After chatting with the hopeful wedding couples, Katie Couric announced that after more than 200,000 votes, the lucky couple winning an all-expenses paid destination wedding would be southerners Nikki Hensley and Buddy Butler. Many predicted that Buddy and Nikki would be the favorite, as Buddy is a US Army Corporal who recently completed a tour of duty in Iraq. Read more about Nikki and Buddy and the other couples viewers had to choose from here.
Viewers now have the chance to vote for where this dream destination wedding will take place:
Le Chateau Frontenac This stately chateau is nestled high above the St. Lawrence River, and surrounded by the unique charming town of Quebec City with cobblestone streets and European sensibility. Wedding Guests will enjoy sightseeing, a vibrant arts community, a bilingual city of French Canadians, and elegant dining at the Chateau Frontenac.
Lake Placid Lodge In the Great Adirondack Mountains of New York, Lake Placid Lodge is an intimate getaway on a gorgeous lake. . Guests will sit by a roaring fire, enjoy the wealth that nature has to offer, and enjoy a plethora of winter adventures including bobsledding and ice skating.
Biltmore Estate This 19th Century Chateau is considered an American National Treasure. Set on 8,000 acres in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, the 250 room estate is regally appointed. An awe-inspiring mansion that harkens back to the gilded age of Vanderbilts, the Biltmore House is now a private museum available for touring. Guests will stay at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, a modern hotel that offers flawless service, fine dining and luxurious rooms. During their stay, guests can explore the mountains, visit the estate's own winery, go kayaking, ride horses, or just enjoy the beautiful views around them.
Cap Juluca This choice is my pick, as it's the most different from Nikki's and Buddy's day-to-day life; a wedding here will feel like a true adventure. This Caribbean hideaway is situated on 2 miles of pristine white-sand beaches of the island of Anguilla next to St. Maarten. Guests will stay in Moorish villas with beachfront views, and private terraces. Along with typical ocean activities of swimming, surfing and sunbathing, guests can also enjoy yoga, tennis, wind surfing and sailing.
WHERE TO CAST YOUR TODAY SHOW VOTE To vote for where Nikki and Buddy will celebrate their dream destination wedding, visit the Today Show website. To see where they'll be going, and learn about next week's voting options, tune into the Today Show on NBC on Wednesday after 8 am. EST
