V stands for Vacation! The one thing which we all are desperately craving after spending all this time at home. Turn your wedding into a vacation by opting for a beachside destination wedding. The sunny skies, turquoise oceans, the sea breeze, and your soulmate’s hand in yours. Sounds perfect! Not convinced yet? We’ve got 3 more reasons:
* Get a gorgeous backdrop to your wedding pictures, giving you a relaxed vibe to live your moment completely
* Have a more spacious, socially-distant setting for guests to enjoy the wedding without having to worry about the proximity.
* No need for too much of an elaborate decor. With the spectacular scenery, nature’s beauty does the job for free.
As a vivid sunset brushes the tops of palms with golden light, raise a joyful toast with your loved ones in one of these 20 beach wedding venues across the globe and start planning your sand-and-surf celebration!
Middle East & Africa
Constance Ephelia, Seychelles
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A stress-relieving retreat opened in early 2010, Constance Ephelia Resort combines a beautiful sprawling setting with exquisite cuisine, a sumptuous spa and a welcoming atmosphere that helps create a tropical paradise. Situated on 2 of the most breathtaking beaches on the island of Mahé, and overlooking the marine national park of Port Launay, this beautiful landscape is the stunning backdrop for Constance Ephelia Resort, a five-star property which is very well priced, ideal for couples looking for a romantic getaway or a small wedding celebration.
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Atlantis The Palm, UAE
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Filled with sheer extravagance and a wide array of luxurious wedding venues to choose from, Atlantis, The Palm is currently one of the hottest properties that one can host their dream destination wedding at. Atlantis is not just one destination; it’s a collection of seven individual venues, each with its character. Whatever the number of guests, they have the perfect venue to match each requirement. The Royal Beach and Asateer Tent serve as magnificent backdrops for a mandap or pre-wedding dinner. Asateer, on the beach, provides a spectacular venue for weddings, offering a fusion of the exotic and opulent, with marble floors, water features and impressive views of the shimmering Dubai skyline. For those dreaming of a grand reception, there is the lavish Atlantis Ballroom, which accommodates up to 2,500 guests cocktail style, or 1,200 seated, boasting their private entrances for the ultimate in exclusive luxury.
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Dead Sea Marriott Resort & Spa, Jordan
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Combining a beautiful view of the Dead Sea with a modern twist. Overlooking the healing blue waters of the Dead Sea, The “408 Below” is the biggest and only air-conditioned outdoor venue in the Dead Sea; accommodating 1200 guests in a banquet seating style and 1800 guests in a reception seating style. A memorable time is guaranteed with the support of their professional team, ready to assist you with whatever you need.
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Sea Cliff Resort & Spa, Tanzania
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Sea Cliff Resort & Spa is a beautiful hotel located on the top of a cliff in the northwest of the island, just 25 minutes away from Stone Town. Its location is fascinating and its decor fits the surroundings. The lounges, restaurant, bars, and recreation area offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Besides, how about dinner under the stars and sundowners on the jetty or your private balcony? Hell, yes!
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Mandarin Oriental, Turkey
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From intimate beach weddings to fabulous cocktail parties, have a celebration that will be engulfed in your memory forever. Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum offers a wonderful location for weddings and events. Mandarin Ballroom can accommodate up to 133 guests in seating and 200 guests in floating. Oriental Ballroom can accommodate up to 206 guests in seating and 350 guests in floating.
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Europe & United Kingdom
Mitsis Alila Resort & Spa, Greece
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One of the finest properties in Greece, the Mitsis Alila Resort & Spa is recognized as the richest ultra-all-inclusive resort in Rhodes. Modern amenities coupled with Mediterranean hospitality, surrounded by the timeless beauty and traditional architecture, this venue is on the tip of the tongue of couples from across the world. Celebrate your ceremony and reception in Rhodes, the most cosmopolitan island of Greece, and let the hospitality professionals at the 5* Alila cherish your most big day. Located right on the beach, the hotel will impress your guests with its great location, premium services, sophisticated dining and international tastes, along with a broad spectrum of options for you to organize your tailor-made event.
Giardini Del Fuenti, Italy
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Giardini del Fuenti: a new generation location, able to offer an exclusive experience on the Amalfi coast. The hypnotic geometry of the terraces suddenly appears in the wild landscape of the naturalistic path, standing out against the sea, skilfully set in the Mediterranean scrub is bound to create an enchanting aura. Equipped with modular infrastructures able to seat up to 350 people indoor, Giardino includes a 9-steps arena that can seat up to 400 people and a swimming pool that can be covered to get more space for the events.
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Dukley Hotel and Resort, Montenegro
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Exchange your vows between the rumbles of the waves crashing onto our pristine beach. Promise forever in a neverending golden-marsh and sunset view landscape. With three impressive locations of varying sizes and atmosphere, all within the resort, the beauty of Dukley Hotel & Resort lies in its flexibility, choose the one you want. Perfect setup for your wedding party in beautiful Dukley Gardens VIP beach, over the sea and surrounded with lush greenery, made us experiencing fairytale! Delicious food and top-class service will be a one-of-a-kind experience for all your guests.
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Watersmeet Hotel, UK
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The Watersmeet Hotel is a wedding venue to dream about. Designed as an Edwardian summer residence it is situated above a quiet sandy beach on the stunning North Devon coast between the villages of Woolacombe and Mortehoe. The spectacular backdrop of the sandy beach and rolling surf below the landscaped gardens makes the Watersmeet a truly romantic wedding venue and one which is bound to delight your family and friends. Whatever the time of year you choose to hold your wedding the magic of Watersmeet will never fail to impress.
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Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, France
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Envision your wedding with the classic glamour and timeless chic of the French Riviera. At the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, luxurious settings and extraordinary sea views are enhanced by the most devoted palace-hotel service. With 74 rooms (including 24 suites and a penthouse), a 5,500 square foot presidential suite and the stunning Villa Rose-Pierre complete with pine grove overlooking the sea, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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Americas
One&Only Palmilla, Mexico
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Perched on a hillside overlooking the resort’s tropical grounds, the Chapel is a charming place for nuptial celebrations. A horse-drawn carriage transporting the bride and groom enhances the romance. The spa has a VIP salon which can be reserved for bridal parties. For beach weddings, One and Only Palmilla can accommodate 250 guests. They have two different beach venues, a garden beach venue, and a turtle beach venue. Many movie stars continue calling One&Only Palmilla their vacation destination, including Jennifer Anniston among others! Getting married at One&Only Palmilla, and adding your name to the list of guests of such an iconic location is a treat!
Picture Courtesy:@pinkpalmweddings / Venue: @oneandonlypalmilla
Baha Mar, Bahamas
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Baha Mar is a picture-perfect place for couples to create memories together. Turquoise waters, lush tropical gardens, and the people you love most gathered around you—this is how wedded bliss begins. Three stunning oceanfront venues – Grand Hyatt, Rosewood, and SLS; each with their unique style of luxury, offer everything you need to create a destination wedding perfectly tailored to your vision.
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Four Seasons Resort Lanai, USA
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The venue is perched atop a rugged red-lava cliff overlooking one of the finest white sand beaches in the world. You’ll find 16 equally stunning wedding venues, with options for both indoor and outdoor events that can scale from an intimate beach gathering to a grand and lavish affair. This world-class resort will exceed your expectations with incredible cuisine, ultra-romantic accommodations, and an impeccably trained Four Seasons staff.
Picture Courtesy: @annakimphotography / Venue: @fslanai
Ponta Dos Ganchos Exclusive Resort, Brazil
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This beautiful resort lies on the Brazilian coastline adorned by a series of 25 bungalows that are standing in a row. You will be getting an exotic view of the sea and green beauty right from your window. Additionally, there is a small island which is linked with the beach with the help of a wooden bench. This little island is a perfect hideout for the newlywed couple to enjoy their romantic date. It is one of the most romantic places in Brazil and is easy to reach: 40 km from Florianopolis, and a similar distance from Sau Paolo, Rio De Janerio, and Buenos Aires.
Picture Courtesy: @lauromaeda_noivas / Venue: @pontadosganchos
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico
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Embrace the romantic setting of a Caribbean coconut plantation nestled between a lush national forest and the sparkling sea at one of the most luxurious resorts in Puerto Rico. A variety of accommodations are available to make use of thanks to 139 rooms. An event planner can assist with choreographing your big day so that you have less to fret about.
Picture Courtesy: @nilkagissell/ Venue: @stregisbb
Asia Pacific:
InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, Vietnam
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You deserve nothing but the best on the most special day of your life! With stunning shorelines, golden sand, lush green garden, romantic sunsets and crystal clear waters, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is the perfect backdrop for your dream destination wedding. From a traditional Western affair, with the bride dressed in radiant white, to a ceremony that takes in the unique customs of Vietnam, their tailor-made packages will certainly be memorable for you and your guests for years to come.
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The St. Regis Bali Resort, Indonesia
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Alamanda Palm Cove By Lancemore, Australia
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This is your day. You are the star; the center of attention. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore is your theatre, a stage to act out your dreams. Enjoy a scenic “I do” in The Alamanda Chapel, just steps from the sea, then float on to your oceanfront cocktail party or a romantic dinner at Nu Nu Restaurant. We are sure that this wedding destination will transition into your honeymoon destination as well.
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Belmond Napasai, Thailand
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Nestled between verdant tropical gardens and the dazzling sea, Belmond Napasai is a true paradise on the north coast of Thailand’s Koh Samui. Equipped with world-class facilities, the venue is spacious and comfortable. The property exudes an irresistible, traditional Thai charm. With a total of 45 villas, 10 villa suites and 14 oceanfront private pool residences, you can choose a variety of options based on the size of your wedding. They offer 6 venue options – from the beach to garden to a private villa to skydeck, draft your fairytale the way you want.
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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, India
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In luxury’s lap at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Goa, embrace the languid and laid-back life that is so characteristic of this sunny beach state. Located in Goa and overlooking the Arabian Sea, this Mediterranean-inspired resort will slow down your time to a tranquil tempo. The topical inspired ambiance, patios full of blooming buds, wide shaded corridors, sun-drenched atrium and striking architecture of Taj Exotica will surely add a special touch to your wedding day, making it even more magnificent and compelling. It can accommodate up to 800 guests. The resort offers an array of bespoke indoor and outdoor venues including the Ballroom, one of the largest pillar-less banquet halls in Goa at 4,600 square feet which is ideal for romantic destination weddings.
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