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Thomas Harper, Hirings Manager at the Award-Winning Hylands House, Essex, gives advice on what to consider when hiring a wedding venue.

If you’re looking for luxury and glamour it doesn’t get much better than this.  In an area already renowned for its beauty – Velaa Private Island in the Maldives takes the over the top, once in a lifetime getaway to an entirely new level.  Ideal for honeymoons - amidst its unquestionable beauty it is also quintessentially private. Accessible only by boat, The Romantic Pool Residence is an ultra-private one-bedroom villa suspended above the lagoon with uninterrupted views of the ocean.

Set on the jaw-dropping Cretan coastline, Domes of Elounda is a truly magical place to begin the rest of your lives together  - stunning views, beautiful beach, spectacular dining, impeccable service and an excellent spa matched only by the glimmering views over the Bay of Elounda and the enchanting island of Spinalonga.

Domes of Elounda is without question one of the world’s premiere honeymoon destinations, specializing in creating a honeymoon that dreams are made of.

This Valentine’s day, La Belle Assiette is offering an alternative to crammed dining rooms and overpriced “special” menus, by giving customers the chance to hire their own personal chef for the big occasion. With the restaurant industry bracing itself for one of the busiest nights in the calendar, diners can dodge the hordes while enjoying a romantic, restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of their own homes, prepared, served and cleared away by one of an extensive database of professional chefs.

Once you’ve chosen from one of the website’s huge range of set menus, your personal chef will buy fresh ingredients, prepare your meal and act as waiter for the evening, leaving you free to sit back and enjoy the occasion with your other half.

Whether you’re looking to have a ‘green wedding’, love the shabby chic trend or simply wanting to save the pennies, a lick of paint and some creative thought can go a long way increating the perfect wedding.

Upcycling expert, editor of All Round Creative Junkie and North East Blogger of the Year Cheryl Lumley shares her tips for adding that extra sparkle to a wedding without breaking the bank.