Photo by Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack .
“ Being with the couple when they first come in , during the event and after is helpful for creating a good relationship that puts a couple at ease ,” says Baker . “ Our on-staff chef works with the couple and does a taste testing . We advise the couple of timelines and how we can do different things to entertain guests , followed by a reception . We coordinate with the photographer and DJ . We know when it is time for everything . We help the couples through the entire day . I really work with the couples to make it go smoothly . We help with tear down , let them come back the next day and more .”
At Wheeling Island , the bride and groom can have their ceremony on-site while guests can stay at the hotel . To ensure the best angles are captured for this special occasion , the venue offers top-notch places for taking photos .
J . Q . Dickinson Salt-Works in Charleston , WV , boasts unique event coordination and a coordinator who is involved in every step of the process .
“ We don ’ t want any detail to get missed ,” says Nancy Bruns , CEO and co-founder of J . Q . Dickinson . “ From the time the couple books the space until the wedding is over , our event planner is involved with the caterer , musicians or DJs , florists , rental companies , ordering alcohol , planning special cocktails , set up of the dining space and more .”
Though J . Q . Dickinson is located near downtown Charleston , it is very intimate in nature . It has several areas of farmland that can be utilized
depending on the size of the wedding and what the bride and groom want for their special day . The company believes having an event coordinator is more efficient and cost-effective than planning everything on your own .
“ West Virginia is the best place to get married ,” says Bruns . “ It is so beautiful here and the West Virginia locals are the kindest , most helpful people in the country .”
Photo by J . Q . Dickinson Salt-Works .
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