They Came From New Zealand

My first contact with the groom Stuart was a telephone call from New Zealand...yes, New Zealand!

Stuart and Sarah wanted to know if I could perform their wedding ceremony on the top of the Empire State Building because Sarah always wanted to do that after having seen "Sleepless in Seattle." I explained that the Empire State Building is only open for weddings on Valentines Day..and would Central Park do?

They agreed and then sent the information I needed to write their ceremony. They liked the first draft of the ceremony...so we were set to go. They called me from the road between California and New York to confirm they had actually arrived in the US.

With four friends and a proudly displayed NZ flag, Stuart and Sarah were married in Central Park by the Bethesda Fountain. There were several intimate and emotional moments...as they exchanged vows and wedding rings.


I think Sarah was pleased with her New York City wedding. And their limo driver whisked them all off to go to the top of the Empire State Building after the ceremony to recreate the spirit of Sarah's dream of being at that spot on her wedding day.

Ceremony Tip: If you are thinking of a destination wedding ceremony in New York City, know there are many options for an outdoor ceremony at an iconic spot...Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, and Battery Park to name a few. But do check that the place you have in mind is one that is not closed to ceremonies (even small and short ones).

Julie Laudicina, Celebrant!