Tying the knot outdoors has become increasingly popular and an outdoor wedding can be fun, exciting and memorable. Getting married outdoors means that your ceremony can take place amidst beautiful or spectacular scenery; it also means that those all important wedding photographs will capture the look of your chosen location, rather than just an interior. If you have a lot of guests that you simply must invite, many outdoor venues offer the space to easily accommodate a large guest list. With potential locations around the world, choosing the right venue can be a difficult decision, although any list of the top 3 outdoor wedding locations might read as follows:
1) Beaches
A beach wedding is undeniably romantic, yet it can also be a little more relaxed and laid back. Some of the world’s best beaches can be found close to home, in Florida, Hawaii and the Caribbean; many resorts will arrange the entire ceremony for you and of course, your honeymoon retreat is just steps away. Farther afield, Bora Bora in the South Pacific has become popular for beach weddings since relaxing its requirements, with some resorts boasting their own wedding chapels alongside the lagoon. Many resorts here offer traditional extras, such as Polynesian feasts and the chance to arrive by canoe, dressed in local costume. Other exotic beach locations include Goa in India, Fiji, Mauritius and the Maldive Islands.
2) Gardens
A garden wedding can be the perfect venue for any couple who loves the outdoors and a garden can be small and intimate, or large and spectacular. Not surprisingly, Hawaii has many beautiful garden outdoor wedding locations, including the Maui Tropical Plantation, suitable for both intimate gatherings and larger groups. On the east coast, New York’s Central Park has become one of the most popular outdoor venues, with its charming and attractive flower displays. The Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden in North Carolina, one of the country’s best, has almost 400 acres of tropical plants and fountains. Kensington Roof Gardens boast a formal Spanish garden in the heart of London, and Mandai Orchid Gardens in Singapore offers wedding packages, which include a lavish buffet.
3) The Unique Experience
Many couples want their wedding day venue to be truly unique. If you want to get married on the Great Wall of China, or overlooking India’s famous Taj Mahal, that can be arranged. In New Zealand, you can say your vows on top of a mountain, after arriving there by helicopter. If you have ever wanted to tie the knot on a train, you can do just that on Britain’s famous luxury train, the Royal Scotsman as it travels through the beautiful Scottish countryside. For a truly white wedding, you can choose to get married amidst the cold surroundings of the Ice Palace Hotel in Quebec, Canada, where even the chapel is made from ice. Whatever your style or budget, the right outdoor venue is out there waiting for you.
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