Charlotte Destination Weddings

1812 Hitching Post

Welcome to the 1812 Hitching Post! You won’t find another place like the 1812 Hitching Post anywhere. It’s 18-room main house and 26 private acres of grounds is the only authentic antebellum plantation in the foothills of North Carolina dedicated exclusively to weddings and receptions.

At the 1812 Hitching Post, we take care of practically everything you need for your ceremony and/or reception including:

Award winning photography and videography with storybook wedding album options

DJ and sound system delivery for ceremony and reception

Complete party planning including coordination and execution of your wedding plan so you can relax and enjoy your celebration

Christian minister to officiate your ceremony, if needed

Creative and delicious cakes from the 1812 Hitching Post bakery

In-house gourmet catering for the freshest and tastiest food possible

Designer decor options - we set up everything so you can have fun!

There is no better way for us to show you the magic of the 1812 Hitching Post than through our photography, so we’ve packed the web site with lots of photos and video clips that you can use to help imagine what your own wedding will be like. Every wedding is different here because every couple is different! We strive to capture each couple’s unique expressions of love for each other.

We invite you to visit us at the 1812 Hitching Post any day we don’t already have an event scheduled (most couples schedule appointments on Sundays) to view a sampling of DVD’s and to experience the full magic of the 1812 Hitching Post. Please email Wendy at info@1812hitchingpost.com or call 704-546-5443 for an appointment to visit.

Mann Travels

Mann Travels agents are honeymoon experts! Let an experienced travel agent handle all the plans for your romantic getaway. In business for 30 years, Mann Travels is the largest locally-owned travel agency in the Carolinas. Trust your dream honeymoon to the experts…not the internet!!!.

Call any of our 9 area locations and get started planning the trip of a lifetime

Arboretum
(704) 541-0943
(800) 366-7671

Matthews
(704) 847-1542
(800) 849-2027

Hickory
(828) 464-6962
(800) 849-2170

Lake Norman
(704) 892-9020
(800) 284-5524

Park Road
(704) 556-8311
(800) 849-2303

Monroe
(704) 282-1063
(800) 849-2120

RockHill
(803) 327-1156
(800) 849-2857

Triad
(336) 887-8747
(800) 768-8747

Statesville
(704) 872-1333
(800) 562-4778

Mann Travels has an exclusive Honeymoon Registry program, too. You can register for memories, instead of appliances!!!

All About Honeymoons

Terri Breeden
704-567-1041
TerriB@allabouthoneymoons.com
www.terrib.allabouthoneymoons.com
Serving the Greater Charlotte & North Carolina Area
When choosing a travel agency you can choose one that does SOME honeymoons or you can choose the only one that is ALL ABOUT HONEYMOONS. From honeymoons, to resort weddings, to any of your social travel needs, we are here to help.

Seth Beaudreau Wedding Photography

Seth Beaudreau Wedding Photography
Offering Destination Wedding Photography anywhere in the World you decide to say... ‘I do’.

As I journey the globe photographing unique destinations, I take great pride in preserving artistic visual memories for you to reflect upon for years to come. I’ll travel to your Wedding from the East Coast to the West Coast, from the Tropical Islands to the Scottish Highlands and beyond...

I offer a creative artistic style to my photography. My Clients have complete confidence in my abilities and artistic eye. I know because they tell me so, and I see the joy in their faces as they re-live their wedding day when viewing their storybook wedding album!

Please take the time to explore my website and see what wonderful creations I have to offer you = )

Cabarrus Convention & Visitor Bureau

What can we offer for Weddings:

Locating hotel accommodations
Welcome bags provided for guests booking in Cabarrus County hotels
Suggested itineraries of things to do in the area.
List of venues
* Local cater suggestions
* Party rental information
* Local event planner information
* Transportation recommendations

NASCAR Wedding Package:
Make your NASCAR wedding unique by hosting it in NASCAR Country. Cabarrus County, NC has all of your NASCAR Wedding needs especially if you want to be married in a unique authentic NASCAR venue. Whether you want to feel the excitement of being married on the start finish line at Lowe’s Motor Speedway or in an actual NASCAR race shop such as Hendricks or Roush Racing, we have it for you here.

Imagine your wedding taking place where the NASCAR boys work while accenting your venue with checkered flags, racing memorabilia, along with a cake, and finish your destination wedding weekend off with tours of NASCAR’S most popular attractions. Arrive in style at your wedding in a racing limo and finish it off at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in an authentic pace car ride around the track to feel the speed.

Unique Wedding Package:
Host your wedding and reception in the unique area of Cabarrus County. Whether you’re looking for a laid back romantic setting or an exquisite elaborate setting, look no further. From the beautiful plantation of Saratoga Springs, located on 22 breath taking acres, to the luxurious Embassy Suites and Convention Center, Great Wolf Lodge which can accommodate parties big or small, Cabarrus County has a variety of venues to suit every need so that the dreams of your special day become realities.

Backing up Classics Museum
Walk down the aisle between classic, antique, and muscle cars! Conveniently located near Lowe’s Motor Speedway, this museum houses over 50 vehicles and has plenty of memorabilia from automotive history. Use the banquet and party facilities to add the finishing touch to your NASCAR-themed wedding.

4545 Highway 29
Concord, NC 28027
704-788-9500

Bed and Bike Inn
Relax or ride to celebrate your special day! The Bed and Bike Inn, located in the tranquil Piedmont countryside, offers respite from the stress of everyday life. For the adventurous at heart, paddle in a kayak by full moonlight, go for a hike, or choose a long bike ride on winding Carolina roads or through the Uwharrie Mountains. For those who just want peace, enjoy nature on the front porches of the traditional log cabins. Your wedding is guaranteed to be simplistic and peaceful, yet adventurous and enjoyable.

Cabarrus Arena and Events Center
Dance the night away in the large banquet room or enjoy an intimate dinner in one of the smaller event spaces. Conveniently located near major attractions, your guests won’t have to worry about parking and you won’t have to worry about the food- on-site catering services do all the work!

4751 Highway 49 North
Concord, NC 28025
Toll Free: 866-687-3976
704-920-3976
www.cabarrusarena.com

Cabarrus Country Club
The flexible event space at the Cabarrus Country Club includes a ceremony area and beautiful ballroom that can be divided into three separate rooms. The elegant atrium has hardwood floors and a slate fireplace. Look out over the golf course while you celebrate with friends and family. An on-site personal event planner provides you with many options to make your special day a success. An ample array of menu selections and beverage service are provided.

3247 Weddington Rd.
Concord, NC 28027
704-786-3104
www.cabarruscc.org

Dunhill Hotel

The Historic Dunhill Hotel
Full-scale renovation will be complete by fall 2008

Experience service & accommodations that recall an era when comfort and elegance were not subject to compromise! The Dunhill Hotel is a historic property with its own unique character and charm that provides the perfect setting for all types of celebrations!

- Over 2,500 square feet of elegant function space
- Creative and enticing menu selections
- 60 uniquely appointed guest rooms featuring:
Plush, luxurious bedding
Turndown service complete with our signature chocolate
Elegant marble bathrooms with lavish amenities and bath robes
Flat screen televisions, CD player and wireless internet access
Refrigerators stocked with complimentary refreshments
- Special rates for groups of ten or more
- Award- winning Monticello Restaurant onsite
- 24 hour room service
- Ask about scheduling an Afternoon Tea – A perfect way to thank your Bridal Party!

Call today to schedule an appointment!
Carolyn Johnson 704-319-6176 or CJohnson@shgltd.com

Leroy Springs & Company

Leroy Springs "The Dairy Barn" is one of our area’s most popular and picturesque venues for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinner and much more., The Dairy barn was built in 1946 and renovated to be a spacious and unforgettable setting for all occasions. The Dairy Barn can accommodate up to 400 easily and is Surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Their Catering team will create a beautiful delicious meal or you can bring your favorite caterer to our facility. Please contact us for a tour of our unique and one of a kind facility.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
SHEILA JOHNSON AT DREAM CRUISE TRAVEL
P.O. BOX 620122
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA 28262
TEL: 704-510-2142 OR 1-800-420-6616 #21
EMAIL: SJ28208@aol.com or Sheila@dreamcruiseagency.com