Stunning Places for a Destination Wedding

Choosing your wedding destination goes beyond geography. The right venue reflects your relationship, your vision and the experience you want to share with loved ones. Whether it’s seaside scenery or skyline silhouettes, you can find themed destination options that blend beauty, culture and convenience. We’ll highlight standout venues across landscapes, so you can explore what fits your needs.

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Tropical ideas for the best destination weddings

These island destinations combine beauty and adventure with wedding-ready amenities.

The Caribbean

• Dominica
  Dominica lies in the eastern Caribbean and offers rain-forested landscapes, hidden sea caves and cliffside resorts with panoramic sea views and mountain peak backdrops for an unforgettable wedding experience. You and your guests can also travel through 300 feet of coastal jungle on the Caribbean's longest funicular to see the island's most beautiful sights.
• Antigua
  Antigua is in the Leeward Islands, with hundreds of beaches along its coastline. A national park, diving bays and private island retreats make this location an ideal destination wedding venue. Dive into a lush landscape, historic architecture and quiet beaches to match your ideal vision for a secluded ceremony.
• San Juan, Puerto Rico
  Located on the northern coast of Puerto Rico, a U.S. territory, San Juan mixes oceanfront beauty, lively Latin energy and easy travel. Your guests can paddleboard or hike after the wedding during the warm, dry months of December to April. But at any time of year, beachfront resorts can curate your ideal destination wedding experience.

Hawaii and the South Pacific

• Waimea, Kauai
  From June to August, Kauai is a paradise for the wildlife lovers, hikers and snorkelers on your guest list, but this Hawaiian region is a romantic wedding destination all year round. Your perfect venue may include on-site accommodations and an oceanfront reception space. No matter where you are on the island, commemorate your love beneath stunning sunsets and starry skies.
• Bora Bora, French Polynesia
  Known for its overwater bungalows, dreamy lagoons and intimacy, Bora Bora may be worth the long trip. Your friends and family can snorkel through aquatic gardens or hike to the peaks of Mount Otemanu. Ceremonies can include unforgettable mountain vistas for your wedding’s backdrop, whether you’re indoors or outdoors.
• The Yasawa Islands, Fiji
  A remote island chain in Fiji where soft, sandy beaches meet a secluded resort experience, the Yasawa Islands provide you and your guests with beachfront tranquility and kava, the country’s national drink. If you’re planning a small, close-knit ceremony, private island accommodations can offer a personalized approach to destination weddings.

Mexico and Central America

• Isla Holbox, Mexico
  An alternative to the busier beaches of Mexico’s vacation scene, Isla Holbox sits on the northern Yucatán Peninsula and offers colorful streets, warm Caribbean waters and two modes of transportation: bikes and golf carts . Nearby venues could create the perfect atmosphere for an oceanfront, barefoot chic, nature-infused ceremony setting.
• Antigua, Guatemala
  This UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwestern Guatemala blends cobblestone charm with volcano views. You and your wedding party can explore cultural attractions and day hikes leading to cloud forests and scenic overlooks. Find historic sites with archways and elegant ruins that bring old-world architecture to life for your wedding’s backdrop.
• San Ignacio, Belize
  Belize is home to a range of rainforests, mountains, jungles, Mayan ruins and cave systems. While Belize borders the Caribbean Sea, Guatemala and Mexico, this English-speaking country widely accepts the U.S. dollar. Choosing Belize as your destination may lead you to the Macal River, where ecolodges immerse you in lush Belizean beauty and butterfly gardens.

Wedding destinations with mountains, lakes, and forests

These venues can bring the natural grandeur of fresh air, mountain peaks and forest landscapes to your celebration.

U.S. and Canada

• Alberta, Canada
  Alberta attracts outdoorsy folks with alpine meadows in the summer, turquoise lakes in the spring and striking year-round backdrops of the Canadian Badlands and the Canadian Rockies. If a winter wedding calls to you, look into lakeside venues with rustic mountain cabins and nearby snow activities.
• Beaver Creek, Colorado
  You may not even need decorations with the breathtaking Rocky Mountain background that Beaver Creek, Colorado, offers. Local hotels can provide a range of options for your ceremony and reception, from terraces overlooking the national park to elegant ballrooms.

European Alps

• Ticino, Switzerland
  In the southern Swiss Alps, you’ll stumble across Ticino, an Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. The diversity of Ticino’s landscapes may be unmatched — from mountaintop villages to lakeside towns, you have multiple aesthetic options . Nearby botanical gardens offer lush, exotic plant life to complement the celebration.
• Bled, Slovenia
  Bled delivers old-world mystique with a mirror-like lake and an island chapel only reachable by boat. The Julian Alps surround this fairytale landscape, creating a peaceful setting for both quiet moments and group excursions. Check out Bled Castle, a medieval architectural beauty tucked into the mountains.

Top city wedding destinations

Bringing historic charm and a modern edge to the wedding table, these iconic cities promise a destination with cosmopolitan style.

Europe’s most romantic cities

• Venice, Italy
  Venice invites you to get lost in winding canals, stone bridges and piazzas. Splendid buildings with 16th-century, frescoed palazzos, silk walls and sweeping views of the Grand Canal could set the tone for magical memories.
• Prague, Czech Republic
  Prague’s gothic skyline, majestic hilltops and medieval streets could create a rich setting for your celebration. Wedding guests can explore gardens, clock towers and the iconic Charles Bridge between events. Hluboká Castle is a venue with an orangery, rose gardens and a fairy-tale feel outside the city.
• Split, Croatia
  Located on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Split combines Mediterranean breezes, Roman ruins and sea breezes. You and your guests can explore beaches, palaces and the vibrant Riva promenade. Coastal venues just outside Split offer direct access to the Adriatic, a marina-side atmosphere and convenient transportation.

Modern, energetic cities

• New York City, NY
  From rooftop elegance to libraries and galleries with high ceilings, New York City has no shortage of venue options. With tons of transportation, food and lodging options, the Big Apple could be the perfect festive city. For a touch of old-world glamour, check out a museum like the Frick, a Gilded Age home filled with lavish European art or the New York Public Library, an elegant architectural icon.
• Dubai, UAE
  Dubai serves ultra-modern architecture, desert sunsets and luxury hospitality for your big day. With global cuisine and high-end shopping, your guests may have trouble feeling bored. Waterfront venues could provide indoor and outdoor spaces overlooking the Dubai Creek and cityscape.

Countryside wedding destinations

These rural-feeling locations mix elegance and nostalgia with the comforts of countryside living.

Modern farmhouse properties

• Provence, France
  Provence blends vineyards, orchards and charming villages in a countryside setting. Look for restored 18th-century farmhouses along the Rhône River for both intimate and larger wedding celebrations. Guests can easily visit the nearby Châteauneuf-du-Pape vineyards, too.
• Puglia, Italy
  Located in Italy’s southern heel, Puglia is full of rolling hills, whitewashed towns and coastal sunshine. 15th-century farmhouses with working vineyards still exist, offering incredible wedding vibes. Picture stone courtyards, rows of green vines and a breathtaking golden hour.

Pastoral charm and hometown feel

• Munich, Germany
  Munich ranks as one of the world’s most walkable cities, making it easy for wedding guests to explore green parks and charming squares on foot. Local venues can offer cozy beer garden settings with event halls and outdoor seating beneath the trees for a charming, homey ceremony.
• Porto Ercole, Italy
  This harbor town splashes down the Monte Argentario peninsula, gathering sea breezes and cypress-lined roads for a unique mix of coast and countryside . Upscale resorts perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea overlook the water and the Tuscan coastline, providing elegant yet laid-back wedding venues. 

Bourbon culture and wine country destinations

• Lexington, KY
  Known for horse farms and rolling hills, Lexington also serves as a gateway to Kentucky’s bourbon trail. You and your guests can explore nearby distilleries or incorporate local bourbon into your reception.
• Paso Robles, CA
  Paso Robles is a town with over 200 wine tasting rooms, and perhaps that’s all you need to know. Located on California’s central coast, along with Monterey and Santa Barbara, this underrated town gives you the chance to bring local wine into your wedding experience. Vineyard-side venues on nearby hilltops may be a great place to start if you’re looking for a refined touch.

Desert wedding destinations

If the desert’s golden light and bold silhouettes call to you, any one of these unique destinations can reshape sand, stone and sky to fit your vision.

American southwest

• Palm Springs, CA
  Palm-lined streets, mid-century modern architecture and rugged mountains make up Palm Springs, a desert city with glowing golden hours and warm weather for outdoor ceremonies. Explore resorts that offer poolside and garden venues, reflecting relaxed desert luxury.
• Tucson, AZ
  Tucson’s southern Arizona landscape features Sonoran Desert beauty with sweeping mountain ranges and wide-open skies, creating an earthy canvas for weddings of various sizes. If you’re searching for a venue, you may find hotels and spas with banquet rooms, terraces and golf courses. 

North Africa and India

• Fez, Morocco
  Fez contrasts open, quiet courtyards with vibrant markets. You and your guests can take in the sounds, sights and scents of the historic medina, a medieval district. Intimate riads — traditional Moroccan lodging — offer tranquil spaces with intricate tilework, carved wood and private rooftops for your ceremony.
• Udaipur, India
  Known as the City of Lakes, Udaipur features palaces, domed roofs and reflections on the water, setting a serene wedding tone. Heritage venues float above Lake Pichola , offering open-air terraces and views of the Aravalli mountains and temples.

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Choose the best destination wedding location for your day

Your dream wedding venue exists. It’s only a matter of finding the one that aligns with your vision. Whether it’s a breezy beachfront vista or the quiet thrill of an alpine castle that you’re after, any of these locations can offer you and your loved ones a unique wedding experience. Let your surroundings do the storytelling while Citi Travel puts more points in your pocket for future travel.

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