Dreams Come True As Couples Say "I Do" With Dazzling Wedding Celebrations In Las Vegas

"Wedding Capital of the World" Offers Perfect Backdrop to Ceremonies Year-Round

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Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA)

Sep 23, 2014, 06:00 ET

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 23, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Couples searching for the perfect location for their destination wedding will find true happiness in Las Vegas, the "Wedding Capital of the World." With more than 300 sunny days a year, the destination provides the perfect backdrop for couples ready to tie the knot. Las Vegas offers everything from elaborate, over-the-top venues to intimate settings that will bring the most romantic dreams to life. That's why it's no surprise that 100,000 marriage licenses are issued each year, for couples looking to make it official.

Wynn Las Vegas recently unveiled its new design inside The Wedding Salon, taking inspiration from an antique sterling silver box made by Buccelatti, with a creme duchesse satin lining. It features three elegant wedding locations, including two indoor venues and a beautifully designed outdoor space for wedding ceremonies or vow renewals. In honor of the reopening, the resort created the Diamond Extravagance package, which exudes five-star luxury. The package includes custom Cartier wedding bands, a first dance choreographed by performers from Le Reve – The Dream, a private party inside XS Nightclub, and a rehearsal dinner at the award-winning Bartolotta Ristorante Di Mare, complete with a champagne toast by Chef Paul Bartolotta. The Margaux lawn, which overlooks the Wynn golf course, is where the couple will have the exclusive opportunity to host their romantic ceremony, with a customized reception to follow in one of the opulent ballrooms.

Home to two wedding chapels and several outdoor locations, Bellagio Resort & Casino offers intimate settings for couples looking for romance and beauty. The Terrace of Dreams is a popular choice and provides a stunning view of the Bellagio Fountains and its surrounding Tuscan landscape. Wedding planners will time the famous water show to begin as the couple embraces for their long-awaited first kiss.

Seal your love above Las Vegas inside the exclusive Wedding Suite at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Purposefully designed without the traditional aisle and ceremony seating, guests stand in awe as vows are exchanged either in-suite or on the private wraparound terrace overlooking the heart of Las Vegas Boulevard. Couples can also opt for a fireside ceremony at the Boulevard Pool overlooking the Ice Rink and Las Vegas Strip during the winter season.

Become husband and wife atop the High Roller at The LINQ Promenade. The largest observation wheel in the world offers stunning views of the destination for the lucky couple and 38 guests. The High Roller is also great for a wedding reception, offering open bar inside a private cabin.

From intimate weddings to a grand affair, Caesars Palace offers multiple venues for marriages and vow renewals. The largest chapel on the Strip, holding 196 guests, can be found in the Augustus Tower. The property also has two outdoor locations, the Venus and Juno Gardens.

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is a non-gaming, luxury hotel on the Strip and offers several outdoor spaces that will make any ceremony memorable. Intimate outdoor ceremonies are booked on the Fountain Terrace, while the hotel's private pool and PRESS patio can also be rented for weddings and receptions. The property's Grand Staircase has become an iconic backdrop for wedding photos. The hotel is also home to the first kosher kitchen on the Strip; providing the perfect culinary creations.

The recently renovated Wedding Chapel at ARIA Resort & Casino features just one chapel to ensure exclusivity to the special couple and their guests. This venue combines sleek and modern design with lavish decor for an elegant and sophisticated experience.

Everlasting love can be sealed with a kiss at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. Professional wedding planners help couples take a step back in time for a vintage wedding, complete with hair, makeup and dramatic lighting to mimic the ambiance of the 1940s. Those looking for an unparalleled intimate setting should consider Joel Robuchon's Parisian Terrace. This package includes a private dining room where the wedding festivities continue with a five-course dinner menu.

Wedding planners at The Venetian Las Vegas are seeing several new trends this year, including the request for a soft, elegant ceremony with antique roses, pearls and stem brooches along with hand-tied bouquets. The property offers two tranquil locations for the perfect outdoor wedding reception. Both the Venezia Courtyard and Wedding Terrace offer lush greenery and serene fountains for the perfect romantic oasis.

Say "je t'aime" a top the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas. This imitate ceremony includes the couple and their 12 closest friends and family, 460 feet above the Las Vegas Strip on the tower's observation deck. Couples can also select a guitarist or violinist to accompany their special day.

Brides looking to make a statement on their wedding day should consider the volcano package at The Mirage Hotel & Casino. Daytime weddings offer a serene tropical setting, while evening weddings bring the heat as vows are exchanged overlooking the erupting volcano and cascading waterfall. For the thrill-seekers, imagine taking the plunge at 67 miles-per-hour, while riding the coaster at New York-New York Hotel & Casino. Invite 16 family and friends to enjoy the ride of a lifetime. Other unforgettable backdrops include Mandalay Bay Beach and Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. Couples seeking a non-traditional and truly unique experience should consider The Deuce Lounge or GOLD Boutique Nightclub and Lounge at ARIA Resort Casino.

The NEW Tropicana Las Vegas offers a tropical yet modern feel for its couples inside the resort's wedding chapel. Guests are taken to paradise with its white plantation shutters, stylish palms and dark wooden chairs. For a more elegant option, the Havana Room offers a grand chandelier and state-of-the-art technology that will set the mood for any wedding party looking for a truly luxurious experience.

With six decades of experience, it's no surprise that couples often exchange vows at the Chapel of the Flowers. With almost an acre of cobblestone-accented grounds, this venue offers traditional, modern and elegant wedding options. The Graceland Wedding Chapel has married many celebrity couples over the years, including: Elvis Presley, Jay Leno, Johnny Depp and Billy Ray Cyrus. This chapel specializes in making your day iconic by utilizing one of four resident Elvis impersonators on staff.

Modern architectural wonder demands attention and offers the "wow" factor at the Keep Memory Alive Event Center. With proceeds going to research, treatment and clinical studies at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, every unforgettable event will help others remember.

Brides will be center stage with a wedding at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Las Vegas. The stunning art deco style creates an elegant and sophisticated backdrop, turning the special day into a true masterpiece. Other notable locations in Las Vegas include The Neon Museum and The Mob Museum, both will take guests back in time for a history lesson. The stunning art deco style creates an elegant and sophisticated backdrop to your vows, while our ringing carillon bell adds a touch of old-world romance. It's a one-of-a-kind setting that can turn your wedding into a true masterpiece.The stunning art deco style creates an elegant and sophisticated backdrop to your vows, while our ringing carillon bell adds a touch of old-world romance. It's a one-of-a-kind setting that can turn your wedding into a true masterpiece.

To plan your Las Vegas wedding celebration, including air and hotel packages, show tickets and more, visit www.lasvegas.com

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The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide, and also with operating the Las Vegas Convention Center and Cashman Center. With nearly 150,000 hotel rooms in Las Vegas alone and 10.8 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space citywide, the LVCVA's mission centers on attracting ever increasing numbers of leisure and business visitors to the area. For more information, go to www.lvcva.com or www.LasVegas.com.

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