Las Vegas Chapels offer many packages, heres how to plan for the best- by Kiki

Las Vegas Chapels

Las Vegas chapels are some of the most famous chapels in the world. Hundreds of celebrities like Britney Spears, Michael Jordan, Bette Midler and Joan Collins have chosen to get hitched in the capital of kitsch. Be over-the-top, bring in live camels, like Celine Dion did at Caesar's Palace when she renewed her vows.

Although every major casino on the Strip has one or more wedding chapels, you can get married in any of the 60 plus private chapels on the Strip. They offer complete packages including florists, cakes, gowns and formal wear, catering, photographers, video, entertainment, and limos. Be aware that most chapels are used for ceremonies only. If you want to have a reception, you need to book a restaurant or hotel ballroom.

Pictured is a famous wedding chapel close to the Stratosphere.

Because of the abundance of chapels in Vegas you can book one with short notice. Walk-ins are welcome in some chapels. If you're in a very big hurry, you can drive your car or motorcycle to a drive-thru chapel and be married in minutes. Hold the onions!

Probably the biggest advantage of Las Vegas weddings is affordability. A wedding can go from extremely affordable for a simple ceremony or go to the moon depending on your budget. Keep an eye out for Las Vegas chapels that offer discounts, promotions during certain months and specials for Valentine's Day and New Year's Eve. Some even offer free champagne. Minister's fees can be separate. Be sure to ask about deposits.

Las Vegas chapels offer every type of experience you want. The consultants that run the chapels are experienced professionals ready to help you. A simple wedding would include a ceremony in an outside garden gazebo with music, a rose boutonniere, three rose bouquets, a video, 12 photo poses, a bottle of champagne and a garter. The Elvis wedding was started at the famous Graceland Chapel. He will escort the bride down the aisle, sing 2 songs to her, and offer a rose boutonniere, a rose presentation and professional photography.

Some basic rules apply in chapels. Don't forget to bring your Las Vegas marriage license.You need at least one witness other than the minister who is marrying you. Renewing your vows is also very popular to do in a chapel. Be sure to ask about time limits. A one hour service could include 30 minutes for the guests to arrive, 15 minutes for your ceremony to take place and another 15 minutes for photos.

Chapels in casinos can be tricky to find because casinos are so big and chapels can be tucked away somewhere. Not all chapels are created alike. Some are very plain and others have castle-like extravagance. Others are historical landmarks. Chapels can accommodate anywhere from 2 to 250 people.

Couples get married in Vegas because it's fun, romantic and everything you want is available. There's plenty to do. Las Vegas honeymoons are also very popular here. One things for sure, you'll never forget your experience in Las Vegas chapels.