Trend Watch For 2016: Five Reasons To Have A Destination Wedding

Image by Angga Permana Photo via Nathalia & Thilo’s Whimsical Lombok Beach Wedding

Destination weddings are the perfect way to have a memorable, unique wedding that reflects the couple’s true love story. While traditional weddings are important to many newly engaged couples, destination weddings are increasingly becoming more popular. Below are a few reasons that are motivating couples to move away from having weddings at home to search for more intimate and personal weddings in destinations such as Bali, Thailand and Europe.

1. Package Deals

Destination weddings can sometimes be significantly more affordable than traditional formal weddings. This may seem surprising since the thought of having a wedding at an exotic location may sound expensive. However in many cases resorts tend to have wedding packages that include the couple’s resort stay and ceremony.

2. Vacation for All!

Wedding planning can be extremely stressful for the bride and groom. Although well-intentioned, family and friends can create some confusion for the couple, leading to stress during what should be a time of enjoyment. A destination wedding can help eliminate some of this stress, as the destination wedding planners essentially walk the couple through most of the process. This allows the couple, their families, and their friends to focus on themselves, and on enjoying their wedding in paradise.

Image by Elk and Willow via Zoe & Andrew’s Royal Pita Maha Ubud Wedding

3. Gorgeous Photos? Check!

A destination wedding means that you get to choose that perfect wedding backdrop that you’ve always wanted! Imagine the beach behind you while you say your “I dos” or the Eiffel Tower in front of you while walking down the aisle – whatever your choice a destination wedding guarantees that your photos will be amazing!

Image by Vangelis Photography via Kiri & Damien’s Santorini Destination Wedding

4. Talk about a Bonding Experience!

Since a destination wedding is basically a little vacation, everyone in your group will get the chance to get to know each other on a more personal level. Just think, you are actually investing in creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

Image by Adam Finch of Studio Impressions via Pru and Dale’s Qualia Destination Wedding

5. Stand Out

Another great thing about having a destination wedding is that no matter the location, you will stand out. Couples who choose to have a destination wedding get to tell their love story their own way, in a manner that reflects their true selves.