Favorite Venue: Black Diamond

Last week we had the privilege of visiting the beautiful Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Florida. The Black Diamond Ranch is part golf course and part resort and would make a lovely wedding location for any bride who should be so lucky. 

Upon entrance, the venue has a very warm, comfortable feel that is still very upscale and elegant. With the stone flooring and giant fireplaces it feels very much like a cozy lodge. But, make no mistake, the Black Diamond Ranch has breathtaking views and, upon closer look, the great room seems almost as though it was designed for weddings.

Our photos:

Photos from their website:

Gorgeous, right? The great room can seat up to 300 and couples have the choice of getting married on that grassy spot (first photo of mine) near the lodge or down by the fabulous rock quarry (last photo of theirs). Seriously beautiful.

For more information and photos be sure to visit their website at www.blackdiamondranch.com.

The Luck of the Irish!

I am going to Ireland is less than a month! And I am staying here. Aren't you jealous, if you aren't you totally should be! This is actually a photograph of the actual tower we have rented for the week. It is amazing! The perfect spot for a wedding.

Don't worry, I'll be blogging with tons of photographs - but the castle only has dial up internet access... I mean HELLO get with technology you old 600 year old amazing piece of architecture!

So I thought I'd just brag a bit about where I'll be in less than a month. And forewarn you that blogging may be intermittent and a bit off due to the time change.

We are flying into Dublin and staying there for one night, then driving across the country, take a peek at my map. If you've ever been and have some tips for me, leave a comment or email me and let me know where to go, what to see and where to shop!