Knight in shiny armour rides off into the sunset with his lovely princess- that’s the feeling I get at weddings. It’s always amazing being a part of such a beautiful experience.
Over the years, we have evolved from having wedding ceremonies in halls and marquee tents to having destination wedding ceremonies in breathtaking locations.
A destination wedding is simply a wedding away from your hometown or place of residence. It could be another state in your country or in a completely different country, it all depends on the couple. Initially this was a foreign concept but now more couples are intentional about creating unforgettable wedding memories with their loved ones.
Not only are destination weddings cool, it can also be a way to relieve yourself of the stress of planning a regular weding. You can have every detail of your wedding planned out for you when you pay for the location. All you need to do is show up for your rehearsal dinner and wedding.
With destination weddings there are few things to consider like if you love to travel, how large your guest list is and if they can all afford to pay for the trip, the marriage requirements of your dream location etc
If you have been considering a destination wedding, Everyeveryng has you covered as we are bringing you our top 5 locations
1.Riviera Maya (Mexico).
Found in the Yucután peninsula of Mexico, this location is a catch if you are going for a real tropical wedding. It stretches from Puerto Morelos fishing village to the Sian Ka’an reserve. This triple treat is the perfect location with Tulum bringing jaw dropping seaside to the South and Cancun with its bustling nightlife, four star restaurants and touristy locations to the North of Riviera Maya. These can also double as honeymoon destinations too. It’s a win-win location. The best time to visit is from late March- May as you get the best weather and avoid the winter period (December – late February) and the rainy/hurricane weather(July-November)
2. Anguilla(Caribbeans)
Anguilla has a reputation of being the best Island in the Carribean. A small town littered with exclusive restaurants, resorts and a serene scenery. A good number of reviews given complimentary the peace and quiet the island provides. This is a great choice if you want a small and quiet wedding.
It’s worthy to note that the Anguillans are known for their incredible hospitality and their food, they also have some of the best delicacies in the Carribean. The scenery in Anguilla permits you to walk around on your barefoot, a perfect excuse to have a barefoot wedding because it’s not uncommon on the Island.
3.Ngorongoro (Tanzania)
Ngorongoro, the longest unbroken Caldera situated in an inactive volcano, has a beautiful scenery with plush pastures and springs. At the crater lodge you are opportuned to behold the spectacular view of the crater.
Another great catch with the Ngorongoro crater is its exotic wildlife. Visitors get the chance to experience wildlife at its peak rue to its proximity to Lake Manyara which is home to tree-climbing lions. The best time to visit is from June to September as the scenery is lush and the wildlife viewing is at its best.
4.Etosha National Park (Namibia)
If you are a lover of beautiful sunsets then this is the perfect location for your wedding. There’s nothing more romantic than being serenaded with the golden savannah sunset. It is home to various wildlife animals like elephants, rhinos, zebras etc. The perfect picturesque location to have your memorable ceremony.
5. Mauritius Islands
Will this list be complete without mentioning every tourist’s dream location? Mauritius has an exotic outlay of turquoise seas, bright blue skies, lush mangroves and reefs that would be a perfect scenery to read your vows especially if you want an outdoor wedding.
Which of these did you/ will use for your dream destination wedding?
Till next time,
Love and light.