An exceedingly fantastic way to help your guests is to reserve a block of rooms at a hotel close to your ceremony and reception. Did you know that even if you don't have your event at a hotel, you can still get discounts at some hotels if you reserve a block of rooms? Hotel chains like Holiday Inn - which has several different hotel brands - give a small price break for a large reservation.

But even if the hotel you want doesn't give any discounts, it's still better to reserve a block of rooms and ensure your out-of-town guests will have somewhere to stay. They don't have to choose that particular hotel if they don't want to.

When you choose a holiday date for your wedding, keep in mind that hotels may be harder to get, and certainly more expensive.

…Maybe events are more of an issue than any old holiday. If your city's hosting the super bowl, avoid that weekend like the plague. Unless you want to pay $500 for a dinky motel room.

"Can I just provide a list of possible hotels for the guests to pick from?" That's not a bad idea. Glad you asked. If you find yourself going that route, do a little research.

When choosing hotels, use this checklist:

• Is the price reasonable? Or will it stop your old college roommate from attending?
• Do they provide continental breakfast? That's always a nice touch.
• Is it easy to locate? Ask yourself if Grandma Jean, who can't get anywhere to save her life, will be able to find the hotel on her own?
• Is it close to the venue? Because otherwise, what's the point…
• Does it have good reviews? One former customer that leaves a review may have revenge in her heart, but the chances are slim that dozens of reviewers are just out to get the hotel staff.
• Is it clean? Or are bed bugs about to attend your wedding also?

Lastly, if you're holding your wedding at a hotel, definitely reserve a block of rooms there. Even if the price is more than another hotel has for rooms, guests will love the convenience of just having to walk downstairs, and there's the wedding!