Arizona Event Firm Expands to Include Italy Market

PHOENIX, AZ, July 17, 2007 - Valley event planning firm, Blue Orchid Designs, today announced the launch of their destination planning services for couples planning to tie the knot in Italy.

“A lot of couples don’t have the time or the know-how to deal with all the details of
planning a wedding abroad,” says Liene Stevens, founder and lead consultant of Blue Orchid Designs, “Do we have the proper permits? What are the marriage license laws? The minutia involved can be exhausting. Our expertise and streamlined planning process allow our couples the luxury of a destination wedding without the headaches that are so often involved.”

In light of recent celebrities choosing to get married in Italy, the need for professional
assistance is greater than before as the country has risen in popularity as a prime location
for destination weddings.

With an increasing number of couples turning their weddings into a vacation, the need for
a professional to coordinate all the details and navigate the aspects of the destination
location’s culture is now a staple in the wedding budget. The convenience of being able to
meet with their consultant in person and see how the plans are taking shape along the way is also a big draw for many brides.

Already serving the Phoenix and Maui markets, this expansion is the firm’s first in Europe.

For more information on Blue Orchid Designs and their destination wedding services,contact them at 480.760.5029, via email at info@blueorchidweddings.com or by visiting their website at www.blueorchidweddings.com.

ABOUT: Known for planning stylish weddings and events, Blue Orchid Designs is a woman-owned boutique event design firm located in Scottsdale, Arizona.

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