes in full-service urban and lifestyle resorts that redefine the contemporary hotel experience. For more information, please visit our website.

About David Tutera, Inc.
David Tutera Inc. is an award winning company built from experience, dedication and Tutera's natural talent for transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. His name has become synonymous with style, elegance, creativity and vision.   Tutera has been honored by Modern Bride magazine as one of the Top 25 Trendsetters of the Year. Tutera has ventured into all facets of event planning, including: opening STEM by David Tutera, a full service retail floral and gift boutique on Spice Road at Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City; will launch David Tutera By Faviana, a line of luxurious wedding gowns inspired by celebrity red carpet fashions, in February 2010; and has authored several books on event planning.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Atlanta set the standard for romantic elegance, creating unforgettable wedding and reception experiences. The hotels’ wedding experts and culinary teams specialize in managing details with great precision and creating magnificent dining presentations. After the wedding reception, discover a Ritz-Carlton resort in the Caribbean, where sparkling blue waters blend seamlessly with the sand and sky offering a memorable and luxurious honeymoon.

* A catering contract with a $25,000 food and beverage minimum must be signed by March 31, 2010 for receptions held in 2010 and 2011 at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta or The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead. Five-night stay is for a complimentary deluxe room at a Ritz-Carlton resort in Grand Cayman, St. Thomas, Cancun, Jamaica or San Juan, and does not include food and beverage. Blackout dates apply. Does not apply to previously signed contracts.

For details, and to plan a wedding reception at The Ritz-Carlton Hotels of Atlanta, please contact Robin Kreitner at (770) 619-5227 or via email, for The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead, please contact Adrienne McGrady at (404) 495-2684 or via email.

The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta is a luxurious oasis in the heart of the city with new transitional interior design and a splash of glamour. For room reservations, please call the hotel at (404) 659-0400 or click here to visit the website. The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead is located in fashionable uptown Atlanta, the city’s most prestigious residential neighborhood. For room reservations, please call the hotel at (404) 237-2700 or visit our website. Please call (800) 241-3333 toll free for either hotel.

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte has unveiled a new Green wedding package designed to add environmental mindfulness to the wedding experience and become a keystone of the hotel’s eco-friendly practices.

Something Green takes advantage of the Charlotte area's rich bounty of culinary products while also responding to marrying couples’ interest in creating environmentally-responsible receptions. The package ensures that reception flowers and keepsakes do not become wasted resources, and it includes table linens made of fabric derived from recycled plastic bottle materials, centerpieces placed in compostable papier mch containers, and take-home gifts of plant-able herb gardens.

Priced at $189 per person, Something Green at the Ritz-Carlon, Charlotte Includes:

Reduced, Reused and Recycled Reception Decor
• Locally-Grown Foliage, Herbs and Flowers
• Natural Papier Mulch Centerpiece Containers {centerpieces may be replanted, composted or donated to the bride's choice of a local hospital or non-profit following the reception}
• Choice of Ivory or Gold Table Linen made from 100% Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
• Plant-able Herb Garden Favor for Each Guest

Fresh and Organic Reception Dining*
• Organic Beverage Selections -- Four-Hour Organic Open Bar featuring:
Juniper Green Gin, Crop Vodka, Mt. Gay Pagayo, 4 Copa Tequila, Bonterra Chardonnay and Bonterra "The McNab" Cabernet Sauvignon
• Farm-Fresh Hors d’Oeuvres and Green Salad
• Local and Organic Entree
Meyer's All Natural Filet Mignon, North Carolina Sweet Potato Dauphinoise, Jumbo Asparagus, Organic Carrot Pure, Red Wine Jus
• Classic Organic Wedding Cake with House-Made Jams

* The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte donates unused food to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.

The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte offers multiple wedding and reception settings, dinner seating for up to 480 guests, a spectacular grand staircase for bridal entrances, and a wedding cake program heralded for its contemporary taste and design. Wedding inquiries may be directed to 704-972-4452.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
An eco-focused rarity among luxury hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte offers 146 guest accommodations delivering highly-advanced technological and environmental features, and an array of innovative travel conveniences. The 18-story hotel features a 13,000-square-foot bi-level penthouse Wellness Center, fitness center and saline-treated swimming pool, and 14,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art meeting and wedding space. Dining highlights include the Lobby Lounge’s regional and organic culinary choices and signature martinis, cocktails, wines, coffees and flavored ice teas, while a street-side BLT Steak offers prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, a wide variety of tempting side dishes, and classic American dessert favorites. Located seven miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, the hotel enjoys a walkable setting moments from Uptown Charlotte’s favorite sights, sounds, businesses and attractions. For reservations, visit our website, call 800.241.3333, or contact a travel professional. Located at 201 East Trade Street in uptown Charlotte, The Ritz-Carlton may be reached directly at 704.547.2244.

The partners of One Atlantic are proud to announce that One Atlantic, a dramatic, upscale venue for extraordinary events, is officially open. The venue stands atop the Pier Shops at Caesars in Atlantic City and is the area’s only over-water, independent (non-casino) event space.

One Atlantic extends 100 yards out over and 80 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Taking full advantage of its unique location, the concept is sweepingly elegant with floor-to-ceiling windows providing panoramic views of the beach, boardwalk and ocean and creating an alluring setting for corporate galas, weddings and social events such as bar/bat mitzvahs. One Atlantic will offer full-service planning and production services to make events as seamless and turnkey as possible for clientele. 

The venue is the only major opening in Atlantic City this year and stands as a bright spot for the region’s events business leading into 2010. As the venue was being constructed, One Atlantic booked more than 60 events for next year, a testament to the excitement and interest the venue is already drawing among meeting planners, newlyweds-to-be and others organizing events.

The contemporary design features 10,000 square feet of integrated event space and a 2,000-square-foot outdoor terrace. The space’s flexibility will allow for a broad range of set-ups, accommodating everything from cocktail receptions for 1,000 and 500-person banquets to intimate gatherings for as few as 20.

Aside from its unique location, One Atlantic has another distinct advantage - cuisine. Led by partner and master caterer Jon Weinrott, founder of the renowned Philadelphia-based catering company Peachtree & Ward, the venue is placing a particular emphasis on the inventiveness and quality of culinary experiences with personal touches. For example, the venue offers a “100-mile menu” where all foods served at an event come from no further than 100 miles, thus promoting both eco-consciousness and locavorism. The inspired offerings will be complemented by special signature elements including flavored sea salts for both food and cocktails as well as delectable sea-salted chocolates. Both invoke One Atlantic’s stunning ocean setting.

Gourmet custom catering will include special menus for Kosher, international, organic and vegetarian preferences, and is complemented by the services of an award-winning mixologist who can create custom cocktails for any event. Bar offerings will include fresh-squeezed juices, micro-brews, private label wines and custom-infused liquors. The services of an expert sommelier will be available to hand-pick the perfect wines for any menu.

Reservations are now being accepted for all dates.

For further information, see One Atlantic Events.  To speak with someone personally regarding questions or to make reservations, please call 609-343-9902 or email.

About One Atlantic:
One Atlantic is the region’s only independent, fully over-water event venue, stretching 100 yards into the Atlantic Ocean. One Atlantic features ocean views from every room in its 10,000 square feet of interior event space and 2,000-square-foot outdoor terrace. The venue will be the premier space for social events of all genres – including weddings, corporate functions and charity galas – with a special emphasis on exemplary cuisine.