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		Welcome Happy New Year to you and welcome to our first newsletter of 2007! There's nothing like a new year to motivate us to set some goals - and hopefully achieve them! Of course, when you are planning a wedding, you probably have a 'To Do' list that seems endless. But whether your goals this year are to pull together a wedding to rival TomKat's 'modest' affair, shed a few pounds so you can fit into that dream wedding dress or just learn to relax more and take things in your stride, then we are here to help! This issue contains hot tips, special offers and all the latest news from the wedding front. And remember you can always drop us a line if you need more advice or want to pass on any comments - we love to talk weddings! Lorna lorna@scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk Out Now! The Spring/Summer '07 issue of The Scottish Wedding Directory is hot off the press and on sale at newsstands now. This is our best issue ever, if we do say so ourselves! There's 386 pages of fashion, features filled with advice on every possible aspect of getting married, fabulous competitions, plus the complimentary Scottish Wedding Venues magazine. As always, you can order the magazine - and any back issues or our sister publication, Real Life Weddings - online at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/sales/sales.html. Your Chance to Win a Luxury Break on the Isle of Arran We're offering all readers the opportunity to win a two-night stay at the Auchrannie House Hotel & Spa on the Isle of Arran. All you have to do is respond to our 2007 Readers Survey online! The survey should take just 5 - 10 minutes to complete and you can be entered into our prize draw - plus you'll help us out with your opinions! For further details and to complete our survey, please click on the button below or visit www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the 'Readers Survey' link. Back to top Infinity Bridal Couture Ltd in Dunfermline is holding a Designer Day on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th February with the Essence Collection. This is a great opportunity to get a good deal on the dress of your dreams, so why not pay them a visit. Infinity Bridal Couture is located at 21-23 James Street, Dunfermline, Fife. Tel: 01383 623490, www.infinitybridal.com Back to top Stationery At last! Brides can now order XOXO's scrumptious stationery designs in Pocketfolds. Now an official supplier of the fabulous Envelopments, XOXO will produce your Pocketfolds in any of their unique designs, be it fun and funky or sleek and stylish. Holding a series of pre-printed cards with all the information your guests need, they are both neat and impressive - a truly delightful package to wow your guests with and an inkling of the delights that lie ahead! Prices start at £4.50 for a Pocketfold holding an invitation, rsvp card and reply envelope. Additional items at extra cost. For more information, visit www.xoxo-wedding.co.uk. HEN NIGHTS Zen Hen Forget those tacky hen weekends where you're forced to wear the obligatory 'L' plates and sink your sixth tequila slammer while dancing to Justin Timberlake. Why not opt for something that will completely relax your mind, body and soul in preparation for the big day. Apex City Quay Hotel and Spa, Dundee, has put together a 'Zen Hen' package for all brides-to-be and their entourage of friends and family. The package costs just £80 per person and includes a day pass to the hotel's Spa facilities including the ozone pool, hot tubs, steam room and sauna. You will also receive complimentary treatments of a back massage, mini facial, file and polish plus a three-course lunch at Metro Brasserie and a glass of Champagne! And if you want to make a weekend of it, the Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa is offering bed and breakfast rates from just £79 per room based on two sharing.. To book, call Yu Spa on 01382 309 309 and quote 'ZHPR11' or view details online at www.yuspa.co.uk FAVOURS Looking for favours that will pamper your guests? Banyan Tree Resorts, Asia's top luxury hotels and spa chain, now have an online gallery at www.banyantreegallery.com/weddingfavours where you can select from scented gifts like candles, quality incense sticks and potpourri. Banyan Tree employs a socially responsible ethos, working closely with local villages and non-profit craft marketing agents to provide employment and to sustain ethnic craft skills, so not only will your guests love their favours but you'll feel good about giving them too! Banyan Tree Gallery also offers a wedding gift wish list. The selection of Asian-style home furnishings and spa accessories is ideal for couples looking to enhance their lifestyles and recreate the romantic and tranquil Banyan Tree experience at home. It's easy to use - you just draw up your wish list with an online wedding registry account at www.banyantreegallery.com. Family and friends are notified of your wedding gift preferences through an e-invitation that is sent after the list has been created. When a gift is purchased, the Wedding Registry list is immediately updated and the purchased item will be delivered to the couple via international courier in a combined shipment with other gifts. All Wedding Registry users can enjoy complimentary gift-wrapping services and customised greetings. For more information, visit www.banyantreegallery.com MUSIC Be An Organised Bride 'The Organised Bride' is a newly-released CD offering the definitive collection of wedding music for both religious and civil ceremonies. The CD includes classics such as Handel's 'Arrival of the Queen of Sheba' and Wagner's 'Wedding March', plus many lesser-known pieces. This CD is a must-have item for all brides in need of a little inspiration in selecting their wedding ceremony music. The CD is also the perfect gift for lovers of wedding music and a great keepsake to evoke memories of your special day. 'The Organised Bride' CD is £11.99 and available while supplies last.On sale now at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/sales/organisedbride.htm Back to top Mid-Week Wedding Dates For 2007 While it can be true that many of the best venues have bookings years in advance, do not lost hope yet for a fabulous venue for your 2007 wedding! There are a number of venues with late availability dates - and if you are open to a midweek or Friday, Sunday wedding, you will find even more choice. One such venue is Craigsanquhar House Hotel in Cupar, which is offering discounts on weddings held Sunday - Thursday throughout 2007. Set in the rolling countryside of Fife, this 19th century mansion house was awarded 'Scottish Wedding Hotel of the Year (Medium Classic category) by Hotel Review Scotland. The hotel offers attentive but discreet service, an exclusive use function suite, and fabulous food and wines. For further information and mid-week discounted rates you can contact the hotel on 01334 653426, or email info@craigsanquhar.com, www.craigsanquhar.com Win Your Wedding Reception At The George Hotel In The Heart Of Edinburgh Head over to our website at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the 'competitions' link if you fancy winning a dream wedding reception at the George Hotel in Edinburgh! Following a major refurbishment in 2006, The George Hotel is now a truly luxurious wedding venue. This incredible prize package for SWD readers includes welcome drinks, wedding breakfast and an evening reception for up to 100 guests, plus an overnight stay for the bride and groom! The George Hotel is also offering SWD readers the opportunity to find out more about their wedding packages during a one-night stay. The special rate of £89 for a double room includes bed and breakfast and a show-round by one of the wedding events team. To book your stay (dates subject to availability) please contact 0131 240 7171 and mention The Scottish Wedding Directory Readers Offer. You can find out more about The George Hotel at www.principal-hotels.com Back to top Wedding Fairs Want to get all your wedding suppliers sorted in just one weekend? Sounds impossible, but it can be done by attending one of this season's wedding fairs - and with three of the largest wedding fairs in Scotland scheduled over 17/18 February, why not invite your Mum and bridesmaids for a real girlie weekend! For your chance to win tickets to these wedding fairs, please visit www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the competitions link. Scotland's Exclusive Wedding Event Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow - 17/18 February 2007 At this show you can enjoy catwalk shows, hear the largest collection of live entertainment: bands, pipers and string quartets; participate in hair & beauty demonstrations from industry professionals, and check out thousands of products and services. For tickets and further information on Scotland's Exclusive Wedding Event, visit www.scotlandsweddingevent.co.uk or call 0845 22 55 195, Edinburgh Corn Exchange Wedding Fair and Fashion Show - 17/18 October This wedding fair boasts an exclusive fashion show previewing 2007 collections from a range of Edinburgh's exclusive bridal designers and salons, along with over 70 exhibitors. Plus every bride will receive a free glass of bubbly! The fair runs from 11am - 5pm. For further information, contact 0871 700 0090 or www.ece.uk.com/wedding fair. Visit The Scottish Wedding Show in Glasgow and Edinburgh! Now you can visit two wedding fairs with a dual ticket entry to the Scottish Wedding Show including the Glasgow SECC show on 17th/18th February, and the Edinburgh show at Ingliston on 3rd/4th March. Both shows include sensational catwalk fashion shows, wine tasting, bridal beauty and Scotland's leading wedding companies on hand to answer all your questions. For more tickets and further information, call 0141 587 6088 or visit www.thescottishweddingshow.com for Glasgow and www.edinburghweddngshow.com for Edinburgh. Other wedding fairs are also taking place soon in the following areas: Ayrshire Wedding Show : 27/28 January , Ayr Racecourse, from 10am - 5pm . Tickets £5. Contact 01292 287544 for further information. Dunfermline : 21 January , The Glen Pavillion, from 11:30am - 4pm . For details Contact 01383 737289. Dundee : 04 February, Caird Hall, from 11:30am - 4:30pm. For details Contact 01241 410343. Aberdeen : 13/14 January , AECC from 10am - 5pm . For details contact 0845 126 7842 Oban : 25 February , Corran Halls from 11am - 5pm. For further information contact 01631 570555 You can also visit our website at http://www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/news/wedfairs/wfairs.html to find a list of all scheduled wedding fairs in your region. Back to top

Welcome
Happy New Year to you and welcome to our first newsletter of 2007! There's nothing like a new year to motivate us to set some goals - and hopefully achieve them! Of course, when you are planning a wedding, you probably have a 'To Do' list that seems endless. But whether your goals this year are to pull together a wedding to rival TomKat's 'modest' affair, shed a few pounds so you can fit into that dream wedding dress or just learn to relax more and take things in your stride, then we are here to help! This issue contains hot tips, special offers and all the latest news from the wedding front. And remember you can always drop us a line if you need more advice or want to pass on any comments - we love to talk weddings!

Lorna
lorna@scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk

Out Now!
The Spring/Summer '07 issue of The Scottish Wedding Directory is hot off the press and on sale at newsstands now. This is our best issue ever, if we do say so ourselves! There's 386 pages of fashion, features filled with advice on every possible aspect of getting married, fabulous competitions, plus the complimentary Scottish Wedding Venues magazine. As always, you can order the magazine - and any back issues or our sister publication, Real Life Weddings - online at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/sales/sales.html.

Your Chance to Win a Luxury Break on the Isle of Arran
We're offering all readers the opportunity to win a two-night stay at the Auchrannie House Hotel & Spa on the Isle of Arran. All you have to do is respond to our 2007 Readers Survey online! The survey should take just 5 - 10 minutes to complete and you can be entered into our prize draw - plus you'll help us out with your opinions! For further details and to complete our survey, please click on the button below or visit www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the 'Readers Survey' link.

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Infinity Bridal Couture Ltd in Dunfermline is holding a Designer Day on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th February with the Essence Collection. This is a great opportunity to get a good deal on the dress of your dreams, so why not pay them a visit. Infinity Bridal Couture is located at 21-23 James Street, Dunfermline, Fife. Tel: 01383 623490, www.infinitybridal.com

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Stationery
At last! Brides can now order XOXO's scrumptious stationery designs in Pocketfolds.

Now an official supplier of the fabulous Envelopments, XOXO will produce your Pocketfolds in any of their unique designs, be it fun and funky or sleek and stylish. Holding a series of pre-printed cards with all the information your guests need, they are both neat and impressive - a truly delightful package to wow your guests with and an inkling of the delights that lie ahead!

Prices start at £4.50 for a Pocketfold holding an invitation, rsvp card and reply envelope. Additional items at extra cost. For more information, visit www.xoxo-wedding.co.uk.

HEN NIGHTS

Zen Hen
Forget those tacky hen weekends where you're forced to wear the obligatory 'L' plates and sink your sixth tequila slammer while dancing to Justin Timberlake. Why not opt for something that will completely relax your mind, body and soul in preparation for the big day. Apex City Quay Hotel and Spa, Dundee, has put together a 'Zen Hen' package for all brides-to-be and their entourage of friends and family. The package costs just £80 per person and includes a day pass to the hotel's Spa facilities including the ozone pool, hot tubs, steam room and sauna. You will also receive complimentary treatments of a back massage, mini facial, file and polish plus a three-course lunch at Metro Brasserie and a glass of Champagne! And if you want to make a weekend of it, the Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa is offering bed and breakfast rates from just £79 per room based on two sharing..
To book, call Yu Spa on 01382 309 309 and quote 'ZHPR11' or view details online at www.yuspa.co.uk

FAVOURS

Looking for favours that will pamper your guests? Banyan Tree Resorts, Asia's top luxury hotels and spa chain, now have an online gallery at www.banyantreegallery.com/weddingfavours where you can select from scented gifts like candles, quality incense sticks and potpourri. Banyan Tree employs a socially responsible ethos, working closely with local villages and non-profit craft marketing agents to provide employment and to sustain ethnic craft skills, so not only will your guests love their favours but you'll feel good about giving them too!

Banyan Tree Gallery also offers a wedding gift wish list. The selection of Asian-style home furnishings and spa accessories is ideal for couples looking to enhance their lifestyles and recreate the romantic and tranquil Banyan Tree experience at home. It's easy to use - you just draw up your wish list with an online wedding registry account at www.banyantreegallery.com. Family and friends are notified of your wedding gift preferences through an e-invitation that is sent after the list has been created. When a gift is purchased, the Wedding Registry list is immediately updated and the purchased item will be delivered to the couple via international courier in a combined shipment with other gifts. All Wedding Registry users can enjoy complimentary gift-wrapping services and customised greetings. For more information, visit www.banyantreegallery.com

MUSIC

Be An Organised Bride
'The Organised Bride' is a newly-released CD offering the definitive collection of wedding music for both religious and civil ceremonies. The CD includes classics such as Handel's 'Arrival of the Queen of Sheba' and Wagner's 'Wedding March', plus many lesser-known pieces. This CD is a must-have item for all brides in need of a little inspiration in selecting their wedding ceremony music. The CD is also the perfect gift for lovers of wedding music and a great keepsake to evoke memories of your special day. 'The Organised Bride' CD is £11.99 and available while supplies last.On sale now at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/sales/organisedbride.htm

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Mid-Week Wedding Dates For 2007

While it can be true that many of the best venues have bookings years in advance, do not lost hope yet for a fabulous venue for your 2007 wedding! There are a number of venues with late availability dates - and if you are open to a midweek or Friday, Sunday wedding, you will find even more choice. One such venue is Craigsanquhar House Hotel in Cupar, which is offering discounts on weddings held Sunday - Thursday throughout 2007. Set in the rolling countryside of Fife, this 19th century mansion house was awarded 'Scottish Wedding Hotel of the Year (Medium Classic category) by Hotel Review Scotland. The hotel offers attentive but discreet service, an exclusive use function suite, and fabulous food and wines. For further information and mid-week discounted rates you can contact the hotel on 01334 653426, or email info@craigsanquhar.com, www.craigsanquhar.com

Win Your Wedding Reception At The George Hotel In The Heart Of Edinburgh

Head over to our website at www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the 'competitions' link if you fancy winning a dream wedding reception at the George Hotel in Edinburgh! Following a major refurbishment in 2006, The George Hotel is now a truly luxurious wedding venue. This incredible prize package for SWD readers includes welcome drinks, wedding breakfast and an evening reception for up to 100 guests, plus an overnight stay for the bride and groom!

The George Hotel is also offering SWD readers the opportunity to find out more about their wedding packages during a one-night stay. The special rate of £89 for a double room includes bed and breakfast and a show-round by one of the wedding events team. To book your stay (dates subject to availability) please contact 0131 240 7171 and mention The Scottish Wedding Directory Readers Offer. You can find out more about The George Hotel at www.principal-hotels.com

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Wedding Fairs
Want to get all your wedding suppliers sorted in just one weekend? Sounds impossible, but it can be done by attending one of this season's wedding fairs - and with three of the largest wedding fairs in Scotland scheduled over 17/18 February, why not invite your Mum and bridesmaids for a real girlie weekend! For your chance to win tickets to these wedding fairs, please visit www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk and click on the competitions link.

Scotland's Exclusive Wedding Event
Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow - 17/18 February 2007
At this show you can enjoy catwalk shows, hear the largest collection of live entertainment: bands, pipers and string quartets; participate in hair & beauty demonstrations from industry professionals, and check out thousands of products and services. For tickets and further information on Scotland's Exclusive Wedding Event, visit www.scotlandsweddingevent.co.uk or call 0845 22 55 195,

Edinburgh Corn Exchange Wedding Fair and Fashion Show - 17/18 October This wedding fair boasts an exclusive fashion show previewing 2007 collections from a range of Edinburgh's exclusive bridal designers and salons, along with over 70 exhibitors. Plus every bride will receive a free glass of bubbly! The fair runs from 11am - 5pm. For further information, contact 0871 700 0090 or www.ece.uk.com/wedding fair.

Visit The Scottish Wedding Show in Glasgow and Edinburgh!
Now you can visit two wedding fairs with a dual ticket entry to the Scottish Wedding Show including the Glasgow SECC show on 17th/18th February, and the Edinburgh show at Ingliston on 3rd/4th March. Both shows include sensational catwalk fashion shows, wine tasting, bridal beauty and Scotland's leading wedding companies on hand to answer all your questions. For more tickets and further information, call 0141 587 6088 or visit www.thescottishweddingshow.com for Glasgow and www.edinburghweddngshow.com for Edinburgh.

Other wedding fairs are also taking place soon in the following areas:

Ayrshire Wedding Show : 27/28 January , Ayr Racecourse, from 10am - 5pm . Tickets £5. Contact 01292 287544 for further information.

Dunfermline : 21 January , The Glen Pavillion, from 11:30am - 4pm . For details Contact 01383 737289.

Dundee : 04 February, Caird Hall, from 11:30am - 4:30pm. For details Contact 01241 410343.

Aberdeen : 13/14 January , AECC from 10am - 5pm . For details contact 0845 126 7842

Oban : 25 February , Corran Halls from 11am - 5pm. For further information contact 01631 570555

You can also visit our website at http://www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk/news/wedfairs/wfairs.html to find a list of all scheduled wedding fairs in your region.

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