advertise | supplier hub membership | contact | couples planning club

Weddings Abroad Guide

Weddings Abroad Guide - How to Get Married Abroad

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Home
    • Latest News
    • About Weddings Abroad Guide
    • Join our Directory
  • Planning Tools
  • Find a Supplier
    • Easy Supplier Finder
    • Venues
    • Photographers / Videographers
    • Wedding Planners
    • Elopement & Same-Sex Planners
    • Supplier Directory
    • Special Offers
    • Luxury Wedding Collection
    • Join our Directory
  • Planning
    • Free Planning Checklist
    • Digital Planning Tool Kit
    • Online Consultation
    • Getting Started
      • Top 10 Planning Tips
      • Step by Step Planning Guide
      • Planning Checklist
    • How to Plan
      • Planning Club
      • Wedding Planners
      • Wedding Packages
      • Do it Yourself
    • The Essentials
      • Choosing the Right Suppliers
      • Selecting Your Venues
      • Photography – Key Points
      • Wedding Insurance
    • Guests & Etiquette
    • Expert Tips
  • Destinations
    • All Destinations
      • Europe A – G
        • Austria
        • Croatia
        • Cyprus
        • Czech Republic
        • Denmark
        • France
        • Gibraltar
        • Greece
      • Europe H – O
        • Iceland
        • Ireland
        • Italy
        • Lapland
        • Malta
        • Monaco
        • Netherlands
      • Europe P – Z
        • Portugal
        • Slovakia
        • Slovenia
        • Spain
        • Switzerland
        • Turkey
        • United Kingdom
      • Middle East / Dubai
      • India
      • Asia / Pacific
      • Africa / Indian Ocean
      • Caribbean
      • Canada
      • Americas
      • Australasia
    • Choosing Your Destination
    • Month by Month Destination Guide
  • Costs
    • What will it Cost Us?
    • Free Cost Estimator
    • Real Budget Breakdowns
    • Popular Destinations
    • Cost & Budget Tips
    • Weddings on a Budget
    • Costs for Guests
    • Currency Exchange Tips
  • Legal Guidelines
    • Legal Requirements
    • Documentation
    • Civil Weddings
    • Gay Marriage Countries
    • Wedding Blessings
    • Registering Your Marriage
  • Details
    • Destination Wedding Details
    • Wedding Dresses
    • Wedding Stationery
    • Wedding Websites
    • Gift Lists & Honeymoon Registries
    • Photography Contracts
    • The Groom
  • Real Weddings
    • Wedding Abroad Inspiration
    • Latest Real Weddings
    • Real Weddings by Destination
    • Film Gallery
    • Styled Shoots
    • Photo Gallery

Emma & Nick

Love Among the Lakes.

With a reputation for beauty and charm on a par with the likes of Capri and Saint Tropez, it is the sheer size of the Italian Lakes that gives this area the sense of unparalleled majesty for which it is famous.

Location: Malcesine – Lake Garda, Italy
From: Leigh-on-Sea, UK
No of Guests: 50
Nearest Airport: Verona or Brescia

real-wedding-lake-garda-italyThe largest of the lakes, Lake Garda, ascends northwards through a variety of landscapes. Starting with the gentle plains of the southern shores, the land rises towards hills of rich vegetation, which in turn give way to the sharp drama of the snow-capped mountains in the North. Which is where, set against the slopes of Monte Baldo, you can find the medieval town of Malcesine.

Medieval Majesty

“When we first went to Malcesine for a weekend break, we immediately fell in love with the place”, said Emma. “We knew it would be the perfect location for the wedding and that it would have so much to offer our guests”. Set on the north-eastern shore of the lake, the old, cobbled, port town of Malcesine clusters around the foot of ancient Malcesine Castle – a truly majestic setting for Emma and Nick’s wedding, held on the hottest day of the year inside the Castle’s white, stone marriage hall. Conducted in Italian, the ceremony was translated into English by the Groom’s cousin.

“The castle just took our breath away”, Emma told us. “I did shed a lot of tears before the ceremony, but during it I was fine, and I couldn’t wait to see the reaction of the guests after the ceremony: as a surprise, we had booked a private boat to take us all across the lake to the reception venue”.

A Reception in the Mountains

The boat was the perfect place for pre-dinner drinks as they crossed the lake towards their reception venue, “Franco’s Osteria”, a mountain village restaurant which had been booked for their exclusive use. “The restaurant was surrounded by mountains, and the food was wonderful”, described Emma. “I made all the table decorations myself and had a butterfly theme, so as you can imagine there were butterflies everywhere.” After the meal, in the light of the candles and against the stunning backdrop of the mountains, the party continued on until the early hours, with dancing to the accompaniment of a live duo band.

The Best Decision

“Getting married at Lake Garda was the best decision we ever made”, Emma commented. “Our wedding co-ordinators were so helpful – they couldn’t do enough for us, both during the planning and on the day itself. In fact the day ran so smoothly I didn’t have to worry about a thing”. And as for the guests: “well, they got to have a mini holiday, instead of coming to a one day celebration like you would have back home. And I know they appreciated it – they all said it was the best wedding they had ever been to!”

Story: Callie Copeman-Bryant

The Perfect Partners

Wedding Planner: Lake Garda Weddings // Ceremony Venue: Malcesine Castle // Reception Venue: Franco’s Osteria // Wedding Photographer: Gwen Courtman – Lake Garda Weddings //Bridal Accommodation: Hotel Capri // Guest Accommodation: Hotel Bencus

Lake Garda Weddings is a member of the Destination Wedding Directory. If you would like to ask this supplier a question please use the form below as a quick and easy way to contact them.

Lake Garda Weddings

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Beth & Huw
Zoe & Lee
Welcome to Weddings Abroad Guide a website dedicated to those planning a destination wedding providing independent information & advice for those planning a wedding abroad.

Digital Wedding Planning Tool Kit - The Essential must have Easy to Follow Checklists, Spreadsheets & Workbooks Guide for a Destination Wedding Abroad by Weddings Abroad Guide

Planning a Wedding Abroad - Easy to follow steps www.weddingsabroadguide.com Learn how you can plan a Destination Wedding www.weddingsabroadguide.com Downloadable Destination Wedding Planning Tools & Checklists www.weddingsabroadguide.com Weddings Abroad Destination Guides & Country Overviews www.weddingsabroadguide.com Top Destination Wedding Tips & Advice www.weddingsabroadguide.comDestination Wedding Etiquette Tips & Advice www.weddingsabroadguide.com Destination Wedding Inspiration, Real Wedding Stories, Films, Styled Shoots www.weddingsabroadguide.comTop 4 Destination Wedding Planning Essentials www.weddingsabroadguide.comDestination Wedding Details all you need to know www.weddingsabroadguide.comFind Destination Wedding Suppliers worldwide www.weddingabroadguide.com Find your perfect Destination Wedding Venue www.weddingsabroadguide.comWant to know more about getting married abroad? Ask a question here. www.weddingsabroadguide.com

Mix & Match Bridesmaid Dresses from Dessy Group

Honeymoon & Wedding Gift List by Holidaysplease member of the Destination Wedding Directory by Weddings Abroad Guide

We can connect you with Destination Wedding Couples - Let us help you Grow your Wedding Business.- Find out more about how to be become a member our Destination Wedding Directory.

The Ultimate Destination Wedding Planning Checklist - Download your FREE Planning Tools Today!  // weddingsabroadguide.com

Planning!

Digital Wedding Planning Tool Kit - The Essential must have Easy to Follow Checklists, Spreadsheets & Workbooks Guide for a Destination Wedding Abroad by Weddings Abroad Guide

Been featured? Grab a badge

featured-on-weddings-abroad-guide

Browse by topic

Subscribe to our Newsletter

Join in!

Find me on

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • About
  • Privacy Policy
  • Real Weddings
  • How to Guide
  • Planning Tools
  • Latest News
  • Directory

© 2023 · weddingsabroadguide.com. All rights reserved

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Reject

Read More

Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled