The small city of Sedona, located in Northern Arizona, offers some of the most beautiful scenic backdrops for any wedding; located two hours north of Phoenix and 45 minutes south of Flagstaff, Sedona is surrounded by the Coconino National Forest. The scenic drive between Sedona and Flagstaff winds through Oak Creek Canyon, popular for camping in the summer months. However, Sedona's unique scenic offering is its location nestled amongst the huge red rocks of the surrounding mountains.
Alternative Sedona Wedding Locations
Sedona is extremely popular with brides from all around the world when considering a wedding location; choice of wedding locations in Sedona is huge. There are many large resorts, hotels and spas offering all inclusive wedding packages that many wedding resorts and spas offer throughout the world. However, there are some more unusual and alternative options for brides who wish to plan a unique wedding.
Wedding Jeep Tours in Sedona
Jeep tours may not traditionally be associated with weddings but for adventurous brides and grooms (and wedding guests) jeep tours can offer a wedding to remember! Jeeps will take the wedding party to and from the chosen wedding location (usually at one of the many red rock locations around Sedona), offering an alternative trip down the aisle.
There are many jeep companies in Sedona which offer a wedding package. It is advisable to check with individual jeep companies as to the exact wedding packages offered; some Sedona jeep companies include Pink Jeep Tours, Red Rock Jeep Tours and Safari Jeep Tours.
Tlaqapaque Mexican Weddings
Tlaqapaque Arts and Crafts Village in Sedona is located on the banks of Oak Creek, amongst the shade of large Sycamore trees; Tlaqapaque is a 'mini' recreation of a Mexican village with over 40 specialty shops and art galleries. Located within Tlaqapaque is a non-denominational chapel, suitable for small, intimate weddings; the chapel is similar to an old Mexican chapel, complete with its own bell tower.
Brides may also choose to hold a wedding in one of the many courtyards located around Tlaqapaque; there is also a wedding banquet room in which to hold wedding receptions. The Tlaqapaque location in Sedona is suitable for small weddings of up to 100 guests. Tlaqapaque has its own wedding consultant to help brides plan a wedding; contact Tlaqapaque Arts and Crafts Village direct for further information.
Sedona Weddings in Red Rock Country
Several wedding planners in Sedona can help in arranging a wedding package at one of the many red rock locations around Sedona; it is possible to be married at red rock locations such as Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock and Courthouse Butte. Due to Sedona's American south-west location, there are several opportunities to incorporate Native American elements or beliefs into the wedding ceremony.
Sedona wedding planners will arrange the marriage officiant, photographers, wedding hair and make-up and many other bridal services. Prices range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars, depending on the wedding options chosen; the Sedona Wedding Professionals Association provides details of many professional wedding planners in Sedona.
Sedona Weddings
Sedona has many world class resorts and spas, award winning bed and breakfast's and many fine dining restaurants; any wedding location chosen in Sedona will allow the wedding couple and wedding guests to enjoy all of these first class facilities. Close to Sedona is a fast growing area of vineyards and it may soon be possible to hold a wedding in one of the many Sedona wineries, both picturesque and practical for holding the wedding reception afterwards!
Sharon Falsetto - Sharon Falsetto is a business owner, certified clinical aromatherapist & professional writer with a life-long interest in plants.
