Good places to live in the u.s. for a wedding business

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According to the Knot, a website devoted to everything wedding related, the average cost of a wedding ranges between $21,000 and $24,000, though this amount varies greatly depending on where in the United States you plan on having a wedding. Carley Roney, founder of the Knot.com, tells the New York Times that weddings is a very lucrative industry- its estimated U.S. value is around $72 billion in the U.S.

1. Las Vegas, Nevada

   • When you think of weddings, one U.S. destination comes to mind: Las Vegas. Las Vegas is home to more than 140,000 weddings a year and, after gambling, provides the city with a huge source of revenue. Thanks to relaxed regulations, just about anything goes as far as weddings are concerned. The busiest months for weddings in 2010 included April, May, June, July and October. Popular services in Las Vegas include wedding planning, photographers and catering.

   Gatlinburg, Tennessee

   • According to the Association for Wedding Professionals, Gatlinburg is known as the second most popular city to host a wedding, with more than 42,000 weddings a year. Gatlinburg, a city also known for its ski resorts, is home to other attractions such as Dollywood and the Gatlinburg Space Needle. One reason this city is considered a top wedding destination is the beautiful backdrop of the Great Smokey Mountains. Invest in a log cabin reception hall or start a business providing tables, chairs and wedding decorations.

   New Orleans, Louisiana

   • Named the third most popular wedding destination in the United States by the Association of Wedding Professionals, New Orleans is known for its festive festivals, delicious cuisine, rich culture and lively music. More than 36,000 weddings were hosted in New Orleans in 2002. Whether you are a musician, marching band, caterer or jewelry designer, your business will do well in the Big Easy. AOL Travel named New Orleans as one of the top ten U.S. destination wedding spots.

   Kauai, Hawaii

   • Hawaii is well-known as a honeymoon destination. It is also considered a popular wedding destination as well. According to TopWeddingLinks.com, more than 25,000 weddings occur in Hawaii every year. Known for its beautiful beaches, couples can choose to get married in a chapel or right on the beach. Choose to set up a beachside wedding reception hall or cater to one of the many needs of brides and grooms such as wedding planning and photography.

Source: www.ehow.com

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