I am looking at renting a Christian youth camp for the wedding. It is possible to rent out various cabins (some are private with Queen-sized beds and their own bathrooms, others are large cabins with bunk beds and shared bathrooms). I thought this would be nice because people could stay there all weekend and not have to worry about driving. There would also be activities available all weekend, like horseback riding, hiking, etc.

The camp charges per person staying, not by renting out an entire cabin. For example, it costs $30 per person per night if they stay in one of the cabins with bunk beds, and a little more for the private cabins. Because of the arrangements, I would have to pay the camp upfront for the number of guests staying overnight.

I plan to pay for the extra activities, but spending $60 per person to stay there two nights — plus all the other wedding expenses — is just not possible. But since I have to pay the camp myself, that means guests would have to pay me for their stay. I’m worried they either 1) won’t end up paying or 2) will find this awkward or rude.

On the other hand, it would be less expensive than staying in a hotel and they’d be on site all weekend for activities. A hotel is also available several miles away.

Any thoughts?

My Fiance is a Marine and I’m going to see him this coming weekend (Memorial Day) We haven’t seen each other in 2 months granted that’s better than the three months of no communication through boot camp but still! His step mom and dad got us a 5 star hotel for our birthday presents…his birthday is the 30th mine is the 5th but I want to surprise him by having the room all decorated for him. I know it seems like this is what the guy should do for the girl, but I want to do something special for him. Any ideas?

We’re going to be taking a 2 week long road trip around the American West for our honeymoon – it’s going to be fun! We’re going to be on either end of the spectrum; luxury hotels to camping. There will be a lot of beautiful natural parks and landmarks to visit as well as some fun time in Vegas and Taos.

What are some things I can bring/surprises I can plan to add an additional touch of romance to the experience? We’re both really looking forward to our wedding and our honeymoon trip; I can’t wait!