The trend to get married at an exotic, romantic, or tropical locale surrounded by family and friends or in a more intimate destination wedding with just the bride, groom, and witnesses is growing. For some, a destination wedding or elopement in a smaller, more private way may be more in keeping with the couple's relationship and personal style. The choice to have a destination wedding can also be based on holding the wedding somewhere that holds special meaning or spiritual significance to the two of you. It can conceivably cost less to get married in this manner than to hold a full-scale wedding ceremony and reception, and for those with budget concerns, this may be an option worth pursuing.

When planning a destination wedding it is important to work with professionals who can help you select the destination that is right for the both of you, have the experience to make sure that your wedding day goes as planned and can expertly guide you through the local legal requirements as well.

Arizona: InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa Scottsdale

Nestled at the base of breathtaking Camelback Mountain, Montelucia Resort & Spa weaves together the finest in world class accommodations and impeccable service to create a luxury filled and all encompassing wedding experience.

California: Hotel del Coronado

The Hotel del Coronado has enjoyed more than 120 years of legendary romance.  With sun-drenched beaches, moonlit ocean views, impeccable service, and award-winning cuisine, it’s easy to see why the Travel Channel named it the #1 best place to get married in the U.S.

California: La Costa Resort & Spa

La Costa Resort and Spa is nestled among lush and romantic gardens, the ideal location to celebrate a truly unforgettable wedding.  The sunshine and fresh ocean breezes, winding pathways, and village ambiance all embrace your guests and make each moment special.

California: Rancho Las Palmas

Be one of the first to experience our luxurious new guestrooms in a classic desert setting. Come celebrate with a great rate and complimentary in-room champagne when you arrive!

California: St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach

Situated high on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach, beckons couples to celebrate their most cherished occasion in style at a resort of incomparable splendor. This five-star resort is as beautiful and captivating as the breathtaking views it commands. Even more exceptional than our stunning location is our impeccable service. We anticipate your every need and provide for your every want to ensure a flawless and memorable celebration.

California: The Carneros Inn, A Plumpjack Resort

Wine Country's rustic charm - green grassed apple orchards, flowering courtyards, vistas of vineyards and rolling hills, cozy fireplaces, an intimate dining room set poolside on top of the hill, or a ballroom with vaulted ceilings letting in the glow of the setting sun.  Among Napa Valley’s acclaimed Carneros Vineyards rests The Carneros Inn, a PlumpJack Resort.  Make your wedding celebration a dream come true.

California: The Grand Del Mar

Whisk your guests off to an exotic, sun-drenched locale nestled in a serene San Diego nature preserve. This Mediterranean-inspired luxury resort features stunning ceremony locations, a lavish spa, world-class golf, six dining venues, an array of activities and endless relaxation.

California: The Resort at Pelican Hill

Offering a gorgeous seaside setting, beautiful and romantic ceremony venues with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean and the very finest personalized service, The Resort at Pelican Hill promises to become the most exclusive venue for weddings on the California coast.

California: The Ritz-Carlton Half-Moon Bay

Escape to the destination of your dreams, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.  From the Santa Cruz Mountains, to the Pacific Ocean, our castle on the coast is nestled among the most pristine landscape of the Northern California Coastline.

Colorado: St. Regis Aspen Resort

St. Regis Aspen Resort and the City of Aspen are the addresses for the most exceptional day of your life. Surrounded by breath-taking mountain vistas, fields of wildflowers and azure blue skies, Aspen has been the desired destination for only the most most discerning couples for years.

Colorado: The Osprey at Beaver Creek

Capture the essence of a true Rocky Mountain wedding at The Osprey at Beaver Creek, ideally located adjacent to the Beaver Creek Chapel. The Osprey will usher guests into your fairytale wedding with majestic peaks and breathtaking mountain vistas.

Colorado: Trapper's Cabin

Trapper’s Cabin offers a stunning, on-mountain venue for small weddings and rehearsal dinners.  With wildflowers and mountain vistas in every direction, the bride will shine in a breathtaking environment. 

Florida: Gansevoort South Hotel

Exchanging vows at sunset on the sand or stories high overlooking the ocean, anything is possible when it comes to wedding receptions at Gansevoort South Hotel, Spa and Residences.  With Plunge rooftop bar and lounge, the most contemporary and stylish Ballroom in Miami, an infinity edge pool with a stunning ocean view, spacious guestrooms and a dedicated events staff, Gansevoort South is the place for luxurious ceremonies and memorable receptions in South Beach.

Florida: Ocean Key Resort & Spa

Couples visiting Florida's Ocean Key Resort & Spa in Key West enjoy a taste of life less ordinary. Located on historic Zero Duval Street, between Key West Harbor and vibrant Mallory Square, the romantic escape embraces the essence of island living amid a playground of surf and sun, bustling nightlife and boundless adventure.

Florida: Sandpearl Resort

As your hopes and dreams come together along 700 feet of Gulf shoreline in a blissful vision of romance, let the exceptional team at the new Sandpearl Resort help you plan this most important event.

Florida: The Regent Bal Harbour

A Regent Bal Harbour wedding is the platinum celebration couples dream about, with fresh seasonal and organic menus, beautiful indoor and outdoor venues, and the many pleasures of a five-star luxury resort, including the incomparable Guerlain Spa.

Florida: The Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach

A Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach wedding is for the couple who want their dreams to be exceeded by reality.  Personalized details are enhanced by a dedicated wedding specialist, oceanfront setting for ceremony and reception, exceptional cuisine, all presented with flawless, pampering service.

Hawaii: Fairmont Kea Lani

The Kea Lani, which means “Heavenly White,” is the perfect location for the most memorable day of your life. Our professional wedding staff will assist you every step of the way in coordinating the ambiance you deserve.

Hawaii: Four Seasons Resort Lana'i at Manele Bay

On a private Hawaiian island, Four Seasons Resort Lana’i at Manele Bay offers ocean-side splendor atop a rugged red lava cliff.  Host a lavish wedding in the ballroom or outdoor pavilion.  Plan a simple romantic ceremony on the white-sand beach.

Hawaii: Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa

Celebrate your most joyful occasion in the exquisite setting it truly deserves. Hidden gardens, colorful sunsets, and relaxing tropical breezes all evoke a sense of peaceful romance creating memories that you and your guests will never forget.

Hawaii: Halekulani, Oahu

Stunning views of the sparkling Pacific and world-famous Diamond Head say you could only be in Hawaii . The impeccable service and unrivaled attention to detail say you could only be at Halekulani. Halekulani is paradise found and for generations it has been recognized as one of the world's most romantic wedding sites. Choose from a lush garden courtyard or a luxurious tropical lanai offering spectacular views and memorable photo backdrops you'll cherish for a lifetime. Halekulani’s impeccable service and on-site event planners, florists & print shop ensure a seamless occasion for both you and your guests.

Hawaii: Hana Maui

Want to plan the perfect destination wedding with confidence and include personal touches that will make your wedding spectacular? At Casa del Mar Beach Golf and Spa Resort, guests will be surrounded by natural beauty from the lush gardens to the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez. Our Events Coordinator and Wedding Coordinator will work with you to turn your desires into reality. We will handle arrangements down to the smallest detail so you can be assured of a successful wedding.

Hawaii: Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa

Enjoy the romantic experience of a lifetime at our magnificent wedding location at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa.  Whether it's an intimate affair for two or a more elaborate gathering, your celebration will be filled with memories for a lifetime.

Hawaii: Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club

Imagine having an open-air wedding right next to the ocean.  Waves lap playfully against the shore as you look up and notice the only thing above your head is the beautiful Hawaiian sky.  Our attentive wedding planners are available to personalize and coordinate your wedding, whether you start planning years in advance or if you become swept away and decide to get married on the spot, we can create memories that last a lifetime.

Hawaii: The Fairmont Orchid Resort and Spa

Luxuriate at The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii’s 32-acre destination resort with white sandy lagoon, aquamarine waters, five restaurants/three lounges, the exclusive Fairmont Gold Floor all serviced with Aloha and your on-site romance specialist to build a day to remember in Paradise.

Hawaii: The Kahala Hotel & Resort

Hold your event in tropical splendor – where the orchids smell of chocolate. From a lavish and romantic wedding, whether a large or intimate gathering, the secluded beachfront location of The Kahala Hotel & Resort, makes for an unforgettable ceremony.

Hawaii: The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua offers 54 oceanfront acres as a memorable backdrop for any occasion to create a once-in-a-lifetime event.  Enjoy an elegant cocktail reception in The Anuenue Room.  Sip champagne oceanfront at The Beach House Lawn.  Allow our event planning team to oversee every detail. 

Hawaii: The Royal Hawaiian, A Luxury Collection Resort

Say “The Royal Hawaiian” and the name evokes the world’s greatest romance.

Hawaii: Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Imagine where the ocean laps just outside your window, the sun dips into the vast Pacific, and palm trees sway to the movement of cool tropical trade winds. It’s no wonder that Maui is the perfect tropical destination for wedding and honeymoon couples.  At the all-new and beautiful Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, the beachfront resort hotel offers the perfect setting for a dream outdoor wedding ceremony.

Nantucket Island: The Wauwinet

Think New England seaside village with European sophistication. Just 30 miles off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, the island is easily accessible year-round by air or ferry. With its untouched beauty, vibrant history, and serenity, Nantucket is one of the world's most captivating destinations.

Nantucket Island: The White Elephant Hotel

Think New England seaside village with European sophistication. Just 30 miles off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, the island is easily accessible year-round by air or ferry. With its untouched beauty, vibrant history, and serenity, Nantucket is one of the world's most captivating destinations.

New Mexico: La Posada De Santa Fe Resort & Spa

Located in the heart of Santa Fe, La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa, A Rock Resort, sits on six lushly landscaped acres with wood-burning kiva fireplaces, a luxurious RockResort Spa, and AAA Four Diamond Award winning dining at Fuego.

South Carolina: The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Say "I Do" at one of the most beautiful island resorts on the east coast, just 21 miles from Charleston, SC. With a temperate climate year round, 35,000 square feet of available reception space, and multiple venues from which to choose, couples travel to Kiawah Island Golf Resort from all over the world to celebrate their wedding ceremonies. 

Texas: Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Upgrade for the evening to one of our Deluxe King Suites and pamper your loved one with wine that evening and breakfast the next morning.  Be sensationally spectacular for the evening.

Texas: Hotel Granduca

Congratulations! We are delighted that you are considering Hotel Granduca for your upcoming, unforgettable wedding. We are ready to accommodate your every wish - whether you are looking for an exceptional Houston venue for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, wedding reception or need luxury accommodations for your wedding party and guests.

Virginia: The Homestead

Throughout the years, The Homestead has been the ideal setting for a Virginia wedding. From exciting new themes to prevailing Victorian custom, The Homestead stands out in a tradition of excellence. With an impressive choice of settings for any bridal affair, The Homestead is the perfect wedding location in Virginia to create a unique wedding experience.

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