Weddings Abroad Guide - How to Get Married Abroad
A Week in Provence. Most of the real-life weddings abroad we’ve had the privilege to cover on this site have one thing in common: they’re small. Small but perfectly formed, maybe, but small nonetheless. It’s cited as one of the main advantages of having a wedding abroad. But what if you’ve always dreamed of throwing a huge, sparking affair with all your friends and relatives
What’s It All About, Amalfi? If you’ve been to the Amalfi Coast you’ll know it’s no exaggeration to say that it’s one of the most beautiful corners of this sweet earth. If you’ve never been, imagine lemon groves, brightly coloured houses, the high-pitched buzz of Vespas snaking down cobbled streets filled with tiny shops, and cool Italians lazily calling “ciao” to each other across lively
The Heart of the Mediterranean. Described by many as “one big open-air museum”, Malta is simply drenched in its 7000 years of history. The warm honey coloured stones of the ancient ruins and Roman architecture combine spectacularly with the deep hues of the Mediterranean. Location: Mellieha, Malta From: Oldham, UK No of Guests: 19 Nearest Airport: Malta International This quiet, Catholic island is a wonderful location for
Sri Lankan Sands. Despite what popular opinion, wedding magazines and marketing would have you believe, not everyone wants to be the centre of attention on their wedding day; apart from anything else, the associated stress has a tendency to overshadow what should be the main focus of the day. The trouble is, with popular opinion being what it is, if you have a wedding that
That’s Amore. Halfway along the Amalfi Coast road, between the relatively low-lying towns of Sorrento and Amalfi, sits the clustered town of Positano, its brightly coloured houses stacked one on top of the other, climbing the impossibly steep, lush mountainside. Location: Positano & Amalfi, Italy From: London / Dublin No of Guests: 36 Nearest Airport: Naples International Arrive and Fall in Love This stretch of the
Bright Light City. If you thought that getting married in Vegas was all about drive-thru ceremonies and Elvis impersonators, then you’re in for a surprise. To dispel the stereotype, Vanessa and Ian told us about their uber-cool Vegas wedding. Judging by what they told us, if you want absolute chic without having to worry about whether your favours match your tablecloths, this is for you.
Rustic Charm. The small, quiet village of Lascazères sits in the center of a richly historical wine-region, residential rather than touristy, but with spectacular views of the Pyrenees stretching away into the distance. Location: Lascazères, France From: London, UK No of Guests: 75 Nearest Airport: Pau Pyrénées As residents of this quietly beautiful location, Jane and Graham decided to abandon what they called the “traditional Englishisms”
Lousia & Dave Most people know Ayia Napa as “the new Ibiza” or the “Club Capital of Europe”. Almost everyone associates it with its Nineteen-club Mile and lively young clientele. But beneath the colourful, stereotyped overlay are the remnants of the quaint, sleepy fishing village it was just 25 years ago, with crystal clear waters and magnificent, sparkling, sandy beaches. Location: Ayia Napa, Cyprus From: Hexham,
I admit it…I love real weddings abroad…but not just for the beautiful photographs! The reason I love real wedding stories is because I think they are valuable on so many different levels. Not only can you get swept away by beautiful imagery but you can also gain valuable first-hand advice from couples who got married abroad. From their stories, you can find beautiful locations, gorgeous venues, see who the best suppliers
