Cape Fear Wedding: Wilmington, a destination for weddings

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A destination for weddings
Cape Fear Coast draws couples for romantic wedding settings

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Thousands of people every year move to the Wilmington area because of its attractions and appealing lifestyle. So it�s no wonder that Wilmington has become a popular place to come to get married.
Whether because of its Old South atmosphere, historic attractions, mild climate, or the ocean, the Cape Fear region is attracting �destination weddings.�

Photo by Frank Bua

Out-of-town couples planning a wedding here should consider these points:

Both bride and groom must appear in person, within 60 days of the wedding, to get the marriage license. This may be done at any county Register of Deeds office in North Carolina. For more on the license:
To help manage the many logistical details, a local wedding planner or coordinator can be indispensable. Ask yourself whether you want to deal with a dozen or more suppliers and other professionals by long-distance. For more on wedding planners:
Many popular wedding and reception sites, especially those near the ocean, are booked up far in advance. Check early -- a year or more isn�t too early -- to avoid disappointment. For reception site directory:
Many hotels will offer a special rate for blocks of room reserved for wedding guests. But because this is a prime tourist destination, make your plans well in advance to ensure rooms are available. For more on accommodations:

If many of your guests will be traveling, you may want to offer them information about area attractions. For some, a Wilmington or beach wedding is a perfect excuse for a mini-vacation.
For more on the area�s beaches, historic sites, downtown riverfront area, golf, dining and shopping, we recommend the Wilmington Today visitor guide. This hardcover book is found in most area hotel rooms.
See www.WilmingtonToday.com

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